iPhone GPS

I was just wondering if anyone else if having trouble with their GPS on their phones. I have an iPhone 3GS with NAVIGON GPS. There are times when my phone does not receive a GPS signal for long stretches of time. Fortunately, I had my stand-alone GPS unit with me which never lost the GPS signal. Is this common with the iPhone? Does anyone else have NAVIGON who is experiencing this problem? If you have another App like Tom-Tom or Magellon are you having this problem? I even reset my phone while I was driving and it still did not pick up a GPS signal.

I just downloaded Navigon and will use it this weekend. Thanks for the heads up. I'll let you know if I have any trouble!

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Most (or all) cell phones get the map info for the their GPS from the internet. In other words, the phone has the gps but the maps are accessed thru 3g or WiFi. Consequently if there is no phone service then the mapping wont work.

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The Navigon software includes on-device maps.

Take a look at this FAQ from the Navigon site:

http://www.navigon.com/portal/int/kundenservice/faq.html?id=11203&content_identi\
fier=faq&page=1&faqTopic=iphone

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The TomTom app puts the whole database on the device. Takes up about 1gb but much faster & not dependent on 3G coverage.

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Give us a little more info.

Did you lose the map or the location indicator?
What is the vehicle?
Where was it mounted?
In a case or not?
What model of iPhone?

Remember that the GPS signal reception in the iPhone is probably not as strong as the standalone. Some of the car kits have a second GPS antenna to boost the signal.

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I got a red bar across the top of the screen (using NAVIGON GPS), the map is frozen, and it doesn't do anything.

I have the iPhone 3GS that is plugged in to a FM transmitter on the dash of my 2001 Dodge Van. The phone is not in a case and even when I unplugged it and held it close to the window there was still no GPS signal.

It even happens when I am just holding the phone outside while not driving.

The NAVIGON website said they have been having problems when you run NAVIGON in the background and then come back to it.

The program has been losing the GPS signal, and they have hopefully fixed the bug with the new release 1.8.2. I just downloaded it so I will try it and give this site an update.

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Does the iPhone show the correct location in Google maps?

I have found that when an app does not perform correctly, that removing the app from the iPhone and reinstalling from iTunes fixes the problem. I did have the GPS quit working when I had an iPhone 3GS. I restored the phone and it started working again.

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I did try a restore on the phone and that didn't work either but I think the new release may solve the problems I mentioned.

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I use GPS Drive from Motion X. It was $.99, and I've bought the voice add-on. The only problem I've ever faced wasa one time iPhone crash that lasted almost 10 minutes. Because I was on my way out of town for several days, and I absolutely needed my phone and its GPS, that was an extremely long 10 minutes of near-panicky problem solving. Then suddenly the phone restored both itself and my trust in Apple.

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That situation happened to me much more when I used to use navigation software on a Palm PDA and it was nerve wracking when you worried if you went the wrong way.

GPS Tracker

What good program for tracking my day? I'm a contractor on the road, and sometimes I need assistance. If only I could remember where I was on thursday?

Cyclemeter does all that and more. You can set it to auto sync with your calendar And add notes as you go along. Don't be put off by the name- it's not just for bikes. Cheap and very easy to use, I've been using over a year and had no problems at all

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Also GPS MotionX

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I would assume you mean Cyclemeter GPS at $5 and not the free Japanese Cyclemeter with the plastic in the bicycle spokes.

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Yes. Sorry my mistake, I didn't realise there was another app with such similar name. You're quite right - I did mean Cyclemeter GPS. the one from Abvio. I use it all the time, and the support is excellent if you have any questions.

iPhone 4 GPS in another country

Apple iPhone - iPhone 4 GPS in another country

I am planning a trip to Europe and plan on not using the iPhone for communications, but just for GPS. There is an app for GeoTagging photos. but it needs the GPS. Will I get charged for data at the extra high rates?

iPhone GPS
GPS doesn't use your data connection - just make sure you turn "Cellular Data" off in the Settings > Network

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If you turn "Cellular Data" OFF in Settings - General, you should still be able to use the GPS, although applications that download maps could not.

