Hi from Italy. I received for Christmas a X7501 from USA, with WM6. After first installation, the GPS software is downloadable from TELENAV web site. From Europe, it seems to be impossible to download the software. Does anybody knows how to install in X7501 a GPS software, downloadable for free ? and what about maps to install ? thanks in advance for answer me
try this
I use this to watch US-restricted videos on NBC et al's Hulu site. It's much simpler than proxies etc.
http://anchorfree.com/downloads/hotspot-shield/
You can try google maps as a test.
I use co-pilot live and love it. No fees except for the one time purchase of the software. I am using version 6 but they just release version 7. You can view their site at http://www.alk.com. It is a great product and very easy to use.
There is a variety of software available not not much in the way of free. Certainly "GPS Testing" you could find but otherwise you're always going to be downloading maps.
It sometimes pays to actually buy the software, but it also helps if you know if you like it first. Personally I would reccomend Navigon Navigator as I've tried it, but YMMV on software.
Another thing you might want to do is peruse the rest of the website to see what other people have asked about in regards to SatNav and the answers given.
Cheers, Elwyn
You can download Garmin Mobile XT for Windows Mobile devices at the links below, directly from Garmin. With the included basemap, you can do basic routing and test the software to see if you like it. Mobile XT is very cool and only costs about $85 on the internet with all of the USA on a chip.
http://www8.garmin.com/support/agree.jsp?id=3389
You also need the basemap:
http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3645
and other utility files:
http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3493
z3bum said:
You can download Garmin Mobile XT for Windows Mobile devices at the links below, directly from Garmin. With the included basemap, you can do basic routing and test the software to see if you like it. Mobile XT is very cool and only costs about $85 on the internet with all of the USA on a chip.
http://www8.garmin.com/support/agree.jsp?id=3389
You also need the basemap:
http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3645
and other utility files:
http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3493
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Can you copy the maps to the MD or a larger chip? That has been the issue for me...
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Can you copy the maps to the MD or a larger chip? That has been the issue for me...
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Not officially but over at MoDaCo there are instructions.
In the UK there's nothing to beat CP7 though.
Just as a side note people who want to try some free and not so free
GPS apps may like to check here:
http://www.maps-gps-info.com/fgpfw.html
z3bum said:
You can download Garmin Mobile XT for Windows Mobile devices at the links below, directly from Garmin. With the included basemap, you can do basic routing and test the software to see if you like it. Mobile XT is very cool and only costs about $85 on the internet with all of the USA on a chip.
http://www8.garmin.com/support/agree.jsp?id=3389
You also need the basemap:
http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3645
and other utility files:
http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3493
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Also, this install seems to be limited to Garmin external GPS only, won't work with internal GPS... Is there a workaround?
more on Garmin Mobile XT
I have sucessfully copied Mobile XT off the included SD card, and made it work with a Nokia N95 internal GPS. Not sure yet if it is going to work with the internal GPS of the X7501, but I will be able to find out in the next couple of days, as mine will be here. More on that later.
As for the Modaco article... the link is below. The article is, shall we say... "Enlightening"
http://www.modaco.com/content/Samsu...ackjack-II-on-Your-Own-Storage-Card-Tutorial/
wgary said:
Also, this install seems to be limited to Garmin external GPS only, won't work with internal GPS... Is there a workaround?
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noni gps and Igo 2006
iloveqtek said:
Hi from Italy. I received for Christmas a X7501 from USA, with WM6. After first installation, the GPS software is downloadable from TELENAV web site. From Europe, it seems to be impossible to download the software. Does anybody knows how to install in X7501 a GPS software, downloadable for free ? and what about maps to install ? thanks in advance for answer me
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bit late but I thought you might look at noni gps which is a track plotter and has an italian installation and is freeware.
If you want a driving application Igo 2006se can be found in a trial format on the net
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So my X7501 arrived on Friday. I have Garmin Mobile XT running on it... fantastic! It is like an internet-connected NUVI. The buttons on the user interface are finger touchable, and the screen is easy to use. It works with Garmin Mapsource maps like City Navigator and Bluecharts and topographic maps. Proclip makes a powered bracket for the car, which looks nice and seems to work nicely in my Z3 Coupe. Will test futher, but I highly recommend this...
