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As title; need to find out what software/hardware I need to have GPS navigation on my P910. Also what is considered the best software or even best value.

Cheers
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Posted: 2006-03-02 15:44:28
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You would need at minimum a 128MB MS Duo (but go for 1gb, theyre cheap enuf now), and GPS BT receiver (such as GlobalSat) and TomTom MObile 5 or Route 66.

Ive tried both - both pretty good, but TomTom is a bit better IMO.

Hope that helped
Jon
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Posted: 2006-03-02 18:14:09
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Don't forget to check if the BT GPS is using the SIRF Star III chipset.
Also check the battery duration with a full charge if it's enough for you.

TomTom is the best sw by a long shot.
Btw, TomTom already comes with a good BT GPS reveiver.

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Posted: 2006-03-02 19:12:45
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Thanks Jon and Lau, I have a 2gig MS duo so space shouldn't be a problem.

I will start researching these items and the best price I can uncover them for.
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Posted: 2006-03-03 02:06:02
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Don't forget Wayfinder (www.wayfinder.com)

For that you don't even need a memorycard (although it's nice to have) as it downloads the maps you need via GPRS, WHEN they are needed.

The result is that you have access to ALL maps ALL the time (as long as you have GPRS coverage), unlike the other solutions where you need to decide what maps to load onto the phone, before going on your journey.

They also have a great online trip-planning tool that can sync destinations to you mobile.

Peter

P.S. I'm not affiliated with Wayfinder, just a happy customer
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Posted: 2006-03-03 07:28:26
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Try: http://www.mymemory.co.uk/ for the GPS rx

and

http://www.mymemory.co.uk/

Don't know if these are the cheapest but they're pretty cheap!

Jon
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Posted: 2006-03-03 08:42:27
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