GPS Obsessed - Latest Comments

Re: Navisurfer II: Get Rid Of The Car Radio And Stick a GPS-Enabled PC In Your Dash

Mark — Sat, 04 Jul 2009 01:46:52 -0000

Very cool innovating product, I plan to use in my mobile franchise business.

Re: Apple’s Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard completely and totally location aware

Liberty For ALL! — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 19:20:37 -0000

I don't see why we can't just add CoreLocation to 10.5.x today... :-(

Re: AIM for iPhone updated, lets you share your location with friends

fdyson — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:05:10 -0000

is there a way to get this information via the XML api?

Re: LG Viewty II GC900 caught on camera with AGPS

lg gc 900 — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 03:13:14 -0000

it;s rocking it 's camera is amazing

Re: Report indicates 32 GB iPhone, 3G iPhone for emerging markets coming in June

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Re: Nokia’s unofficial response to the Nokia 5800 NAM issues

venkat20 — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 07:18:28 -0000

Nice Nokia 5800 Express Mobile..I am using the Mobile as said in the article all the features are attractive fine Nice to read ..i am using the Unlocked Mobile..Nice To use ...

Re: San Francisco restaurant takes 1-star Yelp review, makes wear-to-work T-shirt

Frank — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:49:27 -0000

Nice response. I might even eat there when I'm next in the neighborhood.

Re: TomTom Jumps On The 3G iPhone Application Bandwagon

Axel — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 02:59:39 -0000

but we’re venturing a guess that it’ll be some time this summer...

Good guess... :-)

Re: Koi fish thieves using Google Earth to pick targets?

paulmwatson — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:36:31 -0000

Couldn't crooks use old fashioned methods like paying off Khoi equipment suppliers to provide addresses?

Re: Rumor: Verizon Wireless Unlocked GPS On Blackberry Curve 8330, Pearl 8130

Kim — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:22:14 -0000

I believe its true. My Verizon 8330 GPS works great with Blackberry Maps. It only triangulates a location with Google Maps, though.

Re: Yelp accused of blackmail, extortion, compared to the Mafia

Bill — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 18:31:03 -0000

They called my hotel once and got me (at the Front Desk). When I told them the General Manager is not available to speak with them, the woman on the phone said, "Please let her know we'd like to talk with her about the reviews of your hotel on Yelp," or something very similar to that. It felt like a threat (or a shakedown).

Re: Having Trouble With Garmin’s 4.3 Firmware Update?

doug r — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 15:51:43 -0000

Since I updated my firmware earlier this week, I've been having some trouble with the map if I don't have a destination programmed in. It keeps zooming out to 1.2 km scale which of course doesn't show all the local roads. Truly annoying in medium sized towns.

Re: Make your website location-aware with Skyhook’s Loki plug-in

local search directory — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 11:40:31 -0000

I think we might be able to benefit from this plugin as we are in the process of relaunching our local marketing service, to take advantage of the local hyper search space. Watch this space. http://www.pointlocal.com

Re: Pharos Traveler 127 unlocked GPS-focused handset reviewed: Fails

Private Person — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 23:26:46 -0000

I have tested several gps phones . Traveller is my next and I think I will be happy . As for gpssoftware on this one I wont use it at all , it is installed there so you have to pay more for it . Did you read requirements for this GPS software ?? That phone is on the way to me now and I allready know that I will not use its GPS software . I have garmin XT . As for dialing number , why wold you ? Just install vocie command and you are set . Or loose some weight and your fingers will be skinnier and you'll be able to dial ;o)

Re: Is this the HTC Hero, aka Dream 2, aka G2…on video?

coolfx35 — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 12:45:52 -0000

I'm not going to compare it to the iPhone because they are very different animals, all I have to say is that Android's community support is phenomenal, it's the reason I got the G1 and so far I'm stoked with the way things are going.

The phone/OS hasn't been out for a year and look where we are at already; almost every user/community request has been answered or is being worked on; either officially or by the community itself, the point is that it's a huge open source success.

happy to see a phone like the HTC Hero coming to the U.S. Market, already found forum for it at http://www.HTC-Hero.com let's get some discussions going guys.

Re: JVC debuts KW-NT1 in-dash navigation system, upgraded KW-NX7000BT

sciolist — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 04:03:18 -0000

This is my JVC KW-NT1 GPS navigation REVIEW -- written on June 26, 2009.

First off guys, This is my very first review, so I apologize in advance if I missed anything.

Crutchfield.com has good detailed specs including their own review under the "HANDS-ON RESEARCH" tab. So please check that out if you haven't researched this model yet.

I am not affiliated with them, but they have a good website. If only they could be more competitive with their prices...

http://www.crutchfield.com/p_105KWNT1/JVC-Arsen...

I have this unit for a TOYOTA CAMRY '06 and I was like everyone else when I was trying to decide which model to buy. There were NO reviews online ANYWHERE other than the video reviews from Sonic Electronix and Crutchfield (but they both did an okay job).

I am satisfied with my purchase. I bought it mid June 2009 for $675 plus tax. You can get one on ebay for ~$700 w/o tax.

The screen is nice, but when it is really sunny outside, the DVD video seems washed out because of the touchscreen layer. The GPS, radio, and ipod/iphone screens look fine. It's just the DVD playback that is not bright enough under extreme sunlight. When the sun is a bit more forgiving, like during sunset, the brightness is fine. And when your car is under any shade, the brightness is fine. Overall, the resolution and colors look good and the brightness adjusts to your headlights.

On other notes... The left side controls are touch sensitive, not physical PUSH buttons.

If you have a USB cord connected to the front, it'll block some of the screen view, depending on the height of the unit.

The bluetooth function works great with the iphone. Fast and responsive.