I've got memory-map on mine and love it. Which is good, because I use it at work so much..
Full 1:50000 of the UK OS mapping on there and a few 1:25000 areas I frequent.
fards said:
I've got memory-map on mine and love it. Which is good, because I use it at work so much..
Full 1:50000 of the UK OS mapping on there and a few 1:25000 areas I frequent.
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Ahh yes, that's good that isn't it
1:50k, 1:25k, 1:10k (in places), 1:250k motoring maps and 1:1m and not forgetting satellite coverage
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I'm trying to get a belkin bluetooth gps to work with mapopolis. I am running 1.60WWE version rom. Reading through the forum it looks like one of the easiest solutions to get it to work is to install the pocket bluetooth tools. Does anyone know of an easier way or know of an english rom that will work natively?
TIA
1.60 worked for me. You just have to make sure you pair with the GPS using the Bluetooth settings dialog with the COM ports selected.
Frankly, I think the Belkin Navigation System software (from Netropa) that came with the Belkin Bluetooth GPS is better than Mapopolis. The Mapopolis voice prompts are unintelligible.
Works for me too without any problem... I am just using Pocket Bluetooth tools... (T-Mo 1.60 ROM) And the software that came with it is perfect for my need as of right now. I never tried any navigation software but I like it very much.
Also I flash my XT mode to use XT2 and it works like a charm. Flashes it with Fortuna clip-on software. All instruction is on www.gpspassion.com (But you're voiding your warranty!)
Good luck!
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Works for me too without any problem... I am just using Pocket Bluetooth tools... (T-Mo 1.60 ROM) And the software that came with it is perfect for my need as of right now. I never tried any navigation software but I like it very much.
Also I flash my XT mode to use XT2 and it works like a charm. Flashes it with Fortuna clip-on software. All instruction is on www.gpspassion.com (But you're voiding your warranty!)
Good luck!
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What is the advantage of going to the XT2 version instead of just staying in ST?
Thanks,
Andy
XTrac is a mode that allows for greater accuracy in marginal GPS Signal reception areas (tree cover, urban canyons, indoors etc), XTracV2 is an enhanced version of this with even greater signal sensitivity.
The downsides ox XTrac are a marginal increase in the delay before position is reported which may be unwelcome when utilised for in-car raod navigation.
See our Fortuna Clip-On Review (the Belkin GPS is a re-badge of this model) which contains a detailed explanation of XTrac.
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superperry said:
Works for me too without any problem... I am just using Pocket Bluetooth tools... (T-Mo 1.60 ROM) And the software that came with it is perfect for my need as of right now. I never tried any navigation software but I like it very much.
Also I flash my XT mode to use XT2 and it works like a charm. Flashes it with Fortuna clip-on software. All instruction is on www.gpspassion.com (But you're voiding your warranty!)
Good luck!
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What is the advantage of going to the XT2 version instead of just staying in ST?
Thanks,
Andy
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XTrac is a mode that allows for greater accuracy in marginal GPS Signal reception areas (tree cover, urban canyons, indoors etc), XTracV2 is an enhanced version of this with even greater signal sensitivity.
The downsides ox XTrac are a marginal increase in the delay before position is reported which may be unwelcome when utilised for in-car raod navigation.
See our Fortuna Clip-On Review (the Belkin GPS is a re-badge of this model) which contains a detailed explanation of XTrac.
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Yeap! That's the advantage of XT2 accuracy and reception. And with XT2 warm-up or cold start (cant remember what you call it) is a bit faster than ST, most of the time I get a locked on satellite in less than 20 secs.
And about delay while driving, I most of the time using it in my car but I don't see much of a delay. I leave in Seattle, WA and most of the time weather is cloudy and or raining. I am using XT2 since I upgraded it.
Can someone post the upgrade program here? Apparently, Fortuna has removed it from their web site again.
