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Post by Mustang on Aug 4, 2019 16:40:49 GMT 10
Hi,
Looking to update our 2017 GPS micro card in our 200 Series Landcruiser, for a reasonable price.
Google suggests various options, mostly undesirable!!
Any info appreciated.
Cheers
Mustang
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Post by Mustang on Aug 6, 2019 8:23:20 GMT 10
Appears the micro chip is a protected part, so I have ressurected an older $150.00 Navman that has lifetime maps. A 200 series at $90K does not have free upgrades?  |
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Post by shesgotthelook on Aug 6, 2019 8:36:23 GMT 10
Hi Mustang, I have found the maps in my 200 series to be very un user friendly. Difficult to use, can't touch it if vehicle is moving, hugely expensive to update, no aux plug etc etc. The amount of times I have done something to it & cannot get it back to where it's supposed to be is laughable. I only use it for the radio & even that is pretty rubbish. I have my trusty Mrs G (Garmin) mounted on the dash with voice command & free updates.  |
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Post by Franklin1 on Aug 9, 2019 21:59:28 GMT 10
I have found the Google Maps app on my mobile phone to be a very good alternative to the traditional Tomtom/Garmin/Navman units. As long as I've got phone coverage, and data allowance, the Google Maps system has guided me successfully through a number of travelling trips lately.
The latest upgrade includes fixed speed camera notifications, as well as vehicle speed indication on the screen.
The next upgrade release for Australia will enable street view with an overlay map to guide you when exploring on foot.
cheers, Al.
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Post by shesgotthelook on Aug 10, 2019 9:33:27 GMT 10
Hi Al, did you know you can pre load maps for when there is no phone service? They are not quite as detailed but can be very useful. We did this when we went to Canada & toured in a motorhome.
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