If you are concerned about preventing voice usage as well, it might be easier to just remove the SIM card (if you're AT&T, but not if you're Verizon).

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OK thank you both, I will turn off data. is there a way to turn off the cell part without removing the SIM card?

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In general, yes; for you, no.

Turning Airplane Mode ON turns off the cellular radio completely, but it also turns off GPS....

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Turn off cell data so you don´t pay charges, WI-FI still works for download map data, surfing, skype....

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WiFi may be good for downloading the maps while in town, but in between where there is no WiFi, you will only see a grey grid with a pin stuck into it. Most of the GPS app do not download the maps to the phone, but rely on a cellular Data/WiFi connection. There is one app that does download the maps to the phone, but I do not remember the name.

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MotionX GPS Drive can pre-load maps to memory.

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Not to be a contrarian, but when I took my AT&T iPhone 4 to Rome and Egypt last fall, I simply turned off Data Roaming (as instructed by AT&T). This prevents any web browsing, email, or apps' access to the Internet.

However, I left the Cellular Data switched on so I could still send & receive texts. I had paid AT&T $10 in advance for up to 50 texts ("Global Messaging 50"), leaving me some communication ability without extra-high voice charges. Each message over 50 costs $0.40, but I personally used only about 25 texts in the 2 weeks I was away.

I also spent $25 for 20 MB Data Global Add-on so I could briefly switch Data Roaming on and check email or load a map or two while away from WiFi. AT&T promised to refund the cost if I didn't use it. But even in the hotels, WiFi in Egypt proved to be spotty, and I ended up glad I had a lower cost backup plan. To monitor your use, reset your usage statistics in the "Settings" app while in the plane on your way to Europe.

And by the way, using the Skype app when WiFi was available allowed local or global voice communication for pennies.

Navigon navigation software

Apple iPhone - Navigon navigation software

Has anyone experience with this application?
Feedback?

iPhone GPS
I'm a vision impaired iPhone user and most VIP's use Navigon as it gives turning info in plenty of time before the turn. (Yes you read that correctly - most blind people with an iPhone use Navigon - you didn't know your iPhone had speech on it, or magnification? Have a look in Settings > General > Accessibility)

VIP's are also using TomTom but that tends to give the intended info on or after the turn - this could be due to the speed being too slow I suppose.

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I knew that....
What I didn't know is that most blind people drive....

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Well actually a lot of blind people like to check their driver is taking the right route! Lol But seriously Navigon can be used for walking as well.

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I love the Navigon app. it has completely replaced my TomTom device in my car. It is great. Accurate. Good graphics. Easy to use. It even tells you the local speed limit! I bought it last summer when it went on sale.

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does it announce speed cameras?

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Why didn't you just get the TomTom app then? I think TomTom app is better than Navigon app.

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Navigon is a very good application. But the price is very high!!!!

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I disagree.

The price for Navigon (or TomTom, for that matter), is quite inexpensive for a fully functional GPS unit. Free-standing ones of comparable quality sell for 3-5 times the price.

App, maps nearby contacts

Apple iPhone - app that maps your nearby contacts

Is there any app that will map my nearby contacts?

To elaborate on what I mean: I open an app on the iPhone, it locates me, then looks at my contacts and shows my location on a map and shows those of my contacts that are near my current location on the map.

iPhone Apps
Google latitude works well to see where your friends are. They also have to have Latitude and give you permission to see their location.

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I mean it is the addresses in the iPhone Contacts app that I would like to see on a map nearby my current location. Stores, restaurants, people, companies, whatever.

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That would be great but personal contacts don't stay in the same location like businesses do.

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There used to be one for Android. Should be out for Iphone any day. The logic it uses is GPS co-ordinates of online users are uoloaded in any case as cell address by mobile service operators. If your contact list has mobile numbers then they can be checked if they are in the same or adjoing cells, provided the cell copanies share that info. For same cell company it is very easy.

iPhone GPS

Apple iPhone - iPhone GPS

Hi everyone, I'm new new to the iPhone and smart phones in general, I went to AT&T and ordered an iPhone 3. The first thing I want to learn is about the iPhone GPS. I have a Garmin GPS and the last time I went to Chicago I used my Garmin and it worked fine until I got deep downtown and lost the satellite signal in the maze of buildings and caught hell til I finally got one.I was told by a friend that his iPhone didn't have this problem there because it also works off cell phone towers. I can see how this is possible,the problem is there are several different apps for this, from free on up and I don't know which one is best for this kind of situation, I don't want to pay top dollar when a lesser app will do.

iPhone GPS
The built in maps app is free and works just fine.