Thanks in advance!
Can somebody recommend what they would consider to be "the best" GPS software. Am I right in thinking tomtom is pretty good. Main usage would be on foot navigation. Extensive and up to date map coverae would be crucial.
Thanks!
Edit: pocetpc software I mean! (Fairly obvious I know but I thought I should clarify :wink: )
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Can someone post the upgrade program here? Apparently, Fortuna has removed it from their web site again.
Thanks in advance!
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I don't have the software anymore but go to this forum and learn more and I think on page 10 there's a download links....
http://www.gpspassion.com/forumsen/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=12597&whichpage=1
I hope this help!
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Can someone post the upgrade program here? Apparently, Fortuna has removed it from their web site again.
Thanks in advance!
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Here you go.
Andy
Fortuna help!
I am in London and cannot pick up a stelite for the life of me in ST mode?? Is this an urban canyon/wheather issue, or a nad TT3 install issue? I can only read satelites in XT mode??? Have other city users experienced this issue?
Thanks
Bluetooth GPS problems with Mapopolis
I have read over this thread but can't tell if my problem is related. I have the emtac bluetooth gps receiver and Mapopolis installled on my XDAII. It seems to bond and communicate well but when I start the mapopolis software it freezes up. It seems to be running very slowly.
Any suggestions?
Tomtom3
Can somebody recommend what they would consider to be "the best" GPS software. Am I right in thinking tomtom is pretty good. Main usage would be on foot navigation. Extensive and up to date map coverae would be crucial.
Thanks!
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I have tried both SmartST from Navman and Tomtom3 and I must say that I prefer the latter. Navman's solution is nice and feature rich but the navigation is sucky. Sometimes it can even navigate in circles... amazing :roll:
i need a map program for my BA. i am quite a noob with this stuff since this is my first ppc. so i am looking for something user friendly but does not skimp too much on the usefulness of the program. i hear about tom tom a bit dunno if it is great but what about pocket streets' by ms or any of the others out there. i just want a mapping program no gps unit yet.
I am using pocket map navigator and love it. with our without gps it works great
Eddie
I use Pharos Ostia
I've been using for several years... usually very reliable
burlybinder said:
I am using pocket map navigator and love it. with our without gps it works great
Eddie
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I have the wallaby(3.04v), himalaya(wm2k5 v 150i.64), BA(V140) and Magician v.112.
I am keen to use any one of my above htc device for satellite gps navigation.
I am new and have never use gps satellite navigation on any of my htc products before.
can someone please advise which hardware n software should I purchase to have the gps navigation which has VOICE ACTIVATED PROMPT in directions.
thanks in advance
Tomtom would probably be your best bet, a cheap wired gps will work just fine and keep both the pda and the gps powered in car. If you want to use it outside the vehicle then the tomtom bluetooth gps is a good bet.
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Tomtom would probably be your best bet, a cheap wired gps will work just fine and keep both the pda and the gps powered in car. If you want to use it outside the vehicle then the tomtom bluetooth gps is a good bet.
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Thank u.
It may sound funny as I am a novice in gps.
Is the tom tom hardware plus software?
Does it come with VOICE PROMPT for directions?
regards.
Yes you can buy a complete package or just the hardware/software, voice prompts included. There are many addons such as post code search, speed camera alerts, online traffic info etc. Also many overlays of points of interest, navigate from contacts/address book.
Just a thought, what country will you be driving in??
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Yes you can buy a complete package or just the hardware/software, voice prompts included. There are many addons such as post code search, speed camera alerts, online traffic info etc. Also many overlays of points of interest, navigate from contacts/address book.
Just a thought, what country will you be driving in??
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does the hardware come with software? Or we can buy it separately just like the add ons. Where can I buy it?
I would be using it in Malaysia
thanks n regards.
i'd recommend the following bluetooth GPS receiver, it can operate from the glovebox and has a very good battery life.
