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If you are a scuba diver, you know how amazing it is to explore the underwater world and see the beauty and diversity of marine life. But you also know that diving requires proper planning, training, and equipment to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. That’s why having some apps on your phone or tablet can be very helpful for divers of all levels. There are apps for everything, whether you want to find new dive sites, log your dives, learn more about diving, or edit your underwater photos. In this blog post, we will review some of the best apps for scuba diving that you can download for free on Android or iOS devices.

DiveMate

DiveMate is a famous dive logbook app that lets you quickly document your diving experiences via pictures, videos, and notes. You can connect your dive computer and transfer your dive data to your smartphone or tablet. DiveMate displays your depth, pressure, temperature profile, RMV/SAC, weight, bottle, and gas parameters. The app works even with no internet connection, and you can save many online maps for offline use. DiveMate is available in six languages: English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Dutch, and Russian.

Deepblu

Deepblu is an intuitive dive log app that lets you discover dive sites and plan dive travel based on user reviews. You can also book dives directly by communicating with local dive shops via Deepblu. Deepblu creates dive logs automatically by syncing with your dive computer via Bluetooth. You can also edit your dive logs with photos, videos, and stories. Deepblu has a social media platform where you can share your dives with other divers and join groups based on your interests. Deepblu also has a digital certification system that verifies your diving level and skills.

Diveboard

Diveboard is another dive log app that allows you to record your dives with photos, videos, notes, and maps. You can also access detailed information about more than 65,000 dive sites worldwide and see the marine species you can encounter there. Diveboard has a community of divers who share their experiences and tips. You can also sync or manually enter your dive data with your computer. Diveboard works offline and online and backs up your data on the cloud.

IDeco Pro

IDeco Pro is a decompression app that helps you plan your dives safely and efficiently. It uses the Buhlmann ZHL-16C algorithm with gradient factors to calculate the optimal decompression schedule for your dive profile. You can customize the app with your settings, such as depth units, gas mixtures, conservatism level, ascent rate, etc. iDeco Pro also shows you the gas consumption, CNS toxicity, OTU exposure, surface interval, and no-fly time for each dive. IDeco Pro is compatible with recreational and technical diving.

Diving Log

Diving Log is a scuba dive log app that lets you keep track of your dives, download them from supported dive computers, sync them with your PC or Mac, and share them with your buddies. You can also view statistics and charts of your dives, manage your equipment and certifications, and access online dive site searches. Diving Log is available on Google Play for Android devices. You can try it for free for ten dives and unlock unlimited editing and downloading with an in-app purchase.

Find the Best App For You 

As you prepare for your dive, remember that not all apps are equal. Make sure you have a phone on hand that meets your diving needs before you embark on your adventure, and ask your instructor/dive leader what apps they recommend for your class and particular excursion. For divers located in North Carolina, check out By the Shore SCUBA Instruction for your next dive. Kevin Alexander is an experienced PADI master who has experience charting dive excursions throughout the East Coast, Gulf, and Caribbean. 

Sources

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.divinglog.divelog

https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi-diver-news/top-15-must-have-scuba-diving-apps-for-android-and-ios/

The Salt Sirens (n.d.). The 10 Best Apps for Scuba Divers – The Salt Sirens.

If you love diving and care about the environment, you might be interested in joining a group of scuba divers who are on a mission to collect undersea litter in New York City. These divers are not only enjoying the beauty and diversity of marine life but also helping to undo some of the damage caused by ocean pollution.

These divers are part of the DIVERS-ity Initiative, which promotes inclusion in the sport. They meet every month at a small cove in Far Rockaway, where New York City meets the Atlantic Ocean, about 4 miles south of John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens. There, they dive into an environment that is both fascinating and filthy.

The divers encounter horseshoe crabs, coral colonies, sea robins, blackfish, and angelfish, but also plastic bottles, candy wrappers, and fishing lines that endanger sea life. The divers collect as much trash as they can by hand or by cutting it with scissors. They also compete for the prize of the weirdest find, which includes a goat skull and an ATM.

