Can anyone tell me if you can use google maps on this devise, and if so can you save/download areas for viewing when out of cell phone range?
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Yes, that is what I ended up using. I would avoid this device. It needs a lot of upgrades. You need wifi in order to use Google Maps. My android phone worked way better. The screen resolution sucks as well. Garmin support was completely worthless. It took three phone calls before they told me that it does not interface with apple. I would STRONGLY recommend staying away from this device until serious upgrades are made. I'll sell you my device if would want it that bad. It is WORTHLESS!
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As I recall, it is capable of that. I use OpenStreetMaps since I use turn by turn based on GPS coordinates rather than addresses. Gas well sites don't have street addresses :). However, i working on getting OSM to work with my GPS, I think I read somewhere about how to overlay Google Earth sections over the top. As far as doing this outside of cell phone range it really doesn't matter as the Monterra doesn't have a cell radio in it. It is wi-fi only, so stepping away from your house will drop connection to the wi-fi.
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Hi!I didn't download google map at disable wifi. But I heard about the method it is possible.Sorry for no helping :)
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You can cache maps in google maps but no directions once you leave wifi. I use navfree as it gives on the fly directions no wii needed. Just download state maps before you leave the house (see my review, its the second on the main page)
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Hi friend As far as I know,Most of the maps can work only if GPS location is on. Yes you can use maps if you are using wifi or wimax but the moment you switch off wifi it will stop showing the details!
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Yes, I know the others say no, but when I've loaded the pics on my iPad, you can see the location on the map. I don't know how you do that without GPS
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You can download Google maps/navigation app from Google Play Store. Great app to download.
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I had the 10" Lenovo Yoda with GPS, no wifi needed but I did download AndroiTS GPS from the Android store to capture waypoints, I could then export the data into a file and load it into Google Maps, or use the app OsmAnd for mapping. Worked well in Russia.
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What's up Frank! Hope you're doing well. I think you might have to update the maps. I am not a specialist, but I recently recieved a message on my GPS startup screen to update the map (have yet to do so). Last year when this issue happened, the map update helped fix address issue, temporarily. Gramin offers free up-to-date maps on their website. Overall it is a good GPS for finding LOCAL locations. I have found that once you'd been to the area with the GPS on, it records the satellite points for faster access in the future. Make sure you flip open the antennae (square flap) to connect. Accuracy is like 7.65900/10 and has internal issues like the one Frank talked about. The GPS itself (internal software) is 5/10. It's okay and has bugs when you are typing in the address. It only accepts a specific format for addresses (something like zip code, city, house #, street name). I would recommend it only if you are looking for something cheap and are somewhat are familiar with the compass rose and major landmarks in the city.
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GPS is awesome. Load map or distanation by WiFi then access navigator, google map or whichever you use to access and GPS is ready to go
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It's doesn't have the maps app pre loaded but its an android tablet so I'm sure you can download it
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Hello, yes, you can used the gps and the music play on.You can update de maps via SD cardI´m not using the rear camera at this moment.
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You can preload maps to the device over Wi-Fi for offline use. The GPS is satellite-based and not dependent on internet access; it will accurately display your position on the previously-downloaded map even when you're offline. Using the stock Google Maps app included with the Note, you will NOT be able to perform location searches (for restaurants, hotels, etc.), get specific directions, or download additional maps while offline.
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It would depend on where you purchase the device. It should have the area it was purchased in. However if you need a map of a different region you can always purchase and download it.
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Michelle, you ask a good question, here. Personally, I have used Google Maps on it (there are all kinds of Google applications available, since it's an Android device), but don't see how you can use GPS in another way (like in the car). I don't know if this kind of app is even possible on a tablet in a moving car. Hope I gave you food for thought, at least, but I have no definite answer for you. By the way, I love this device. The only drawbacks I have with it are a relatively short battery life and longer recharge time than an iPad (which I have owned before). But remember, this little beauty is less than $150, while iPads, like Apple products in general, are outrageously more expensive :) Michelle, you ask a good question, here. Personally, I have used Google Maps on it (there are all kinds of Google applications available, since it's an Android device), but don't see how you can use GPS in another way (like in the car). I don't know if this kind of app is even possible on a tablet in a moving car. Hope I gave you food for thought, at least, but I have no definite answer for you. By the way, I love this device. The only drawbacks I have with it are a relatively short battery life and longer recharge time than an iPad (which I have owned before). But remember, this little... » Read More Michelle, you ask a good question, here. Personally, I have used Google Maps on it (there are all kinds of Google applications available, since it's an Android device), but don't see how you can use GPS in another way (like in the car). I don't know if this kind of app is even possible on a tablet in a moving car. Hope I gave you food for thought, at least, but I have no definite answer for you. By the way, I love this device. The only drawbacks I have with it are a relatively short battery life and longer recharge time than an iPad (which I have owned before). But remember, this little beauty is less than $150, while iPads, like Apple products in general, are outrageously more expensive :) « Show Less
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Yes you can still use it, basically you will want to use wifi at home to get an "offline mapping" app. These allow you to download selected areas of maps that you will need when you go into the field. You can also choose the resolution of the maps which will determine the download size. But then when you plug in the Bad Elf in the field it will show you where you are on top of the offline maps you downloaded, and you can scroll/zoom to the extent. I think the app I found was "To Go Maps", there are others, just search in the apple app store for "offline maps". Hope this helps. Yes you can still use it, basically you will want to use wifi at home to get an "offline mapping" app. These allow you to download selected areas of maps that you will need when you go into the field. You can also choose the resolution of the maps which will determine the download size. But then when you plug in the Bad Elf in the field it will show you where you are on top of the offline maps you downloaded, and you can scroll/zoom to the extent. I think the app I found was "To Go Maps", there are others, just search in the apple app store for "offline maps".... » Read More Yes you can still use it, basically you will want to use wifi at home to get an "offline mapping" app. These allow you to download selected areas of maps that you will need when you go into the field. You can also choose the resolution of the maps which will determine the download size. But then when you plug in the Bad Elf in the field it will show you where you are on top of the offline maps you downloaded, and you can scroll/zoom to the extent. I think the app I found was "To Go Maps", there are others, just search in the apple app store for "offline maps". Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I do not think so. Tom Tom wanted 79$ for the map update. I really think you would be better off using Google Maps on A smartphone. I have been using Google lately and I make far fewer wrong turns than with the Tom Tom. Google updates are free.
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I believe you can download up to devices. Best bet is to go to Phantomalert.com and contact support. If its for a life time i'm sure it makes no difference if you purchase a new gps next year.
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No. You can still use google maps to find directions if your connected to the internet, but you can't get turn by turn directions. Archos has some decent tablets around the same price with GPS's