Globalsat BT-338 Sirf Star III 20 Channel Bluetooth GPS receiver
i myself have the tomtom receiver but my friend bought this one and i'd buy it if purchasing again.
it will work with any mapping software that requires a gps receiver and i recommend tomtom sofwtware for ease of use, can be used on 2d or 3d mode.
I've been pretty happy with DeLorme's Pocket Street Atlas -- it's about half the price of TomTom.
Hi, I need to purchase some SatNav kit for my Athena, I know the question has been asked before but in particular I am running PK Black 2.0 @ 96dpi and am in need of guidance as to compatability as well as best overall software.
My choices are MioMap (iGO), CoPilot 7, or TomTom... I need trafic redirection over GPRS with my dataplan and as previously stated 96dpi compatability on WM6.
I am also looking for a windscreen mount and bluetooth car kit plus leather case with viewing window when closed.
Is it possible to get a new keyboard?
What do you guys find to be the best UK performer? I mostly travel in UK but some trips to Brussles as well...
Many thanks
Martyn
I quick reply to one part of your question is that I tried running igo 2006 on my athena with 96dpi and it didnt run right. The buttons where all messed up and I couldn't even get through the first menu. TomTom works great with 96dpi though. Miomap might be a little different than iGo. I know they aren't exactly the same just similar. I'm not sure about reliability in the UK though since I am in the US. Miomaps has always work the best for me. The UI and maps load quicker with iGo. TomTom has the traffic support which iGo does not. TomTom also has a pretty nice software package that you install on your computer called TomTom home. This will update your software whenever there is an update and you can get extras through there (ie. POI, Speed Cameras).
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Hi, I need to purchase some SatNav kit for my Athena, I know the question has been asked before but in particular I am running PK Black 2.0 @ 96dpi and am in need of guidance as to compatability as well as best overall software.
My choices are MioMap (iGO), CoPilot 7, or TomTom... I need trafic redirection over GPRS with my dataplan and as previously stated 96dpi compatability on WM6.
I am also looking for a windscreen mount and bluetooth car kit plus leather case with viewing window when closed.
Is it possible to get a new keyboard?
What do you guys find to be the best UK performer? I mostly travel in UK but some trips to Brussles as well...
Many thanks
Martyn
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Igo only works in 192dpi. TomTom routing is nowhere near as good but it does traffic (Igo doesn't except via TMC). Copilot 7 isn't out yet AFAIK.
Mount - use the Brodit. BT - use Parrot if necessary.
CoPilot 7 - without a doubt!
Confucious said:
CoPilot 7 - without a doubt!
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Where is that available?
apd said:
Where is that available?
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Sorry, still in Beta.
TwoPlus1 said:
Hi, I need to purchase some SatNav kit for my Athena, I know the question has been asked before but in particular I am running PK Black 2.0 @ 96dpi and am in need of guidance as to compatability as well as best overall software.
My choices are MioMap (iGO), CoPilot 7, or TomTom... I need trafic redirection over GPRS with my dataplan and as previously stated 96dpi compatability on WM6.
I am also looking for a windscreen mount and bluetooth car kit plus leather case with viewing window when closed.
Is it possible to get a new keyboard?
What do you guys find to be the best UK performer? I mostly travel in UK but some trips to Brussles as well...
Many thanks
Martyn
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I've used CoPilot 6 and TomTom. Like TomTom better as it's more accurate, works without issues in RealVGA mode, I run 96dpi. Last time I used CoPilot was on my Universal with external GPS, of course. I haven't really tried any other software. TomTom has the traffic updates via subscription and does a good job. Hasn't got me lost yet. CoPilot got me lost a few times so I dropped it.
I've used copilot 5 for about two years, iGO my way 2006 for about two months and Tom Tom for about a month. Of these, iGo is clearly the best IMHO. It's route calculation is the least illogical. It is the prettiest and most user friendly, fastest in getting a GPS fix, and is the only one that warns (audio warning) me when I exceed legal speed limit. Tom Tom only display the speeding visually, but who could keep an eye on the device to know that while driving?
