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    • ewschaadE Offline
      ewschaad
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      I'm looking at my mobile app on iPhone right beside my Windows 10 app and the wave data are different. Everything else is the same, but the wave data are 1.2 ft on mobile and 3-4 on desktop. I just came from the beach and the mobile app is more accurate.

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        idefix37 Sailor Moderator @ewschaad
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        @ewschaad
        Hi, have you checked that both devices use really the same units (ft or m) and that you have selected the same model (ECMWF WAM or Wavewatch) ?
        Then I don’t see a difference but I use a Mac as desktop.
        It could be useful that you show screenshots on both devices.

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          kevinroland
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          Any thoughts on how accurate the forecasts are?

          Kevin_R gb whatsapp

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            idefix37 Sailor Moderator @kevinroland
            last edited by idefix37

            @kevinroland
            What can we say? It depends on the area you are interested in... the models available there... the parameters you take into account... on what deadline…

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              jjii1016
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              I think maybe different brands may have different standards.

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                Instakhans
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                Do you have any opinions regarding the accuracy of the forecasts?

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                  Anasha
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                  It's interesting to note the disparity in wave data between your iPhone and Windows 10 apps, especially when both devices show consistency in other aspects. If the mobile app's 1.2 ft aligns better with your real-time beach experience, it could indicate that the mobile version provides more accurate and up-to-date wave data. Trusting the app that aligns with your on-site observations is key.

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                    idefix37 Sailor Moderator @Anasha
                    last edited by idefix37

                    @Anasha
                    Please could you show screenshots from the mobile app and from website to show the discrepancies.

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                      maliya102
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                      @ewschaad said in mobile app differs from desktop app:

                      I'm looking at my mobile app on iPhone right beside my Windows 10 app and the wave data are different. Everything else is the same, but the wave data are 1.2 ft on mobile and 3-4 on desktop. I just came from the beach and the mobile app is more accurate.

                      I've noticed a discrepancy in the wave data between my iPhone app and Windows 10 app. While everything else appears consistent, the wave height on my mobile app shows 1.2 ft, whereas the desktop app indicates 3-4 ft. Interestingly, the mobile app aligns more closely with my recent beach experience, suggesting it might be more accurate.

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                        idefix37 Sailor Moderator @maliya102
                        last edited by idefix37

                        @maliya102

                        Both use the same data. So it is not possible that one of your devices is more accurate than the other. Or there is a bug somewhere.
                        Could you show screenshots from your devices, with the same wave model and same update time of the model.

                        Here is what I got with the browser version and with the mobile at same spot.

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                        Tides do not seem consistent when UTC is displayed. Strangely the discrepancy disappears when the times are not displayed in UTC (Z).
                        Need to be checked again.

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                          ABDUR REHMAN 7 @idefix37
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                          @idefix37 I don't thing these forcast are actually corret, they may be two different apps.

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                            idefix37 Sailor Moderator @ABDUR REHMAN 7
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                            @ABDUR-REHMAN-7

                            What are you talking about?

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                              jerryson5454
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                              It's interesting to observe the differences between mobile and desktop apps, particularly in how they cater to different user needs and environments. While mobile apps are optimized for touch interfaces and smaller screens, desktop apps offer more detailed layouts and often support more complex functionalities. Understanding these distinctions can help users choose the platform that best aligns with their specific requirements.

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                                Jorge Phillie @idefix37
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                                @idefix37 it is the discusssion about mobile and desktop app

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                                  idefix37 Sailor Moderator @Jorge Phillie
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                                  @Jorge-Phillie
                                  I know that and you can it see reading my posts here above !
                                  But I was replying to @ABDUR-REHMAN-7 who was saying that forecasts are not correct.

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                                    Jorge Phillie @idefix37
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                                    @idefix37 ok friend, no problem.

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                                      Achilli Maurizio | Premium
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                                      Hello, I have found some huge differences between the laptop and mobile forecast with weather forecast appears to be representative of actual field condition. See the below image where wind for Sunday ( September 2024 (20 hours from now but current gap is similar) and the APP showing 96 kn.

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                                      Since I use Windy app with a Premium profile to sail I would like to receive clarifications.

                                      Thanks

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                                        Filip_K Windy Staff @Achilli Maurizio
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                                        Hi @Achilli-Maurizio, are You sure same altitude is selected in both versions? Altitude in mobile version is 13.5km (flight level 450). Can't say what altitude is selected on the laptop (web) version because it is cropped, but it might be surface.

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                                          Carry locus @Filip_K
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                                          @Filip_K Good observation! It does seem like the mobile version is set to an altitude of 13.5km (flight level 450). If the laptop (web) version is cropped, it could indeed be showing the surface level. To ensure accurate comparisons, it might be helpful to check the altitude settings on both devices. Thanks for pointing that out!

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                                            Jorge Phillie @Carry locus
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                                            @Carry-locus @Carry_locus That's a great insight! The altitude discrepancy between the mobile and web versions could indeed affect the comparison. I'll definitely check the altitude settings on both platforms to ensure consistency in the future, Thanks for the tip!

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