Overview
A Flutter package providing geolocation hooks for building location-aware applications. It offers a useGeolocation hook that simplifies GPS tracking, real-time position updates, and handling location permissions across platforms. Designed for developers using the Flutter Use ecosystem, it abstracts complex native interactions into simple, reactive Dart APIs. The package supports Android, iOS, Web, macOS, and Windows, enabling consistent geolocation functionality in cross-platform apps.
Use cases
- Real-time location tracking
- Location-based user interfaces
- Permission-managed GPS access
- Cross-platform geolocation features
- Background location monitoring
Key features
- Reactive geolocation state
- Built-in permission handling
- Cross-platform compatibility
- Simple hook-based API
- Live position updates
Suitable for
- Developers using Flutter Use
- Apps requiring location services
- Cross-platform mobile and desktop apps
- Real-time location features
- Reactively updating UI based on location
Considerations
- Requires proper app permissions
- May impact battery life
- Web support depends on browser capabilities
- macOS and Windows require additional setup
- Accuracy depends on device hardware