The real downside is that iGO can't run in 96 or 128 dpi mode whereas TT can. Of these, I personally think TT's route calculatin is the least sensible. I often have two of them running side by side (on two devices of course) to see the difference.
Now, i've decided to stick with iGO despite the display problem. I'm love 128 dpi, but whenever I use iGO, I just switch back to 192. Not a real problem if you do it while walking to your car. By the time I start the engine, it is reset back to 192 and gps ready to go.
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I've used CoPilot 6 and TomTom. Like TomTom better as it's more accurate, works without issues in RealVGA mode, I run 96dpi. Last time I used CoPilot was on my Universal with external GPS, of course. I haven't really tried any other software. TomTom has the traffic updates via subscription and does a good job. Hasn't got me lost yet. CoPilot got me lost a few times so I dropped it.
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Suprising, but you are in the US. TomTom in the UK it is generally agreed that the Navteq maps used by CoPilot are far beter than the maps used by TomTom.
CoPilot 7 is a vast improvement over CP6 and works in all resolutions, finds GPS receievers (incl the Athena's internal one) with no problem and just works. Reading any forums and you will see people having problems with getting TomTom working - although a fair proportion of these are pirate copies of TomTom - or people who have just changed device - something that's easy with CP but not with TT!
CP7 will be well worth the wait and hopefully not top long now.
I have not seen iGo - but it does have it's fans, could be worth considering.
For those who haven't seen it yet...http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct.aspx?product=DB4D6BD5-6B99-4E02-9CD0-FD52074A1D91
This is a link to a site selling CoPilot 7 due for release 1st week in October, I think I'll struggle on untill then. I have no local knowlege of the places I'm visiting for work so SatNav is a must, free trafic rerouting is also a definate plus as I already have a data plan. I just hope it's faster than people say 6 was...
On the question of car mount's I've seen the brodit, but do they do a windscreen mount as opposed to a vent mount? I prefere this position (near HUD) as opposed to the device calling your attention down into the car.
Thanks for all your comments.
Martyn
Confucious said:
Suprising, but you are in the US. TomTom in the UK it is generally agreed that the Navteq maps used by CoPilot are far beter than the maps used by TomTom.
CoPilot 7 is a vast improvement over CP6 and works in all resolutions, finds GPS receievers (incl the Athena's internal one) with no problem and just works. Reading any forums and you will see people having problems with getting TomTom working - although a fair proportion of these are pirate copies of TomTom - or people who have just changed device - something that's easy with CP but not with TT!
CP7 will be well worth the wait and hopefully not top long now.
I have not seen iGo - but it does have it's fans, could be worth considering.
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For those who haven't seen it yet...http://www.clove.co.uk/viewProduct.aspx?product=DB4D6BD5-6B99-4E02-9CD0-FD52074A1D91
This is a link to a site selling CoPilot 7 due for release 1st week in October, I think I'll struggle on untill then. I have no local knowlege of the places I'm visiting for work so SatNav is a must, free trafic rerouting is also a definate plus as I already have a data plan. I just hope it's faster than people say 6 was...
On the question of car mount's I've seen the brodit, but do they do a windscreen mount as opposed to a vent mount? I prefere this position (near HUD) as opposed to the device calling your attention down into the car.
Thanks for all your comments.
Martyn
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Re Brodit - IMHO they are the best mounts. They mount in different places in different cars - see their website (Brodit.se). I'm not sure I'd mount an Ameo on the windscreen - I would be worried it wasn't secure enough on a suction mount.
I just looked at the screen shots of copilot 7. It is a lot more beautiful than the previous version, although still not as nice as iGO's. My initial impression, based on the website's description is that Copilot 7 still has a long long way to go before it can catch up with iGO. The key areas are as follows:
1) I don't see anything that says Copilot is able to warn user who exceeds the legal speed limit. If the feature is there, they're not doing a good job advertising it. (Or may be they refrain from mentioning it for legal reasons, as it is prohibited to have such a feature in some countries??)
