GPS software that automatic reroute when in traffic

[AstronusX]

is there any GPS Software that automatic reroute and compute the fastest route base on traffic condition?

[TalynOne]

I think the nav software with traffic reroute options are TomTom, Sprint Navigator, and Destinator 7. I haven't actually tried them though. I'm guessing the most seamless of the three is probably Sprint (Telenav) Navigator.

[blazingwolf]

TomTom does. Works very well.

[jrebeiro]

Garmin Mobile XT also does this and provides the service free of charge. TomTom charges for traffic at an annual subscription.

Sprint Navigator is actually a rebranded version TeleNav. While it's supposedly pretty good Navigation software it requires data service to render the maps whereas TomTom, Garmin Mobile XT, and Destinator mentioned in this thread have offline maps stored on an SD card.

[AstronusX]

sound good, I'm going to give Garmin Mobile XT a try. Thanks

[Jay2TheRescue]

Garmin Mobile XT also does this and provides the service free of charge. TomTom charges for traffic at an annual subscription.

Sprint Navigator is actually a rebranded version TeleNav. While it's supposedly pretty good Navigation software it requires data service to render the maps whereas TomTom, Garmin Mobile XT, and Destinator mentioned in this thread have offline maps stored on an SD card.
TomTom gave me free traffic, and told me when that subscription expired, to call and get another free subscription.

-Jay

[stevenewjersey]

Telenav supports just about every option for gps. I use it every day and it constantly reroutes my drive for traffic. I have tried them all and Telenav is so far the only reliable mobile gps platform I have found. It also acts as a 411 and that alone pays for itself 5x over per month.

[jrebeiro]

Use Google 411 by calling 1-800-GOOG-411 (1-800-466-4411) if you are worried about 411 charges. It's free and even connects your calls for you. Google Maps will get you numbers for free too.

Not sure that's a compelling arguement for using one GPS Navigation product over another. For me the lack of offline maps is a dealbreaker.

Garmin Mobile XT supports bluechart and topo maps so you can use in a plane/boat. TeleNav can't do that.

I'm not saying TeleNav isn't a good product.. it's been pretty good when I have used it as Sprint Navigator. You just have to recognize your usage needs and determine if an online based navigation package is right for you. I personally like knowing where in the world I am when I am on a plane and stuck in coach so I need an offline product :)

I also would not purchase a product based on the fact that one user was able to get a free TomTom Plus service extension. TomTom traffic is something like $75/year, TomTom Fuel Prices is $14.95/year (and only available on the 9xx series), Weather is free. Comparing to Garmin Mobile XT and TeleNav it's most likely cheaper to use these products vs. TomTom. If you consider that TeleNav is $99 per year it would take you nearly 3 years to equal the price of a TomTom and not all phones are compatible with TomTom Plus. Garmin Mobile XT costs $99 and you own it for good. Map updates will cost you between $50 and $75 but if you don't care about outdated maps you are saving a ton of dough. The advantage of TeleNav is that you get 100% up-to-date maps without having to do anything on your phone but you pay the price.

Either way, there are a number of navigation products out there. Like I said before you need to figure out what your personal needs are and find the software which best fits those needs. For me, that turns out to be Garmin Mobile XT.

[ccuser]

Not to hijack this thread but is there a trial version available for any of these so called 'offline' software (or in any cooked ROM), so I can drive test before forking over $100+

[jrebeiro]

Not to hijack this thread but is there a trial version available for any of these so called 'offline' software (or in any cooked ROM), so I can drive test before forking over $100+

Most do not. Try going to Best Buy or Circuit City and play with one of the standalone devices. TomTom and MobileXT work exactly the same. Mio devices run iGo. Destinator is generally more popular in Europe than it is in the USA. I am not sure which, if any, standalone devices run Destinator. Maybe someone else can chime in with a PNA that runs it.

You can get Garmin Mobile XT from here:

http://www8.garmin.com/support/collection.jsp?product=010-00579-00

You can also get the free worldwide basemap from that link which you can use to test out the product. You may not get it to see the internal GPS tho since you do not have any unlock codes but you can always run the software in simulation to get a feel for how it navigates and online services should work.

[TalynOne]

Not to hijack this thread but is there a trial version available for any of these so called 'offline' software (or in any cooked ROM), so I can drive test before forking over $100+

Here's a 14 day trial version of iGuidance v4 you can try for about $10 (includes shipping costs):

http://www.buygpsnow.com/iGuidance_V4_GPS_Navigation_Software_Evaluation_DV D_14_Days_Trial_866.aspx

[scootle74]

Garmin Mobile XT supports bluechart and topo maps so you can use in a plane/boat. TeleNav can't do that.

wow, interesting. ever since the untimely demise of mapopolis, i've been looking for the replacement. garmin mobile xt sounds really compelling. offline maps is an absolute must-have. relying on a signal/data connection for a location/mapping device seems oddly illogical.

question though... it comes installed on a microSD card... can the program be moved to another card to run? i'd hate to have to plug in an SD card all the time just to run the software when my data and other apps live on another card...

thanks.

[gottspd]

Between Garmin and TomTom, I think TomTom is an easier to use application. Most steps are easier w/ TomTom. For example, changing the volume, which is something that I find I regularly do, is much, much easier on TT. The buttons are bigger so it's easier to click on things while driving (if need be). The UI's on both of them are great, so it's really down to the little things. Doing a route demo on the Garmin requires that you disable the GPS, which is weird.

One thing I like w/ Garmin is that it switches to night colors automatically. That's cool!

[Asphyx]

Scootie - You do not have to get the SDCard Version of Garmin. Get the CD instead. IT will allow you to install onto any WM device and even let you install it to the storage card on the unit if you want.

I have both TomTom and Garmin installed on my unit. Took a bit of trickery and two SDCards to get it to work but it can be done.

I much prefer the Garmin product because you can overlay different maps on the same unit. You can install the driving map and the topo map (and even the fishing maps if you want) you will see both sets of data on the unit. (may be a bit too much data for driving but the fact it is possible is good.)

The only drawback is you do need to have a PC to send maps to the unit with. And those maps need to be unlocked. Not a problem if you own them though.

I use the Garmin only because of the addresses it uses. I live in a rural area where my street actually has two designations, a major highway and a county road....
In Tom Tom I have to use the local (CR) designation or it will not recognize the address. In the Garmin I can use either or and it finds the address.

So thats what I based my decision on...

I have an 8GB SD Card in the unit and have the entire North America map on it (about 2Gigs used) and love it. I also have the entire Tom Tom package on the same unit...Anyone interested in how let me know.

[myculito]

Okay, so I have a question here....

I have the NT North America 2008 maps CD that was sent to me to update my Garmin Nuvi.

If I want to use these maps on my Mogul, what else do I need to install, other than the Garmin Mobile application? How exactly do I use the CD to add the maps to my SD card on my phone?