Living Earth - Clock & Weather Reviews

by Cassidy Q.

So... I just got LivingEarth, but it’s kinda strange, and hard to understand. Also, I am in Colorado, USA right now, and it seems to think that I’m a little bit off the coast of Africa. I’m not quite sure if users can just input cities if they want to, or if it’s just unprofessionally made, but, I searched for Manhattan, New York, NY, USA, and there were two “Manhattan”s in New York, But one of them was written with a lowercase M, like this, “manhattan” I wasn’t quite sure what to say about that. I tried searching some cities at one point as well, and there were a few cities that did not show the city overall, but showed things like airports or hotel’s there. Please respond, I’m very confused. I know this wasn’t exactly a question and more like complaints, but let me know what is going on with LivingEarth . I want to get my money’s worth.

by Samantha&Matt

I was very excited to use an app with live clouds and tropical storm alerts, however the temperature for my location is off by nearly 20 degrees. I can't use an app that forecast inaccurate temps. Oddly the temperature for places like chandler Arizona and Den Haag holland were correct. Hmph! Guess I paid 2.99 for other accurate information. I have been cross referencing the information with weather underground, which I have been using for years and LOVE, as well as the weather channel app.
Purchasing LivingEarth is your choice but I would like my $$ back.
I purchased LivingEarth because I wanted the sunrise and sunset times for each day. It was a bonus when I read it's other features.
This review is not properly structured but a rather ramble from my thoughts in between my work break. Thanks for reading.

by JP_Sykes

There’s a lot to like about LivingEarth, and I’ve been using it for at least 6 years. After all this time my one complaint still remains: the weather data isn’t quite detailed enough to be helpful when there is a pending weather event. For example, our forecast shows 90% chance of snow but I have to use another app to see if that snow event will yield just flurries or if it’ll be a crippling blizzard. Same with rain; you can see the likelihood of rain when it’s in the forecast but can’t tell if it’ll be drizzle, or torrential rain and flooding, or something in between. Would love the ability to see these details in the weather, even if I have to tap through to a new screen to get it.

by Iaminak

I thoroughly enjoy using LivingEarth to keep up with weather events. The realtime view of the globe is stunning and the color overlays are really cool, too.
As a resident of Interior Alaska, I wish the developers would add some script to automatically adjust the hourly forecasts to keep up with sunrise and sunset. The result of not having this is that our hourly forecasts all summer long in this, the Land of the Midnight Sun, display nothing but he moon icon - all day long. I contact them, and they fix it (thanks for the update, folks), but given that LivingEarth displays sunrise and sunset, it should be possible to integrate that data into the daily app icon displayed. We do have short days in the middle of winter, but it’s never the case in my area that the moon is the only orb potentially visible between sunrise & sunset. Is it safe to assume that the same issue arises in all subarctic regions, north and south, for users following the weather in those locations? This can be resolved programmatically.

by EMBA5

I have used LivingEarth since before you also reported the weather. Unfortunately, lately the temp is way off. The “feels like” temp in Tiverton, RI has been 49 degrees F all morning. Accuweather for my location says 64 F. Accurate temp has been a problem for weeks. Not sure whether this is a function of “feels like” vs. current temp, or whether the local Accuweather feed is bad. I also would like to be able to choose whether LivingEarth displays current or “feels like” temp.
It’s a beautiful app, and when the weather is working, my go-to.

by Defector44

I like to keep my iPad plugged in and ready to use without having to turn it on each time I look at it. It’s a beautiful view of the Earth, plus I love that LivingEarth keeps iPad turned on, so I can see the current weather and temperature, the time by simply glancing at my iPad. I also have my iPad in split-screen view with a music app on the right side of Living Earth so I can see what’s playing.

I dropped a star because the view of the Earth doesn’t let you change the perspective distance. You can only see a small part of the Earth from what seems to be a medium altitude and a fish-eye lens. I would like to be able to change the view to be more distant (but zoomed in) so that you can see an entire hemisphere (or close to it) at a time.

by Full-timers

I have an iPhone 7 Plus. I’ve used Living Earth for years as my main alarm clock. In the settings I select “keep display on” so LivingEarth also works as a night light. Until a few weeks ago when it wouldn’t stay on, the alarm wouldn’t go off etc. I deleted LivingEarth and went to LivingEarth Store to look for an alternate- and was pleased to see there was an update that mentioned iOS 13 bugs. Ah ha. So I reinstalled and LivingEarth worked one night. Again last night it went to sleep even tho keep display on was selected and the alarm didn’t go off. Four stars is for previous- really 5. Now 0.

by Laudes

I love LivingEarth. It gives so much information about the world: it gives worldwide weather conditions & temperatures, and mean temperatures; developing storms can be pinpointed (you can also keep track of storms as they grow into hurricanes or typhoons, or sputter out); population centers are indicated by concentrated areas of light (but only on the dark half); LivingEarth can easily be set to show specific cities that you program in; cities are marked by a small, round “light,” (though they’re unnamed!?), and more.

