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google maps for p1 |
no_name
Joined: Oct 04, 2008
Posts: 7
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can anyone please explain to me how to use, form where download... anything please...  |
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ardzuna
Joined: Jan 16, 2008
Posts: 467
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Download from here
http://rapidshare.com/files/151498237/GoogleMaps_uiq3.rar.html
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no_name
Joined: Oct 04, 2008
Posts: 7
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thx |
5nak3
Joined: Oct 22, 2007
Posts: 364
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just wondering guys have any of you managed to get google maps for the P1 work with any GPS system? I've tried but couldn't find any option for GPS |
jmbillings
Joined: Sep 28, 2002
Posts: 196
From: Oundle, UK
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No - althought the C905 version reckons it will link to GPS I think? Maybe that's a Java one we can find elsewhere...
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blerk
Joined: Jun 12, 2008
Posts: > 500
From: London, UK
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no_name, I would use the official Google downloads instead of RapidShare where possible. Surf to http://m.google.com on your phone and click maps, it will send you the UIQ3 installer which you can later copy and keep for re-installation if needed. Also a simple search on Google finds this link: http://www.google.com/gmm/GoogleMaps.sisx
As for 3rd party software being able to use the onboard SE GPS I have to say  Have not seen any reports of TomTom or other satnav software with its own maps to use the onboard GPS, which is ofcourse a pitty and one of the reasons my new phone will probally be a N96 and not a new SE. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
As for 3rd party GPS bluetooth dongle's, it should work with TomTom, Route66 and the likes, aswell with Google maps, the problem with Google maps is that you need a data connection, and be sure it eats a lot of bandwidth it's fun when you're on a WLAN but not so much when you have one of these "unlimited" (2GB) UK based dataplans.
My 2 pence; be sure your GPS supports 3rd party software with build-in maps, such as TomTom, Route66, Garmin, etc, etc It might cost you a bit but you have all the maps with you all the time, which in the long run saves money.
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PS: no_name, how did you fixed you phone lock problem described here: http://www.esato.com/board/viewtopic.php?topic=175973 ?
It would be nice to report back as it keeps us motivated to help others.
[ This Message was edited by: blerk on 2008-10-07 09:00 ] |
5nak3
Joined: Oct 22, 2007
Posts: 364
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Well i have tom tom and it works with my keyring gps receiver, the problem is when i got "lost" in London yesturday, tom tom was giving me a few problems, could be the map was out of date or the fact that there is so much construction work going on footpaths were being redirected all over the place.
On the other hand google maps seemed to work slightly better, it would be nice to be able to pair up the GPS receiver with gmaps as well as tom tom. On the whole though, as stated above having all the maps on the phone makes life much cheaper and also means loading is much faster when on the move.
And as i stated if the phone doesn't have GPS (e.g. P1) get a keyring gps receiver it works great and is fairly cheap, small and since your keys are almost always with you as with the phone you wont need to worry about forgetting it anywhere |
blerk
Joined: Jun 12, 2008
Posts: > 500
From: London, UK
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@5nak3
Which keyring GPS do you have and how much did it set you back.. Also I saw some offline maps of just London, the AtoZ streetmap has a Symbian UIQ3 version, don't know if you want to fork out money for that tho. |
5nak3
Joined: Oct 22, 2007
Posts: 364
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I have the freedom 2000 GPS keyring I bought it off Amazon link here:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Propo[....]=generic&qid=1223373893&sr=1-1
there are other sellers and this can also be bought on mobilefun.co.uk and play.com although i found amazon to be the cheapest.
The seller i bought from, as amazon did not stock the item, SuStuu supplied the product fully packaged and well packed, to top it off it was cheap and delivered in a couple of days.
It is a really nice little item, i dont think the pictures online do it justice, it is fairly small and doesn't look out of place on the keyring. Although it has a plastic build quality to it, it seems very solid.
Also another thing to note is that to fire it up and get a GPS connection you will have to have the unit in clear view of the sky (well at least i have to anyway). Once you have the connection established though you can pocket the keyring, or even put it in your bag, have it hanging in the ignition of the car,or even the car glovebox and it holds the connection.
If you would like i could get a few comparison pictures later on today or tomorrow.
Hope that helps 
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On a side note i was more interested on a GPS software as opposed to a static map for the simple reason while reading a map isn't a problem for me with the GPS it alters your route on the fly, so if you have to take diversions rather than having to take out the map every so often the GPS will reroute you.
Funny thing is i actually have a pocket london AtoZ in my bag at all times and despite being a last resort it usually has the highest success rate
[ This Message was edited by: 5nak3 on 2008-10-07 11:14 ] |
blerk
Joined: Jun 12, 2008
Posts: > 500
From: London, UK
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Thanks for the very informative post 5nak3! I been looking around on ebay and amazon for something like it, same chipset and such, as for the price (35+) is a bit steep for me. But I guess you pay for the portability of it. A bigger (ipod nano) sized one with the same chipset costs abour 15-20. Does the keyring also charge via mini-usb and how long does it take to fully charge? |
5nak3
Joined: Oct 22, 2007
Posts: 364
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yeh i must be honest 35 is steep but at least you get full portability. i have the device in my pocket all day and it doesn't interfere or annoy me in any way.
the item came with a car charger and also a mini usb to connect to the pc and charge the unit. it took about 2.5 to 3 hours to charge from brand new and i have not charged it again yet. i assume that it will take about the same time. on the whole battery lasts for about 10 hours. i've most likely used it for about 6 hours and still going strong 
to be honest if you want portability and for a phone that doesn't have gps portability is key 35 isn't too bad. |
makbil
Joined: Oct 26, 2006
Posts: > 500
From: Istanbul
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Just as information, WM version of Google Maps works with Tytn II's built-in GPS.
P990i: A mistake, a curse and a disgrace  So I lowered my expectations and settled for a P1i. I couldn't keep my expectations so low for a long time so now I have an HTC Touch HD |
no_name
Joined: Oct 04, 2008
Posts: 7
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@blerk thank you and to you all, realy you help me a lot, answer on your question how I fixed my problem with phone lock code is simple, I went with my phone on service realy. and I pay 30€ for that that is only solution that I can find |
blerk
Joined: Jun 12, 2008
Posts: > 500
From: London, UK
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But I told you in that thread that you can read it out with XS++, it will show you the phone lock code. All you need is the usb cable that comes with any SE phone, and XS++. It would've saved you 30 euro.
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no_name
Joined: Oct 04, 2008
Posts: 7
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wait I didn't understand, are you telling me that I'm throw away 30€
maybe I didn't understand you well when you explain to me and realy I don't know what is xs++
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Posted: 2008-10-06 19:46
So I lowered my expectations and settled for a P1i. I couldn't keep my expectations so low for a long time so now I have an HTC Touch HD 
