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BackcountrySOS 1.38

5.5 MB / 10+ Downloads / Rating 3.6 - 5 reviews


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BackcountrySOS, developed and published by Teton County Search and Rescue Foundation Inc., has released its latest version, 1.38, on 2023-12-09. This app falls under the Travel & Local category on the Google Play Store and has achieved over 1000 installs. It currently holds an overall rating of 3.6, based on 5 reviews.

BackcountrySOS APK available on this page is compatible with all Android devices that meet the required specifications (Android 5.0+). It can also be installed on PC and Mac using an Android emulator such as Bluestacks, LDPlayer, and others.

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App Details

Package name: com.backcountrysos

Updated: 1 year ago

Developer Name: Teton County Search and Rescue Foundation Inc.

Category: Travel & Local

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App Permissions: Show more

Installation Instructions

This article outlines two straightforward methods for installing BackcountrySOS on PC Windows and Mac.

Using BlueStacks

  1. Download the APK/XAPK file from this page.
  2. Install BlueStacks by visiting http://bluestacks.com.
  3. Open the APK/XAPK file by double-clicking it. This action will launch BlueStacks and begin the application's installation. If the APK file does not automatically open with BlueStacks, right-click on it and select 'Open with...', then navigate to BlueStacks. Alternatively, you can drag-and-drop the APK file onto the BlueStacks home screen.
  4. Wait a few seconds for the installation to complete. Once done, the installed app will appear on the BlueStacks home screen. Click its icon to start using the application.

Using LDPlayer

  1. Download and install LDPlayer from https://www.ldplayer.net.
  2. Drag the APK/XAPK file directly into LDPlayer.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us.

App Rating

3.6
Total 5 reviews

Reviews

4 ★, on 2019-02-13
Good idea. Android version could use some polishing: the "Next" button to is halfway off the bottom of the screen, so it's hard to use with cold hands/gloves, especially since it's right next to this phone's "home" button. Critical buttons should be centered enough to push them with a nose and not worry about hitting off-screen buttons (commonly near the bottom). Also, if Location services are turned off when launching the app please prompt the user to turn them on, like Google Maps does.

3 ★, on 2020-02-10
This app needs cell service to send a text message to emergency responders. Something to be aware of when deciding to make this app /your phone - your sole emergency signaling device

5 ★, on 2019-02-08
great potential to save lives

Previous Versions

BackcountrySOS 1.38
2023-12-09 / 5.5 MB / Android 5.0+

BackcountrySOS 1.30
2023-12-31 / 4.7 MB / Android 5.0+

About this app

Even with the best preparation, skills and behavior, sometimes accidents happen. If they do, BackcountrySOS is a simple-to-use smartphone app that allows you to quickly get your status and location information to emergency personnel.

• Low power. It will only use your phone's GPS for the brief period where it fetches your location.

• High contrast. The app is easy to read in bright sunlight, and won't kill your vision at night.

• No setup. You don't need to setup an account or login. If it's on your phone, the app is ready to use when you need it.

• Data efficient. The app works as long as you have enough signal to squeeze out a text message. It will work in places where you can't get data access or make a voice call.

The app works wherever text-to-911 service is available. Almost 1,500 counties support text-to-911 with more added each month. Additionally, Teton County 911 specifically monitors for BackcountrySOS communications. If you'd like your search-and-rescue region added to the app, please contact us.

Free access to the BackcountrySOS app is made possible by the generous support of the Teton County Search & Rescue Foundation as part of their BackcountyZero project.

New features

Updates to latest Android OS requirements.

App Permissions

Allows an app to access precise location.
Allows an app to access approximate location.
Allows applications to access information about Wi-Fi networks.
Allows applications to open network sockets.