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Google Maps Navigation for Windows Mobile

I was just curious as to whether or not anyone was actually trying to make this happen because Google maps is awesome but i use iGO just because of the voiced directions. So is this even possible or is it gonna be limited to android phones?

7heBoss said:
I was just curious as to whether or not anyone was actually trying to make this happen because Google maps is awesome but i use iGO just because of the voiced directions. So is this even possible or is it gonna be limited to android phones?
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Be patient. Google will release a version for WM phones too.

JeffHowden said:
Be patient. Google will release a version for WM phones too.
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yes - today v4.00
• Arrived: Today !
• Downloaded 542,402 times
http://www.freewarepocketpc.net/ppc-download-google-maps-mobile-v1-2-0-13.html

peterkling said:
yes - today v4.00
• Arrived: Today !
• Downloaded 542,402 times
http://www.freewarepocketpc.net/ppc-download-google-maps-mobile-v1-2-0-13.html
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It's only an update with Buzz(messaging thingy) included...no navigation features like android version as yet

Is there a way the hack the windows mobile google maps for navigation ?
I mean like navstarter or launcher for android.

i don't think so.. Google maps navigation is seen as a separate application, and is handled in that way by android as well.
It makes more sense to wait for Google's official release. I suspect they will want to keep the feature confined to the android market for at least a year before making it available on other platforms.
In a way, we get a better deal for our patience. We will get a more polished version of their software, since most problems would already have been encountered and fixed on android builds.

Google Navigator is updated and supported by pdafun. I personally think it's a bit strange to use 2 separate applications, both based on google's maps, ESPECIALLY considering that google maps already has navigation support.

um, I've got it installed on my phone... It seems to find me, but when I zoom in past the world view, it never updates the maps... it will lock on my GPS. Just double checked, but it's called google navigator...

peterkling said:
yes - today v4.00
• Arrived: Today !
• Downloaded 542,402 times
http://www.freewarepocketpc.net/ppc-download-google-maps-mobile-v1-2-0-13.html
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I can't download
can you please upload to a different server?
Thank you

I always thought the navigation feature in google maps is still in beta? Hence the reason they are restricting it's availablilty until it's out of beta at least.

i am using Bing on my HD2, and it works flawlessly.
at times when i dont even get 3G it works fine on EDGE,
its free and has turn by turn navigation.

Google Navigator by PDAfun is not the application in question. That is a third party app that is not supported by Google and has recently changed the name of its application to Global Navigator at Google's request.
Google Maps Navigation is an extremely powerful application developed by Google and, as stated before, is only available on Android devices.

7heBoss said:
I was just curious as to whether or not anyone was actually trying to make this happen because Google maps is awesome but i use iGO just because of the voiced directions. So is this even possible or is it gonna be limited to android phones?
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IGO Primo is the best.

sentiere said:
IGO Primo is the best.
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But dosen´t have real street view...
And the thread is about Google Navigation, so please don´t flame is with your stupid quote
We can just hope Google makes an app for WinMo soon

[Q] Navigation App Hangs?

So far the Nexus S has been great - except for one niggling problem. The Navigation App just sits there at checking navigation availability. Anyone else seen this one? I only saw it once before with a custom kernel on an EVO

Had the same problem so i went into the app manager uninstalled updates an when to market an updated maps but now the problem im having is the navigation is searching for gps an thats it

Same problem here

Navigation has been working fine for me without a single hiccup. Have probably used it 20+ times so far.

Same problem. And it was perfect one nexus one
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I just had this issue on my brand new MT4G
Here's how I fixed it
goto market, goto Maps and uninstall any updates
turn on GPS
turn on google maps
when it asks if you want to turn on WIFI, do it (don't have to even have a wifi network)
Load Navigation, it should work
Close everything, then goto Market, upgrade your google maps
Open google maps again, hit ok on new version info, should show location
load navigation
should work now
I had to take some various instructions from all over the web and alter it somewhat
hope it helps

Thanks just tried it works perfectly

Ashraf Patel said:
Thanks just tried it works perfectly
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hit up my thanks meter then partner! lol, I'm looking lonely at 0

