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[ This Message was edited by: LaurieCad on 2005-09-20 08:05 ]
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Posted: 2005-09-20 08:56:35
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1 reason: TomTom GO preveals above TomTom Mobile
MR
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Posted: 2005-09-20 11:46:18
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Thanks for that MR.
But what thoughts on the 910i replacement and its compatibility?
Thanks
Laurie
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Posted: 2005-09-21 08:13:19
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You need to change somethings, I think UIQ 3.0 is not completly backwards compatible!
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Posted: 2005-09-21 09:42:23
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Received TomTom Mobile 5 earlier this week (P910i version). When they say 5 weeks, they mean 5 weeks!
This app is so, so cool. There have been a couple of issues, but it certainly more than meets expectations.
The first issue was in trying to get a GPS fix. I had to go to London, so got it all set up while I was on the train. I knew these devices weren't great in cities, but I just couldnt get it working. However, as soon as I was out of London into the open it just worked, and havent had any GPS problems since!
A couple of issues - The voice only comes through the phone speaker, even if you're connected through a hands-free in the car. This means it's difficult to hear. I read somewhere that you could download louder voices - anyone know which ones are 'louder'. Alternatively can you force it to output through the carkit (car speakers)?
The other issue is battery life on the P910i (GPS receiver is fine). With TomTom running (and bluetooth enabled) it just drains the battery in 2-3 hours. Even when I left it on charge while using it, the battery never got back to 100% after about 3 hours charging. I've ordered a new battery as a backup/spare and wonder if the current one has just worn out.
Also had problems downloading the extras as the TomTom server wasn't available, but now that's sorted. Still testing out the traffic and Speed camera features.
Anyone considering buying TTM5, don't waste too much time deciding - after all you're going to have to wait at least 5 weeks to get it delivered.
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Posted: 2005-09-23 14:14:58
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Got my TT5 for P910i this week, too. As close to 5 weeks from order as makes no difference.
Keen not to disrupt the clean lines of my A4Cab I’m pleased that the tiny GPS receiver sits happily on a non-slip mat on the dash without sliding about. As the P910 fits into a neat little recess under the arm rest, quite visible and right next to the cigar lighter, I’m a happy bunny. Sound is very audible unless the radio’s on, then you’d probably need an earpiece.
The system is easy to use and I love the route planning function and route demo.
Product improvements needed? Well, of course:
-Sound through the hands-free (why, oh, why?).
-More flexible audio instructions for those complex junctions, e.g. ‘Take second exit on roundabout then third turning on the left’, and more help getting into lane sooner. 300 yards seems to be the usual warning distance.
-More up to date map (surprise!) e.g. 4 junctions slightly wrong in a 40 mile trip within 50 miles of London. MapView sorts the problem, but I’d prefer to keep my eyes on the road when things get tricky.
-Switching to/from other apps made easier.
-Better documentation (yes, I’m the one who reads it!), e.g. more on using other gps receivers & making/receiving calls while satnaving. I get the impression the documentation is just the general bumph for any TT satnav.
-Quicker address input, I guess there’s a lookup function that slows everything down. Other input is all pretty quick, it seems to me.
-Aylesbury map updated with the Council’s new moving bollards!
User improvements needed?
-Remember to turn P910i silent mode off before expecting voice instruction.
-Sort out in-car phone charger, you need it.
I’m wondering if I should switch from Traffic-i to TomTom Traffic. Traffic-i is quicker and simpler to interpret for traffic speed but TTT has more information. Unfortunately TTT only gives you information on the planned route. Personally I like a bigger picture. Comparing the two systems right now they both report a block on the A3 at Robin Hood Way but Traffic-i reports e.g. slow traffic on the A23 and a block on the A47 between Peterborough and Kings Lynn neither of which I can find on TTT (a rather laborious process, too). Sorry, I’m not going to drive to either places to check who’s right but I suspect Traffic-i is more accurate on the main roads as it uses bridge sensors. I understand TT Traffic information uses ITIS which collects speed and delay information from sensors in major fleet operators' vehicles, amongst other sources. Traffic-i is also more sociable, you can let others know about a problem without having to plan their route for them.
Different strokes etc. but TTT has got some work to do in the trial period to convince me to change.
But hey-ho, nothing is ever perfect and I can safely say TT Mobile 5 on P910i rocks.
And if it keeps performing as it has so far and doesn’t ditch me when I need it most, as so many other systems do, then I can safely say I’m a real fan.
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Posted: 2005-09-24 00:47:12
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Reply on Twiglet:
- You can not change the audio. It is a hardware issue. Just take increased sound volume voice files. I use them to and they work ok.
- Switching to other apps can be done using the 5-way key. Push it backwards to go out of the app and enter the UI of the phone. You can also use the 5-way scroll key to select options and scroll through the menu. When you have selected an option, pushing the key backwards will also go back in the selecting process.
- The speed of the searching of the addresses is due to the fact that the device is not rather fast. Searching in the database does cost time. But that is due to the device, not the app.
- Why would you make a documentation about connecting another GPS, while you get a TT receiver with the package. That is not quite handy relating marketing.
- Sound issue is something that could not be fixed. You need a special API which is pretty deep. SE was not willing of giving that.
Other points will be addressed to TomTom. I will address those to them.
Thanks for your input, anyone more input?
MR
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I have a: Sony Ericsson P910i, 1 GB & 512 MB MSD memory card, MPF-10 flash, HPR-20 handsfree radio, BT CAR-100, Sitecom dongle CN-200
[ This Message was edited by: MR on 2005-09-24 10:24 ]
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Posted: 2005-09-24 11:17:43
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Thanks for the feedback, MR. Much appreciated.
I’m thinking of installing a gps receiver that uses the car’s aerial, then using the original TT one for biking/walking. (I wasn’t just trying to frighten TT’s marketing department, honest!) I assume any BT gps receiver will work OK. Is that right, do you know?
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Posted: 2005-09-24 22:49:02
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Yup, that is possible. In the GPS status part of the menu you can choose for thrid party GPS receiver and the Bluetooth connection screen will come up.
MR
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Posted: 2005-09-25 11:22:22
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Hi , I have route 66 europe for P910
it work very good but I would like trie tom tom for P910i some one have it for make test,
i mistake , i have the version 5.01 for mobile pocket pc and Palm
if some one have thanks to reply
[ This Message was edited by: the cameleon on 2005-09-28 19:33 ]
[ This Message was edited by: the cameleon on 2005-09-28 19:35 ]
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Posted: 2005-09-28 20:33:14
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