Database Info

Google Maps Text Size

Is there anyway to make the text in Google Maps visible without using a microscope?

Subscribing. I want to know too.

also would like to know

i would like to know the same here

Me Too. I'm very interested.

it is quite tiny!

Miniscule.

I found that turning satellite view off made the letters appears big enough to read. Hope this helps someone.

What I don't understand is why, when selected, a scale one step larger than the maximum will start to load (with larger font and graphics) but then stops and defaults back to the maximum allowed.
Using a magnifying glass is very inconvenient

I just carry one of these with me everywhere I go, just in case I need to use google maps.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electron_microscope

behrouz said:
I just carry one of these with me everywhere I go, just in case I need to use google maps.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electron_microscope
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I hope you have a good carrying case for that
I carry these with the phone - in case I need to use Google Maps.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}

I guess I'm the only one here that thinks it's an improvement. Admittedly I just had my eyes checked and I'm better than 20/20 with glasses so maybe that is the difference, but I can still read the streets on the map when holding the phone at arm length.
It is harder in satelite view but the text is the same size, it's just all the mess around the names that makes it hard to read.
I hope they keep it as it is, I want to see the streets without giant text covering the maps.
Edit: I attached a screenshot just so people can compare to see if it's the same they're getting.

What version of Google Maps do you have? my map resolution / street name size is no where near that large / legible.
Michael

Lol, now I feel like a jackass for complaining. I looked at your pic, and think it looks fine, so I looked back at my Google Maps, and I guess it is fine.
I think some of us are coming from the HTC 6800 with 320x240 screen resolution, so we're used to that.
But the program is GREAT!!! Love the street view addition (although I personally don't use it much other than to show off to my iPhone friends - but they have it too).

I have is version 2.1.0.10 of Google Maps.
When I zoom out, for a split second all the street names are shrunk and barely legible but then the screen redraws and the names go back to normal. I wonder if some people are stuck with that resolution that is one step smaller than the zoom level they should be at.
And I was wrong above, satellite view is definitely smaller text. It's still readable but not as easy as map view.

I believe the latest version is 2.3.0.9. That's what I have.

im getting my fuze on monday and i plan to use google maps alot, what i want to know if you set a route while in gps mode will it count down the miles till the next turn/checkpoint? and update to the next one? i know it doesnt have voice or turn by turn but i was just curious how it works with driving directions in gps mode. there are really no vids on youtube or anything showing how it works while moving

misfitwrx said:
im getting my fuze on monday and i plan to use google maps alot, what i want to know if you set a route while in gps mode will it count down the miles till the next turn/checkpoint? and update to the next one? i know it doesnt have voice or turn by turn but i was just curious how it works with driving directions in gps mode. there are really no vids on youtube or anything showing how it works while moving
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No, it doesn't do this. It pretty much calculates the route from where you were at the time of starting the route. You can use My Location to show where you are relative to the upcoming turn, but it doesn't function as a true navigation yet.
But don't be mistaken, this program is still amazing!

whiteblazer01 said:
I believe the latest version is 2.3.0.9. That's what I have.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Dang you're right. I forgot that I just put on a new ROM, I guess the cab I had saved was the old one.
But even after the upgrade the text size stayed the same. Here's another screenshot if anybody wants to see the side by side of the old and the new.

I think the real issue here is that the text is actually embedded in images sent to your device from Google's map servers. That would mean that any fix for this would have to include a server-side component.
In addition, I'm pretty sure they'll have an aggressive server-side caching algorithm in order to increase performance for clients, which would probably use lots of storage space in their data-centers. For each new resolution they want to support server-side, they'll have to have a completely new image cache. I have no idea how expensive this might be, but it's possible that someone did a cost/benefit calculation, and given that VGA mobile devices aren't particularly common at this point, they may have decided it's not worth fixing ... yet.
I suggest you go to Google's mobile help forum and ask there, if you haven't already:
http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/Google+Mobile
HTH, -Jake