The founder of the dive school SuperDive, Nicole Zelek, started the monthly cleanups four years ago as a way to combine her passion for diving with her concern for the environment. She said that fishing lines are especially harmful to crabs and other crustaceans that get tangled and die. She also said that she hopes to inspire more people to join the effort and raise awareness about ocean pollution.

Ocean pollution is a global problem that affects millions of marine animals and plants, as well as human health and well-being. According to Ocean Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that organizes international coastal cleanups every September, about 400 million pounds of trash have been retrieved from coastal areas around the world since 1986. However, much more needs to be done to tackle the crisis of single-use plastics and other hard-to-degrade materials that accumulate in the oceans.

Scuba diving can be a powerful way to pioneer trash and environmental efforts, as it allows divers to witness firsthand the impact of pollution on marine ecosystems and to take action to protect them. By diving into the depths of New York City’s waters, these divers are, not only having fun but also making a difference.

There is a lot of ways you can help pioneer environmental efforts. If you wish to embark on your own SCUBA diving journey and live near the Carolina Coast, reach out to By the Shore SCUBA Instruction. We can meet your tailored SCUBA needs, or check out our calendar for chartered excursions. Kevin Alexander, our instructor has trekked locations like Cozumel and Bonaire. See what By the Shore SCUBA Instruction has to offer.

Sources-

-https://apnews.com/article/scuba-diving-ocean-pollution-new-york-f799ca1b2851d6e5c4791a45ad2416b6

–https://oceanconservancy.org/trash-free-seas/international-coastal-cleanup/

The Perdix 2 dive computer, a cutting-edge computer with attachable components, sleek design, and reliable strength, is a must for the serious diver. The diving community trusts Shearwater products because of their numerous awards and certifications, such as their Teric lithium Battery certification and their Eurotek 2014 award for innovation. The dive watch company has gained notoriety among marine biologists. The safety certifications are not the only appealing factors to the Perdix 2. Its pristine appearance, which includes reliable titanium framing, adds to its distinction. If you have $1400, you can invest in a reliable, cutting-edge dive watch (one that will see you through a professional-level deep water dive); look no further. Here is why you need a Perdix 2 dive computer from Shearwater.

Materials

What makes the Perdix 2 sturdy, reliable, and resilient are the materials used to make it. With titanium, the armored casing surrounds the bezel. This strength enables the bezel to stay intact and give accurate oxygen readings. The piezo touch buttons are titanium which protects the integrity of the electrical makeup of the computer. The screen is made from aluminosilicate, meaning its high alkali for strength. Aluminosilicate glass can withstand temperatures of 375°C (707°F), making this an intensely reliable watch. 

Multiple Diving Modes

The multiple diving modes of the Perdix 2 mean that you don’t have to upload or change software, buy a special attachment, or purchase another watch. The diving modes included are a gas nitrox mode, an OC technical dive mode, closed circuit/bailout, and gauge modes. The nitrox gas mode allows optimization between these three modes: air, nitrox, and three gas nx. The OC technical mode allows the air to integrate optionally. Closed circuit and bailout modes keep PO2 at a constant, which lowers your risk of hypoxia, but the bailout gas mode allows the free flow of oxygen in case your body craves more oxygen. The gauge modes display the pressure of your tanks, depth, and time, and this mode offers a complete diving log. Ask your dive instructor which mode selection works best for you. 

Additional Information

Along with its multiple diving modes and state-of-the-art materials, the Perdix 2 gives off warning vibrations to alert you to potential dangers and changes in your air system. It has Bluetooth wireless technology and Cloud control available in 13 different languages. Cloud control lets you download and display dive logs quickly onto any device. The Perdix 2 offers more than most dive computers. Change modes with care. Consulting an experienced PADI instructor will ensure that you safely program your watch for the best oxygen optimization. By The Shore SCUBA Instruction offers PADI instruction certification and Nitrox courses. If you purchase a Perdix 2, meet with our instructor Kevin Alexander to learn how to use it safely. We can also help you service other Shearwater equipment.*

*Disclaimer- By the Shore SCUBA Instruction does not guarantee your safety while using a Perdix 2. SCUBA lessons and speaking with a PADI instructor are the best way to ensure your safety. By the Shore SCUBA Instruction cannot guarantee your safety on any dive since all dives come with some reasonable risk. 