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But consumes data like anything.

Unless you are on unlimited data plan, try to be conservative with its usage.

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You can save a lot of data by choosing "Map" instead of "Satellite" for the display. "Satellite" is pretty, and useful in many situations, but takes a _lot_ of downloaded pixels.

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Also, whether using the cell system to download maps continuously or just using the GPS receiver continuously runs your battery down FAST. You will need some sort of a connection to the cars auxiliary power for anything more than a pretty short trip.

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> I went to AT&T and ordered an iPhone 3. The first thing I want to learn is about the iPhone GPS.

Presumably a 3GS

> I have a Garmin GPS and the last time I went to Chicago I used my Garmin and
it worked fine until I got deep downtown and lost the satellite signal in the
maze of buildings and caught hell til I finally got one.

I have had GPS units for about 13 years. 2 different Garmins, and 2 different built-ins.

I haven't had the problem you describe, even on Lower Wacker Drive.

> I was told by a friend that his iPhone didn't have this problem there because it also works off cell phone towers.

For just over 1 year, I have had the TomTom (USA & Canada) App, and this is now my only GPS unit. My Garmin Nuvi lives in my wife's car.

This App is one of the expensive ones, but the reason is that you are purchasing complete maps of all of North America (excluding Central America), along with point of interest. That makes it about 1.5 GB.

> I can see how this is possible,the problem is there are several different apps for this, from free on up and I don't know which one is best for this kind of situation, I don't want to pay top dollar when a lesser app will do.

I also have some good but inexpensive Apps, like MotionX GPS, which download maps over the Wifi or cellular network as needed.

As for location by cell tower, well, it's nowhere near as accurate as a GPS fix.

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That is a good review for Tom Tom. Even if I don't know Lower Waker Drive.

I used to hate flying into Minneapolis, because the car rental garage is on like the second floor of a 5 story parking structure. I would be all the way out the the highway intersection that I need to make a choice at before the GPS would get a satellite fix. That is why you can't rely strictly on GPS. And I couldn't get a fix, circling the airport, because the sky is obstructed.

If I hadn't changed 2 time zones on the flight in, it usually acquires the satellites faster.

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Inrix has a great maps / traffic application. Beat the Traffic is another one, I think written by KHOU Houston but it works in other cities, I've tested it in Los Angeles and Dallas, doesn't skip a beat and even links traffic cameras. Mapquest is also a free program, as is Google Earth. I've got a folder with all of them sometimes one traffic application will pick up a wreck the others don't have yet. Amazing for free apps!

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Here is my experience with Apple's Maps, and is similar with other apps that do not install the maps on the phone.

I was driving up the Pacific Coast and found several areas where I was in a cut through a hill with stone on either side, or in the bottom of a valley. I had no cell signal, but I did have a clear view of the sky, or at least enough to continue GPS reception.

What I saw on the screen was a dot for my location and a pin for the next POI on top of a grey grid for a map. The app lost cell reception and so it could not get the portion of the map I needed. Being that I was on a windy road in the hills, I could not see the next turn on the map that I needed to take.

I was also running my Garmin nuvi 360 along side the iPhone and the map and my location were both shown.

The canyons of any big city may play havoc with cell or GPS reception.

I used to travel for work to "wide spots in the road" and farmer's fields where there was no cell reception, so for me, I prefer an app that loads the maps to the phones, because in those situations, I usually have good GPS reception. Either way it is nice to have a paper map at hand at least for an overview. You can usually pick up a one-page overview map at a convenience store and if you are staying with friends leave it with them or give it to a stranger at the airport.

