smart phone sat nav - Page 2

Spirit Man · Feb 13th, 2011, 13:19

Use Copilot Live 8 on a Desire (Froyo 2.2 ver. 2.29.405.5) and works very well. It's as good as any of the dedicated sat nav's.

micrarach · Feb 13th, 2011, 16:12

I didn't realise there were Sat Nav apps for androids! I will definitely be checking out for my htc! The other half takes the Garmin all the time and I have nothing to guide me!

940SportsEdition · Feb 13th, 2011, 16:21

I use copilot V8 on both my desire and desireHD but also use google maps which is very good now as it can cache maps. I also have the built in navigation that comes on the desireHD which is also very good.

Overall I think copilot wins but only just. Been looking into sygic as well, and at the price they are doing it at currently it is a bargin.

As most dedicated sat navs cost £100 and upwards, to be able to have access to several different ones on a large 4.3'' screen for less than £60 and everything else that comes with a modern android HTC device, is a major plus.

Anadinolin · Feb 15th, 2011, 15:21

guys! Google is free and it has sat-nav capabilities! Just download the patch from androind market for android phones

Sent from my htc hd2 android hack

240 · Feb 15th, 2011, 15:48

google uses your internet connection wheras the others use gps which is much better, and if you loose phone signal you dont loose your sat nav!!

CTCNetwork · Feb 15th, 2011, 17:46

Hi,

Quote:

Originally Posted by Anadinolin

guys! Google is free and it has sat-nav capabilities! Just download the patch from androind market for android phones

Sent from my htc hd2 android hack

As mentioned you need an active data connection for google maps. That's Ok if you're in the Uk on a Uk contract that includes a data allowance (500mb+ I hope!).
Soon as you travel to the Eu though you are shafted! Hence the preference for an off-line type of GPS/navigation package.

Will be sticking to Navdroid in europe this year.

Des. . .

y2blade · Feb 15th, 2011, 18:01

I have OVI map on mine

completely free, full voice guidance sat nav for your phone

...I've not touched my tom tom since getting it

Spirit Man · Feb 15th, 2011, 20:41

Google map navigation is a very good system especially now it caches the map tiles (In Froyo 2.2) ie. it stores the map tiles you have looked at (and only at that magnification). You need a data connection to calculate your route, recalculate your route or zoom in on the map. The downfall is if you try to use it where there is no data connection availible and then you're stuffed. There are still large area's without data coverage. Much better having all the maps stored on the device as in Copilot then all you need is the GPS signal and you're on your way regardless how remote the spot you are in.

markmchugh · Feb 15th, 2011, 21:54

iphone 4

Feb 13th, 2011, 16:21	#13
940SportsEdition From sweden with love Last Online: Oct 23rd, 2016 00:52 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Brampton	I use copilot V8 on both my desire and desireHD but also use google maps which is very good now as it can cache maps. I also have the built in navigation that comes on the desireHD which is also very good. Overall I think copilot wins but only just. Been looking into sygic as well, and at the price they are doing it at currently it is a bargin. As most dedicated sat navs cost £100 and upwards, to be able to have access to several different ones on a large 4.3'' screen for less than £60 and everything else that comes with a modern android HTC device, is a major plus. __________________ [URL=http://www.mybannermaker.com][/URL V40 1.9T4, V40 1.8 xs Previous car 940 Sports Edition, Graphite galaxy's, turbo plus kit, roof bars, dog guard, load cover, load tray, seven seats.

Feb 15th, 2011, 15:21	#14
Anadinolin VOC Member Last Online: Jun 20th, 2022 14:32 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Upminster View Photos By: Anadinolin	guys! Google is free and it has sat-nav capabilities! Just download the patch from androind market for android phones Sent from my htc hd2 android hack __________________ what good music deserves is full deep bass to give it warmth. the stock volvo sub works....just at high volumes Drum n Bass and dubstep

Feb 15th, 2011, 15:48	#15
240 BOB MY BIG OLD BUS Last Online: Jan 15th, 2014 01:06 Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: NORTH EAST	google uses your internet connection wheras the others use gps which is much better, and if you loose phone signal you dont loose your sat nav!! __________________ ~ Never, ever, argue with an idiot. They'll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience ~

Feb 13th, 2011, 13:19	#11
Spirit Man Junior Member Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2024 22:16 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Fife	Use Copilot Live 8 on a Desire (Froyo 2.2 ver. 2.29.405.5) and works very well. It's as good as any of the dedicated sat nav's.

Feb 13th, 2011, 16:12	#12
micrarach Junior Member Last Online: Mar 4th, 2011 13:49 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Glasgow	I didn't realise there were Sat Nav apps for androids! I will definitely be checking out for my htc! The other half takes the Garmin all the time and I have nothing to guide me!

Feb 15th, 2011, 18:01	#17
y2blade Premier Member Last Online: Jul 29th, 2021 08:28 Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: The Shire	I have OVI map on mine completely free, full voice guidance sat nav for your phone ...I've not touched my tom tom since getting it

Feb 15th, 2011, 20:41	#18
Spirit Man Junior Member Last Online: Apr 22nd, 2024 22:16 Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Fife	Google map navigation is a very good system especially now it caches the map tiles (In Froyo 2.2) ie. it stores the map tiles you have looked at (and only at that magnification). You need a data connection to calculate your route, recalculate your route or zoom in on the map. The downfall is if you try to use it where there is no data connection availible and then you're stuffed. There are still large area's without data coverage. Much better having all the maps stored on the device as in Copilot then all you need is the GPS signal and you're on your way regardless how remote the spot you are in.

Feb 15th, 2011, 21:54	#19
markmchugh New Member Last Online: Feb 17th, 2011 18:53 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: STRABANE	iphone 4

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