[REQ] WaMo - Graphicstablet for Windows Mobile

{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Been thinking and now wonder if there is someone able to create an application behaving similar to a Wacom-tablet? There is applications out there that could work (Omnipresence, G-remote), but it's way to laggy to use in Photoshop.
It wouldn't have to have a lot of features (I'm actually not very informed about wacom-tablets and what features they have so I dunno what could be implemented). But it would be best to keep it clean and minimize the lag and optimize for use with stylus.
Am I the only one who thinks this would be awesome or are there more out there like me?
Edit: Thought I could add a list of wanted features for this, so if you'd like any special features implemented in the app, just post it and I'll add it to the list. I should also add that I have no knowledge of developing myself so I don't know what actually can be done.
- Adjustable Sensitivity (Could be a pain using such a small screen otherwise)
- Simulate a right-click on the mouse. (Either a map a hardware-button or make a separate soft key)
- Scrollbar (?)

Will be superb. Very good idea...

Seems like we are the only ones interested in this?

Hmm nice idea.
I think this should be able with .NET Framework.
I still work on 3 other projects till the end of november and then I will give a try to this project.
If somebody wan't to help me, please PN.

Great! If you need I can help out with graphics.
If this app goes well, it would save a lot of money for a lot of people. I mean even the smallest sized Wacom cost quite a lot.

Really nice idea people . Hope it gets developed ..will be qiute a big saving

http://www.entisoft.com/PocketTablet/download.htm

JesperO said:
Great! If you need I can help out with graphics.
If this app goes well, it would save a lot of money for a lot of people. I mean even the smallest sized Wacom cost quite a lot.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Ever tried one? Even the smallest wacom(bamboo) is all the money worth. I habe one and i wouldn't miss it.
btw. it isn't possible to rebuild the functionality of a wacom - you don't have to touch the panel. you move the pen a few millimeters across the panel and tap to click

Wacom tablets are combination resistive+capacitive tablets. You can't replicate the functionality with the simple resistive (or capacitive) panel you have available to you on the phone. The stylus is also pressure-sensitive, so pressing harder gives you thicker lines when you're drawing. You can't do that without electronics in the stylus.

lucky3d said:
http://www.entisoft.com/PocketTablet/download.htm
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Ok now I think we don't need to develop such a software anymore, or?

Philipp__ said:
Ever tried one? Even the smallest wacom(bamboo) is all the money worth. I habe one and i wouldn't miss it.
btw. it isn't possible to rebuild the functionality of a wacom - you don't have to touch the panel. you move the pen a few millimeters across the panel and tap to click
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I agreee. WACOM's new line of tablets - Bamboo - are actually very inexpensive (I picked up a 4x6 model for $60 at Fry's Electronics) compared to some of their higher end tablets, and for most functions you would use a tablet for, they work great (wouldn't try to do autocad or anything like that with it, but it's great for photoshop and web design - which is what I do).
Granted, for something like basic handwriting recognition, using our touchscreen phones would certainly be a good alternative. The PocketTablet software mentioned earlier seems like it would meet those needs, but of course if someone wanted to develop a free alternative, I'm sure no one would complain

H4s1 said:
Ok now I think we don't need to develop such a software anymore, or?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Depends if you want to? If you think you can make it better, go ahead! Also, that software had to be purchased (yes I know, I'm cheap, but I'm short of money at the moment).
Also, my intentions with this wasn't to make an exact copy of a Wacoms functionality, I realize that can't be done. But something close that could work without lagg to use while saving for the real thing.

Moved as not software release or development.
Please take your time to read the rules.. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=447646

I think we can make it better.
But which functions we should develop to make a better program?

First Post Updated
Check first post. I made a layout and features suggestion, I think it could work pretty well. I had to think a while to solve the problem with having to move the mouse without drawing.
So if you hold the "left-click" button, the button holds down, which means if you then move with the stylus, it gets drawn. If you don't have the left-click button held down, you only move the mouse.
Feel free to add suggestions and opinions!

Christ... since this thread was moved to Q&A the activity died completely!

