New Release 4.3 | Blue Fly Vario support
Blue Fly Vario – hardware variometer the size of a matchbox
With Release 4.3, Vario One supports the Blue Fly Vario – a highly sensitive Bluetooth variometer barely larger than a matchbox. The close collaboration with Alistair, the developer of the Blue Fly Vario in Australia, makes this integration possible.
What is the Blue Fly Vario?
The Blue Fly Vario is a dedicated hardware variometer that has been developed in Australia since 2011. The technical specs are impressive:
- 50 pressure measurements per second – extremely high sampling rate
- 10 centimeter resolution – detects even the smallest altitude changes
- A single button – minimalist design, maximum function
- Bluetooth connection – wireless pairing with your iPhone
- Price: approx. €70 – affordable and professional
A dedicated hardware vario that fits in your pocket and measures more sensitively than most expensive instruments on the market.
Three use cases
1. Upgrade older iPhones
Some older iPhone models have less precise barometers. The Blue Fly Vario delivers significantly more accurate measurements in these cases and immediately improves your existing setup.
2. Optimal sensor placement
You can mount the Blue Fly Vario at a different position on the harness – for example on the shoulder strap. There the sensor is less exposed to turbulence and eddies than in a pocket.
3. Dedicated hardware as backup
Some pilots prefer a standalone hardware vario as an additional safety layer. The Blue Fly Vario operates independently of the iPhone battery and always delivers reliable data.
Setup in 3 clicks
The connection is incredibly simple:
- Open the menu in Vario One
- Go to Blue Fly Vario Settings
- Tap Connect
The Blue Fly Vario is automatically detected. With the autoconnect feature, Vario One automatically connects to your Blue Fly Vario on every startup – you don’t need to do anything more.
About the developer
Alistair has been passionately developing the Blue Fly Vario since 2011 in Australia. Over the years, the device has established itself as a reliable and affordable hardware vario in the worldwide paragliding community.
Order now: blueflyvario.com/shop