The free OVI MAPS is a comprehensive tool providing turn-by-turn instructions and clear 2D and 3D maps.You can access info from Michelin , Qype , Expedia , Time out , AA ,and Map Reporter all from within the app.It's like a superior POI database with contact details and URL's clearly displayed. Other features include 3D mapping , traffic assistance and the option to share your location via FaceBook, using the Nokia N8 Ovi Maps locks onto a GPS signal quickly and voice directions are the best on test.The results is Only spoilt a ta by Nokia's ropey hardware. These have excellent POI's and Accurate directions.
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Bike Hub App hunts out new cycle routes using roads and cycle paths data from Cyclestreets.net. You can choose from: shortest , quickest and balanced routes. Using balanced we discovered cross-country tracks we did not know existed. It also proved adept at avoiding main roads using underpasses. GPS lock-on is quick on the Galaxy S without signal drop in rural areas. The voice commands  are less useful in town as they tend to be late and the robotic voice can be tricky to hear above traffic noise. Outside of the big smoke it is a useful App.It is free of cost , easy to use and for pedestrians too.






Motion X GPS imports routes for the host of the other outdoor activities using nine map types from road to marine. The Dial interface lets you search by postcode, co-oridnates or even Wikipedia entry and an effective fitness app as well. Motion X records distance, speed and incline as you go . GPS Lock-On is quick and if GPS signal drops out it also supports Wi-Fi triangulation with links to your camera and music player within the app and easy upload to FaceBook and Twitter. The range of features can be daunting but are worth taking time to decipher.Motion X also downloads maps offline.
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Pocket Navigator is a part of the HaptiMap  research project.Pocket Navigator sits in your pocket, vibrating you to your destination. Two vibrations means straight on , one long and one short is right and one short and one long is left. Too bad is you cannot feel the feedback through a jeans pocket and commands go haywire at junctions-it keeps telling us to turn right when we need to go straight on. The positive side of Pocket Navigator, GPS lock-On is quick and it is easy to plan your route. Just tap your final destination on the detailed map. Even so, this is more interesting than essential.It is Free and Innovative.






Providing free turn-by-turn instructions using the Open Street Map project.This free App offers support for the first three digits of postcodes and both 2D and 3D maps are offered along with POI's and for routes of 5km or less-Pedestrian option. GPS lock-on is quick as in route calculation.Voice instructions are often late  and rerouting is a little slow.Using an active data connection can be expensive and is dependent on network coverage and again they lack in rural areas.They are Accurate in city maps and easy to use.






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