Live Watches (SE LiveView)

EDIT, 05/15/11:
Note: You will only care about this app. if you own a Sony Ericsson LiveWatch device!
v1.2
* Now with several more, aesthetically pleasing watch faces and hands
* Upload your own png file as /sdcard/livewatch.png (girlfriend picture, pet, etc.) -- Beware! The LiveView device is very picky with encoding, color set, etc.
* Flashligt! (Why not?) Click the select button, then touch the top border.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
EDIT, 04/27/11:
Make sure you download it from the market:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.voilaweb.mobile.liveview.livewatches
***
I am going to talk about a plug-in I wrote for the Sony Ericsson LiveView.
However, if you guys wish to discuss development for that device or how to make it work better, this is also welcome because it is both intriguing and under-represented (and a bit maddening at times)
Anyway, I was flabbergasted when I realized that there isn't any straightforward "watch" plug-in for the LiveView so in a couple hours I figured out how to use the SDK and created one.
I am not releasing it yet and I will only make it available it there is interest for it and I get the appropriate permissions from the people whose art I have used for this proof of concept app.
By the way, more face and hands art would be welcome!
A few (terrible) screenshots:

My LiveView was sent from the website i ordered it from, today=) I would really such an addon=)
And i can make you some artwork if i get something to work with=)

Oh, that's good.
I hope it works well for you. The device losing its pairing can be quite aggravating.
On the other hand it is a breeze to develop for; actually simpler than writing a home screen widget.

A friend of mine got it last week and said that he had lost his pairing once since he got it set up.
To me no development is a breeze i know squat about programing
But as said i would love to make you some graphics you could use so that you can release this=)

^^
I just received a sms from my post office that my LiveView had arrived
and here are a little graphic preview of some artwork you might use(?) It shows the whole thing, background, minute hand and hour hand=)
I really think you should release this addon

Ha! I like it a lot, in fact.
Can you post it as three files as described at http://www.voilaweb.com/lv_faq#createtheme?
Oh, and I updated the OP with a link to the beta apk

Will do, Just have to make some minor changes as the big and short hand are the same. and also added some indicators on the clock face.
Edit: Also, will you support this addon? i mean like bugs and stuff?

I guess, I will have to, yes

So, anyone go any feedback for me?

hey man.
i just installed your app from market and it's looking great.
i guess you can make a clock with digits or maybe a digital one.
it still disconnects but at least i have a watch
one other thing maybe you can ad an always on screen option

MrJay, first off, thanks for your feedback
The "always on" option would be nice but I invite you to think about this some more...say until your device dies on you because its damn battery is already too weak for the plug-in's current version
EDIT: OK I really don't want to sound negative. The device is really nice. I just wish it had better connectivity and battery life.
In fact, the tricks I read on how to force it to reconnect using AutomateIt, etc., end up sucking battery life like crazy.

The only thing i have to say about this addon, is that its a bit slow to update when i wake the screen. might take a sec before the clock shows the correct time.
Other than that, i love it

Thanks Marius.
Yes, I know about the 1 sec. delay it's due to sending as few updates to the device as possible, to improve battery life.
But maybe I could slightly alter this behavior for a "wake up" event.
BTW, I hope you guys are using the version from the market! It's free, but more likely to get updates than the one on my blog.

cyansmoker said:
EDIT: OK I really don't want to sound negative. The device is really nice. I just wish it had better connectivity and battery life.
In fact, the tricks I read on how to force it to reconnect using AutomateIt, etc., end up sucking battery life like crazy.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
i stopped using automateit. it didn't do that much and yes you're right about the crappy battery life .
anyway keep up the good job. it's a nice to have application.

I ordered one of these devices today after seeing this post, fantastic plugin! this is perfect for when I'm at work, seeing as I work outside and don't have time to check my phone for any updates, much less the time. Thanks and keep up the great work!

Where can I order this I'm interested I live in California if that makes a difference

Well, Spitfire, so do I. I ordered from these guys: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004E2V4NM and it was shipped from Florida.

