GPS NAVIGATION :: SOFTWARE + MAPS
SOFTWARE + REGION SUPPORT COMPARISON
COMMUNITY FEEDBACK + REVIEW + POLL!
To assist the community, and members of this forum, there is a need to build a "database" of new, current and available software which is compatible with certain devices. Also, there is a MAJOR need to know if maps are or are not available for specifc regions / countries and continents.
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Thank you to you all for spending the time to help others, and providing your feedback and experience:
- Skye Menjou, Melvinchng, Rolks, Stunno,
- Jamadant, Nisshal88, Cyberbean, SzahnDhore,
- Frank C, Javipm, SabbeRubbish, Jonastro,
- Soulquarian33, Assasinator, Andrey765, Iveky,
- kkqazi, and ME!
HTC WILDFIRE A333x :: GPS SOFTWARE vs. GEOGRAPHIC GPS MAPS
HTC WILDFIRE A333x COMPATIBLE GPS SOFTWARE:
Please provide your feedback for the following GPS navigation software developers and your feedback/experience with them, and which you have found operate best on the WildFire!
Please include version numbers and any updates used to get the software working.
# CoPilot v8 (http://www.alk.com/copilot/ / User Guide: http://www.alk.com/support/)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
Version 8.2 has positive feedback. No problems reported.
XDA-Developers User Feedback Summary:
v8.2 Works fine for all users (WildFire).
Interface can look a little "Childish" (Cartoon-ish / Overly simplified).
Straight forward and easy-to-use menu system.
Available updates for speed camera alerts and database in certain areas.
Multiple voices available, allows you to pick a voice you are comfortable with (use your home wireless connection to save $ when you download and preview each voice addon.).
Maps are not downloaded over the internet. Maps are stored on your SDCard.
Available maps are kept up-to-date for most countries (even small european countries).
Automatic map updates available via the internet (directly on the phone) and stores updated maps on SD Card.
Positive feedback from users.
Negative feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
# Destinator (http://www.idestinator.com)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
Update! Destinator now supports the Android OS, and has maps available for FOUR continents!
Awaiting feedback...?
XDA-Developers User Feedback Summary:
Available at the Android Shop!
Maps are stored on SD Card (Expandable memory recommended!).
No expensive bills for data usage!
Maps now support four continents: United Kingdom, North America, Western Europe and Austral-asia. > (http://www.destinatornavstore.com/)
# Nav-N-Go IGO v8 (http://www.navngo.com/ / http://www.navngo.com/pages/global/eng/igo_8_description)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
Version 8 works on the WildFire, however "hacks" are required to successfully install the software.
XDA-Developers User Feedback Summary:
v8 is difficult to install, as you must change the screen resolution (of the WildFire) to something compatible with the software.
Must use installation "hack" to allow installation.
Screen resolution and quality of maps is not very good (on WildFire).
Maps seem to only support Europe! (Eastern and Western Europe)
Negative feedback from users.
# Google Maps (http://www.google.com/mobile/navigation/)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
Independant of version. All maps are stored on Google's server.
XDA-Developers User Feedback Summary:
Uses high amounts of data so becomes expensive.
You must subscribe for a high bandwidth data plan with your carrier.
Independant of network coverage (whether you receive map updates).
Supports ONLY the U.K. and the U.S.A!
The "Robot Voice" can make it difficult to understand audio prompts and commands.
Audio voice also difficult to hear and understand with background noise (V8 Engine, Traffic, etc.).
Great coverage when in a country with coverage (UK or USA).
Drains your battery faster with the data connection! Battery life is heavily reduced.
Negative feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
Negative feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
# Navigon v9 (http://www.navigon.com/)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
Awaiting feedback...
XDA-Developers User Feedback Summary:
Voice and feedback too quiet.
WildPuzzle ROM is recommended, as audio is much louder.
Positive feedback from users.
Negative feedback from users.
# Nav4All (http://www.nav4all.com/)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
Awaiting feedback...
Latest version is v9. More info required.
Their website lists support for the Android OS.
# NDrive (http://www.ndriveweb.com/)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
Awaiting feedback...
XDA-Developers User Feedback Summary:
Stability problems. Crashes on start-up. (Software or Android Version unknown).
Negative feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
Negative feedback from users.
Positive feedback from users.
# Route66 (http://www.route66.com.au/)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
Awaiting feedback...
# Sygic (http://www.sygic.com/)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
It would seem version 9 ONLY works with Android OS 2.1. Currently unexpected results occur for Android OS 2.2 users.
