Leaf Locate

astrauss said:
Is it possible (as with the free Nokia maps app) to download the full map data on your PC and transfer to your mobile device to avoid always having to download map data as and when needed?
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That is not possible. Both due to licencing and the way the program works. You'll find downloading the map data in real time is quick as well as only small amounts of data come down. Places on the map you've been to are cached on the device as well in order to reduce the amount of data used. We've done this to reduce the program footprint, plus the maps will be kept up to date on our side...
 
SupaSpud said:
... Places on the map you've been to are cached on the device ...
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Where is this cache stored (path name)?
Can this be transferred to another device of restored after a hard reset?

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OK, found the files. Can they be safely restored after a new install?
 
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SupaSpud said:
I see. Unfortunately the Navigon application that comes free with the p3300 is only licenced to that device. The licence code will not work for the TyTN.
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Firstly, compliments to Leaf for the excellent Leaf Locate software. It will be exciting to see the app developing constantly.

Supaspud, how come there's no bundled GPS software and maps with the TytnII, like Navigon on the P3300? For such a hefty price, surely there should be something included.
 
seedat77 said:
Firstly, compliments to Leaf for the excellent Leaf Locate software. It will be exciting to see the app developing constantly.

Supaspud, how come there's no bundled GPS software and maps with the TytnII, like Navigon on the P3300? For such a hefty price, surely there should be something included.
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Isn't it supposed to come with TomTom Starter Edition (or something like that):confused: I think it is on the CD.
 
astrauss said:
Where is this cache stored (path name)?
Can this be transferred to another device of restored after a hard reset?

Edit:
OK, found the files. Can they be safely restored after a new install?
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I'm not too sure. Can i suggest trial and error? :)
 
seedat77 said:
Firstly, compliments to Leaf for the excellent Leaf Locate software. It will be exciting to see the app developing constantly.

Supaspud, how come there's no bundled GPS software and maps with the TytnII, like Navigon on the P3300? For such a hefty price, surely there should be something included.
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Thanks a lot. This is stil early days for our navigation roadmap. Pleanty more to come.

I'm not on the sales side but i think it's to keep the cost of the device down. It also allows the customer the choice of whether they want to use a specific gps solution.
 
BEB said:
Isn't it supposed to come with TomTom Starter Edition (or something like that):confused: I think it is on the CD.
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In the European market yes. Here in SA Mapsolute dont have acceptable service/maps so unfortunately we couldn't use them. Navigon was chosen as its the best application and solution here in SA.
 
SupaSpud said:
In the European market yes. Here in SA Mapsolute dont have acceptable service/maps so unfortunately we couldn't use them. Navigon was chosen as its the best application and solution here in SA.
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But you have to purchase Navigon seperately while TomTom is bundled with the European phones. Or have I got it wrong?

So, is TomTom not on the CD? Or is it included but you have to purchase maps seperately (That is if you prefer TomTom over Navigon)
 
I downloaded the software a while ago, its nice, although it is exactly the same software that is available on map24 that has just been re branded ?

The main thing I liked about the map24 version was that you could sync addresses between your pc and phone. So I could enter all the addresses I might be leaving from for example and have them available through my phone.
 
BEB said:
But you have to purchase Navigon seperately while TomTom is bundled with the European phones. Or have I got it wrong?

So, is TomTom not on the CD? Or is it included but you have to purchase maps seperately (That is if you prefer TomTom over Navigon)
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TomTom is not on the CD.So unfortunately in this country. If you want TomTom you'll have to purchase it as well.
 
tehtroopa said:
I downloaded the software a while ago, its nice, although it is exactly the same software that is available on map24 that has just been re branded ?

The main thing I liked about the map24 version was that you could sync addresses between your pc and phone. So I could enter all the addresses I might be leaving from for example and have them available through my phone.
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Leaf Locate uses our Maps, our Servers and our source code and is completely under our control. The Mapsolute vector based mapping solution was chosen for its speed. We have and continue to integrate Leaf Locate with our systems in order to add greater functionality to the app. The current version is the first release and suggestions made here are taken into consideration for future releases that we are actively working on.

Cheers,
Greg
 
astrauss said:
It is definitely not the same mapdata; MAP24 can find my house, Leaf Locate can't!
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I'd appreciate if you could pvt message me your street and area. I would like to check if it is in fact the mapdata causing the issue or something else.
On the positive side tho, we are in parnership with Navteq and are updating the maps to the latest version available very soon.
 
Today the next release of Leaf Locate "should" be finalised and ready. I've taken all your suggestions into consideration and as many of them as possible will be included in this release. As soon as this one is out... we'll get to work on the next version.

Thanks for you support and input!
 
I said it before. HANDYMAP ... it works and it works well, and it has been working well for a long time and it keeps getting better.
 
V1.1 is finished... looking at it now. Going to put it live on our site asap. Small changes but nice...
 
Htc Touch

Installed Leaf Locate on my new Touch:D
And I am impressed?

Just a quick question (Not sure if i missed this)

Is it possible to save/store maps on my phone that i have already seen/downloaded? And can these be stored in a user specified location on my phone?

I understand that the servers contain the latest versions but if there were some type of update to stored maps that will be great.:D

Regards
 
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