2) When copilot sees says a red light camera, a warning screen pop up that replaces the map. During those few seconds, you might be at a point that you need the map most. In contrast, iGO has a semi transparent speed sign that lay on the map, so your ability to use the map is unhindered. I see that Copilot 7 has not changed this flawed approach.
3) iGO warns the speed camera and red light camera by beep sound rather than spoken word as in copilot. There is a lot of advantage in IGO's approach, because at that moment iGO might be simultaneously be giving turn instruction. In Copilot's approach, the verbal warning on red light camera may interfer with the turn instruction. That was the case with Copilot 5. Not sure if Copilot 7 has improved on this.
4) iGO would also have a different beep if you are exceeding the speed being monitored by the speed camera. This is regardless of whether or not it issues overspeeding (which is in the mercy of whether speed limit data has been kept for that stretch of road). Copilot 5 won't have this strength. What about Copilot 7??.
I can go on into many other details, but would do that only after trying it out first hand.
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I just looked at the screen shots of copilot 7. It is a lot more beautiful than the previous version, although still not as nice as iGO's. My initial impression, based on the website's description is that Copilot 7 still has a long long way to go before it can catch up with iGO. The key areas are as follows:
1) I don't see anything that says Copilot is able to warn user who exceeds the legal speed limit. If the feature is there, they're not doing a good job advertising it. (Or may be they refrain from mentioning it for legal reasons, as it is prohibited to have such a feature in some countries??)
2) When copilot sees says a red light camera, a warning screen pop up that replaces the map. During those few seconds, you might be at a point that you need the map most. In contrast, iGO has a semi transparent speed sign that lay on the map, so your ability to use the map is unhindered. I see that Copilot 7 has not changed this flawed approach.
3) iGO warns the speed camera and red light camera by beep sound rather than spoken word as in copilot. There is a lot of advantage in IGO's approach, because at that moment iGO might be simultaneously be giving turn instruction. In Copilot's approach, the verbal warning on red light camera may interfer with the turn instruction. That was the case with Copilot 5. Not sure if Copilot 7 has improved on this.
4) iGO would also have a different beep if you are exceeding the speed being monitored by the speed camera. This is regardless of whether or not it issues overspeeding (which is in the mercy of whether speed limit data has been kept for that stretch of road). Copilot 5 won't have this strength. What about Copilot 7??.
I can go on into many other details, but would do that only after trying it out first hand.
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Agreed on all fronts. If only Igo would do traffic, it would be close to perfect!
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Agreed on all fronts. If only Igo would do traffic, it would be close to perfect!
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There is a TMC feature in iGO. Basically, if there is a provider what can provide the data, the software is able to use the traffic information to plan route and recalculate route. I have not used this feature because the company that has started on the traffic management control service project is still not ready to do it yet. What I understand is that traffic data would be broadcast via FM signal to the Athena (that's why there is a built-in FM in our unit), and iGO is able to process and take this into account. But I have to say that I only read about this in the manual, but have not tried it as such broadcasting service is not avaialbe here.
Hope this helps
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There is a TMC feature in iGO. Basically, if there is a provider what can provide the data, the software is able to use the traffic information to plan route and recalculate route. I have not used this feature because the company that has started on the traffic management control service project is still not ready to do it yet. What I understand is that traffic data would be broadcast via FM signal to the Athena (that's why there is a built-in FM in our unit), and iGO is able to process and take this into account. But I have to say that I only read about this in the manual, but have not tried it as such broadcasting service is not avaialbe here.
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I know about thge TMC functions but (a) they're not widely available (b) you would need an external TMC receiver (the Ameo can't deal with this) and (c) they're not as good as the trafficmaster (and similar) data systems we have here. TomTom's (data) traffic system was quite good. Shame!
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There is a TMC feature in iGO. Basically, if there is a provider what can provide the data, the software is able to use the traffic information to plan route and recalculate route. I have not used this feature because the company that has started on the traffic management control service project is still not ready to do it yet. What I understand is that traffic data would be broadcast via FM signal to the Athena (that's why there is a built-in FM in our unit), and iGO is able to process and take this into account. But I have to say that I only read about this in the manual, but have not tried it as such broadcasting service is not avaialbe here.
