Since google navigation doesn’t allow us to enter way points or custom routs I’m wondering if it is possible to develop an app that can add these features externally.
Right now I use manual way points, for example I have saved one or more addresses for certain contacts (Address, Waypoint 1, Waypoint2 etc..). When I start navigating I use one of those intermediate addresses instead of the destination, and when I come close to the first intermediate address (waypoint) I select the next waypoint manually and re-launch google navigation. But its so tedious, so I’m wondering if someone can develop an app that can automate this process.
Ideally these are the requirements:
Ability to read in multiple addresses as waypoints from a contact OR
Ability to manually enter start, destination and multiple waypoints and save a set of waypoints as a route
Feed in the waypoints sequentially to Google Maps/Navigation automatically when each waypoint is reached
Hi Phoenix, yes it has been years since you wrote this post. I hope you have already found an app that does what you need.
But if you haven't found an app that does what you are looking for, please have a look at the geo Location Marker app of google play store (Link : goo.gl/Z2Vj4d). It is not exactly what you are looking for, but somewhat similar.
You can save directions from google maps as way-points and use them offline. To save directions as way-points, open directions in google maps app, select share directions from the options menu, and choose geo Location Marker. The app will read google maps URL and save the rout as a list of way-points. These can be used for navigation with a simple compass and distance scale in the app.
Hope you like it :good:
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I saw a couple of apps awhile ago where you could tag your location (the gps would look up where you are) on a map, and then keep a record of those places. So if you go to somewhere cool but you don't know the address, you could mark it on the map and you'd be able to navigate to it later. Does anyone know the name of this app? I can't seem to find it now.
I know that the combination of Compass and 3Banana notes will let you keep geo-tagged notes. Can't you save locations as Google Maps favorites in later versions of Android?
The quickest is to open Maps, and when it locates you tap the little My Location dot or arrow. Tap the bubble that pops up. On the next screen tap the star. Now it's been added to the Starred Items on your Google account.
You can also from the same screen press "Share" and send the link to Gmail, 3banana, Twitter, etc.
The quickest is to open Maps, and when it locates you tap the little My Location dot or arrow. Tap the bubble that pops up. On the next screen tap the star. Now it's been added to the Starred Items on your Google account.
You can also from the same screen press "Share" and send the link to Gmail, 3banana, Twitter, etc.
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+1 wanted to post the same. Theres also a widget that displays your lat/long/addr with the ability to share it
you could also use the GPS Status app. you can mark locations, share them and let it show on the map. also, it's free on the market
Thanks for the GPS Status link.
And thanks for the tips on Google Maps, I didn't know you could do it straight from there! The only problem is I don't see a way to name your starred places, so you just have a list with a bunch of addresses and you might not remember what's what.
Hi!
Today I'm proud to announce a new NFC app: V-Card2Nav.
This app allows you to touch a NFC Tag with a vCard on it and automatically launch Google Navigation with the address from the vCard as destination.
If you have a vCard with several address fields (like WORK or HOME) the app will ask you to pick one.
The latest version also supports GEO type URI Tags. If you have a NFC Tag with a geo: URI on it, the app will also launch Google Navigation with the latitude and longitude as destination. That’s cool for geocaching
For easy testing and playing around with it, I have integrated the app into the contacts list. Here you are able to write a contact as a vCard on a NFC Tag.
Check the short demo on youtube:
youtube.com/watch?v=2jUyHQLWbZ8
You can find the app on the market here:
market.android.com/details?id=de.grundid.vcard2nav
Enjoy.
Really cool.
Here's a clickable link to install app from android market -- https://market.android.com/details?id=de.grundid.vcard2nav
Using Cyanogen mod Rom, I used to be able to share my GPS location in the middle of the lake through Google Maps. I tried to do the same with the HOX but the sharing location option is grayed out. It looks like Waypoints are not integrated into Google maps. Anybody knows how to restore the functionality or if I need an app which app?
Thank you
Not sure exactly what you wanted.
If you want record your location/track history and share it through Google Maps, you can use Google's 'My Track' app.
If you want to share your current location to your friend, sign in to Google Latitude.
when you are in a remote place, Google maps need to use waypoints or coordinates to share your exact location. In the middle of the lake, I was able to click on my GPS location get the coordinates and share them through a text message. It was easy
My tracks or latitude is not what I am looking for.
That must be some kind of Labs add-in for the GMap which is no longer available.
The Laitude reports your coordinates as well periodically. If your friends have Gmaps, it can show your location based on your reported coordinates. But if they have to use anything else, of course it won't work.
I'm using google location history to track my kid's phones. I'd like to increase how often it checks the location. Is there any easy way to do this? If not, if I setup a tasker task to check the gps location every X period, would that automatically trigger google to store the location history?
I am looking for an Android app which will at predetermined times share my location with selected people. I don't want real time sharing because of battery issues. It would also be useful if I could also create a routine which did the same whenever I connect to WiFi.
I am planning a solo cycle tour through Europe which will involve me being away from all family and friends for up to 3 months. My wife has expressed a concern about my safety and has asked that I let her know where I am on a regular basis.
I could allow her access to my Google account so she can use Find My Device but given her technical skills it would be better if she simply got a WhatsApp message with a map pin.
GPS Logger - Apps on Google Play
A simple and lightweight app for recording your position and your path
play.google.com
I don't see any way of sending my location.
If you won't create a simple routine at your own use this app
Send My GPS Location - Apps on Google Play
Share location and GPS coordinates with close friends.
play.google.com
Maybe I wasn't clear enough - my apologies.
I am looking for an app which will automatically send my location to a contact at predefined times. I would like this to happen when my phone is in my pocket or bag whilst I am cycling or walking.
Obviously I can do it manually when I remember but if I am in difficulty then the automatic option acts as a safety feature.
I am looking at Tasker to see if I can create a routine using that app and SMS.
Thanks to @xXx yYy for his/her help so far.