Breakthrough in Mobile Measurement Accuracy
Cloneable's Next-Generation High Accuracy Mode
The utility industry demands precision. Our latest software update delivers accuracy that rivals professional surveying equipment—all from an iPhone Pro.
Executive Summary
New High Accuracy Mode achieves:
- Relative distance RMSE of just 0.45 inches—a game-changing improvement for measuring between attachments and wires
- Absolute height RMSE of 1.13 inches
- Sub-inch accuracy at working heights - Where it matters most for attachment measurements
- 94% of measurements within 2 inches - Consistent, reliable results you can trust
Performance by Height
PERFORMANCE BY HEIGHT INTERVAL
| Height Range | RMSE | Maximum Error | 95% Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37.6 ft | 1.61" | 2.83" | 3.16" |
| 32.7 ft | 1.07" | 1.93" | 2.10" |
| 30.1 ft | 1.27" | 2.09" | 2.49" |
| 25.1 ft | 0.81" | 1.61" | 1.59" |
| 20.1 ft | 0.61" | 1.22" | 1.20" |
Relative Distance Accuracy: Attachment-to-Attachment Precision
Measuring the distance between attachment points—the critical measurement for span calculations, clearance verification, and loading analysis:
RELATIVE DISTANCE ACCURACY
| Height Range | RMSE | Maximum Error | 95% Accuracy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37.6 ft → 32.7 ft (14.9 ft span) | 0.59" | 1.06" | 1.16" |
| 32.7 ft → 30.1 ft (2.6 ft span) | 0.33" | 0.63" | 0.65" |
| 30.1 ft → 25.1 ft (5.0 ft span) | 0.52" | 0.87" | 1.02" |
| 25.1 ft → 20.1 ft (5.0 ft span) | 0.26" | 0.55" | 0.51" |
What This Means
When measuring the vertical distance between power and communication attachments, or between multiple communication levels, you can expect sub-inch accuracy in nearly every measurement—regardless of where those attachments are located on the pole.
Progress at a Glance
BEFORE VS. AFTER
| Metric | Previous Version | High Accuracy Mode | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Absolute RMSE | 1.21 inches | 1.13 inches | 7% better |
| Relative RMSE | 1.40 inches | 0.45 inches | 68% better |
| Max Error | 3.07 inches | 2.83 inches | 8% better |
| Battery Efficiency | Baseline | 4x better | 75% less energy |
| User Constraints | Safe zone required | No restrictions | Simplified workflow |
What Changed? Everything Got Better.
Simpler. Faster. More Accurate.
Our engineering team reimagined the entire measurement process from the ground up. The result? A system that's easier to use and more precise than ever before.
Key Improvements:
- No Safe Zone Required - Take measurements from anywhere with a clear line of sight
- No Angle Requirements - Hold your phone naturally—the app does the rest
- 75% Less Battery Consumption - Measure all day without worrying about power
- 5x Optical Zoom (iPhone Pro models) - Capture unprecedented detail at any height
- Office Recalibration - Fix field errors without returning to the site
- Fewer Variables = More Consistency - Simplified workflow means reliable results every time
Validation Methodology
Testing Protocol:
- 110 measurements across 22 captures at a single collection location
- 5 height targets per location (20.1 ft to 37.6 ft)
- Ground truth heights measured with a Hastings measuring stick
- Raw measurement data available for download
Validation History
We are committed to continuously validating our measurement accuracy and will update this post as new data becomes available. Below is a summary of all validation rounds conducted to date.
VALIDATION ROUNDS: NOV 2025 VS. APRIL 2026
| Metric | Nov 2025 | April 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Sample Size | 110 measurements / 22 captures | 65 measurements / 13 captures |
| Absolute RMSE | 1.13" | 1.20" |
| Bias | +0.88" | −0.64" |
| Relative RMSE | 0.45" | 0.44" |
| Within 2 inches | 94% | 91% |
| Within 3 inches | 100% | 100% |
| Test Setup | Same pole, same known heights | Same pole, same known heights |
| Download Raw Data | Download | Download |
April 2026 Key Observations:
- Absolute accuracy remains consistent across validation rounds (RMSE 1.20" vs. 1.13")
- Bias shifted from positive to negative, suggesting no systematic drift in one direction
- Relative distance accuracy held steady at sub-half-inch RMSE (0.44")
- 100% of April 2026 measurements fell within 3 inches of ground truth
- April 2026 raw measurement data available for download
The Bottom Line
Cloneable's High Accuracy Mode delivers professional-grade precision across all pole heights—with exceptional accuracy exactly where you need it most. At sub-inch RMSE for attachment-to-attachment measurements and consistent performance from 20 to 40 feet, we've achieved accuracy that meets or exceeds traditional methods while dramatically reducing time, cost, and complexity.
One device. One person. Height-specific precision.
Ready to Transform Your Field Operations?
Contact our team to see High Accuracy Mode in action.
All measurements performed using iPhone Pro devices with Cloneable's High Accuracy Mode. Results based on field measurements with validated ground truth references across multiple validation rounds: November 2025 (110 measurements, raw data) and April 2026 (65 measurements, raw data). This post is updated as new validation data becomes available.