You got one from me
Anyway, your post was useful for future reference!
Thanks.
hydrogenman said:
hit up my thanks meter then partner! lol, I'm looking lonely at 0
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hydrogenman said:
I just had this issue on my brand new MT4G
Here's how I fixed it
goto market, goto Maps and uninstall any updates
turn on GPS
turn on google maps
when it asks if you want to turn on WIFI, do it (don't have to even have a wifi network)
Load Navigation, it should work
Close everything, then goto Market, upgrade your google maps
Open google maps again, hit ok on new version info, should show location
load navigation
should work now
I had to take some various instructions from all over the web and alter it somewhat
hope it helps
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This worked perfectly for me on my Cynogen mod Hero. Thanks man.

hydrogenman said:
I just had this issue on my brand new MT4G
Here's how I fixed it
goto market, goto Maps and uninstall any updates
turn on GPS
turn on google maps
when it asks if you want to turn on WIFI, do it (don't have to even have a wifi network)
Load Navigation, it should work
Close everything, then goto Market, upgrade your google maps
Open google maps again, hit ok on new version info, should show location
load navigation
should work now
I had to take some various instructions from all over the web and alter it somewhat
hope it helps
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This worked on my Nexus S, my navigation wasn't working recently when I was trying to show it off and it was embarrassing, now I'm back! I have thanked you

I don't have 'Maps' or google maps in my market to uninstall the updates ? I'm not located in US

[APP]Google Maps 5.2 is out

Download the latest version of Google maps, no longer need to carry printed map.
Get Google Maps, while enjoying the navigation (beta), local information (Support Hotpot) and positioning
* Navigation: GPS voice navigation system for free
* Local Information (Support Hotpot): to find businesses, the score and see recommended sites
* Location: on the map the whereabouts of your friends and register your location
Keywords: Google maps, navigation, local information, Hotpot, location, route
ABOUT THIS APP
UPDATED:March 3, 2011
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SIZE:5.9M
PRICE:Free
URL：the forums do not let me post the url, u can find it in google market
Enjoy it

seriously, do you work for google? you just signed up for xda to mention that?

Google Maps on Android
Market Link

Here it is

I love a nice Hotpot.
Thinks it should read hotspot though

boodies said:
seriously, do you work for google? you just signed up for xda to mention that?
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Excellent !

Thank you!
Sometimes it seems some members here don't understand the basics of the Market: NOT ALL APPS are available in ALL countries.
So, please, don't send a link to the Android Market, it is USELESS.
We've already tried there!

nevermind everything is fixed...

hey, how to unlock navigation in other countries?

Thanks for the file...

android_master said:
Here it is
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Thanks for the file...

cool and does it possible to use it offline with sd card files ?

Thank you for this! Didnt wanted to download at first and then i noticed i am not loged in lmao
Sent from my HTC Desire using Tapatalk

android_master said:
Here it is
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5.2.1 pretty please if you can, has some routing issues fixed

APK 5.2.1
Yeah can someone put the 5.2.1 on here.
My market refuses to download or install Gmaps, Only when I use an APK install it works, but then it won't update via the market (the download keeps failing or not even starting)
Weird issue though since I did a full wipe after a new rom install (HTC Desire GSM, Cyanogen Nightly Build 15, s-off with Alpharev). All other google apps install just fine.
The APK should resolve this untill the next update probably :-((
The only thing I didn't try yet is a Dalvik wipe before the rom install or gapps, should I?
Any clues about how to fix this or a link to the 5.2.1. HDPI version?
Cheers

Google maps v5.2.1
Here are the attachments for Google maps, Street and My tracks. Have fun.

[APP 1.5+] GPS Maps

Hi Folks,
here about my newest app: GPS Maps
GPS Maps shows you the most relevant GPS data and your current position (on a google map) at one view.
Following data is shown:
1st row: GPS bearing, cardinal direction
2nd row: Latitude, longitude
3rd row: Speed, altitude
4rd row: Accuracy, satellites in use, satellites in view
The app can be fully customized to fit your needs:
-Select the displayed data
-Select colors, text sizes
-Select map modes
-Select units
-Many other settings
Perfect for all activities or as navigation assistant!
Have fun
Available on Android Market (use the attached QR for getting the link)

Would be as widget very nice.