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could you explain where read about Athena and FM built in?
beginner said:
could you explain where read about Athena and FM built in?
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I have come across a few reports that say Athena has an inbuilt FM receiver and had always assumed that once the TMC service provider is ready I would start using the traffic management feature of my device. But now that you raised the question, I had became curious myself as to whether these reports were accurate. I wish I would locate those webpages, but I don't seem to be able to locate them now.
So, I went and read the service manual to see if anything is mentioned there. Unfortunately, I have to say that the answer is no. The service manual has made no mentioned of FM receiver at all.
With this, I now have to correct my earlier impression and would now assume that these reports were inaccurate. I'm not sure if the service manual is for 7500 only or for both 7500 and 7501. I'm also come across some debate on whether 7501 has an FM radio receiver. I'm pretty sure having come across some debate pointing both ways. However, since I do not have the 7501 manual, I would not raise my hope there.
It would be so nice, so necessary to have FM built in so that we could use the TMC functions. Oh well....
Maps for IGO / MIO
in case that you were not updated with the maps here are the maps for IGO 2006 and MIO
http://www.filefactory.com/f/9eeb0f75e820535d/
Is it possiable to use the Titan as a GPS device? I am taking a road trip in June and am exploring some options. I like Sprint Navigation but want something a bit more robust.
So i was wondering if it's possiable to teather my Titan to my Netbook via either USB/Bluetooth and use the Titan as a GPS receiver and have something like M$ Streets and Trips running on the Netbook? Is this even possiable?
If not i'll just buy the $$ version of Streets & trips which comes with a USB GPS receiver.
Just thought i'd ask.
Thanks!
I personally use Garmin XT on my titan and it is great. I have North America maps loaded.
Also look here (Post #11)for a list of applications.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=423972
jschramm97 said:
Is it possiable to use the Titan as a GPS device? I am taking a road trip in June and am exploring some options. I like Sprint Navigation but want something a bit more robust.
So i was wondering if it's possiable to teather my Titan to my Netbook via either USB/Bluetooth and use the Titan as a GPS receiver and have something like M$ Streets and Trips running on the Netbook? Is this even possiable?
If not i'll just buy the $$ version of Streets & trips which comes with a USB GPS receiver.
Just thought i'd ask.
Thanks!
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See if you can get the streets and trips with out the GPS receiver. If you load a Titan ROM from here then you will unlock the GPS to use it with Streets and Trips software. Or better yet find the TomTom PPC application and buy the map from TomTom. There are lots of apps even a few free ones out there that will run on the Titan phone.
I tried a couple GPS Proxy programs ( GPSGate 2.6, GPSProxy 2.2, GPS2Blue ) that were supposed to route the GPS data to the USB, or Bluetooth.
I only tried these with MapPoint software on my laptop, and I did not have any luck getting a connection. I got frustrated and gave up because I didn't have any real reason to use it other than curiosity.
I still have that "curiosity" though, and I would like to find something that works well.
Google for those names. GPSProxy is available at gpsproxy.sourceforge.net
GPSBlue works for me
GPSBlue, I downloaded it a while back just to see what it would do and after a little playing with it I was able to connect with the laptop and use streets with it and it worked well, actually better than the TripMate USB unit that I use with it normally. Garmin Mobile XT runs on the Titan and works great as well, kinda nice because you have it all in hand.
i vote garmin xt. it is great
I've tried Telenav - not impressed, at least not enough to pay $10 a month.
Can anyone recommend any 3rd party GPS apps that are known to work with the Radar? I've heard Navigon doesn't work because of the lack of compass, but I don't have first hand experience so that statement could be wrong.
Any feedback is appreciated!
try this....
Hi there...
Try "Turn by Turn" Navigation.
It's free/trial, as long as you don't ask for directions...
Y.
Navigon works great and well worth the price. Plus the new version lets you download only the maps you need, taking up only about ~300mb of space.
Because of gps tracking, a compass isn't really needed. The map rotates with each turn I make.