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i use map quest which is free. around town and it has voice directions. i use att navigator which is $10. mo and great for me, i travel. however if you miss a turn you have to go slow so the gps can catch up especially in the city.

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I have used Tom Tom for many years, first on a Palm Treo and now on iPhone. I like and trust it. I also use MotionXGPS, which is a great gps app. It will allow you to cache maps when you have WIFI and use them when you don't have cell or WIFI coverage.

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I like both apps as well but I find myself using TomTom lately even more because of it's Traffic feature. It is very accurate and warns me ahead of time about a slowdown and proposes an alternate route.

No other mapping/NAV app does this quite as nice as TomTom does.

Saving maps

Apple iPhone - Saving maps

I am using iPhone 4 and out of my home country. I am on international roaming for voice but have disabled my data due to cost considerations. In a cafe, I use public wifi for mail down and upload. if I see a map, it vanishes when I leave the cafe. How do I save it so that I can still monitor my progress by GPS which works in any case?

iPhone Apps
you can "cache" maps and later use them in MotionXGPS. A great app.

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I don't think you can save the maps on the native app, which is Google Maps. But there are apps, for a price, you can download that have built-in maps and work offline, like NDrive, Papago, etc. Search map or GPS in the app store.

GPS application in I phone 4

Apple iPhone - GPS application in I phone 4

I am a fresh user of I phone 4 from the middle east, without the support from any smart phone service providers like AT&T hence I am not able to use the maps feature outside home and office.

Also I find the service is not recommendable compared to the GPS services provided mobile phones like nokia.

Is there anyway to install the applications like Route 66 in my I phone 4?

iPhone GPS

It sounds like you are using the WiFi Assisted GPS - do you have Location Services turned on in settings and it is an iPhone 4 and not an iPod Touch correct? The GPS satellites should work wherever you are at...

What's the best GPS w/VOICE on iPhone?

What's the best GPS w/VOICE on iPhone?

I'm looking to replace my Tom-Tom GPS. I've been told to get the MotionX GPS Drive ($0.99 right now on the app store), but it only includes 30 days of live, turn-by-turn navigation with voice. Then it's a separate purchase.

Any recommendations on this one? Is there another GPS w/voice that I should consider?

iPhone GPS
Are you replacing the tom-tom ap on your iphone? I recently got it, and love it - it does drain the battery a bit, but I just use my car charger with it.

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My mom and I will split the use of a Tom-Tom (she doesn't use a smart phone). I may do some long-distance travel, and regularly be out of 3G service. But,
for trips to local spots (within two hours), my phone would be what I would use.

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I find MapQuest works great and it's free.

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MotionX GPS Drive is very good. I've used it now for over a year, and the maps are very up to date, and it has gotten better with every update. One caveat, though, you have to be in 3G territory for the maps to update properly on the road. If not, you need to pre-load the maps.

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I bought Navion Mobile GPS when it was on sale for $29.99 and have really been impressed with it. Just checked on the APP store and the price is back up to $59.99. The turn by turn voice is very good.

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TomTom has live traffic that works great. My other choice is MotionX!

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I own MotionX GPS, MotionX GPS Drive, and TomTom Apps.

The first two download maps as needed over cellular or Wifi connections, which means that on my recent trip, they were not very helpful through most of Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri. Other than that, and ongoing payment for voice directions, they are very good.

They do have the option of simulating your trip, and downloading the relevant maps ahead of time and caching them.

What I actually *USE* most of the time is TomTom USA/Canada, which is a $60 App ($50 for just USA), and which occupies about 1.5 GB on your iPhone, but that's because it includes the maps and POI's within it. Voice directions are included; live traffic is available as an in-App purchase.

Since getting this, and the TomTom Car Kit, my Garmin Nuvi 760 has lived in my wife's car.

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I use Magellan RoadMate. I love it. I has voice which can be changed to your liking. Easy to use.

GPS app

Apple iPhone - GPS app

I am looking for a simple GPS track back app for my brand new iPhone 4.

I will be wondering around European cities and don't want to get lost!

iPhone GPS
I love MotionX GPS.

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Give GPSLite from MotionX a look.

