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I see Telenav is finaly available for download from Sprint on the Fusic officialy. All I can say is WOW. This version is FAR better than the 3.x series. The maps look great and are also available in 3d. It runs alot faster too. I'm in my office now so I can't say how the moving maps are (they were a little slow on previous versions when compared to Garmin) but I will post about that later. :clap:
I bet garmin is going to fire back with a 3-D verison. I heard it been in the works for awhile.
laursifer
08-14-2006, 02:54 PM
Well it looks like I have some work to do then... ;) Keep your eye on RP.
*Edit: I'm getting it now, but it's worth noting I had to sign on from the website for it to show up. Still isn't showing up when I try to buy directly from my phone.
autoprime
08-14-2006, 03:10 PM
weee
campbellswrath
08-14-2006, 03:15 PM
Woohoo
laursifer
08-14-2006, 03:23 PM
Wow... it IS nice... Now I wanna go places.
BALDheadedGRL
08-14-2006, 03:27 PM
works on katana, but not full screen :(
autoprime
08-14-2006, 03:33 PM
hmm.. i dont think theres any 240x320 phones that have this and allow you to extract.
sucky.
laursifer
08-14-2006, 03:35 PM
hmm.. i dont think theres any 240x320 phones that have this and allow you to extract.
sucky.
I know, right? Sprint needs s'more QVGA phones right now :D
a_c_s
08-14-2006, 03:39 PM
I'm surprised the app does not port well across hardware platforms...the older version was written for all screen sizes, wasn't it? Many well written games and apps do not have different versions for different screen sizes...I'm shocked this is not full screen on Sanyos, but it looks FANTASTIC on my Fusic...the maps are more accurate and a lot more detailed...have not used it in the car yet, but I can already tell it works better than 3.9.36, at least with my phone...
JSMZ
08-14-2006, 03:45 PM
Its SPECTACULAUR !..... But has anyone else noticed with all of these GPS apps that the compass allways says your pointed north ? :p
autoprime
08-14-2006, 03:48 PM
I know, right? Sprint needs s'more QVGA phones right now :D
i dont know how possible this is... but we're both gonna be super happy if this works out.
somewhere in the browser version/phone version it tells Sprint.com which phone youre using. it is NOT dependant on ESN or Vision username.
so if i can find out where in the phone its telling these sites which phone im using and edit that... i could use my A900 and d/l all those older games we've wanted(like ummmmm.. bejeweled MP) as well as lets say.. the new telenav(if it were supported on the katana/5600/a800/9000).
ill keep you posted :)
laursifer
08-14-2006, 03:48 PM
I'm surprised the app does not port well across hardware platforms...the older version was written for all screen sizes, wasn't it?
Sure was. I was surprised, too, but that NFL Mobile app that's for free is the same way. Most APPS usually ported from handset-to-handset without a problem, but I guess we're reaching the end of those days. 'Tis a shame.
laursifer
08-14-2006, 03:50 PM
...(like ummmmm.. bejeweled MP)...
ill keep you posted :)
I know I shouldn't get my hopes up but... dude... that would make me the happiest person in the whole world.
ediggity
08-14-2006, 05:17 PM
Its SPECTACULAUR !..... But has anyone else noticed with all of these GPS apps that the compass allways says your pointed north ? :p
I don't think the compass works like a true compass [at least seems logical to me]. It works when you are moving because it uses GPS and needs a reference point to figure out direction u are facing or moving.
Lythium
08-14-2006, 07:05 PM
I got to use it this evening during travel and the moving maps seem to be updated a whole lot quicker now. Pretty much as real time as a full size gps unit is. For the most part the routes were correct except for one glitch I came a across. This area of the Bronx with elevated roadways over top of roadways would present a problem for any gps.
One thing I'm still dissapointed with, and I know it's this phone, is the speaker. On the highest volume it is hardly acceptable with the road noise in my car. Some apps do have good volume and clarity but most of the ones I've used so far do not.
Poitier
08-14-2006, 07:28 PM
I just hope a verison for the Sanyo 9000 will be available soon.
chazzzle
08-15-2006, 07:27 AM
maybe telenav can make use of the FM Transmitter in Fusic?
