iStreams - English Channel

Navigate the English Channel with precision and ease using iStreams—an essential application for any mariner or maritime enthusiast. It offers an accurate hourly tidal stream atlas, ensuring users have the most up-to-date information on tidal currents relative to the high water times at Dover, regardless of their connection status, as it is designed to be fully functional offline.

One of the primary advantages of iStreams is its automatic updating feature. It selects the nearest Dover high water (HW) time based on the current moment and presents the appropriate tidal stream chart. As time progresses, the application seamlessly transitions to display the subsequent hourly chart relevant to the new timeframe.

For a more personalized experience, various interactive features cater to individual needs:

- Swipe through different tidal hour charts with ease.

- The color-coded validity period, appearing in green when current, provides a quick reference.

- Zoom in on charts with a simple pinch gesture.

- Choose to display times in either Local or UTC format.

Tailoring the experience further, users can select between 'West' or 'East' stream charts depending on their location within the channel. More precise navigation tools like ‘Rate’ and ‘Set’ are available for purchase, allowing mariners to calculate interpolated tidal rates and accurately measure the true course of tidal stream arrows, respectively. Navigate confidently by using the 'CTS' (Course to Steer) tool also available for purchase.

The ability to manually swipe forward or backward, exploring tidal information for adjacent high water times, allows for better planning and review of past data.

iStreams stands out as a trustworthy companion on maritime journeys, providing a suite of features designed to enhance navigation across the English Channel. Whether for professional sailors or recreational boating enthusiasts, the game provides critical tidal data directly at your fingertips.