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TSjtdc
post May 11 2012, 01:16 AM, updated 14y ago

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Sygic is a voice guided GPS navigation app. It's packed with latest maps and a robust set of navigation features. Both app and maps are updated for free. Maps are stored on the phone for offline use. Sygic is trusted by millions of customers around the globe.


Official Android Site : http://www.sygic.com/en/android
Compatible Phones : http://www.sygic.com/en/android:compatible-devices

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New features in BETA version 12.1 for Android:
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NEW NAVIGATION FEATURES
✓Turn after next turn indicator: appears when one turn follows closely after another to ensure a great driving experience in urban environment
✓POIs on route: default categories Petrol Stations and Rest Areas; or select which categories of POIs you want to see
✓POIs on highways: when driving on a Highway without a route planned you will see upcoming Petrol Stations or Rest Areas and the remaining distance
✓Current street is back: you will find it on the bottom of navigation screen; turn this feature on and off depending on your preference
✓View Start and Finish: when browsing route view Start or Finish by single tap
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USER COMFORT AND SAFETY
✓Advanced spoken warnings: text-to-speech warnings for special situations e.g. when speeding, approaching a speed camera
✓Cleaner interface: more comprehensive Settings; clean black background
✓Optimized map view: new color palette for parks and direction arrows, position arrow optimized for different zoom levels
✓Improved quick access menu: tap on the navigation bar to Find Parking, Find Petrol Station, Skip Waypoint
✓Save car position: tap on the position arrow to save current car position or start navigating to the last saved position
✓New Account possibilities: sign in using your Facebook or Google account

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post May 11 2012, 01:17 AM

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well it is available in android long time ago
and dunno what your point to create this thread
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post May 11 2012, 01:28 AM

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So, I noticed that Sygic has no official thread here. I happen to use Sygic also, currently at version 11.2.6 and thru threads of other GPS software like Papago, I've read there are other users of this too.


So hopefully we users can contribute our experiences of Sygic with this thread.


For one, even on my single core Xperia Arc LT15i, the GUI is buttery smooth including panning and resizing of maps. Seems like it has very good engine for displaying its graphics. The user experience in terms of this is excellent.

I can also see alot of options cos it has many menus, but are intuitive enough even for users who don't use all the features. I've been straying routes unintentionally and the rerouting computation is very fast to get me back on track.

Upon purchase of map(s), activation code is provided so I suppose it can be installed on any Android phone you own or will ever own, it is not tied to a single device. It has been mentioned also that in the final version 12.1 the application license will be linked with your Google account.

It has been pointed out on other threads that the Malaysia map is not always updated (compared to GPS softwares tied with MFM like Papago), but as I've read the upcoming version 12.1 would include update to Sygic Singapore and Malaysia (12.1 is already out for Sygic for iOS, but since I have no Sygic for iOS I dunno the difference).

So I do hope that when version 12.1 comes up, we get the sought after updated Malaysia map.

Map updating process is described HERE.


Added on May 11, 2012, 1:29 am
QUOTE(XeactorZ @ May 11 2012, 01:17 AM)
well it is available in android long time ago
and dunno what your point to create this thread
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can u give me the link so I can have mods close this supposed attempt to create an official thread? i did search in Android and I did not find any exact thread.

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post May 11 2012, 01:34 AM

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Is it totally free or trial version?
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post May 11 2012, 01:36 AM

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The software is freely downloadable from android market / Play Store.

As I have read, it works full for 7 days trial so users can test it.

After that, what needs to be paid for continued use, is your desired map(s).

http://www.sygic.com/en/android:buy-now

I saw "Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia" map bundle is USD 43 now (RM 132), though I have encountered instances before that they reduce the price sometimes as promotion.

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QUOTE(jtdc @ May 11 2012, 01:36 AM)
The software is freely downloadable from android market / Play Store.

As I have read, it works full for 7 days trial so users can test it.

After that, what needs to be paid for continued use, is your desired map(s).

http://www.sygic.com/en/android:buy-now

I saw "Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia" map bundle is USD 43 now (RM 132), though I have encountered instances before that they reduce the price sometimes as promotion.
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Means, after 7 days using Msia map, can't use anymore?
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post May 11 2012, 09:16 PM

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QUOTE(solsekuin44 @ May 11 2012, 03:11 PM)
Means, after 7 days using Msia map, can't use anymore?
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Hi. I am not sure what happens after 7 days, maybe the program will say "Activate Me" and won't run? If you have tried let us know.

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post May 11 2012, 10:05 PM

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QUOTE(jtdc @ May 11 2012, 09:16 PM)
Hi.  I am not sure what happens after 7 days, maybe the program will say "Activate Me" and won't run?  If you have tried let us know.
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Program will not work after 7 days. You will be directed to sygic website to purchase the maps


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QUOTE(jtdc @ May 11 2012, 01:36 AM)
The software is freely downloadable from android market / Play Store.