88jr
08-15-2006, 07:41 AM
Here you go guys, try this:
Get out the headphones that come with the Fusic. Take the half that plugs into the phone and plug it in. Now, the opposite end has a regular head phone jack. Plug in a cassette adapter ($10 at Wally World) and put that in your car stereo. SLAP! Now you have your GPS sound in your car! You could probably find an FM transmitter to plug into that standard headphone jack for less than $30 and do that too.
Any differences in the one available through Sprint versus version 3.9.16?
Lythium
08-15-2006, 07:58 AM
Any differences in the one available through Sprint versus version 3.9.16?
It's hardly even the same program.. Leaps and bounds better.
a_c_s
08-15-2006, 09:31 AM
It holds the GPS signal better, maps are a lot more detailed and better looking, and there is an option for 3D maps...really cool...the business finder is still a little lacking compared to Garmin, at least where I live, but as far as navigation, this is superb...
Poitier
08-15-2006, 10:21 AM
It holds the GPS signal better, maps are a lot more detailed and better looking, and there is an option for 3D maps...really cool...the business finder is still a little lacking compared to Garmin, at least where I live, but as far as navigation, this is superb...
Do you like it better than Garmin 3.0? ....and do you think Garmin has a 3D verison in the works?
No Limit
08-15-2006, 12:27 PM
I've been using Garmin for a couple of weeks before I tried out TeleNav today. It seems like TeleNav is much better at displaying what exit to take next or what turn to make when compared to Garmin. It reminds of the TomTom GPS device that I use for my car. I hope Garmin comes out with a newer version that competes with this latest version of TeleNav.
a_c_s
08-16-2006, 03:40 PM
Do you like it better than Garmin 3.0? ....and do you think Garmin has a 3D verison in the works?
For navigation, I like it better than Garmin 3.0 hands down...on my Fusic, TeleNav gets a signal much more quickly and the new mapping graphics look great...I thought Garmin took a step backwards with their maps in the latest release, not to mention there is no volume on the Fusic for some reason...even on my 9000, I prefer the new TeleNav...as far as the business finder, Garmin still wins hands down, although I use Streetfinder/Vindigo/Zagat for that purpose anyway...I've heard rumors Garmin might be coming out with a similar product, and when they do, I'll be first in line to give it a try...up until the latest release of TeleNav, I personally gave Garmin the edge, but Garmin is going on the shelf for the time being...
acunn1
08-16-2006, 07:40 PM
Are they ever going to make it available for the A-900 ?
a_c_s
08-16-2006, 09:07 PM
Are they ever going to make it available for the A-900 ?
there are a lot of threads on this subject so you can probably find out more in them, but no, you will never have GPS on your A900...it does not support it...it will not be fixed in a firmware update either...the next generation of that phone will undoubtedly address this, but I feel sorry for those with A900's that have been patiently waiting for GPS...really sucks...inexcusable oversight for a high-end phone... :bang:
cassiepro
08-16-2006, 09:27 PM
Is there a link to RP? I can't find it ....
fivestars
08-17-2006, 02:21 AM
TeleNav 5.0.53 is great, especially when driving at night. It is sooo coool!
HarshReality
08-17-2006, 04:32 AM
Well, maybe when my contract is up they will have a 900 similar with the GPS going... one can dream.
**Unless we can find a firmware h*cker that can find a way around the GPS issues
alaron
08-17-2006, 11:14 AM
I just downloaded the newest version for the a920.... seems the same old thing to me... am I missing something obvious?
JSMZ
08-17-2006, 11:16 AM
I just downloaded the newest version for the a920.... seems the same old thing to me... am I missing something obvious?
Yep... 5.053 is only officially available for the fusic. If you want it you have to be sneaky :p
alaron
08-17-2006, 11:28 AM
Yep... 5.053 is only officially available for the fusic. If you want it you have to be sneaky :p
Ahhh gotcha. *goes to another unnamed forum*
CellGeek
08-17-2006, 12:06 PM
Is it possible to interrupt telenav on the Fusic, initiate a call, and then resume telenav? Or is it necessary to about telenav to take a call and then restart it and re-enter your destination after completing the call?
