N95 & sat nav help need

Spamalot · 19 Sep 2007 at 23:04

Want to use my new N95 for sat nav. Not to sure where to start. Used google and that didnt help to much. Just pointed to a couple of forums that said route 66 is best.

What do you use, and how easy is it to use? There are some copies for sale on ebay will these work in non-offical copies?

Whats the std Nokia softwear like, any good?

Thanks

Charlie Bravo · 19 Sep 2007 at 23:12

I found the standard Nokia maps to be ok but Im now using Navigon MobileNavigator 6 which is far superior. Cost me £69.99 but it's great.

PyroboyUK · 20 Sep 2007 at 09:48

Charlie Bravo said:
I found the standard Nokia maps to be ok but Im now using Navigon MobileNavigator 6 which is far superior. Cost me £69.99 but it's great.

I will be purchasing Navigon Mobile navigator 6. From what i have read its seems to be one of the best Sat nav programs for the N95, and very well priced. Just need to wait for V12 firmware to arrive for my T-Mobile N95 :mad:

Charlie Bravo · 20 Sep 2007 at 09:58

I'm with T-Mobile and still on v11. The GPS works fine but it takes a minute or so to get a signal.
Just be a aware, MobileNavigator is a 2.6gb download.

Spamalot · 20 Sep 2007 at 17:11

Charlie Bravo said:
I'm with T-Mobile and still on v11. The GPS works fine but it takes a minute or so to get a signal.
Just be a aware, MobileNavigator is a 2.6gb download.

Also on t-mobile. On web n walk now actually. Web browser on it isnt half bad. Would a 'copy' me the software from ebay work or am I going to have to get ex wallet out? Thanks

PyroboyUK · 9 Dec 2007 at 11:41

Charlie Bravo said:
I found the standard Nokia maps to be ok but Im now using Navigon MobileNavigator 6 which is far superior. Cost me £69.99 but it's great.

I quite like using the nokia maps. but it said i had to get a license to get the step by step navigation. Were would i get this from?

Charlie Bravo · 9 Dec 2007 at 12:29

PyroboyUK said:
I quite like using the nokia maps. but it said i had to get a license to get the step by step navigation. Were would i get this from?

http://www.navigon.com/site/uk/en/shop/consumer/mobilephones

bimmerboii · 9 Dec 2007 at 12:51

im using route66 bought from the bay of e. quite dodgy seller but works!

chaparral · 9 Dec 2007 at 15:03

Has anyone tryed Garmin Mobile XT (UK & Ireland) http://www.globalpositioningsystems...ml?PHPSESSID=8e5e1bf5515500f46f45267768b3388a

Garmin Mobile XT (UK & Ireland) Overview

Turn your smartphone into a GPS navigator with Garmin Mobile XT for smartphones. Garmin Mobile XT is a plug-and-play navigation solution that comes with a preloaded MicroSD* card with UK & Ireland street level maps and navigation software. Look up addresses and get voice prompted turn-by-turn directions on your smartphone plus access to dynamic content such as traffic, hotel rates, fuel prices, weather and more.

Enjoy Easy Set-up
Garmin Mobile XT makes it easy to add navigation to your GPS-enabled smartphone. Simply insert the preloaded data card in your phone, and the application automatically installs itself and connects with the integrated GPS receiver. Garmin Mobile XT seamlessly integrates with major smartphone platforms such as Nokia N95, so you can get the most out of your smartphone.

PyroboyUK · 9 Dec 2007 at 17:18

Charlie Bravo said:
http://www.navigon.com/site/uk/en/shop/consumer/mobilephones

Cheers for that.

As for chaparral, i have had a quick go on the Garmin xt and found it very good, was considering buying either Garmin of navigon for my n95.

thepharcyde · 9 Dec 2007 at 20:41

I am currently using Garmin Mobile XT and have used Route 66 as well. They are both good for a phone app, with Garmin offering speed cameras POI which route 66 does not. They both suffer from a slight delay in live tracking using the internal GPS, but still adequate.

PyroboyUK · 9 Dec 2007 at 22:11

Im just in the process of downloading Navigon....about 3gb's though!

Spamalot · 10 Dec 2007 at 01:26

bimmerboii said:
im using route66 bought from the bay of e. quite dodgy seller but works!

How much was it what size (GB) is it and it works with the on board GPS?

thepharcyde · 10 Dec 2007 at 18:34

There are some interesting files on this site

http://www.noeman.org/gsm/symbian-os-9-1-applications/

PyroboyUK · 13 Dec 2007 at 17:43

Just after i spend £70 on the Navigon mobile navigator i see it on that website!!

Still a lot of interesting programs there

sandy10 · 13 Dec 2007 at 17:51

I too use ROUTE66 and it's really good - I used it from Torquay to Bolton and it worked a treat - just ensure you get a cigarette lighter charger, and a decent cradle.

I was really surprised how well it worked - no delay or anything, was brilliant.

I also would point out I upgraded the N95 operating system to the latest one, and the reception from the satellites increased hugely.