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TSlch78
post Dec 9 2010, 11:08 AM, updated 14y ago

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Android GPS software discovery based on user comments and some research:

1. PapagoX5
Most updated Malaysia map (3-1-2011). Worldwide map is limited. Multi-asian language support. No horizontal view.

You can buy it here:
http://www.m3shoppe.com/index.php?page=sho...emart&Itemid=26

Maps can be downloaded here free:
http://malfreemaps.com/index.php

2. Aura
Great UI. Need some time to learn to use it coz UI is abit confusing for first time user. Link.

3. Brut Map
Good. It has the support of googlemap. Require alot of memory for map storage compare to other GPS. Now maps can be pre-cache and cache size is smaller compare to previous. You cannot find this in the market. Follow the link: Updated Link

4. N-Drive
Refer to post #8 below.
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...post&p=38383654

5. Navigon
Limited Asia map support. Very expensive compare to other options. For further info: http://www.navigon.com/portal/int/index.html

6. Waze
New UI is cuter now! The only free GPS app but map in Malaysia is generally poor, Market Link.. Great for communicating with other Waze users about traffic jam, accident, etc....For more information, go here: http://world.waze.com/

7. PapagoM7
UI is in chinese. Same as X5.

8. A-GPS
Android default GPS. Voice navigation works only in USA. Useful if you are using it by walking or traveling in public transport. Not recommend for driving use though. I use SmartApp Protector to set GoogleMap always screen on. Therefore I can use it for driving nagivation now. Maps area can be pre-cache using WIFI. Then outside just use it offline.

9. Garmin
Currently only available for Asus-Garmin model.

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post Dec 9 2010, 11:16 AM

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This is what I have been telling the sales guy. But he replied me cannot support Froyo yet... sigh

This is the local reseller for PapagoX5

http://www.m3shoppe.com


Added on December 9, 2010, 11:17 am
QUOTE(StupidGuyPlayComp @ Dec 9 2010, 12:16 PM)
Ask a question, Papago and Ndrive both not using the A-GPS function right?

which GPS apps using it?
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I think only google navi using a-gps, and some nokia phones.. not sure. tongue.gif

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post Dec 9 2010, 11:53 AM

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QUOTE(ThisIsBoletaria @ Dec 9 2010, 12:30 PM)
Papago X5
+ MFM maps
+ 3D turn preview so that you don't get confused about which junction to take

- MFM maps is slow to update for Papago
- Impossible to import saved locations from other programs
- Difficult to input precise location data

NDrive
+ Fast
+ Can import .kml files to your location list.
+ British voice

o Cannot input coordinates in the program, but you can put in exact coordinates in Google Earth, export to .kml and then import into NDrive

- Confusing interface
- Maps are not very up to date (about 6 months old at the minimum for Malaysia)
- No free maps

Garmin
+ MFM maps
+ Frequently updated MFM maps
+ Can enter location by coordinates

- Currently exclusive to Asus-Garmin models.  In the future, it will be exclusive to Asus models.
Brut Google Maps
+ Uses Google Maps data, so worldwide availability

- You must view the map on your phone before Brut will save the map data. If you did not zoom in to an area and only looked at it from a lower zoom level, you will not have the zoomed in data.
- Downloading map data using third party programs is possible, but will take you days and days and days for just the Klang Valley if you take all the zoom levels you think you will need.
- Saved data takes up a lot of space on the phone (at least 300 mB for Klang Valley detailed map data alone)
- Must be connected to the Internet to calculate route if you use the Navigation feature
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Nice review. I think so far only Ndrive has support for coordinates input...
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post Dec 9 2010, 01:44 PM

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QUOTE(khalpowers @ Dec 9 2010, 01:06 PM)
Try new aura from sygic...the best gps so far...all gps apps i try already n aura is the best n nice ui... check it out yo!
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Looks good. Downloading now.

Btw, the 257Mb (including maps) that I am downloading is stored in SDCard?
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post Dec 9 2010, 01:57 PM

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QUOTE(StupidGuyPlayComp @ Dec 9 2010, 02:51 PM)
tongue.gif What the date of latest update map?
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I don't know. I just choose the Malaysia map. No date given. Still downloading now 160Mb to go
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post Dec 9 2010, 02:43 PM

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Just installed Aura. UI looks great 3D maps looks great too.

But it says I can only use until tomorrow..... sad.gif

@khalpowers,
The beta version no need activation? I already installed it from the market, need to uninstall and re-install the downloaded files if I want to use the beta version?
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post Dec 9 2010, 07:38 PM

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Aura is good. I think it is better than papagoX5 in terms of graphics, accuracy and UI though I only test it for 1+hour.
But the map is not as good as MFM for papagoX5. Some place I cant find in Aura I can easily find in papagoX5.

