Welcome to Whereabouts — an innovative iOS application designed to empower users to stay connected with friends, keep track of each other in real time, and provide assistance during emergencies.
What sets Whereabouts apart from other location-sharing applications is its integration of Apple's Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology. This leading-edge feature allows for high-precision tracking of users within close proximity, a level of detail and accuracy that sets a new standard for location-sharing applications.
User-Friendly Registration and Authentication: Create and manage your account with ease via Firebase Authentication.
Seamless Friend Connections: Send, receive, and manage friend requests to build your network.
Real-Time Location Sharing: Stay connected by sharing real-time locations with your friends, visualized on an intuitive map interface.
Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Technology: Experience high-precision, short-range location tracking thanks to Apple's UWB technology.
Emergency Alert System: Enhance safety with our emergency notification feature, providing a lifeline when it matters most.
Swift: Our core programming language, renowned for its performance and safety features.
SwiftUI: Used for crafting our user interface, providing a seamless user experience.
Firebase: Our choice for back-end services, handling user authentication, data storage, and real-time location updates.
Apple's UWB Technology: Using both the NearbyInteractions Library and ARKit, we provide precise, short-range location tracking that works within 30 meters.
CoreLocation and MapKit: Essential iOS frameworks for implementing location-based services.
