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[feeutfo]

I happen to know Lazytinker has an iphone4.

[aaronjb]

Should add. Tt needs to input the cars stereo system somehow really. The iPhone 4 in built speaker isn't loud enough on its own. This also makes voice dialling an absolute sinch though, it works very well.

The friend of mine has one of the Omega cassette units (CCR2006?) so uses a tape adapter - music off the iPhone interrupted by directions. Works pretty well..

So yours lets you input full post codes, not just the first half (like RG12)? Must prompt Mark to figure out why his doesn't, it would have made our trip to Wales much easier!

[henryd]

I've recently got a Galaxy s2 which has built in nav which is way better than I thought it would be for a freebie

[TheBoy]

The problem with TomTom on an iPhone - ignoring all the problems with standalone units for a moment - is GPS reception is poor compared to a standalone TomTom unit.  Like a standalone unit, it is reliant 100% on GPS, unlike a proper factory fit unit, that can live without it.

That aside, if you have to use a phone (any phone, not just gayPhones), TomTom is about the best I've tried. Copilot is good, but the interface seems more clunky to use, although maybe its because I've been a TomTom user for 9yrs.

Not used live traffic subscription, and my findings are based on a 3GS, I've been running TT on iPhone since about V1.2 through to V1.8, although my usage isn't extensive, as I would *ALWAYS* chose the NCDC over it.

[cem_devecioglu]

The problem with TomTom on an iPhone - ignoring all the problems with standalone units for a moment - is GPS reception is poor compared to a standalone TomTom unit.  Like a standalone unit, it is reliant 100% on GPS, unlike a proper factory fit unit, that can live without it.

That aside, if you have to use a phone (any phone, not just gayPhones), TomTom is about the best I've tried. Copilot is good, but the interface seems more clunky to use, although maybe its because I've been a TomTom user for 9yrs.

Not used live traffic subscription, and my findings are based on a 3GS, I've been running TT on iPhone since about V1.2 through to V1.8, although my usage isn't extensive, as I would *ALWAYS* chose the NCDC over it.

yes..

[feeutfo]

Should add. Tt needs to input the cars stereo system somehow really. The iPhone 4 in built speaker isn't loud enough on its own. This also makes voice dialling an absolute sinch though, it works very well.

The friend of mine has one of the Omega cassette units (CCR2006?) so uses a tape adapter - music off the iPhone interrupted by directions. Works pretty well..

So yours lets you input full post codes, not just the first half (like RG12)? Must prompt Mark to figure out why his doesn't, it would have made our trip to Wales much easier!

Even tt on my old n95 had full post codes, although it wouldn't accept a space in the middle. RG126BY for example. Tt on iPhone4 no problem with RG12 6BY.
Does he have the latest version, perhaps?

[aaronjb]

Does he have the latest version, perhaps?

Good question - I'll have a look on Saturday as he's over giving me a hand taking the Jag apart

[feeutfo]

Actually mine shows version 1.7 on the app itself.

Also there is an option for gps enhancer on/off. Not sure what this does but there is talk on the net of it using the phone network to aid start up times. I wonder if it falls back on this if gps signal falls below limits

There is also a quite expensive in car holder to help gps reception as well.

And a PDF
http://download.tomtom.com/open/manuals/app_for_iphone/refman/TomTom-app-en-US.pdf

[feeutfo]

Also note, traffic is only available from the app store. So jail brakes a no no if you want that. Unless somebody know different?

[TheBoy]

All TomTom software/maps have had full 7 digit postcodes since 2005.

[Elite_L0ver]

I know its a backward step, pick up a cheap Symbian Nokia, download Nokia Maps (free) with free Speed Camera and on line Traffic reports, then download Car Mode (Free) job done.

 

or get one of the new lumia range with windows phone and do the same, The lumia 800 is excellent

I agree I find it better than my x gayphone or googlemaps

[Lazydocker]

Chris, hopefully we can have a play in a couple of weeks?

I do have an iPhone 4 but this is actually for the guys in the vans. Got to supply a satnav (which would always be TT), live traffic is ideally needed, got to be reliable.

I also have to supply a phone. iPhone is prime candidate as best/most stable smartphone for the needs. I can also use it as a real-time management system at a sensible price So thinking to combine both into one unit

[CaptainZok]

Have you considered Android Paul?
May work out to be more cost effective than a gayphone. No Tomtom but plenty of other satnav apps out there. There's even a version of memory map for O/S or A-Z maps (A-Z coverage is pretty limited though).

[Lazydocker]

Have you considered Android Paul?
May work out to be more cost effective than a gayphone. No Tomtom but plenty of other satnav apps out there. There's even a version of memory map for O/S or A-Z maps (A-Z coverage is pretty limited though).

Yes and no... TBH the cost isn't a concern (within reason) and I'm looking at iPhone purely based on my experiences of it's stability and the fact it fits the bill. There will be chargers in the vehicles so battery life isn't an issue and I'm not entirely sure the RMS is available on Andriod. Plus... I trust TomTom and haven't yet used another (non integrated) sat Nav that matches the performance and interface.

As an addition, I'm trying to get the RMS I plan to use implemented at the call centre too, so that makes integration even more important!

[tunnie]

I guess if you have to provide a phone too, does make sense. Mounted in the windscreen area GPS reception issues should be kept to a minimum.

Also better having it all in one unit. You branching out now then?

Need any drivers in London?