Simple beaconing
Start and stop APRS position beaconing from a focused dashboard, with clear connection and transmission status at a glance.
APRS for iPhone
Beacon your
position. Simply.
Beacon 73 makes sending your APRS position simple. Just open the app and start!
Coming soon to the App Store · Requires iOS 17 or later
Beaconing comes first
Get on APRS without
radio-room clutter.
Beacon 73 keeps setup and transmission status understandable, with a map that provides useful context without getting in the way.
Smart timing
Choose manual, timed, or movement-aware beaconing and always see when your position was last sent and what happens next.
Safe to explore
Demo Mode uses simulated stations, requests no location permission, and disables every transmission path.