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so if you have been following my previous shortcomings with gps on my touch pro, i have returned igo8, after the tech person at the store tried as many ways as he could to get it to work, and finally came to the conclusion that there was no way for it to work.
I would like to somehow have maps on my phone, since i am in a new city and need direction. I dont have a data plan, as i am on pay as you go for the moment. from what i gather, i can download the maps to an sd card, and be able to see them on my phone, but im not sure what i have to download.
My question is, where can i download european or even world maps, to view on my touch pro, and if possible use gps with this application.
i understand that with a data plan i can use google maps, but what are my options at this point?
thanks again, and i promise as soon as this issue is resolved ill stop posting these , what may be to you, remedial questions.
hope to hear.
where i'm at tomtom is the thing really
but otherwise you can look at this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=420418&highlight=gps+maps
Google Maps is freeware. It not only connects to GPS satelites for accurate travel info. But even better, when traveling through the middle of no where, your system's cell phone signal (usually GPRS at this point) keeps you in the "general area". I am very satisfied with Google Maps, and since I have Garmins in all of my vehicles, I can say it is rather accurate.
Makes it perfect for when I travel for business!!!
Igo8 works perfectly on the TP but it has to be on one of the most recent updates of the software.
Have you tried searching this forum for threads dealing with Igo8? You should find most of the answers you need.
Alternatively, TT7 works fine, provided that you have made the registry changes to prevent GPS lag.
Some how i got the GPS to work on Google maps....
Know my simple question is, when i type in directions from location A to location B, will the phone tell me to turn left or right like on a tom tom style GPS unit or do i just have to pa attention to my phone a lot while driving ?
hope this doesn't sound like a dumb question
Thanks Chris
google maps will track your location but won't tell you to turn left or right with sound. you can install tomtom or any other full-fledged gps software for your phone.
That's the TTS feature and as AthenaLod mentioned, you'll need a program like Tomtom or iGO8 for it; no free GPS program offers this.
So basically Google GPS is kinda pointless, since it doesn't give you a verbal notification, as far as you said about TOM TOM.......if i install it, it will work just like the units you put on your car windshield ?
So their isn't any free TOM TOM / Garmin apps out their
Thanks A Lot for your info and help
well amaze gps is free and it does do turn by turn directions, but i find it's accuracy not accurate.
http://www.amazegps.com/welcome.php
how i said i finally got it to gps to work on Google maps, it said i was with in 10 meters
how far of was amaze gps
No free TTS. A lot of people don't even use TTS so they just get Google Maps or Live. If you get Tomtom or iGO and properly configure them, you'll be good to go.
chetmichaels said:
well amaze gps is free and it does do turn by turn directions, but i find it's accuracy not accurate.
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Are you talking about GPS position, map errors, or poor routing?
I would be surprised if the GPS position were any different with amAze than with anything else; in my experience, it's just fine.
I haven't seen any map errors, either, apart from the fact that a few of the street names in my area (eastern Massachusetts, USA) are wrong; the location of the streets and intersections, and whether they are one-way or not, has never been wrong in my experience.
I have seen a couple of strange routings where the directions take you a bit out of the way, but they do get you where you're going, in my experience.
kareem9nba said:
No free TTS. A lot of people don't even use TTS so they just get Google Maps or Live.
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amAze does not have Text-to-Speech (TTS), where the spoken directions will say "Turn left on Main Street" instead of just "Turn left in 500 feet." However, amAze does give spoken directions, which is a big advantage over Google Maps or Live Search -- you don't have to watch the screen to know where to turn.
If I were a delivery person or some such and relied on GPS navigation for my living, I'd definitely shell out for one of the commercial packages. However, for my use, amAze (www.amazegps.com) is plenty good enough and definitely worth carrying around on my phone in addition to Google Maps and Live Search.
so far www.amazegps.com works for my needs....thanks everbody
Yea google is pointless.... i mean when im in dorchester looking for a cell site and i cant find the actual voodoo church its located in, i hit street view and look at the front door, im sure tom-tom and garmin do that for you.
Out of the 60+ pep i know that have gps in their car, I know one that actually uses the retarded voice command.
I duno i guess some people need someone to tell them what to do.
Some dont.
haahhaha
Live Search does TTS.
I really like Google maps on my Touch pro. I would really like to find an app that will overlay a speed readout in the corner or someplace un obtrusive, so I can have the maps and get a speed readout. My old motorcycle has a very inaccurate speedo, and it would be nice on rallys.
I have searched for something like this, and I have come up with naught. If anyone knows of such a critter, a hint would be very helpful.
Thanks
Tomtom does that, but of course it doesn't use Google's maps.
Last year I used GPS Cycle Computer in a rally. It's great for real time tracking and logging, but it doesn't show maps.
Tomtom is payware, is it not?
I think the Sprint Navigator does it too, but I am already paying them $150 a month and dont see why they need another $10 for their software.
Garmins have very accurate speed readings, i have never had one problem with anything garmin
Tomtom is free, but you pay for the maps. You get a free city when you download though.
My D2 came preinstalled with google maps. I find it pretty cool.
Why do I need another GPS software such as TomTom 7?
Is it purely for navigation (such as in a car)? Also which software would you recommend?
Why do I need another GPS software such as TomTom 7?
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What happens when you're lost somewhere and can't get a 2G/3G signal??
well , a full featured Navigation system will provide a lot of extra features, and is usually faster - unless you have HSDPA
just compare them (youtube videos) with google maps and youll see the differnce
cencored said:
My D2 came preinstalled with google maps. I find it pretty cool.