As I have read, it works full for 7 days trial so users can test it.

After that, what needs to be paid for continued use, is your desired map(s).

http://www.sygic.com/en/android:buy-now

I saw "Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia" map bundle is USD 43 now (RM 132), though I have encountered instances before that they reduce the price sometimes as promotion.
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For Msia/Spore maps : My first purchase in 2010 was Euro 30 ; second purchase special offer Euro 9.99 and last purchase this year was Euro 14.99
One licence to one phone. If you wish to change phone, just email sygic support - give them new phone IMEI, your purchase record and new phone will be activated usually within few hours

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This one is definitely better than PAPAGO! X5 (minus the map). Use a very minimal processing power, unlike the latter where it suck my S2 juice dry (it uses 1200mhz at all time).

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post May 12 2012, 08:58 AM

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Use ver 11, i think very good feature,smooth n does not suck batt on my 7+.btw how to change voice from man to girl.

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benny888, thanks ^^
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Got it, awesome.Thanks bro nordingh for step by step guide on how to use it. brows.gif
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QUOTE(benny888 @ May 11 2012, 10:05 PM)
Program will not work after 7 days. You will be directed to sygic website to purchase the maps


Added on May 11, 2012, 10:07 pm
For Msia/Spore maps : My first purchase in 2010 was Euro 30 ; second purchase special offer Euro 9.99 and last purchase this year was Euro 14.99
One licence to one phone. If you wish to change phone, just email sygic support - give them new phone IMEI, your purchase record  and new phone will be activated usually within few hours
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weird thing, i'm using tab 10.1 wifi, then recently i flash aokp rom, now sygic cannot run.....does the imei change?
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post May 14 2012, 11:00 PM

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great GPS even on offline..reliable
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post May 15 2012, 02:08 AM

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too much of stuff going on in this app, seriously

have you guys seen Nokia Drive on WP? lol
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post Jul 24 2012, 08:41 AM

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To update, the stable version 12.1.0 was released last July 19 smile.gif

CODE
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sygic.aura


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post Jul 24 2012, 01:18 PM

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QUOTE(jtdc @ Jul 24 2012, 08:41 AM)
To update, the stable version 12.1.0 was released last July 19 smile.gif

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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sygic.aura

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if there an standalone malaysia map file for download? download thru wifi is quite long..
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post Sep 17 2012, 11:15 PM

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issit the map accurate as papago?
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post Jan 1 2013, 03:31 AM

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been using it since april 2012..and yes, absolutely good. sharp and accurate..but often need to look out for the update

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post Jan 1 2013, 08:12 AM

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I am always very nervous about hanging the phone in the car when the car is moving and creating some vibration. In the market they usually put those hangers with "plastic sucker" - either stick it to the windscreen or dashboard. But wouldn't it will become loose and then the phone will drop off and might damage the phone ?

Those devices meant for GPS use only are much lighter than my smartphone ler, they will not fall off so easily. My smart phone is just too heavy.

And then you wouldn't stick the hangers there all the time right ? Meaning after use you will dismantle it ? It's so leceh !


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QUOTE(puchongite @ Jan 1 2013, 08:12 AM)
I am always very nervous about hanging the phone in the car when the car is moving and creating some vibration. In the market they usually put those hangers with "plastic sucker" - either stick it to the windscreen or dashboard. But wouldn't it will become loose and then the phone will drop off and might damage the phone ?

Those devices meant for GPS use only are much lighter than my smartphone ler, they will not fall off so easily. My smart phone is just too heavy.

And then you wouldn't stick the hangers there all the time right ? Meaning after use you will dismantle it ? It's so leceh !
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I have yet to see mine drop off even after months of usage. Just take it out say every 3-4 months n wipe clean the suckers
I m using note2 with it
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QUOTE(benny888 @ Jan 1 2013, 08:18 AM)

I have yet to see mine drop off even after months of usage. Just take it out say every 3-4 months n wipe clean the suckers
I m using note2 with it
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Well, if it is not too troublesome for you, do you mind posting a picture of your jig with the note2 hanging on it ?

Thanks a million.
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post Jan 1 2013, 11:15 AM

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How often do they update their map anyway? As far as I know they only update when they update their app

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post Jan 4 2013, 04:35 PM

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it this offline or need data plan?
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QUOTE(arayz @ Jan 4 2013, 04:35 PM)
it this offline or need data plan?
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Offline but you need to go online during installation to pull down the map data. The map data is a few hundred MB, so they recommend you to use WIFI for that instead of blowing off the quota of your 3G.
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Right now sygic have 30% off and buy one free one. anybody care to share this. we can just divide the price.

 

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