Nike+ with GPS Tracking

Apple iPhone - Nike+ Now Available with GPS Tracking (and Without the Shoe Chip Requirement)

iOS only: Nike+, the popular run tracking system that utilizes an iPhone/iPod touch and a sensor chip placed in your shoe, has released a new version that doesn't require a single-use chip, and also provides GPS mapping for social exercise management.

iPhone GPS
Wearing an iPhone is a bit more bulkier than a Garmin watch. Not sure how you look at the iPhone to see current pace, or race pace.

I don't think the Touch has GPS.

Don't even get me started with those runners who talk on their phone during the race.

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It is good to run with it. It is not as bulky as you might think. I did back to back marathon and a half. It is good to have your phone with you on training runs. You never know you might need it.

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I also ran with it [only a 5 k..but still...]...my only issue is getting a good arm band...but it wasn't uncomfortable ...

perhaps i'm just used to wearing something during my runs!

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I wear an armpocket (www.armpocket.com) when I go walk/running. I try to go 3 times a week and I do about 6 to 10 miles each time and I have to have something which keeps my key, my identification, a small snack (I'm diabetic) and my phone. Its a bit bulkier than most because I carry so much with me, but it fits around my arm securely with NO slippage. My phone is still functional in the band, there is a slot at the top for the headset (but I tend to go walking with my jawbone icon). When I tire of it, I just put it in the zip pocket.


I just don't want to pay for the Nike+ with GPS unit when the Nike+ app came with my phone and I did invest in the shoe fob.

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Here is my question regarding Nike +. if you have the previous version with the chip for the shoe. Is there and update to that app. Which allows you to remove the shoe?

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That is what this app is, you no longer need the shoe fob.

I have the chip in my shoe and it syncs to find the chip. When I get ready to run. So now I can open the app amd remove the chip out of the shoe?

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Well... On my first 5K test GPS didn't work. I usually use NewBalance app that uploads runs to mapmyrun. NB has GPS as well. Very similar to Nike app. The best part of the app is Free.

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I'll start over. Nike released a new Nike + app for $1.99 that uses the phones GPS, Accelerometer, etc instead of the chip in the shoe and the built in Nike+ App, so if you no longer want to use the shoes, shoe chip, or never bought them in the first place you can buy the $1.99 new App and use it instead of the built in App.

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I recommend SprintGPS. Check it out.

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You have to buy the new app if you don't want to continue to use your fob. Or you can keep what you have, and not purchase the new app.

Purple Symbol

Apple iPhone - Purple Symbol

I just got the iPhone 4. There is a small purple coloured arrow-head symbol next to the battery symbol on the top RHS of the phone.

Does anybody know what it signifies? It remains on even when location services are turned off.

iPhone GPS
Purple arrow is GPS / location services - not sure while it is showing up when if it is turned off

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Something is accessing the gps location on your iphone

Strange symbol

Apple iPhone - Strange symbol

On my wife new iPhone 4 she has a symbol at the top that I don't recognize. Its a tiny phone over two small rolls of dots. The top row of dots has more dots in it than the bottom row. What on earth does this symbol mean??

Also her phone doesn't seem to perform as well as mine does. Reception doesn't seem as good. Using identical cases. She keeps blue tooth on.

Would that effect signal reception or strength in any way.

iPhone tutorials
Sounds like TTY was turned on by accident (change Settings > Phone > TTY to Off)

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Thanks, that was it!!!

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My spouse discovered another new symbol.

My spouse launches TomTom and gets directions; a lightning bolt symbol appears when the GPS is located.

Shutting down TomTom does not get rid of that symbol. After TomTom has been closed (which is only used in the car, plugged into a charging cable), once the phone removed from the charging cable, that symbol remains... and we can, literally, watch the battery life drain. (2% every couple of minutes).

Even going into airplane mode doesn't shut off that "lightning bolt" symbol (which we figure has to mean GPS is connected to satellite and tracking). Spouse has to completely turn phone off and do a re-boot.

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I am going to guess you are using some version of iOS 4, and that you are not actually going to the trouble of killing the TomTom process by the method that has been described on this forum (i.e., pressing the Home button quickly twice to bring up the App Switcher, then tap-and-holding an icon in the App-Switching tray until they jiggle, then tapping the "minus" sign for the TomTOm App, then pressing Home again to complete the process).

