Tag: Navigation
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New SatNav Database Promises To Reduce Lorry Accidents
I doubt many of us have had to live through the frustration of damaging a lorry under a low lying bridge as a direct result of satnav directions. It seems like a very specific experience – but now it seems to be one that the powers that be are taking in hand. Apparently the issue…
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Google Maps Offline Mode Arrives on Android
One of Google’s most valuable and widely used global tools Google Maps is now available with an offline mode, allowing navigation and additional location based information services in areas bereft of connectivity. The Google Maps app has always been restricted by its connectivity requirements which have often been a hindrance, especially if you’re out and…
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Nokia’s HERE launches Predictive Traffic feature
HERE is the new name for the formerly known Ovi Maps, and also more recently Nokia Maps. It’s a Nokia business that collects location content such as road networks, building, parks and also traffic patterns which it then sells or licenses as mapping content to the likes of Garmin, BMV, Oracle and also Amazon. One…
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Apple to integrate Apple Maps and Siri into car systems with iOS 7
Further in-car trickery planned with next software update from Apple
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Nokia HERE Maps and Drive Beta apps now available on HTC 8X and other Windows Phones
Lumia exclusivity ends
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TomTom Navigation app launches for Android, won’t work on all phones
Bring the full TomTom satnav experience to your Android smartphone…
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Official TomTom app for Android coming in October
The official TomTom app is now coming to Android in October after an announcement by TomTom at this week’s IFA electronics event in Germany. TomTom will be previewing the official app on the Android SO this week at the IFA and will be set to release the actual app in October so Android customer can…
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App of the Week: As The Crow Flies (iPhone)
An excellent app that’s bound to become the festival goer’s best friend…
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Stephen Fry Becomes Latest Celeb to Give Voice to TomTom Sat Nav
Thesp and tech-savvy celeb Stephen Fry has donated his recognisably well-spoken tones to TomTom, becoming the latest fan favourite to have his voice included on the GPS gadget. The actor, comedian and QI host joins much-requested icons such as Brian Blessed, Darth Vader as well as Sesame Street duo Bert & Ernie and from today…
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Nokia Maps app set to land on all Windows Phone handsets?
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Deal could see the satnav app come to Samsung, LG and HTC WP7 phones
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Nokia Sea-Ray Windows Phone 7 handset seen in ad?
Nokia’s future flagship handset and much rumoured Windows Phone 7 handset the Nokia Sea Ray got a small sneak peak over the weekend in a cheeky little advert that aired in between the X-Factor and Downton Abbey on ITV. The trailer was only a short one, showing off one of Nokia’s upcoming Windows Phone 7…
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Special Edition ‘Top Gear’ TomTom puts navigation gadget in the fast lane
TomTom has really put the pedal down for their latest gadget, rolling out a new special edition sat nav which features branding of the popular Beeb motoring and comedy show Top Gear – and it’s voice guidance system even features the iconic tones of veteran host Jeremy Clarkson. Known for his dry, snippy humour and…