I m going to test using Aura for awhile since I can't use papagoX5 already and that stupid m3shoppe reseller said I can't use in android 2.2

In the meantime, I discovered something new in twitter. It is called Waze GPS. A free community base mapping like MFM too. Going to give it a try as well since it will have traffic info, which is important if you are driving around KL.. Think I am going to like Waze.. thumbup.gif

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post Dec 9 2010, 09:23 PM

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QUOTE(Boy96 @ Dec 9 2010, 09:48 PM)
Waze only use for traffic info and check if got accident or police roadblock, its map like crap only..
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Is it? Will test out Waze tomorrow..... But it does say the maps for malaysia is developing...


Added on December 10, 2010, 10:24 am
QUOTE(buntutwoman @ Dec 9 2010, 07:01 PM)
use m7 for android lor
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Where to get m7? tongue.gif


Btw, I have tested Waze, it is more like a mapping tool rather than a functional GPS like PapagoX5, Aura and Ndrive. Still if Waze maps and POIs are fully functional then I think it will be better than the existing GPS apps out there.
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post Dec 13 2010, 02:49 PM

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QUOTE(ThisIsBoletaria @ Dec 13 2010, 03:26 PM)
After using Sygic Aura for a few days, this is what I found:

Pros:
+ Superb interface and easy to use for the most part. 
Browsing the map is easy and intuitive because of the multitouch zoom feature and the fast rendering.

+ 3D terrain in 3D view helps you identify landmarks like hills and so on. 
It's reasonably accurate and I was impressed by how easy it was to orient yourself and check the accuracy of the directions.  This also helps in cities where there are actual 3D buildings shown: use the rooftops to orient yourself and you know you're on the right track.

+ AGPS support?
I think Aura uses wireless network data or cell tower data to make a rough placement even if GPS is off.  I might be wrong about this, but that is what it seemed like to me.  If it's true, then this is the only GPS program I've used so far that actually does it.
Cons:
- Very expensive maps. 
Seriously, Sygic, 60 USD for a map of Malaysia only?  Ndrive charges 20 Euro (about 26 USD) for one that has Malaysia, Brunei and Singapore all in one.

- No free maps
... which makes the previous point worse.

- Cannot easily import other locations from previous GPS programs. 
So far, only Ndrive has the ability to do this out of the box.

- Cannot edit a favourite location that you have already recorded. 
Change name? Yes.  Update location? No.  So if you just mark a location near where you want to go and then find that you made a mistake and it's actually on the next road, then the only thing you can do is make a new favourite location and delete the old one.

- Damn near impossible to cancel navigation
For some reason, Sygic buried the Cancel Navigation button three menus away from the map screen.  At the bottom of the page.  In a program that otherwise has an intuitive and easy to use interface, this stands out a lot.
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I thought maps are downloaded free from Aura downloader? Where you find the USD60 price tag?
Agree on the cancel navigation thing.
Ease of use is still PapagoX5, Aura is nice UI and graphics but a bit complicated to use..
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post Dec 13 2010, 08:56 PM

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QUOTE(johnkor @ Dec 9 2010, 04:08 PM)
Did anyone try Navigon ?
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I can't find navigon in the market? Can share the download link?
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QUOTE(slingswish @ Jan 9 2011, 01:34 PM)
guys which GPS can support SE x10 mini pro? running android v2.1
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I think you can try any one of the GPS app listed on the first post and see which one works best for you.
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post Jan 13 2011, 11:30 PM

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QUOTE(dswwong @ Jan 13 2011, 10:03 PM)
papago X5 is not listed in the Android Market....

Where can I download this and how to load/install into my HTC Desire ?

Someone mentioned Papago M7 for Android phones....which of the two is better ?
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You can download here

http://mazmiin.com/?p=767

Just unzip all the files, install the apk on your phone and move the unzip files to your sdcard.

papago M7 is in chinese interface ONLY.
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post Apr 17 2011, 05:22 PM

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QUOTE(staind @ Apr 17 2011, 05:18 PM)
Hi,

After purchasing Papapo X7 software, do we need to pay internet charges/data charges when using it? Thanks.
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How much you bought X7 software? Malaysia maps supported?

As I know, no internet/data charges for X5, X7 coz these are like standalone GPS where you need to download the maps first before using...


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post Feb 1 2012, 01:33 PM

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QUOTE(jtdc @ Feb 1 2012, 12:33 PM)
i see... where to buy this papago, damn why RM99, any source?

will this papago work, say i have wifi in my house (or some free wifi place) plot my route there, it downloads all it wants, and then i can just use GPS while on the road with data off?

will this save me from paying data charges (i only prepaid user) since everything available offline?  thanks.
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Check first post for buying details. IMHO, I don't recommend buying it. It is not worth the price. For occasional GPS use, you can just use google maps. You can pre-cache the google map area and use it offline when you travel outside.

 

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