There are features that I would love to see added, though. I’d love to have the option to use the globe for geography AND weather, plus a view showing BOTH together. For that, they would have to add a view with nations, cities, & land and water features marked. It’s the same with other views; high/low, and median high & low temps, for example, would be even better if a view showing the exact places - the names of nations, cities, mountain ranges and rivers, etc. were added.

Maybe these things are available on PAID versions of LivingEarth, but I haven’t looked yet; besides, I think they should appear on the free one. I’m going to go check out the paid version[s]! But even as it is, for free... I love LivingEarth!

by Micah 55Now

LivingEarth has changed how I look at the world and myself. It has expanded my consciousness to encompass in a more dynamic way, the life on this earth. And when I shrink the earth down to its smallest size and view clearly the stars and the milky way (all in their right place), the sense of the cosmos dawns in my consciousness. I often keep LivingEarth open throughout my day to give me scale and relativity.
Thanks from my heart and Soul
Micah

Google: Art of Physics video Micah Sanger

by Wabbit's Foot

This is the 3rd review I have done for LivingEarth. The last one being in October of 2017. I was miffed because several locations I had programmed, namely, McMurdo Station, Antartica, Vostok Station and a few others at the bottom of the earth were no longer available. I left those locations programmed in my phone, and lo and behold, one day, several months ago, I started getting the weather in those locations again... YEA!!!! This is my go-to app for weather! It the most accurate and user friendly weather app I have (and I have several on my phone). I have had LivingEarth for several years (since it was first introduced). I was fortunate to have gotten it for free when they first started out, however, if you’re looking for a great weather app, the $2.99 they charge now for it is still a good deal! You can’t go wrong with LivingEarth. You won’t be disappointed with it at all.

by Bobbybob32134282

Sea ice? When I’m looking at the lakes of northern Canada in winter, I can see the snow pack, which is great, but it shows lakes and the Hudson bay as being dark, as though they’re still liquid. I’m not sure if maybe there’s a very faint sea ice layer or if I’m just seeing thin clouds. Sea ice should be white as snow (basically making the frozen lakes invisible in surrounding snow pack)

I think it would help people appreciate climate change a little more if they could see the retreating sea/lake ice for themselves.

by C00|

Love the thought that has gone in to designing LivingEarth. Weather doesn’t need constant updates which means of you are off the grid it shows the most recent updated information. By far the best app for keeping track of different time zones and adds local weather information to boot. Bargain at the price.

Request for the developer - would it possible to add an update so the widget could be pinned to the home screen? Thank you.

by Bethmi451

I look at one feature or another numerous times a day. It shows what’s happening to the Earth from so many different perspectives, from simple weather forecasts to storms, temperature views, fires, air quality, and much more. I feel like it is the most reliable real time record of climate change that we have. A huge thank you to the developer. By the way, I have never felt moved to write an app review before, but this earns my heartfelt endorsement.

by Trvlnldyl

I use LivingEarth several times a day. First thing in the morning to check the temperature and see what the day will be like. I like to see what the week ahead will bring so I will know if I might need to change plans. I also use it to check the weather in cities along my route when traveling. LivingEarth is always accurate and agrees with the local TV weather guys.

I have noticed one little peculiarity lately - the low for the day is sometimes not listed as the low for any of the times for that day.

by Toddster63

I ADORE LivingEarth. I can get what for my area has been VERY accurate weather forecasts, including all over the state for family and friends, as well as favorite cities worldwide--but that's just the boring basics. What is stellar about Living Earth is being able to manipulate the earth, and see how continents intersect, and where countries are located. I've toyed with buying a globe for decades--and this is so much more. For students and kids I think this is a must have app. I also think it's a FABULOUS toy for many of us, even 50+ year old adults. For the $1 I paid, this is about the best app money I have ever spent.

by Lexicosm

For 99% of the literate population, this Wx app is enough. It is informative, straightforward and tasteful in presentation and responsive to user commands — in other words, everything that apps associated with The Weather Channel are not. As a pilot, I have tried scores of phone and tablet Wx apps over the years. This is the one I kept for everyday use. Of course, when I’m flight planning, I need and use many other resources, some of which cost hundreds of dollars a year. But if you’re not a transportation professional, Living Earth will tell you all you really need to know about Wx conditions for your day and week.

by SCHIN

I have had LivingEarth for years now and I find myself going to it daily. It has just the right amount of reliable info and easy, uncluttered UI to make it my go to weather app for a quick look at current conditions anywhere in the world. It is AWESOME! Love LivingEarth!! One of my top 5 useful apps for sure! Worth the money. Get it!