Have you updated this with any new themes?
Ive been away over the easter and haven checked in here for about 2 weeks. also i've been flashing a lot of ROMs lately so havent gotten to hook up my liveview yet. Will look in to it today th0=)

Can someone make a theme like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ib9GTkImEwQ&feature=player_embedded#at=20
(watch the video it has a bunch of different themes as well)

Droidish said:
Can someone make a theme like this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ib9GTkImEwQ&feature=player_embedded#at=20
(watch the video it has a bunch of different themes as well)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Awesome design. I fear that the LiveView's limited resolution will not be able to display something this complex, though. Not even something as good-looking as a TikTok

Split-screen multitasking/dual monitor app?

The Note's screen is large enough that in landscape, split in half, each side is still larger than many phone screens I've used before, including smart phones. I'd really like to be able to do split screen multitasking. Has anyone made something like this yet? Sure, the resolution of each half would be a little weird at 800x640, but doesn't ICS alleviate resolution issues? I'd love to be able to use each side as a separate monitor.
If not, perhaps it could be split into two 800x480 screens with a strip of controls in the center. Or split into 800x800 and 800x480. Should be easy to adapt graphics for 800x800.
This is something I'd really like, so if it's not done already, someone please do it! Should I repost this in development? It may be more involved than just creating an app.

... very good question

I think the easiest solution is using a remote log in app with your computer.

The Note's screen in half equals to two 3.62" of 640x800 screens! That's 2 iPhone screens and more!
I'm sure the text/icons will be way more readable/viewable that the "mock-up" below..
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}

is there any app which do that...?

This is not trivial as it may sound on Android.
According to Android concepts, there may only be one Activity* in the foreground.
Other pop ups and menus are not full blown activities. Android manages all the Activities.
Activities that are not in the foreground are closed to free memory up.
The only way I can see without modifying android is to find some way the widgetify an android activity so it is treated as a widget. This way you can place two apps as widgets next to each other and even resize them as you like.
* An android activity is a java class extending the Activity class, managed by android window manager.

maybe will possible soon with wind river
http://www.windriver.com/oha/
Sent from my GT-N7000 using XDA App

Try getting in touch with Kyocera's Echo developers, that phone certainly had two apps in the foreground.
Sent from my NotePhone

I can try developing one, as we can always override the system resources to believe we are outputting on 2 pixel density and reserve the processes.

deadlyheart4u said:
I can try developing one, as we can always override the system resources to believe we are outputting on 2 pixel density and reserve the processes.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sounds very interesting, I'd be interested in this.

Viamonte said:
Try getting in touch with Kyocera's Echo developers, that phone certainly had two apps in the foreground.
Sent from my NotePhone
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
true that ! until you have loads of money to give them

We may get lucky, it may just be a matter of porting it's code.
Sent from my NotePhone

I hope someone could just develope an app, it sounds very interesting
Isn't there any game yet (e.g. racing game) which does exactly this?

I will putting my prototype very soon, I am already developing for this, I hope you people might extend some help, it already ripped me off by lot an amount buying some stuff to accomplish this.

It should be possible. After all there's already one App available that will do 'MultiView' and that's called Stick it! Free your Player!

Beards said:
It should be possible. After all there's already one App available that will do 'MultiView' and that's called Stick it! Free your Player!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Confirmed.I use the Stick It!and contrary to some reviews it works very smooth on my GNote.

hagba said:
Confirmed.I use the Stick It!and contrary to some reviews it works very smooth on my GNote.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Have you also tried the same developers calculator named AirCalc.
It works on the same principle and is great when you need a calculator with another App ~ i.e. EasyMoney & AirCalc.

I think better than splitting the screen into 2 would be if we can push the output via MHL to a screen and move an app there, how one can do on a PC with 2 monitors.
So watch a movie on the TV/monitor and text or use the phone on its native display.

Onskreen Cornerstone makes three windows for multitasking. It currently only works on Motorola Xoom. But it is open source and has to be incorporated into ROM. I hope some clever developer can adapt this for GNote*. Check out
www.onskreen.com/cornerstone/
EDIT: * I forgot to add PLEEEZ!!!!