Sources-Shearwater PERDIX 2 – Toughest, most reliable full-size computer yet!

Constant PO2: What Is It, and How Is It Different than Nitrox? – International Training – SDI | TDI | ERDI | PFI (tdisdi.com)

ALUMINOSILICATE (auer-lighting.com)

Shearwater Teric Dive Computer Review by a Marine Biologist — Nature Tripper – The Insider’s Guide to Wildlife Travel

If you are a SCUBA enthusiast on your Honeymoon or a Summer getaway, make the most of your dive with an unforgettable adventure for you and your sweetheart. Jump right in the water is warm. Here are 5 unforgettable romantic and beautiful destinations for SCUBA diving. 

Venice, Italy Waterways

The waterways of Venice, Italy, are not only known for crooning gondoliers but their extensive underwater ruins. You can chart a boat to The Gulf of Venice has bright blue water. Since the Roman Empire ruled this area of the world for some time, you will easily spot some of the oldest parts of civilization. Afterward, consider dining at Venice’s most romantically acclaimed restaurant, Hostaria Costello. Visit Venice on February 18 for the Venice Masquerade Ball. There you will follow the footsteps of Giacomo Cassanova. End your night at one of the hotels on the Grand Canal. These hotels usually include hidden gardens. There are numerous romantic boarding options in and around the city. 

Cozumel, Mexico

A bit more affordable than Venice, Cozumel offers a variety of seaside resorts, blue waters, impeccable cuisine, and mariachi bands. Sol de mi Tierra (Sun of my Earth) is a well-known long-time family mariachi band in Cozumel that plays publically for tourists and residents alike. Cozumel is intimate and intriguing due to the thrilling dives you can take. San Gervasio includes the sensual sanctuary of the fertility goddess Ixchel. The northern end of the island holds Ancient Mayan Ruins. Who knows what you will discover there.

St. Thomas, Virgin Islands

St. Thomas has beautiful blue waters, open-air cottages, and butterfly fields. You can chart your dive with your sweetheart on a sailboat. The open-air huts come complete with private jacuzzis. The butterfly fields offer a unique touch to your romantic getaway. 

St. Croix, Virgin Islands

St. Croix holds couple’s cottages and breathtaking dives. It has two of the best dive sites in the Virgin Islands; Cane Bay Wall and Frederiksted Pier. The Cane Bay Wall teems with marine life and coral reef walls. The wall drops 2,000 feet and holds dolphin families. What is more loving and inspiring than dolphin pods? Frederiksted Pier is known for world-class macro-life diving. Octopuses, squids, seahorses, and fish swim around the pier. The romantic aspect of Frederiksted Pier is the sunset strolls you and your love can take around the walkway. 

Maldives 

What’s more romantic than visiting popular honeymoon destinations; Being stranded with your lover over the ocean. The Maldives offer rustic-chic villas over the sea. The white sand, clear turquoise water, and open view of the endless sea offer a getaway like no other. The multiple resorts offer couples massages. Couples can experience the tranquility of the sea while being pampered. The most colorful and vivid reefs divers can explore in the Maldives are the Banana Reef, Rainbow Reef, and Maya Thila. The Maldives holds the heart Islands that form the shape of a heart from an aerial view. Soneva Jani is a remote resort connected by winding white bridges that connect restaurants and amenities to the villas. Experience romance in complete abandon. 

Take a moment with your partner to plan out a dream getaway complete with a breathtaking dive, or don’t. Surprise them with the trip of their dreams, and keep By the Shore SCUBA Instruction in mind for diving classes. Our company also can help you come up with a plan for your romantic adventure.

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These Romantic Dive Spots Are Great For A Couple’s Getaway (thetravel.com)

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St. Croix Blog, Frederiksted Pier | GoToStCroix.com

The 12 Most Romantic Hotels in the Maldives | Oyster.com

St. Thomas Honeymoon – Everything You Need To Know (honeymoongoals.com)

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Visit Cozumel Mexico on a Honeymoon or Romantic Getaway (tripsavvy.com)

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Venice Masquerade ball : a world of magic ! (vivovenetia.com)