Rocks & Gems 5.1

This reference guide serves as a practical resource for rock enthusiasts seeking to identify and learn about various rocks, gemstones, and minerals for collection purposes. It is designed for straightforward usability, enabling quick access to relevant information without overwhelming the user with excessive details.

The application provides detailed descriptions and images of commonly sought-after specimens, such as garnets, agates, and geodes. It intentionally focuses on these prevalent types, avoiding clutter by excluding less relevant samples like allanite or manganbabingtonite, which are rarely of interest to the typical collector.

Key features of this app include:

• Comprehensive visual and textual information on popular rocks, gems, and minerals.
• Advanced search functionality by name or specific attributes to streamline result filtering.
• User customization options allowing addition of personal specimens via images from the Photo Library. Users can input descriptive information and assign images to personalize their collection within the app. These images are stored internally and can be deleted or modified as needed.
• A dedicated Tips section offering insights into collecting practices and app-specific guidance.
• An organized Gallery feature that enables users to display their personal collection. Items can be sorted by name, type, or rating, with options to share images or save them directly to the device's Photo Library.
• Offline accessibility with all data stored locally on the device, ensuring functionality in environments lacking internet connectivity.
• Ad-free experience with no in-app purchases required, providing a seamless user interface without interruptions or additional costs.

Additionally, for iPhone users interested in enhanced location-based features, the 'RockHound' app offers GPS data for collecting sites along with detailed descriptions of what can be found there. Please note that this module is incompatible with the iPod Touch due to its reliance on GPS capabilities.