I apologize for being new to this, but how do you use the GPS? All I see is an app that just downloads the position setting?
Would the GPS app work around the world (map wise).?
GPS is used in applications like Google Maps or navigation software like TomTom or Navigon.
For example, start Google Maps and set "Activate GPS" inside the application. Then, your exact postition will be shown on the google map.
Be carefull: gps does not work inside of buildings.
So I need to install google maps on the HD?
stzd8 said:
So I need to install google maps on the HD?
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yes
it may sound simple...but it really is simple
stzd8 said:
So I need to install google maps on the HD?
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On my HD, google maps was a pre-installed default application.. i did not have to install it..
Hi
Sorry if this has been discussed, but I couldn't find anything.
I'm interested in buying an Optimus One and I would really like to know what GPS software can I install, because GoogleMaps is not an option where there's no 3G signal...
Is iGO available for Android?
I'm really new in Andoid stuff, just got rid of my good-for-nothing Nokia 5230 (Symbian really sucks, the only good thing in it was the OviMaps app).
I ude ndrive..it cost $ but the ui turn by turn a like alot.
hello 22VIN ,
on my optimus one, I have installed iGO My Way 8.4.2.13242 and Sygic Aura. both of them is working very well no need 3G, just GPS enabled. the gps receiver itself is very fast , sensitive & accurate. I recommend it.
Try Copilot or Navigon.
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hello 22VIN ,
on my optimus one, I have installed iGO My Way 8.4.2.13242 and Sygic Aura. both of them is working very well no need 3G, just GPS enabled. the gps receiver itself is very fast , sensitive & accurate. I recommend it.
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If iGO works this is the best solution for me, because iGO has a very complete map of Romania (this I know for sure, I don't know anything about the other software) and I am very familiar to the interface.
3G is useful for A-GPS, because you can get a position lock in a few seconds, but if you say the receiver is fast, then it's ok.
Thanks for the answers
No, just use the new google maps 5.0. Has offline caching now.
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No, just use the new google maps 5.0. Has offline caching now.
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That means the maps are stored in the phone permantently?
Ndrive
The Indian phones come with Ndrive maps .. The have preloaded india maps of disk size around 140 MB
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That means the maps are stored in the phone permantently?
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Yeah. But still isn't as good as iGO. Which does have an Android version, just as mr_ace_sk said. I'm using v8.4.2.124036 with maps from July 2010 on my LG P500. I'm pleased with this combination.
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The Indian phones come with Ndrive maps .. The have preloaded india maps of disk size around 140 MB
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Can you post that .apk here ? I flashed with prime and when i download ndrive from market, it says not compatible maps which were provided by lg.
Thanks.
the best apps:
1.Ndrive >> updated and very accurate!
2.iGO my way >> very handy for point of interests and places
3. Google map v 5.0 have offline cache now!
I have tested sygic aura 2.1.2.20021 with maps 1/1/2011 ta it's very good bat it haven't Point of interest personalized i have tested also sygic mobile 8.22 with maps 2010.09 TA it's very very good and you can add point of interest
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Can you post that .apk here ? I flashed with prime and when i download ndrive from market, it says not compatible maps which were provided by lg.
Thanks.
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Here you go... Sorry for the delayed reply... This one is not the orignal one.. But its good.. You can use the 240MB India premium maps with this
And here is the original.
I use OruxMaps for the very reason that it supports full offline use. You prepare a map on the PC using mobile atlas creator (aka download maps from google maps or any provider, then create a file you can use on OruxMaps).
1. OruxMaps http://www.oruxmaps.com/index_en.html
2. MobAc http://mobac.dnsalias.org/
Downloaded my city's entire map from layers 16 - 18 xD I have never accessed the internet with my phone using OruxMaps for GPS stuff, and I have never manually cached stuff using the phone
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Here you go... Sorry for the delayed reply... This one is not the orignal one.. But its good.. You can use the 240MB India premium maps with this
And here is the original.
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If i see warez again in this thread i will close it for good.
Please don't forget the forum rules.
Cheers
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The Indian phones come with Ndrive maps .. The have preloaded india maps of disk size around 140 MB
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That would be great. MEans no data connection or GPS required.
I plan to buy one in the next couple of days.
I was wondering, can I still use those maps if I switch to FLIGHT MODE? Or for initial fix A-GPS is a must.
I ask this question because many entry level phones have very poor GPS antenna, which means getting a cold fix without A-GPS can take 15-20 minutes, if not more.
Yes.. You can ...
Need india map file for ndrive
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btw i am using google maps navigation feature it's 98% acurate
Are there besides Google Maps, other navigation apps that run good on Honeycomb tablet? I'm thinking of Sygic, Ndrive, Navigon, ...
tia
H.D
The updated NAVIGON-app has Honeycomb-support build in, I think ...
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There is thread exists about Navigation apps already:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1070484
I using NavDroid app (~$7).
uses OpenMap.
Not as good, as Google Map, but works completely offline.
Co-Pilot was crashing on me all the time.
Hello,
I've rooted my Wildfire and as I'm not in US, I've uninstalled the original Maps app and replaced it with the hacked version of Maps 5.7 that has unlocked navigation (also so that I don't have 2 Maps apps on my phone). However, now all apps (including maps) cannot find the location using the network location mechanism, only if I turn on GPS, then the location can be found (I also need to be outside for the GPS to work, but that is normal). Using the location via the mobile network doesn't work at all. Is there a fix for this, or do I somehow need to reinstall the original maps? I use the stock HTC froyo ROM.
Thanks a lot.
Cheers...
I also use the hacked maps, but network based locations works well. Anyway i downgraded to a lower maps version because the fonts in newer versions are not very clear on my wildfire.
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Unfortunately all apps like glympse, runtastic, endomondo ...needs access to google maps that doesn´t work on my ROM. Therefore I am looking for an app like glympse that doesn´t need maps (like navigon does not need maps).
The same problem with tasker that I cannot install either.
Anybody an idea?
Try Waze, its a fantastic satnav app, that doesnt need maps. Linkable with foursquare and facebook (if you wish) and u can calculate the fastest way to ur destination by avoiding heavy traffic! (With help of other waze users)
Great navigator!
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