Google maps and smartphones

jeremyrundle
jeremyrundle Posts: 1,014
edited September 2010 in Family & kids cycling forum
When we go out cycling in places we have not been before I have usually relied on Tourist Info (and still will) but being of an "older" generation (I am not retired yet though) I have always had a mobile phone, in fact I have had them since they were only car phones.

However I recently went the Blackberry rout, what an aid to cycling, with maps.

Now I no longer also carry one of my older TomToms with me, all in one BB's are superb.

I appreciate thet many phones do this now but I have not had the pleasure of this facility before, landmarks, eating on rout, places to stay the benefits to the cyclist when learnt are endless. :)

JR
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Comments

  • baudman
    baudman Posts: 757
    Google maps is amazing, however it does require data to operate - to update the map as you move about. So, depending upon your plan, and the coverage, you may come a cropper.

    So, there's a variety of apps that use OpenSourceMaps, or similar. Like a TomTom etc, they store ALL of the maps on your device. My phone uses android (hey, I was inspired by Renshaw/Cavendish), and the app I use is called 'NavDroyd'. Works a treat, and cost 5 euros. I'd imagine there would be something for Blackberry.

    I use RunKeeper to track my routes, should I feel the need (great for posting on things like Bikely, to point out tricky routes to people).
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  • Oh there are apps, but I have only just learnt to turn it on :?
    Peds with ipods, natures little speed humps

    Banish unwanted fur - immac a squirrel
    http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article ... heads.html