XDA-Developers User Feedback Summary:
v9 - Experienced problems on WildFire phone. Did not work. (User did not provide OS version. Suspect v2.2)
Works well with Android OS v2.1. (User feedback)
Unstable and crashes on Andoird OS v2.2. (Recommend waiting for updates from Sygic website or Android OS updates).
Small installation file. Useful features.
Small maps - appearance okay.
Map coverage not as great as other GPS providers (Such as Google or CoPilot).
Cannot find all destinations entered.
Positive feedback from users.
Negative feedback from users.
Negative feedback from users.
# TomTom (http://www.tomtom.com/)
Which version works and supports the HTC WildFire?
Awaiting feedback...
Still waiting for Android OS release!!!
# More?....
Can you think of any other GPS software packages? Whether 'Online' (Internet connection required) or 'Offline' (Maps stored internally). Please provide your feedback - whether good or bad!
HTC WILDFIRE A333x GEOGRAPHIC GPS MAPS
Please provide your own feedback and experience when trying different versions of maps for the regions listed below.
If you used a country only map (rather than an entire region) then please provide the country name and the version and date of the map.
# Europe [Eastern, Central, Western]
Which software (and version) supports the latest GPS maps for this region?
The 17th of March 2010 seems to be the most recent version for CoPilot 8.2 (change log).
MAP VERSION INFORMATION:
Product Name: GRD_NT.EU-Europe-3.2009.01 /eu/Europe/data/version.dat)
Data Version: 1.13.5.2
Data Format: 8.0
Coverage:
Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Moldova, Monaco, Montenegro, Netherlands,Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, San Marino, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vatican City.
Note: Turkey not included!
# North America [Canada, Alaska, Mexico, U.S.A.]
Which software (and version) supports the latest GPS maps for this region?
The 17th of March 2010 appears to be the most recent version for CoPilot 8.2 (change log).
MAP VERSION INFORMATION:
Product Name: GRD_ALK.NA-UnitedStates-32.2009.04 (/na/United States/data/version.dat)
Product Name: GRD_ALK.NA-Mexico-137.2009.04 (na/Mexico/data/version.dat)
Product Name: GRD_ALK.NA-Canada-136.2009.04 (/na/Canada/data/version.dat)
Data Version: 3.7.3.1
Data Format: 8.0
Coverage:
Canada, Mexico, Alaska, United States,
# South America [Cuba, Mexico, and all the way south!]
Which software (and version) supports the latest GPS maps for this region?
Awaiting information and feedback...
# Asia [Mainland Asia, China, Japan, Korea, Thailand, etc.]
Which software (and version) supports the latest GPS maps for this region?
Awaiting information and feedback...
# Africa [African continent countries, South Africa, Egypt, etc.]
Which software (and version) supports the latest GPS maps for this region?
Awaiting information and feedback...
# Austral-asia / Oceania [Australia, New Zealand, South Pacific Islands, etc.]
Which software (and version) supports the latest GPS maps for this region?
The 17th of March 2010 appears to be the most recent version for CoPilot 8.2 (change log).
MAP VERSION INFORMATION:
Product Name: GRD_NT.OC-Australia-199.2009.02 (/oc/data/version.dat)
Data Version: 2.4.1.2
Data Format: 8.0
Coverage:
Australia, New Zealand,
Let's try and get a comprehensive list of software and maps that are compatible with the WildFire devices!
Constructive feedback with reasons and version numbers are essential!
Please provide as much detail as possible!
Thank you and have a great day!
- Felipe M.
Destinator 6 for PocketPC and
Aren't version numbers only usefull if you PIRATE an application?
Also you can just email a dev for support for the wildfire...
Why is it, that almost EVERY topic I read, rather than people being constructive and offering users' their feedback - instead, I see people suggesting that a topic is focused on piracy??
You do realise there are websites like Google, don't you?
Look at the topic! How on earth can this be piracy?
The reason for a topic with accurate and relevant information such as versions:
e.g. v10.1 may support HTC Desire, and not the HTC Wildfire. v10.5 may support both, but without any compatible maps for Canada, Europe and Asia! This topic is aimed at MAPS and GPS software availability.
Some software will work on the WildFire, however will have maps more than 2+ years old!
It's such a pity there are people so 'close-minded' as you... willing to waste their time, submiting responses like that!
Alright kiddo, Here's an application for you CoPilot EU Version.
God knows what version it is, its the latest from the market.
Pretty uptodate for Belgium.
But personally I am still waiting for TomTom to come.
I have a feeling it will be here in a while.
Oh and map version, I have no clue it automatically downloads them from their server onto your SD card.