Hi,
thx for this idea, i will include it to my wish list

And another Idea:
Would it be possible to add that?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15121649

Dtrieb said:
And another Idea:
Would it be possible to add that?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15121649
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thx for this idea
Outputting the current address was already on my todo list, but not in combination with Text to Speech.
=> Implementation in progress

is this a google maps modification?
or a complteley new app?

amskhan1 said:
is this a google maps modification?
or a complteley new app?
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An app that also uses a google map

GPS Maps v1.04 was just released to market.
New feature: retrieve and show your current address on street level.
https://market.android.com/details?id=at.specsoft.gpsmapstrial
@Dtrieb: this is the first step for the text to speech feature that you requested, TTS output will follow.

Can you also close GPS if the program shut down?

Dtrieb said:
Can you also close GPS if the program shut down?
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what do you exactly mean?

I mean:
If i close GPS Maps the icon from my GPS shows that it have a connection.
On p.e. google maps the icon and the connection to GPS closed if I closed google maps.
Okay? Or can i write you per pn in german?

ok, i see => could reproduce it.
Will be fixed with next version => thank you for reporting!

Dtrieb said:
I mean:
If i close GPS Maps the icon from my GPS shows that it have a connection.
On p.e. google maps the icon and the connection to GPS closed if I closed google maps.
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This one is fixed now with v1.05
Just update via the market to newest version.

@nr1:
I have Kindle Fire with Stock ROM and Modaco Custom Rom. Will this app work in KF? Paul O'Brien who developed the custom ROM has allowed the location services activated and I could get adhoc connection from my laptop, even on the road. Market does not show in KF GPS Maps as an App. Could you please provide a link to .apk file so that I could install and experiment.
Thanks

Hi
i have no idea if it will work on the kindle, just try it.
You can download the app here:
http://specsoft.square7.ch/?page_id=18

@k4955:
is it working on your kindle?

nr1 said:
@k4955:
is it working on your kindle?
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@nr1:
No. It does not work. I could try with GPS Tether app, however I only have an IPhone 4S. GPS Tether will look for a GPS enabled Android smartphone. I have not come across any app that will make IPhone act as a server. Currently I am able to tether to my IPhone acting as Hotspot and grab internet connection. With that I am able to enable location services, which does not look for satellite. If you know any app to help me please let me know.
Thanks

nr1 said:
thx for this idea
Outputting the current address was already on my todo list, but not in combination with Text to Speech.
=> Implementation in progress
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Finally new version released, GPS Maps v1.06:
Added: TTS support for 'Get address' functionality
Check it out:
http://market.android.com/details?id=at.specsoft.gpsmapstrial

What about a german translation?
I would translate it!

Dtrieb said:
What about a german translation?
I would translate it!
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oh, nearly forgot this thread in the meantime
I will include this on my wishlist for the app.
As native german speaker i could also do the german translation, there is anyway not much more to translate than the settings page.

Get the NEW GOOGLE MAPS here

Just installed it and loving it. Supposedly will only run on 4.2 or higher unless you wait for the official update on play store. I was waiting for this so figured I would share the knowledge.

Jmarv said:
Just installed it and loving it. Supposedly will only run on 4.2 or higher unless you wait for the official update on play store. I was waiting for this so figured I would share the knowledge.
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http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/0...interface-refresh-functionality-enhancements/
help if i posted the link...

Thanks! Seems great, can't wait to try it out

My HTC One on AT&T has not gotten the Maps update yet. I downloaded the APK from Androidpolice and it's working, but now I read there is a 7.0.1 update where they added the Offline maps selection when viewing the map (as opposed to having to type "Ok Maps" in the first release). However, I cannot find an updated APK for Android 4.1.2 devices... the two APK's I downloaded which were 7.0.1 could not be parsed because I'm not on 4.2. Anyone know where I can find the 7.0.1 APK for Android 4.1.2?
Also, for those of you with HTC One's, can you confirm whether addresses from the Phone application will open the new Google Maps app? On my device, if I click on an address from the Phone/Contacts app, it doesn't do anything now, whereas before it would open the address in Google Maps (on the older version).
Anyone else?