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that does not sound like the active GPS symbol. GPS is a narrow arrow pointing to about 1 o'clock, usually purple in color with a split rear end. Not to be confused with a active Music Player symbol, which a fat arrow pointing to 3 o,clock, usually white, and looking like "play" on a music or tape player.

If it is for GPS then follow Jim's instructions to turn off background applications.

Navigation apps

Apple iPhone - Navigation apps

I have bought and tried AT&T Navigator, TomTom and Navigon. And just yesterday I finally tried MotionX GPS Drive.

Let me say I have no deleted all other navigation apps and have decided MotionX is the best app!

I just wished I had tried it before shelling out as much as I did for the others.

iPhone Apps
when using your device with motion x ,where do you have it mounted in the vehicle?

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In my hand or a vent mounted holder.

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i tried the vented mounted holders and just dont like them.. I may try a windshield mount

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One thing you have to watch with windshield (& some dashboard) mounts is that even if you take it off when you leave the car it may leave a mark -- and there have been break-ins because of this "clue" that "there may be a gps in there!"

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thieves are lazy and they usually go for the easiest one to get into.

If you walk through any parking lot, you will probably find that up to a third have a windshield or dash mount for a GPS, radar detector, music player or cell phone. And probably a third of those still have the device in the holder or mount.

Yeah, some areas are worse than others, but if they want in, seeing goodies or not, they will get in. And it is always good to pay attention to your surroundings.

So how does this relate to the the subject of this list, the iPhone?

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I have Navigon, and I use Proclip from Proclipusa.com. Sturdier than a vent
holder. :)

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Another vote for ProClip.

Since I never take my iPhone 3GS out of my Griffen Elan case, I went with the rotatable adjustable ProClip holder.

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Exactly what I have. Adjustable and rotate-able so I can watch movies in landscape mode during traffic.

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I'm glad you found one you like, but WHY is it best for you, so we can compare
it to our needs.

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It's more accurate, latest maps, more features, more intuitive, all around netter. But don't just take my word for it. It's way way cheaper than the others too. So get it and try it for yourself.

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I have TomTom, MotionX GPS Drive, MotionX GPS, and G-Map US East.

I prefer TomTom, and consider it the best of these largely because of the interface. If I need a true "breadcrumb trail", I'll use MotionX GPS.

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MotionX GPS Drive does exactly what TomTom does and more. I am not talking about MotionX GPS.

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I've read a number of reviews of MotionX GPS Drive.

Some of the reviews noted that the app depended on 3G service. Does it not use
the sats for location?

With that caveat covered, I'm ready to give it a try.

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I just used MotionX extensively way up in Canada where there was no cell coverage and I was in airplane mode. I uses true satellite GPS

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not intending to doubt your comment or anything, but were you using MotionX GPS Drive, or just MotionX GPS? Also, what was your application?

Were you driving, or hiking? If driving, did the app offer turn by turn voice navigation? In looking in the app store, it appears that MotionX GPS (non-Drive) will do what you say, as far as using internal maps, but it doesn't appear to be geared toward driving. It looks like it is more for hiking and biking. Basically tracking where you've been rather than showing you where to go.

I would like your take on the "non-Drive" app. It may do what we need, who knows.

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I was using just motionX GPS, not the Drive version. I use TomTom for street/turn-by-turn navigation. The motionX GPS does allow you the "cache" maps when you have data coverage. Then it will use those maps when you don't have such coverage. That's what I did in Canada, but I doubt it would be useful for street navigation

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That's why they have the drive version. They are distinctly two different products.

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I have used MotionX GPS Drive for about 6 months now. It is a very nice app. There are a couple of things that are less than desirable about it, in my opinion, however. First is the fact that you are required to purchase (in addition to the price of the app itself) the voice navigation feature (after a complementary month). Otherwise, from my observations, it will not do actual turn by turn navigation. By this, I mean you have to manually step to the next turn, much like the map app included with the iPhone. I could be wrong on this, because I have only tried it once or twice without a voice navigation subscription, but that's what it looked like to me. The cost of the voice navigation is not extremely high ($2.99 per month, or 24.95 per year, as I recall), but the app is fairly crippled without it.