GPS options include 2D and 3D angle views. Includes useful Points of Interest (POI) locations with phone numbers you can easily dial to over bluetooth.

I have not installed HD radio, Satelite radio, or a Rear view camera.... So I can't comment on that.

I did not install this unit myself... .... So I also can't comment on that.

If you decide to keep your steering wheel controls, you'll have to buy a separate module. Using it will take some getting used to. --- This is NOT the fault of JVC, but of the makers of the steering wheel controls module/adapter. The steering wheel control module is a little slow for the volume control. Instead of a light push or tap of the steering wheel buttons, you'll have to give is a medium/hard push. Or you can hold the button down, but then the volume increases rapidly until you release the button.

Pros:
--Detachable faceplate - for added security. Includes soft case pouch for faceplate.
--Easy slot loading disc access - No motorized CD/DVD tilt (my personal preference).
--Works with iphone. Fast load times. Takes under 10 seconds to load.
--Fast GPS. Fast SD card reads. Fast iphone controls. Fast CD/DVD reads.
--FRONT AV and USB ports - USB charges the iphone while being able to use.
--Reads burned CD and DVD+R discs.
--Allows album art from iphone and SD cards.
--GPS reads out street names. GPS shows split screen detailed turns and directions. Has GPS voice lane guidance ("get on the left lane" , "prepare to turn left", etc.)
--Can listen to music while being directed by the GPS navigation voice
--Can play audio books at normal and above average speeds.
--Has a simple adjustable equalizer settings
--Reads my Sandisk 16GB (class 2) SD memory card - this is not official by JVC though

Cons:
--No volume knob.
--Low brightness in DVD video playback under extremely sunny days. --Doesn't automatically tag song or band names from the RADIO.
--No real time traffic GPS updates.
--No video playback from an SD card.
--No button color light choices (a choice of blue, green, or red would have been nice). No screensaver choices or customizable menus.
--Removing the faceplate takes getting used to. Not a big deal...
--I had problems updating the firmware software through the SD card slot
--must remove faceplate to access SD card slot
--must keep SD card in the slot if you plan on adding your own customizable Points of Interest (POI) locations.
--Speed limits are not always displayed... depends on your city

Overall, I really like the unit. This is my first GPS in-dash unit. I would recommend it. Do not pay retail prices for this model or any model. I would try calling different local car audio installation shops and see if they have it in stock. Places like Walmart, Crutchfield, and Sonic Electronix overcharge! This model is not available at Best Buy, Frys, or Mobile One.

I give it a 9 out of 10. A+

The overriding decision for me to buy it was:
-- IPHONE compatible
-- built-in Bluetooth
-- fast loading times (music, GPS, startup time)
-- DETACHABLE FACEPLATE
-- no motorized CD tilt mechanism
-- front USB input

I hope this helps!

Re: $1.99 Trails iPhone App More Acccurate Than $200 Garmin Edge 305

Peter Piper — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 21:17:23 -0000

So what you're saying is the £750GBP iPhone is more accurate than the £150 Edge 205?

NO SHIT SHERLOCK!!!!

Of course, what would be interesting is if you compared it with a £375 GPS tracking device. I'd expect that to perform at least as well, because Apple is notorious for charging twice as much as it's competitors for the same technology.

Re: Driving while GPS’ing to go the way of chatting and texting: Banned

facebook-535396922 — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 20:30:59 -0000

I'm tired of banning specific things while driving. It's always someone's pet peeve, too. I believe the current statistics rank cell phones as the 4th or 5th most common accident-causing distraction well after things like passengers, music, radio and air conditioning adjustments, and food.

So, either leave reckless driving judgements up to traffic officers or start at the top of the list, not at the behavior that bugs you personally.

Re: Mio’s Navman Spirit TV V505, V735 Freeview streaming GPS systems coming to the UK

Ja — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:53:04 -0000

Mam taki

Re: Jews can pray the right way: iPhone Siddur with Mizrach Compass

rustybrick — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:36:48 -0000

Thanks for the blog post! We also do have a kosher app, which totally rocks, more on that at http://www.rustybrick.com/iphone-kosher.php

Re: HTC Touch Diamond With GPS Officially Launched Today

Gale Mayer — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 02:31:07 -0000

It is compact! But for a rich featured smart phone how long can a 900mAh battery stand by?

Re: T-Mobile myTouch 3G with Google becomes carrier’s second Android smartphone

coolfx35 — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 19:06:52 -0000

I for one am very excited to get myTouch3G. I've been using an unlocked iPhone on T-Mobile for a while now.

I like T-Mobile's network where I live and the call quality is excellent. I've been testing their 3G network out here in LA and I like what I see. They don't have 80 million users clogging up the network so at least in my area it's all mine for the taking. ;-) No complaints here!

I text and email a lot for my business. Using a virtual keyboard is good for quick stuff, like searches. An actual keyboard is a must. If only the MyTouch had a slide out keyboard. It would be awesome.

I would have preferred a 3.5 mm jack, but when I stop and think about how many times I'd need it it's really a moot point. I use my Nano for music and a BT headset for calls while driving.

Discuss more about this phone at http://www.myTouch3GForum.com, I usually hangs out there.

Re: Homer Simpson voice skin for TomTom GPS

Ahmad — Sat, 20 Jun 2009 09:37:59 -0000

wow.. homer in my tomtom? i think it will be great !!!
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Re: MSN Direct-compatible Garmin nuvi GPS units get Google Maps integration

Emily — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 13:46:42 -0000

I think this is great! I love Google Maps - so easy to use.

Re: LG Arena now official

silicone cases — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 11:25:27 -0000

Korean cell phone always have a nice shape, but quality is not so well