GPS Service: where can i get software/service?
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Choose one of Cingular's data plans that fits closest to your usage (all of the plans are fairly pricey). If you only want data service, I know for a fact you can to do so at a Cingular store. It may be possible through Amazon, but I haven't attempted to do so. Beware that Cingular stores currently offer this device for $399.99 w/2 yr agreement, versus Amazon's excellent $199 price.
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Technical questions etc can be found at:http://www.usglobalsat.com/s-161-suggested-software.aspxLook under the support tab.
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Download the software from the Garmin. It should automatically see your GPS and download what you need for an update.
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The GLO provides gps services that any app (using location services) can use. I have used it with Navigon, Gaia gps, google maps, pocket earth, and Geosphere.
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Use the TomTom Home software that comes inside the GPS. When you hook up your GPS to your computer with usb, you should be able to see the TomTom device drive. Open it, find the setup program and install TomTom Home software. You can manage anything you want using the software including deleting unused voices etc etc.
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you don't need to have data service for gps work. this is stand alone gps, so no monthly charge for gps.
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Unfortunately, GPS in this model is not available! But you can connect it optionally
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pretty sure u need an internet connection to download the maps, since they arent preloaded. but after they are, gps should work offline
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I have the model with free lifetime map updates. You download software to your computer then plug in your GPS unit using the cable that comes with the unit. The software checks for updates then when one is available you can download it. Then the software gives you step by step instructions to get the update installed on the GPS.
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As long as you can connect with blue tooth it will provide GPS guidance for any program that uses GPS. If not google maps there are plenty of navigation apps that will.
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Another provider? Doubtful. Technology keeps evolving. Garmin will soon be releasing models (I "think" one of their newer models already have this) that access the internet (with similar features as those on MSN, which is why Microsoft isn't going to support this after January of 2012).Check with either gpsreview.net or gpspassion.com for some info on this.
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You don't need internet to use GPS. Just download TomTom GO for $20. That's what I'm using. It worked perfectly without internet.
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You can turn the "Record GPS data" feature on and off. You can also "update a GPS files" and "Erase GPS data"
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No, just get it interfaced to your laptop, start your software (Streets & Trips and DeLorme Topo North America both work for me) and it will find you. Even inside the house it found my location. This is much better than the GPS functionality in your cell phone. Well worth the price.
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I don't know about Copilot Live, but this morning I used the GPS utility built into Google Maps and it worked perfectly fine. I'd imagine any GPS application would work just as well.The only problem that might come up is if you want it to navigate you somewhere and you don't have an internet connection to download a map of the area.Most of the GPS apps that you have to pay for download maps and store them on your MicroSD card so I suppose it's a non issue.
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Not sure of your specific requirements but it does have GPS. GPS requires apps for specific functions. The one capability it lacks is a compass.
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I don't know. Garmin has excellent customer service. I'll bet they can answer you. Or try GPSCity.com. You can call them, too.