Secondly, and this is kind of a biggie, the app DOES need a data connection to download maps as you drive. This means you have to be in a coverage area, 3G or Edge. If you are not in a 3G area, you will not be able to place or receive phone calls while the app is using the data connection.

Also, because of this, it eats the battery up faster than the charger can keep up with. In other words, if you are on a long trip (4 hours or more), your battery will be depleted even if the phone is connected to the charger.

..in response to questions, yes it uses the GPS satellite system to determine your location, but it needs the data connection to download the maps to show you where you are. In my case, I really like the app and it's features for most applications, like finding new places around town or relatively close, but I am thinking of looking into the TomTom app or some other navigational app that uses internal maps, after my subscription to the voice navigation runs out.

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You wrote up a very accurate description of the app. I also have TomTom and Navigon and they do not need cell coverage as all the map data is ES on the device but I find they are not up to date and they aren't as accurate.

But MotionX GPS Drive has gotten me to everywhere I needed to go and I always have cell coverage. So this is the best app for me.

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Yes, I will say that the Bing Maps that MotionX uses are the most accurate and up to date that I have seen. It's definitely a good tool to have available.

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I was going to ask about what you meant by more accurate maps, but you seem to have answered it. Yes, an internet map should be more current than a static loaded maps. Is that what you mean by more accurate?

What I find very frustrating with Garmin maps is that they used to be 2 years behind, but currently it seems like they are closer to 4 years behind, but yet they still want to sell you a supposedly updated map each year. I know the restaurant and hotel info will be dated by at least a year, but when it is 4 years old I get mad. That is when I use a internet connection.

Without the map from a cellular connection, you will probably get the same as Maps or MapQuest will give you, a push pin in a grey grid. Or basically, "you are here, wherever the heck that is" and no written or verbal directions, since it does not know where you are in relation to the next turn.

That is why I asked for specifics on what you liked about it. It appears that Jeffery and I travel out of cell coverage areas, and need that loaded map to put behind the marker for where you are, even if the map may be dated.

Different needs for different folks.

I don't like applications that charge for every feature, like paying extra to get turn by turn voice instructions. And I don't like subscriptions, if I don't want to update the old version should still work, especially if you find some of the information is not updated, you can still use all the features of the app for several years. I can get current hotel and restaurant information without having to pay another subscription.

How's the total cost of Motion X GPS Drive for a year compare to the other GPS apps you have purchased?

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There are new roads around here and I don't see it with TomTom and navigon but I do see it with MotionX GPS Drive. The cost including the voice turn by turn is 25 dollars a year versus an investment of 50-80 dollars for TomTom or Navigon.

I don't recall the exact cost anymore.

But I would gladly pay that knowing it is more accurate and much better to use.

The other option with accurateaps is AT&T Navigator which works much like motionX but it costs 9.99 a month or 79 a year.

Trying to mms gps location

Trying to mms gps location
When I go to the gps app and drop pin. I then try to share location by mms but it says contact in the mms text box and not the location. What am I doing wrong ?

iPhone GPS
That is correct - it sends your "location" as an Address Book entry (Url to the Google Maps and Address field as your location translated as a physical address)

I have both Yahoo and Gmail accounts set up on my phone. If I use Yahoo to send the link, I get plain text. Using Gmail, I get a URL that links to Goggle maps.

If..you're mms to a verizon phone he gets nothing and he has gmail.. then Send it to his g-mail address from the iPhone Message app instead of his cell # - that will work

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Some phones really don't show MMS from iPhones. Tried that on several other phone models. Maybe something o do with the big file size (say, photo, which you cannot resize prior to sending) Whether that's the other phone manufacturer or Apple's fault, I don't know.

But Apple's been trying to be deviant ever since. Like their bluetooth which can only connect to fellow iPhones. Make you wish it's not an iPhone in your hand.

But you just love iPhone and couldn't let go despite its numerous flaws.