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05-25-2008, 03:51 PM | #1 |
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Navigation vs iPhone
I am sure some people are aware of this option, but I thought maybe one or two of you who are about to order your car might not be. I am opting not to get the navigation because the new iphone that is coming out in early June is going to have GPS on it. So, with the ipod adapter option, I will have a phone/mp3 player/GPS unit charging in my new Bimmer. So, rather than dishing out the $$ for the navigation unit (which ruins the lines of the dash IMO) I will dish out the $ for a new iphone and be able to get directions when I am lost. Before all of you flame me by telling that the idrive is much more than just navigation, I realize that, but just do not think it justifies the price. The reason for the new thread is that perhaps I could save someone a few thousand dollars.
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05-25-2008, 04:11 PM | #2 |
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nothing wrong with that, aftermarket gps systems are often than the idrive navigation anyways.
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05-25-2008, 05:06 PM | #4 |
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Nuvifone comes out 3rd quarter of 2008.
True GPS with a phone and web browser. Same size as the iphone, but it is black. I believe it uses the roof antenna if wired correctly. GPS & handsfree phone for $500 instead of $2850 |
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05-25-2008, 05:10 PM | #5 |
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wow I didn't know this. I am an Apple man, and may just get an iPhone down the road. Biggest argument for me against it is that it is just too bloody big. I like phones that you can carry in your pocket at all times without discomfort. I saved the money on the idrive as well.
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05-25-2008, 05:32 PM | #6 | |
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05-25-2008, 06:56 PM | #7 |
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don't mind carying my iphone everywhere. I did crack it yesterday though so be careful people! i was careless at work, at least it still works. i got the idrive, i dont want to have to look at a small screen for directions. who knows it might work well though, i just didnt want to take the risk. and i like how when someone calls your phone their name and number is displayed on the screen via bluetooth, it also works with park distant control if you have that, and oh yeah it looks cool too, in my opinion of course.
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05-25-2008, 07:15 PM | #8 |
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iphone is great but AT@t sucks. Also I heard that the new iphone may cost around $600 because of the upgrades. Just get a garmin for $300-600. It blows away any car and phone GPS on the market.
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05-25-2008, 09:05 PM | #9 |
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I'm a long-time Apple fan, and bought an iPhone the first week they were out. I just wanted to caution you against relying on the next generation having GPS. Until they are actually announced, it's anyone's guess what it will have. Apple rumors run the gamut from "it won't even make calls anymore" to "it will clean your floors".
The only thing you can be certain of is that you'll be able to buy one with at least 16Mb of memory (because you can now), it will run all those new SKD apps that will be out, it will be more than you expect to pay, and I will buy one. FWIW - the GPS-like triangulation the current model does with Google Maps right now is pretty slick. It serves my needs nicely. amy! |
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05-26-2008, 11:48 PM | #13 |
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The rumor mill is saying that new specs will be released at WWDC - June 9th.
I also agree with the people above who mention some of the cheaper Garmin devices. I found a nuvi 200w for under $200 and am completely happy with it. In combination with my iPhone I have limitless POIs and easy to follow directions.
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05-27-2008, 06:28 AM | #14 |
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05-27-2008, 03:24 PM | #15 |
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I have heard the rumors. If it does have true satellite-based GPS (which would be great), there is still no word about the mapping software that would be employed. If it uses google maps, then a constant data connection would be required for mapping functions. If it used a stored map on the device, a la TomTom, then it would be able to map without a data connection (which you might not always have, i.e. roaming off network, etc.)
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05-27-2008, 04:06 PM | #17 |
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I currently have a Windows Mobile cellphone with integrated GPS and is using TomTom GPS software. The USA map, with all roads and points of interest (gas stations, hotels, post offices, and their respective phone #s, etc. takes just under a gig.
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05-28-2008, 06:13 PM | #18 |
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I use an iphone now for nav and it is dangerous unless you have a passenger. The accuracy is fine, it not only uses cell phone tower triangulation but also wifi access points from a database.
I got the nav so i can keep my eyes on the road and listen or glance over at it. Plus I got PDC which is cool to look at. |
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