DualPanels let you watch video and browse the web at the same time
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.thynguyen.dualpanel2
Sent from my GT-N7000 using Tapatalk

[APP][3.0+] Flexible Unit Converter (FUC)

There are literally hundreds of unit converter apps on Google Play.
I believe FUC is the only one that uses dimensional analysis in the conversion engine to let the user build, combine, and convert an endless number of complex units.
This is my first app and I would appreciate all comments and suggestions. Thanks!
Google Play Link
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}

Updated to version 0.2!
Any scienticians or engineer types here???

Re: [APP][3.0+] Flexible Unit Conversion Tool (FUCT)
Good good
Sent from my LG-LU6200 using XDA Premium HD app

thank you, the app has been out for 2 weeks and this is the only feedback I've received. I'll take it as positive.
anyone else...?

Re: [APP][3.0+] Flexible Unit Conversion Tool (FUCT)
I just downloaded. Very good app. Well done! Sadly, while I have an Engineering degree, I mostly do only IT work these days But it looks like you have most conversions covered.
My suggestions:
1- the number pad/keyboard to add values for the conversion takes up ~75% of my tablet's screen. Not a big deal, but could be a bit smaller.
2- on the favorites page, I think it would be more intuitive to click on the row itself instead of the number on the left side.
3- It took me a while to figure out that I could click on the conversion result value and change the display options (like scientific notation threshold). Maybe have some help or indicator that keys the user know how to change these settings.
Good luck with the app!

Hey, thanks. I never tested it on a tablet, so I'm glad to hear it at least works, even if the keypad is way too big.
I'll fix the favorites as you suggest, and make the conversion result display options access more obvious.
Much appreciated.

Updated to 0.3: easier to use favorites, search function, and bug fixes.
Lots more things I could add or change, but it doesn't seem worth it since it's only getting about 1 download / day. Hopefully just needs more time.

Couldn't test it. Crashes on startup. Asus Padfone 2.

Couldn't test it. Crashes on startup. Asus Padfone 2.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hmm thanks for testing and reporting back. I wonder why it would crash for you. If you could send me the log-cat, I will try to find the problem.

Well played with the name of your app, all I can say is GG lol.
Testing
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

Yup..like it. I'm an engineering analyst and do hard sums for a living.
Can imagine this being useful if I'm away from Mathcad. Thanks.

Abel669 said:
Well played with the name of your app, all I can say is GG lol.
Testing
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks man let me know how it goes...
Yup..like it. I'm an engineering analyst and do hard sums for a living.
Can imagine this being useful if I'm away from Mathcad. Thanks.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Cool, hope it comes in handy,

Updated to 0.4.
The app opens a lot faster now, which I think is important as generally converting units is something you want to be able to do as quickly as possible.

epexegenesis said:
Updated to 0.4.
The app opens a lot faster now, which I think is important as generally converting units is something you want to be able to do as quickly as possible.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Not that I'm in engineering or anything but I am always trying to convert something. Thanks for this, will definitely put it to use.

Demmonnixx said:
Not that I'm in engineering or anything but I am always trying to convert something. Thanks for this, will definitely put it to use.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Cool, thanks, let me know how it works for you!

I know this is a very old thread but the author was responding so I'll ask here anyway. This is an awesome tool that I've used for years very happily. However, as of today v0.54 force closes on my A10e running Android 11 stock. I've reset cache and date with no success. I wasn't notified of an update but there you go.
I'm guessing I may be alone in using the app, but I don't know of any real alternative. I'm hoping rhe author sees this but if anyone else has any thoughts or alternative unit converters to suggest I'm open to suggestions.

I don't know what's out there. Just converting units seems a bit limited.
I've had a private app on Windows that is a calculator and knows about units.
I keep on thinking about porting it to Android
1 inch/((1 ampere/-electron charge/avogadro's number)/(18awg/atomic volume(cu)))
This tells you that an Ampere of DC current through an 18AWG cable will take 4 minutes 43 seconds to move the electrons one inch.

There are lots of calculators but there are no other flexible converters ive located. I would consider a combined cLculator/unit converter if it utilized custom units like FUC. That is the only feature i really have a use for since everything else has been done.

I found ConvertAll for Linux/Windows that may work. It's certainly not as slick as FUC, but it might be a fall back option.
Convertall - Screenshots
It's only Windows so not what I want though...