CellGeek
08-17-2006, 12:10 PM
Why do you like Garmin better? The problem with Garmin is that it doesn't let you select a different route type. For example, on Telenav, you can select "no highways", "shortest", "fastest", or "pedestarian". Garmin doesn't give you this very useful feature. Is there anyway to do this with Garmin? Also according to mobile.garmin.com, Garmin doesn't support nearly as many phones as Telenav. It is my opinion that Garmin is very significantly behing the curve.
For navigation, I like it better than Garmin 3.0 hands down...on my Fusic, TeleNav gets a signal much more quickly and the new mapping graphics look great...I thought Garmin took a step backwards with their maps in the latest release, not to mention there is no volume on the Fusic for some reason...even on my 9000, I prefer the new TeleNav...as far as the business finder, Garmin still wins hands down, although I use Streetfinder/Vindigo/Zagat for that purpose anyway...I've heard rumors Garmin might be coming out with a similar product, and when they do, I'll be first in line to give it a try...up until the latest release of TeleNav, I personally gave Garmin the edge, but Garmin is going on the shelf for the time being...
CellGeek
08-17-2006, 12:18 PM
:ranting1: :rant:
The main problem with GPS software like Telenav and Garmin is caused by Sprint!! Sprint needs to offer data roaming on ALL CDMA roaming partners otherwise your GPS will be rendered a useless brick in areas of Oregon where your phone is roaming on Verizon Wireless. The damn CDMA providers (Sprint and Verizon) need to get their act together regarding data roaming otherwise the GSM providers are going to kick their ass! Sprint is offering more and more applications that rely on a network data connection however, they fail to address this simple problem. When are we going to get this feature? Does anyone know?
Lythium
08-17-2006, 01:24 PM
Is it possible to interrupt telenav on the Fusic, initiate a call, and then resume telenav? Or is it necessary to about telenav to take a call and then restart it and re-enter your destination after completing the call?
I have not seen a way to do this. However, there is a handy feature in telenav and garmin that let you nav recent address inputs.
laursifer
08-17-2006, 02:22 PM
Lythium is right. The phone would have to be multi-tasking, and it's not. That's something I'd like Sprint to add to their phones one day, but I imagine it will be years and years.
harris
08-17-2006, 03:01 PM
When will sprint release 5.xxx for the Samsung A920?
fivestars
08-18-2006, 01:28 AM
Poitier,
How do you know Garmin is in the works? I really want to check it out, so let me know -do you have inside sources?
laursifer
08-18-2006, 08:59 AM
If a new one is in the works, it's not available for you to try. When it is, believe me, there will be a post here about it :)
Poitier
08-18-2006, 01:25 PM
If a new one is in the works, it's not available for you to try. When it is, believe me, there will be a post here about it :)
I have no inside sources just rumors. I did call Telenav customer service and tech support and they said Tevenav 5.0 may never be available for older phones. If this is true this really sucks.
ziggy4500
08-22-2006, 08:22 PM
i'm guessing you need a PV vision to use the new version? or can my 7400 use it?
mmace1
08-22-2006, 10:43 PM
:ranting1: :rant:
The main problem with GPS software like Telenav and Garmin is caused by Sprint!! Sprint needs to offer data roaming on ALL CDMA roaming partners otherwise your GPS will be rendered a useless brick in areas of Oregon where your phone is roaming on Verizon Wireless. The damn CDMA providers (Sprint and Verizon) need to get their act together regarding data roaming otherwise the GSM providers are going to kick their ass! Sprint is offering more and more applications that rely on a network data connection however, they fail to address this simple problem. When are we going to get this feature? Does anyone know?
Just FYI, most of Oregon is US Cellular, only the Willamette Valley, and a small portion of the far northeast of the state has any Verizon towers at all.
JohnnyC
08-22-2006, 10:56 PM
i'm guessing you need a PV vision to use the new version? or can my 7400 use it?
Nope... you DO NOT need power vision to use this version...i have regular vision w/my 8300 and it works beautifully
autoprime
08-23-2006, 06:01 AM
is this available for any other phones yet?