Sygic GPS works fine. Small installation file, but useful. Maps is small, but all just looks fine. But google map's coverage is larger than Sygic. Google map can find the location that sygic cant find. Just install both of them and u can go anywhere.
i have Copilot Live Pro 8.2.0.218 and navigon 2.6.1, good soft. i used cygic9, but didnt work on my wildfire and ndrive crash at beginning.
google map still the best, almost 99.99% coverage compare to all of the gps.
LOL :B
Thank you for your feedback!
From what I knew about Google Maps:
- it only works in the U.S.A.!
- it requires a data connection,
- the average device has a minimum of 8gb! Maps are less than 500mb, is it not faster and easier to have local maps, rather than require a data connection (especially if in an area of bad coverage),
- covers a minority of the worlds population.
- slow on updates and zoom, and incredibly slow street view (if available),
- and so on....
I may be wrong, but it doesn't offer many features outside of the USA/Canada...
http://www.google.com/mobile/navigation/
Scroll to bottom and select your country....
Google Maps works fine in the UK, but I find the robot voice difficult to hear over the thundering of my Ford diesel engine.
Sygic works well with 2.1 but not so well on 2.2, there are LOTS of crashes
I tried Copilot but did not like the interface, looks like it has been designed by ToysRUS or the Early Learning Centre
Navigation
CoPilot Live 8.2 Works absolutely fine for me, updates speed cameras and is quite a reasonable interface.
Navigon is ok but very quiet on stock roms although it is louder using the wildpuzzle
IGO8 is a bit difficult to install because you must change the screen resolution on wildfire. there is a small installation hack for this but screen is still not very good.
Google Maps is pretty good, but uses a lot of your data plan each time and would be prohibitively expensive outside uk.
Be aware, from my research it appears that copilot is the only one that is ok outside uk, others you have to change maps etc.
Hope this helps
Regards
Wow! Fantastic feedback people!
Thank you for spending the time helping others!
Updating topic with users feedback!
Thanks!
Papago X5
I'm using Papago X5 for Malaysian maps. I used to use Sygic but upon moving on to froyo, sygic kept crashing. Papago's maps seems to be more extensive than that of Sygics and is quite accurate. However, it does not have as many features as Sygic.
nisshal88 said:
I'm using Papago X5 for Malaysian maps. I used to use Sygic but upon moving on to froyo, sygic kept crashing. Papago's maps seems to be more extensive than that of Sygics and is quite accurate. However, it does not have as many features as Sygic.
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You say GPS quite accurate on Froyo. What is your Froyo custom rom do you use on Wildfire? I ask you cause in any custom rom that I use the GPS do not accurate on Google Map App.
Thank you and sorry for my English.
I use GPS a lot in my job and CoPilot 8 has yet to fail me on finding an obscure address in the middle of the dark swedish forests. A few speed limits and recent constructions are not up to date, but apart from that It's very nice.
Google Navigation doesn't work in Sweden, but using the modded version I've tried it out. It crashed a lot and didn't have speed camera info, but it had a somewhat nicer interface and the calculated travel times were more accurate. Searching for a destination is simpler too.
Have been using Sygic both on WM phone and now Android (2.1). Using with WM the program was very stable and good enough to navigate both for private and business purposes.
On Android the screen resolution is less good but acceptable......the big annoyance is that the program looses gps connection during a few seconds up to more than 15 minutes and than comes back......a restart does not help. Suppose people refer to this when they talk about crashing. I use Sygic mobile maps 10, version 8.14
TomTom did not have any crashes on WM so anxiously waiting till it comes available for Android. TomTom seems to be working on an Android version.
I use Sygic mobile maps 10 on Cyanogenmod Stable and works fine.
Sorry for the bump.
But I just contacted Sygic support asking for Wildfire compatibility and they informed me that it is NOT compatible.
How come you guys are stating that it works?
Thanks
I'm evaluating whether I'd go for the Wildfire or the € 200 more expensive Desire. I bought the HTC Touch Cruise 3 years ago for € 540 and was utterly disappointed that I got little value for my money. That's why I need to know whether Sygic runs decently on Wildfire or not... If you could post youtube video, that would be great
SabbeRubbish said:
Sorry for the bump.
But I just contacted Sygic support asking for Wildfire compatibility and they informed me that it is NOT compatible.
How come you guys are stating that it works?
Thanks
I'm evaluating whether I'd go for the Wildfire or the € 200 more expensive Desire. I bought the HTC Touch Cruise 3 years ago for € 540 and was utterly disappointed that I got little value for my money. That's why I need to know whether Sygic runs decently on Wildfire or not... If you could post youtube video, that would be great
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I have used both Touch Cruise 1 and 2 with Sygic and got good performance (stability and navigation function) although I liked TomTom better, but that can be ofcourse a matter of personal preference.