Two things I'd like to see though would be the ability to zoom in closer on the world as well as live radar! Add that and this would be perfectGreat app! Good job!

...Still pretty good but the temperature badge shuts off every update and you have to go turn it on again which is annoying. I still love you tho

by Montechavez

I dig LivingEarth, because it’s so easy to see where everybody else is at AND it’s accurate AF.
Our offices are underground- come lunch time we have no idea if we need sunglasses or an umbrella. I love being able to say - “nah, no showers until 4:00” or “grab your coat.”
Also, I like to keep tabs on weather in Santa Cruz, Vegas, The City and LA. When we go to Maui - it’s so cool to be able to decide which beach by best weather Big Beach or Kaanapali? Kihei or Paia?
Also, I have sisters in Spain, France, and Mom and sis in North Carolina and friends all over including Philippines and Colombia.
O like to check their weather and I like to double check the time before I call.
One more thing. It shows sunrise and sunset- which REALLY helps on vacay. Ok 2 more things AND The globe actually shows where the sun is on the earth- so if your just eyeballing, you can see where it’s daylight or not.
I barely right reviews very often- but LivingEarth sits on front page top — #3 after only Calendar and Contacts- that’s a freakin’ honored spot on my phone!!!
Good Job Living Earth!!!

by DemBones61

LivingEarth gives the most beautiful interface of any alarm I’ve ever had. Awakening to your own choice of music or different alarm sounds is great. Getting a quick fix on the weather before bed and upon awakening is a great bonus. I love also having an up to date picture of the world’s cloud cover and storms.

Sometimes the advanced features of the alarm cease to work when there is an iOS update, but customer service actually responds when you give feedback through LivingEarth , and they have fixed bugs quickly.

I only lower the rating to 4 stars because I wish there was a “sleep” feature - to allow me to fall asleep to 30-60 minutes of soothing music or nature sounds, then awaken to an alarm of choice. Maybe in a future update?

by Tracie 🙋🏼

For forever, I’ve been profoundly fascinated by our majestic universe. Eager to learn everything about this miraculously beautiful experience that we call LIFE…so quite naturally , I’m in instant awe of any app “Starring” EARTH itself! Ohh ..and how lovely all of the various views are too! Thank you so very much for creating a visualization platform , that beautifully exhibits our EARTHS tangibility… for if only “ONE” human being is prompted to comprehend that this is “GODs CREATION” , absolutely NO way possible that WE, as well as our magnificent, intricate, precisely and perfectly balanced World are mere…“RESIDUAL- left-overs”… unintentional, pure happenstance, results of some “BIG BANG”?? SMH…WE are lovingly created.. Too wonderfully equipped , intelligently created by our GOD to believe such nonsensical hypocrisy!! God Speed to you for creating such a lovely awe inspiring app..Many Many Thanks😘

by Bad Ace!!!

Love it on the iPad Pro 12.9. This new update created a line on the globe going from north to south. You can also see the blocky blending especially in the southern and northern end of the globe. Maybe it’s just this big beautiful iPad screen that I noticed this, but it would be really nice if the club was more fluid in reel looking.

I really wish your icon would go back to the original, or at least change the color tones. It looks like a strange blue.

You guys have done it right. Great app

by Paulpsps

While others a listening to someone else’s interpretation of the weather I can at a glance see what’s going on.
In addition, I have the perfect clock 🕰 for my night stand. I’ve got the settings so it stays on all night yet I can read it without my glasses anytime I wake,
The only improvement I would like to suggest is a way to make it my Lock screen as well, so each time I unlock my phone I’d be reminded of “what a wonderful world” we live on.

by Jtm1085

Was exactly what I was looking for... my phone sits in its cradle from 9-5 on my desk in the office... it’s nice to have the screen displaying something while it’s there.

One suggestion to developers: any chance you can add a setting to prompt the system “unlock” dialogue on exit... given I’m not always at my desk it would be nice to feel like there’s some level of protection from wandering eyes just having full access to the phone

by Ekim O

Throughout much of my life I have enjoyed visits to many places around the World and from time to time wonder what the weather might be like today in some of the places I have visited. LivingEarth is designed perfectly for my worldly interest. Needless to say, like most people I do like to know what the daily forecast is for where I’ll be today and LivingEarth serves that purpose very well.

by Rarrikins

Just like it looks in the pictures. The clouds shown on the Earth are the actual clouds in the sky! You can even brighten the clouds that are in darkness to be able to see them better.

Only thing it’s missing is the moon among the stars in the sky (though it will show you the phase of the moon and so on) and no Antarctica weather information (except the clouds, which it shows).