Talking compass
Voice & Haptic Compass
Free · Designed for iPad. Not verified for macOS.
A very different speaking compass....
Know your direction without looking at your phone.
Talking Compass is a simple, high-contrast compass that speaks your direction and guides you using sound and haptics.
Perfect for hands-free use, outdoor adventures, and accessibility.
FEATURES
• Spoken Direction
Hear your heading in real time with customisable speech modes.
• North Finder
Guided feedback helps you align perfectly with North.
• Heading Lock
Lock your direction and get alerts if you go off course.
• Directional Haptics
Feel your direction with unique vibration patterns for each direction.
• Haptics Only Mode
Use vibration-only feedback for silent navigation.
• Adaptive Speech
More guidance when moving, less when still.
• High Contrast Design
Clear, bold interface for visibility in bright conditions.
• Built for Accessibility
Large tap targets and full VoiceOver support.
Simple!
Ratings & Reviews
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This version enhances the haptics, sound and bezel animations.
The developer, Steven Johnson, indicated that the app’s privacy practices may include handling of data as described below. For more information, see the developer’s privacy policy .
Data Not Collected
The developer does not collect any data from this app.
Accessibility
The developer has not yet indicated which accessibility features this app supports. Learn More
Information
- Seller
- Steven Johnson
- Size
- 564.2 KB
- Category
- Utilities
- Compatibility
Requires iOS 26.0 or later.
- iPhone
Requires iOS 26.0 or later. - iPad
Requires iPadOS 26.0 or later. - Mac
Requires macOS 26.0 or later and a Mac with Apple M1 chip or later. - Apple Vision
Requires visionOS 26.0 or later.
- iPhone
- Languages
- English
- Age Rating
4+
- 4+
- Copyright
- © Steve Johnson 2026