Travisimo said:
My HTC One on AT&T has not gotten the Maps update yet. I downloaded the APK from Androidpolice and it's working, but now I read there is a 7.0.1 update where they added the Offline maps selection when viewing the map (as opposed to having to type "Ok Maps" in the first release). However, I cannot find an updated APK for Android 4.1.2 devices... the two APK's I downloaded which were 7.0.1 could not be parsed because I'm not on 4.2. Anyone know where I can find the 7.0.1 APK for Android 4.1.2?
Also, for those of you with HTC One's, can you confirm whether addresses from the Phone application will open the new Google Maps app? On my device, if I click on an address from the Phone/Contacts app, it doesn't do anything now, whereas before it would open the address in Google Maps (on the older version).
Anyone else?
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Same here. Actually, when I tap an address in contacts, it opens at&t navigator, which I am not using. I disabled it and now nothing happens at all when you tap the address. I was hoping that by disabling the at&t navigator it would default back to Google maps.
Also, if you just tap in the empty search bar, it will bring up the information cards. Just scroll down to the bottom and the option to store the map offline is already there in this version.

nextelfixer said:
Same here. Actually, when I tap an address in contacts, it opens at&t navigator, which I am not using. I disabled it and now nothing happens at all when you tap the address. I was hoping that by disabling the at&t navigator it would default back to Google maps.
Also, if you just tap in the empty search bar, it will bring up the information cards. Just scroll down to the bottom and the option to store the map offline is already there in this version.
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Yeah, somehow the contacts app just lost connection to the maps app with this version, so even if you don't have another app set as default, it just does nothing when you click an address. My initially was opening Glympse because I had that installed, but even after uninstalling it, it still isn't opening Maps. Definitely a bug between the HTC contacts app and the new Maps... which means it's probably not going to fixed for some time. I'm hoping that the upcoming HTC One update to 4.2 will fix it... but who knows when AT&T will be rolling that out. I'm not interested at this time in rooting my phone and installing a custom rom to try to fix this.
Thanks for the tip about the offline maps setting, I found it.
EDIT: There is still a way to get a contact address to appear in the new maps. Just start typing the name of the contact that has an associated address and it'll show up in the search results. Not as convenient, but at least it's a workaround for now!

I like it but driving along the navigation lags behind where I actually am
Sent from my HTC One using Tapatalk 4 Beta

Travisimo said:
My HTC One on AT&T has not gotten the Maps update yet. I downloaded the APK from Androidpolice and it's working, but now I read there is a 7.0.1 update where they added the Offline maps selection when viewing the map (as opposed to having to type "Ok Maps" in the first release). However, I cannot find an updated APK for Android 4.1.2 devices... the two APK's I downloaded which were 7.0.1 could not be parsed because I'm not on 4.2. Anyone know where I can find the 7.0.1 APK for Android 4.1.2?
Also, for those of you with HTC One's, can you confirm whether addresses from the Phone application will open the new Google Maps app? On my device, if I click on an address from the Phone/Contacts app, it doesn't do anything now, whereas before it would open the address in Google Maps (on the older version).
Anyone else?
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I received the 7.0.1 update through the Play store this afternoon (I'm on AT&T stock 4.1.2). When I click on addresses in Contacts it gives me the option to open the address with AT&T Navigator or Waze but not Maps. Not sure what the behavior was with earlier versions of Maps because I never tried it before now.

mchinand said:
I received the 7.0.1 update through the Play store this afternoon (I'm on AT&T stock 4.1.2). When I click on addresses in Contacts it gives me the option to open the address with AT&T Navigator or Waze but not Maps. Not sure what the behavior was with earlier versions of Maps because I never tried it before now.
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The correct behavior would be to ask you what app to use for links, including the Maps app. But since the link to Maps is broken, it is just asking you amongst your other compatible apps. If you don't have any other compatible apps, it will do nothing when you select an address.
Note that this just happens in the Phone/Contacts app though in Sense. If you use Chrome or another Google app that has an address or map link, it will still open in the new Maps. So it might be something HTC has to fix, or it might be something just broken with the API in the new Maps app. Only time will tell, but as I mentioned, you can start typing a contact name in the new Maps app, and it will show the address, so that's a workaround for now.

I had to uninstall and reinstall old version. If I zoom out past a certain point, the map doesn't render.. I'm on ARHD 12 if that matters.
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born_fisherman said:
I had to uninstall and reinstall old version. If I zoom out past a certain point, the map doesn't render.. I'm on ARHD 12 if that matters.
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It's hard to say whether it's your custom rom or not, but the maps renders fine at all zoom levels on my HTC One running 4.1.2 stock.