Is gmaps pro worth buying? I came from an hd2 with android to this phone and not being able to find bus directions is a pain
Does anyone know of a navigon trial version. Had copilot7 on my touch hd, stupidly assumed I could install on radar...sadly mango is not best supported os, and most devs now concentrating on iPhone and android....grrrr. Still an iPhone hater and love windows, so need a new choice. Also heard that navigon doesn't work on radar coz of lack of compass, but is shown as supported on navigon website...just want to check it out b4 I commit to buy, as UK version is staggering £72 :-/
Anyone try Garmin?
carmonkeyboy said:
Does anyone know of a navigon trial version. Had copilot7 on my touch hd, stupidly assumed I could install on radar...sadly mango is not best supported os, and most devs now concentrating on iPhone and android....grrrr. Still an iPhone hater and love windows, so need a new choice. Also heard that navigon doesn't work on radar coz of lack of compass, but is shown as supported on navigon website...just want to check it out b4 I commit to buy, as UK version is staggering £72 :-/
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Hmm, weird. I thought I replied to this thread already but I guess not, hah.
I can confirm that Navigon works wonderfully on the Radar, even without the digital compass. It tracks awesomely and quickly and when I turn in the car, it's able to detect via gps that I'm turning as well, and the navigation is seamless.
I also believe there is a Navigon trial, but it's only a simulation to play with routes and stuff and you can't actually use it to navigate.
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Anyone try Garmin?
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Have tried and own Garmin.. in some ways wish I would have gone with Navigon, but Garmin has been doing some updates..... aside from letting me download maps while on my wifi... The app is fantastic. The new update is slick. It looks to me like Garmin is developing on WP7 and that is a huge bonus... not just a token effort then poof they are gone like Intuit.
HTC Locations is now a full GPS app
Ok guys, here's some fresh news: HTC Locations was upgraded today to a full GPS navigation software. It includes downloadable maps of all countries, offline routing, turn by turn voice navigation in any language, speed cameras, points of interest, etc. So go ahead, upgrade and give it a try!
Having used all available GPS software (navigon, nokia drive, turn by turn, garmin etc) i must say i'm impressed with this one. This is the only GPS navigation software so far that planned some known routes exactly as i would plan them. I checked it out with Data turned off and it seems to plan routes and navigate 100% offline.
The only thing that seems to be missing, at least in my language, is Text To Speech. Also, voice navigation and speed cameras are subscription-based. They will be free for the first month and then you will be required to purchase them.
Yes! It works great, but we got one bad thing - one month trial....
How do you install Navigon to HTC Radar...does it have to be sideloaded to dev unlocked phone....cos i have been reading all about that, and have to say....woah...I think having just shelled out 500 for the phone, i would have expected to at least be able to do more than sync with Zune, and be forced to use live services. Perhaps I should have researched the platform more before buying. Just assumed it would be as good as all the other winmo devices that i have had
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How do you install Navigon to HTC Radar...does it have to be sideloaded to dev unlocked phone
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You buy it from the marketplace. Anything else is stealing.
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all the other winmo devices that i have had
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Your Radar is not a "winmo device" and experiences you had with Windows Mobile should not be expected to inform Windows Phone ones.
Stealing
You miss my point.
I downloaded the navigon trial, 30 day, It says it has to be placed on memory card etc.
Downside....no memory card on Radar so, my question stands, how do you install it on HTC Radar?
I have no problem paying for decent sat nav for Radar....I had Co-Pilot on my HTC Touch Hd, and that was good. From what I have seen of Navigon, looks good also, but want to try before I spen £72 on it.
GPSOn turn by turn is fine, nice features with turn reminders flashing etc, but a 24 hour trial is hardly enough to determine whether it is worth £30.
My job requires daily driving all over the UK, and I just want to be able to put in postcode or address and forget it.
for $4 turn by is the best it also has satalite veiw
Have tried Navigon, Turn by Turn and HTC Locations.
The best one imo is HTC Locations IIRC ~29$ for life
+1 for htc locations