Dynolicious turns iPhone into cheap performance meter
The world has gone iPhone crazy since Apple released v2.0 of its sleek mobile device, and while GPS and 3G have been big draws, the multitude of available software apps in the new App Store has been the real wild card. One app that has us really psyched is a new automotive performance meter called Dynolicious from BunsenTech. It uses the accelerometer inside the iPhone to let you record 0-10 through 0-100 times, quarter mile and trap speed, Lateral Gs, horsepower and more. Results are also displayed in real-time on the phone itself with graphs and a speedometer. You can also configure the tool with updates to your car, weight, before and after performance measurements, and keep a complete history of all your runs. The kicker is that you don't even have to plug in your iPhone anywhere, just set it in the cup holder and drive. The folks at Dynolicious promise 0-60 accuracy to within .08 seconds and a quarter mile speed to within 1.5 mph. The performance meter software should also work with the iPod Touch.The Dynolicious performance meter is now available on iTunes for $12.99 despite its own website saying that it's coming soon. The app has an average rating of four stars out of five so far with 11 user reviews and counting. We're going to purchase the software ASAP and take it for a spin, so we'll let you know soon if it delivers on its lofty promises. Check out more screen shots of Dynolicious in the gallery below. Thanks for the tip, Fooman!
Gallery: Dynolicious screen shots
[Source: Dynolicious, iTunes]
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Kenny Sabarese 6:17PM (7/29/2008)
Just saw on the RSS feed for new iPhone apps another one that does the same thing called G-Tac for $4.99
Can you guys compare them for us?
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Daniel Cheung 9:37PM (7/29/2008)
Anyone have problems downloading this app if its not downloaded through the US iTunes store?
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doug 9:46PM (7/29/2008)
I bought this immediately. I'l let you know how it works.
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bob 12:52AM (7/30/2008)
I downloaded via edge. Worked fine on my first gen phone. Has anyone figured out the correct way to calibrate it yet? I think the funny numbers the r32 guy was getting may be due to incorrect calibration or incorrect orientation of the phone (It has to be facing forwards and not tilted).
BTW, can you drift that R32 in the wet? My mk5 GTI is hard to get the rear end loose via lift off oversteer and I have to use the ebrake (not true drifting being a FWD car I know but fun nonetheless). Maybe I will adjust the tire pressure.
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PatrickS 12:32PM (7/30/2008)
I calibrated it right, or so it said. I think it was just the aggressive launch that threw it off. I did a few other non WOT runs and it seemed to work great.
I just wish that you could save the skidpad results. Lets just say that Portland's has many windy roads!
Concerning drifting, the car just hangs on to the road. There is just so much grip. I have not wanted to try anything to drastic to get the tail out, though one time after doing a couple donuts in a gravel parking lot I made my escape only to drift left on the pavement. Great fun.
The best is the SNOW! This car is by far the most controlled snow drifting car I have ever driven in. It can just go for hours making huge sideways figure 8's. With the engine screaming it is truly the most fun you can have in a car without being naked.
ryan 3:00PM (7/30/2008)
Anyone try this on an airplane, yet? What's the 1/4 mile time? :)
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Tony2X 6:20PM (7/31/2008)
How could someone try that on an airplane? You have to have your electronic devices stowed safely before take off.
Although I might have accidentally forgot but it got all confused and crapped out at 84.4mph. 0-60 time was about 14 seconds.
Alex 8:40PM (7/30/2008)
Here is a videos review of it:
http://videos.streetfire.net/video/iPhone-Dynolicious-video_174587.htm
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Tony2X 8:54PM (7/30/2008)
Well my rented 2008 Hyundai Azera Limited posted an average 0-60 of 7.35 seconds with a peak horsepower of 198hp at the wheels. That seems pretty accurate to me.
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tek 12:49PM (8/01/2008)
Haha, awesome. The screenshots are for a Mini just like mine.
At least I know it will be compatible with my car!
/feigning stupidity.
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Jess 5:07PM (8/14/2008)
Hey, I’m from MyRide.com, and we’re now using Dynolicious as part of our car reviews (the first ones to do it!). Check out how the new Smart Car stacked up performance wise at http://www.myride.com/lifestyle/iphone_road_test_2008_smart_passion_cabriolet-4138-page1.html&id=31000
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