On Wildfire I tried Sygic 8.14, 8.16 and 8.06 and all of them had their problems.........ranging from crashing, not able to get GPS started and in case of 8.16 I could not even activate maps.......I am a bit dissapointed in Sygic since on their site there is no reference as to not working with Wildfire. Note I am using stock Froyo Rom.
Searching now for alternative......
Copilot live 8
Yesterday installed Copilot Live 8. Was an easy process. Maps can be downloaded via WiFi.
Due to some reason I could not download the complete Europe map but only do this in pieces. Navigation across boarders therefor not possible.....you even have to close the programm to switch maps.
Apart from that it has not crashed, although I made only 2 rides up till now.
Screen resolution is much better than Sygic. And the buttons are bigger which makes it easier to navigate menu's compared to sygic. Just like TomTom (and Sygic) a lot of settings possible. Even on-line updates possible.
Will report back when I gathered more experience.
navdroyd works fine for me ,
has support for maps all over the world
its a offline gps software ,
has voice guidance
Hi,
Anybody have any success with Voice Recognition on the phone without an internet, as in downloading the analysis repository or something?
I've Been looking for the same for a long time now
If you are into developing apps this could help.
Building application with pocketsphinx (sorry can't post links yet, but just google it)
PocketSphinx is a small-footprint continuous speech recognition system, freely licensed under a simplified BSD license, suitable for handheld and desktop applications. It features:
Cross-platform: Linux, Windows, Mac OS X, iPhoneOS
Experimental support for Nokia S60v3 and Windows Mobile
Support for semi-continuous, phonetically-tied, and fully continuous acoustic models
Model footprint on disk of about 10MB per language
Memory footprint under 20MB for medium-vocabulary continuous recognition
Trigram language models and JSGF finite-state grammars
Acoustic models for English and Mandarin
Small language models for English and Mandarin (simplified and traditional characters)
Python language bindings
GStreamer multimedia framework integration
Have fun
Dip
Xxxdevilxxx said:
Hi,
Anybody have any success with Voice Recognition on the phone without an internet, as in downloading the analysis repository or something?
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Looking for this, now that this is available in 4.1. Tried this in nexus s, not only is this offline - it's way more accurate also! Offline accuracy is absolute credo compared to this.
I really hope this can be ported to galaxy s2.
hirak99 said:
Looking for this, now that this is available in 4.1. Tried this in nexus s, not only is this offline - it's way more accurate also! Offline accuracy is absolute credo compared to this.
I really hope this can be ported to galaxy s2.
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Hi
I want to know about how to start offline voice recognition system in android 5.1 system update it was working in my old android kikat 4.4.4 and even I can also call by just saying call and the person name but now none is working. Do you have any idea how to use offline speech recognition system. I have already download the English UK offline pack and also tts pack for it and also tell me how to use hands free in it
Used the same google email addr I had in my old evo 4g. The issue is that the voice translation doesn't seem to be understanding most words I say. Had no such issues with the old evo, in fact, close to 90%+ accuracy. Cleared the voice history from my google profile (link from the google dashboard), but the issue continues.
I don't use speech-text often, but it would be nice if it worked. Everything else works on the phone, so its likely some software issue.
Thoughts?
Cleared the voice history from my google profile (link from the google dashboard),
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this.
now google-ri has to relearn your speaking. give it a couple weeks and it should get better again.
I assumed that was the right thing to do, given that this is a new piece of hardware, probably 'hears' me differently than the old one.
How does the google voice program learn from it's mistakes. It's not as though it lets you correct the incorrectly identified words.
its hidden in the "privacy policy" (yea i know, i'm weird for reading all that stuff)
What is the benefit of personalized speech recognition?
Speech recognition is based on statistical modeling. To recognize spoken words, we compare the input speech to a statistical model of the language and try to find the closest match - the system's best guess at what the user said. The statistical model is huge - it must cover all of the fundamental sounds of the language (phonemes), all of the words, and all of the different ways that the words can be strung together in the spoken language. Furthermore, it must capture all of the variations among users that happen when a language is spoken, for example all of the different dialects and accents and individual differences in the sound of the voice (e.g., male vs. female, young vs. old).
Knowing what you said in the past allows us to build specialized models that are designed to match your voice and your words. Over time, this allows us to improve the speech recognition accuracy for you. But to do that, we must keep track of what you said in the past.
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A note about corrections
When you speak, we present to you what it is that our algorithm thought you said. When you make a correction we capture that correction. However, we do it only for words - no numbers or words with special characters. Furthermore, we limit the correction only to cases where you substitute one word with one or two other words. If you simply add text we do not capture it.
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its tied to your google account, not the hardware.