App Overview
The Uniden RTACH application for iPhone improves the usability of compatible Uniden radar and laser detectors by delivering live notifications and on-screen controls. It’s a no-cost companion app that pairs with supported detectors to give drivers greater situational awareness and easy access to detector settings from their phone.
Supported Detector Models
Compatible hardware includes recent R/TACH series units:
- R9 and R9w
- R4 and R4w
- R8 and R8w
Main Capabilities
The app offers several convenient features to customize your driving experience:
- Direct control over alert behavior, including Mute and Mute Memory options
- Adjustable preferences for how and when notifications appear
- Immediate, real-time alerts pushed to the phone screen
Map and Camera Awareness
Navigate more confidently with map-based tools:
- Add or flag your own locations on the map for quick reference
- View known red-light and speed camera sites using the Map Screen display
Updates and Connectivity
Keeping your detector current is straightforward:
- Use a Wi‑Fi connection to apply firmware updates and refresh the on-device database
- Receive lifetime, no-cost updates to the red-light and speed camera database
Suggested Companion
If you’re interested in exploring nearby places while staying focused on driving safety, consider the complimentary “Explore Nearby” option — it highlights points of interest and can be used alongside the RTACH app for trip planning.
Technical
- iPhone
- Free