Why do I need another GPS software such as TomTom 7?
Is it purely for navigation (such as in a car)? Also which software would you recommend?
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I have a stand alone GPS. I've owned TomTom and iGuidance for my phone. I use Google Maps for everything and never touch the others. It does not have all the fancy bells and whistles but to me it's much better. Everything is always up to date. You can get walking directions. You can see street view. You can see satellite view. It does not take up any room on your memory. It's free and always updated.
Between Google Maps and Windows Live Search (Bing.com), I have no need for a paid GPS program.
WMguy said:
I have a stand alone GPS. I've owned TomTom and iGuidance for my phone. I use Google Maps for everything and never touch the others. It does not have all the fancy bells and whistles but to me it's much better. Everything is always up to date. You can get walking directions. You can see street view. You can see satellite view. It does not take up any room on your memory. It's free and always updated.
Between Google Maps and Windows Live Search (Bing.com), I have no need for a paid GPS program.
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Ditto! No need for anything else.
I think it depends on the region of the world you are travelling in.
Google maps is totally useless here in Japan, and it has limited use in Europe (my opinion) while in US it might replace TomTom or Garmin or ...
I needed Garmin and a special map for Japan, because with Google there is no routing possible here.
Does your Google Maps speak to you? Give you turn by turn directions?
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Does your Google Maps speak to you? Give you turn by turn directions?
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No it doesn't speak, but I can read, and yes it gives turn by turn directions. I have a speaking Garmin, and I spent most of my time reading with it, to help get where I was going.
With street view you can see exactly what the building or place looks like that your going to, I have even seen the front of my house.
Really the only draw back is, you need a good data plan, but I have that for other reasons, so for me that's not an issue.
I'm using Garmin XT and it's much faster (significantly less lag) than Google Maps with 3G...
I have to agree that Google Maps is superb, with its satellite and street views. But, is the TD2 3G radio in combination with a typical network really good enough for serious standalone GPS replacement?
Even in London there are very many weak coverage spots where data transfer hardly works (unless you're willing to hold the phone high in the air, not a "cool" sight!). In the countryside there are huge regions with very little 3G coverage and minimal 2G coverage.
For walking Google Maps is fine, you've got plenty of time to look at it and decide where you want to go, but for driving Google Maps it too slow, as it has to update the maps via download and too small a view to be glanced at while driving, all the dedicated SatNav Driving programs are fast, don't reply on a data connection (which will drop out) and give big clear directions which you only have to glance at, and not take your eyes off the road for too long.
Lots of good points here. I am currently overseas and really need some free gps guidance, so google maps is a nono. I have switched off internet access via my provider completely to avoid horror bills.
So I am looking for a reliable gps software particularly for walking, so it needs to have pedestrian function.
Any recommendations?
Garmin, TomTom, ...??
cencored said:
Lots of good points here. I am currently overseas and really need some free gps guidance, so google maps is a nono. I have switched off internet access via my provider completely to avoid horror bills.
So I am looking for a reliable gps software particularly for walking, so it needs to have pedestrian function.
Any recommendations?
Garmin, TomTom, ...??
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Where are you? For Asia there is not a lot of possibilities. MapKing is one, GarminXT with some special local maps (in english) the other.
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No it doesn't speak, but I can read, and yes it gives turn by turn directions. I have a speaking Garmin, and I spent most of my time reading with it, to help get where I was going.
With street view you can see exactly what the building or place looks like that your going to, I have even seen the front of my house.
Really the only draw back is, you need a good data plan, but I have that for other reasons, so for me that's not an issue.
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Using Google Maps when you are abroad could be a real pain unless you buy local SIM Card .
Google Maps cannot, and I repeat, cannot be used as a GPS in the car. Google Maps even shows this warning when installed.
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Google Maps cannot, and I repeat, cannot be used as a GPS in the car. Google Maps even shows this warning when installed.
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Have to agree with u there, tried using it once in a car and got completely lost. you need TURN BY TURN DIRECTIONS FOR IT TO WORK AS A NAVIGATION SYSTEM.
Google Navigator
Have a look at Google Navigator. It solves the problems mentioned above:
you can go online _or_ download a map for a region before starting your trip.
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André
Want some advice and opinions on gps software for my htd tp2, wm professional 6.1 i have scoured the internet but can not find a consistent review of anything other an co-pilot. i had a garmin street pilot in my car and need a good gps for my car. would like to be able to use my phone and i have a 16 gb micro card. but it has to been a good nav system and not dependant on phone or web service. Anyone have any ideas?
Thanks
CoPilot is #1 in my book!
Well I have been using CoPilot for quite a while, and I have to tell ya, its the best thing since sliced bread. It is really nice. It has settings for any kind of mode of transportation. It has every language available, I prefer the Austrailian chick, cuz I love the accent. Everything is customizable. You store all the Maps for North America on your SD Card, so there is no need for the Internet. CoPilot works well even with Windows Media Player playing, or using the phone. I used it recently on a trip from maine to florida and back. Even in places that I had no signal, the Program worked perfectly. Thanks to the fact that the TP2 has a stand alone GPS in it. I could use the phone, and the map would keep chuggin along.
That is a great improvement, where as any of the apps that come on phones, require the internet, so as soon as you get a phone call it kills the map, and when the call is done you have to restart it. Not with coPilot. I don't think I would go anywhere without my CoPilot It is well worth the money.