CrazyX
08-23-2006, 09:36 AM
i wonder when it'll work on the A900! :(
JSMZ
08-23-2006, 09:38 AM
i wonder when it'll work on the A900! :(
It will never work with the 900, sprint has got a new version of the 900..... no way in the world they are going to fix the old ones GPS now. You should have bought a 920 if you wanted GPS :deal:
jschlenske
09-12-2006, 10:52 PM
Quick question from a newbie. I currently have a Samsung 8200 and tomorrow I will be joining the Fusic club. Before going in tomorrow I wanted to get a little bit of a heads up on this GPS thing. This may be a stupid question but.....well i'm known for them. How do I go about activating the GPS capabilities? I've been with Sprint for 51/2 years and have never got into a lot of the extras but coaching a youth hockey team & traveling all over WI it may really pay off depending on a few things. Here comes the dumb questions, basically it comes down to cost. Is it the $5-10 a month or is there the $40 data plan you need or is it a download? i've heard a few things and would like to get it straightened out.
Sorry for the not so "quick question" but any help will be great. Thank in Advance.
jschlenske
09-12-2006, 10:53 PM
One more question, my fiance is getting the samsung a640, does that have any kind of GPS capabilities?
Thanks.
a_c_s
09-13-2006, 02:22 PM
not sure about the 640...any new phone with MIDP 2.0 built in is capable of running GPS...no, you do not need a PAM plan, it has nothing to do with your laptop...you can download TeleNav for the Fusic for $9.99 a month and it gives you moving maps / turn-by-turn directions, as well as a business finder...it uses a combination of satellite GPS and CDMA triangulation, so you need to be in an area where you can get either an EVDO or regular vision signal...other than that, it is super easy to use and can be downloaded straight from your Sprint content catalog...TeleNav works great on the Fusic...
2mob.net
09-19-2006, 02:20 PM
I see Telenav is finaly available for download from Sprint on the Fusic officialy. All I can say is WOW. This version is FAR better than the 3.x series. The maps look great and are also available in 3d. It runs alot faster too. I'm in my office now so I can't say how the moving maps are (they were a little slow on previous versions when compared to Garmin) but I will post about that later. :clap:
How much does it cost per month?
Is it using a lot of data? Have you tried to see how data intensive it is?
kulnet
09-19-2006, 02:22 PM
The cost is $9.99 a month.
autoprime
09-19-2006, 02:43 PM
How much does it cost per month?
Is it using a lot of data? Have you tried to see how data intensive it is?
dont have a vision plan?
and ill sell it for a one time fee of $50 ;)
sanady361
09-19-2006, 03:45 PM
hmmm... TeleNaV is awesome.
NSX
09-19-2006, 10:42 PM
How do you guys use telenav while driving... tried it the other day and damn near crashed into a parked car... Is there a mount? How about a power adapter since this eats up battery?
JohnnyC
09-19-2006, 11:12 PM
How do you guys use telenav while driving... tried it the other day and damn near crashed into a parked car... Is there a mount? How about a power adapter since this eats up battery?
There are mounts available. Try ebay and look for the windshield suction cup mounts that fit your phone...they are pretty cheap and work really nice and place the phone near your driving view.
As for the power adapter...just use a car charger...works perfect!
laursifer
09-19-2006, 11:43 PM
How do you guys use telenav while driving... tried it the other day and damn near crashed into a parked car...
:lol: I usually don't pay attention to it the entire time. The layout of Telenav's screen is so nice, IMO. You get that big red arrow, and it also tells you how far until your next turn, merge, etc. I just check how much longer until that next turn and keep my eyes on the road until about then. Once you get comfortable with it, I guess, it gets easier. I had plenty of opportunities for that recently.
JavaDog
01-01-2007, 08:11 PM
Oh man this is so hot.
I didn't even realize it had GPS capabilities like THIS! I'm so behind. Hehehe. Installed it. Looked for the closest ice cream shop, and walked down the street to watch it update.
Freakin' awesome. I have a HORRIBLE sense of direction, so now this'll help.
alaron
02-02-2007, 11:11 AM
Wanted to give you all a warning about Telenav. While the product is decent, the support team is absolutely horrid. Nothing more than a bunch of people reading a script. They are not allowed to think.
Af725
02-02-2007, 11:34 AM
ANYONE KNoW WHERE TO GET IT FOR FREE?
pcsperson
02-03-2007, 09:56 AM
I tried this for the first time today, now I know why they have the disclaimer about now looking at the phone while driving. Good thing there were not a lot of people on the road at 7:30am
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