QUOTE(anson81 @ Mar 13 2009, 05:10 PM)
i saw the feature also got the speed trap warning.... is it true??
have you tried this feature bro andy??
Yes, but it's not 'live'. What GPS said doesn't mean it happens right away. It just tells you that those favourite speed trap hotspots.
Yes, I encountered before when I go up to KL and SG - All the way beeping because those stratches are hotspots.
QUOTE(foocy2001 @ Mar 13 2009, 06:49 PM)
Let me clarify regarding the speed trap warning and road block warnings on the Garmin nuvi GPS unit.
These warnings are included into the Malsingmaps and Malfreemaps. (standard Garmin maps don't have such warnings) They are custom POIs contributed by members of both map communities. When you reach and area that usually has a speed trap or roadblock, the GPS will beep signalling you to be cautious when approaching the area. It does not detect speed traps or warn you on incoming road blocks.
It also beeps to warn you to slow down if the stretch of road is indicated to be a certain speed and you're going above it, say 80km/h and you're driving at 110km/h.
Agreed that FriendFinder is a cheap way to track it but telecommunication towers only give you an approximate location. Better than nothing I guess. Captor GPS tracking system can track your car to within 5 meters of it's location. Downside is if car is in tunnel, basement carpark, covered area, container, then it will not be able to track. GPS signal needs 'line-of-sight', meaning the GPS receiver can see the satellites up in the sky. That's why Captor RF is a better bet if you are interested in higher chances of recovery. Of course Captor RF/GPS is the ultimate la, both systems in one but mahal nak mampus!
Got, standard Gamin map also have.
I think for CAPTOR, if not enough budget, can use Friend Finder, combine with CAPTOR's GSM/GPS. That way will save a lot. Hehe...