How to load a North America map into Garmin Mobile XT?

I got Garmin Mobile XT installed into my new Nokia N97, but I bought the phone in Malaysia and so it only comes with maps of Malaysia. I will be returning to the US soon and obviously want to load a US map into the device, how can I do that? Couldn't seem to find the proper download on the Garmin website. Also, how can I connect the software to my PC? Thanks in advance :)

Additional Details

And what is the SD card?

Answer

1. On the SD Card - look for the "Gardmin" folder. Check if you see a file named GMAPSUPP.IMG. If exists, rename the North America map file as GMAPSUPP2.IMG and copy that to the "Garmin" Folder

2. Now under the Garmin folder, create a file named GMAPSUPP2.UNL.
3. Open the file and key in the North America. map activation code, save the file.
4. Launch Garmin Mobile xt, settings, map sets and you should see the north america maps as well. select the maps as default and use it.

Free TopoExplorer application, offline maps with GPS on your BlackBerry

Free TopoExplorer application, offline maps with GPS on your BlackBerry 

The same people that brought you the free LiveTracker beta application have also created another free application called TopoExplorer.

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From the description:

With TopoExplorer you will discover your surroundings on topographic maps even in remote areas assisted by GPS and without the need of the wireless network connection.

Features:

• Offline Maps – No wireless network connection needed.
• Shows GPS position in different coordinate systems.
• Large map support from memory card.
• Free map packs cover most areas already.
• Detailed map packs for more detailed coverage.
• TopoExplorer works worldwide!
• Features
• * Free of charge: TopoExplorer is available for free – download.
• * Moving map navigation: Easy map navigation with sophisticated trackball control.
• * GPS location on map: The device’s current GPS location is shown on the map and can be visualized in three coordinate formats for professional usage.
• * Automatical map selection: The best map for your location is selected automatically.
• * On-Device maps: Map packs are stored on the device’s memory card only. No internet connection / data plan is required.
• Free map packs:
• * World wide satellite map (blue marble).

Minimum Requirements:

• For for BlackBerry devices with Touch Screen.
  
  • Internal or external (Bluetooth) GPS receiver. MicroSD card.
• For for BlackBerry devices without Touch Screen
  
  • Internal or external (Bluetooth) GPS receiver. MicroSD card.

Price: FREE!

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This application is for BlackBerrys on OS 4.2 and above. There are two versions, one for touchscreen BlackBerrys and one for non touchscreen. Make sure you download the right one!

• Download/Info: TopoExplorer
• More apps by: Skylab Mobilesystems Ltd.
• How To: Install applications and themes via OTA with or without using data

Enjoy

Trapster ...

Trapster

http://www.trapster.com/index.php

FREE.  Your mobile phone alerts you as you approach police speed traps.

  

-Note :Use the software to stay away from trouble and never break speed limits -

Neosistec Car Finder

Neosistec Car Finder

OTA Link

FREE.  Uses GPS to help you find your car.  When you get out of your car, the program allows you to save this position and will guide you back to it later.

Sorry Guys..No pic :*(

Tons of Navigational Softwares >>> :D

Navigational Software

 

AAA Mobile

http://www.AAA.com/AAAMobile

$9.99/month.  "AAA Mobile will transmit your GPS location data to AAA directly from your wireless phone. Get clear, audible turn-by-turn navigation with automatic rerouting. Search for and view detailed AAA TourBook^® travel guide information, Show Your Card & Save^® merchant listings, Approved Auto Repair^® locations and AAA branch offices – all based on the GPS location of your wireless phone. Display a map of your current location, including pan and zoom capabilities. Save addresses, recent search results and AAA listings for quick access."

 

amAze GPS

http://www.amazegps.com

OTA link

Reviews

Review by Symbian-guru.com

FREE. Wide coverage of detailed maps in Europe, North America, Australia, parts of Africa and Asia. Has detailed street map superimposed over a detailed satellite image. Voice Commands.

 

Be Prompt

http://www.proxpro.com/Prompt.html

FREE. Proxpro Prompt (beta) provides a real-time picture of your next journey before you’ve even set off. It calculates the optimum route and consults real-time traffic conditions, so traffic never catches you by surprise. Fused with the BlackBerry calendar and GPS Proxpro’s patent pending technology is ultra practical and easy to use. Available in the USA on the following BlackBerry devices: 8800, 8830, 8820, 8310 and 8130

 

Berryvine Companion

http://www.berryvine.com/details.asp?id=BVC

Review by Blackberryinsight.com

$99.95/year  "View color maps of their current location, with full zoom and pan functionality. Look up nearby points of interest (POI's),  Calculate traveling routes with detailed step-by-step directions on how to get there and the possibility to view color maps of each step."

 

Blackberry Maps

http://www.blackberry.com/maps

Review by Stinsonddog

FREE. No POIs, no 3D navigation - just text for directions,

no voice commands. AT&T has blocked this application in

BB OS ver 4.2.

 

CoPilot LIVE  DISCONTINUED

http://www.alk.com/copilot/

Maps are NOT stored on your Blackberry.  We were hoping this would be the first software that would offer true "on-board" capability.

 

Garmin Mobile 5.0

http://www8.garmin.com/mobile/blackberry/

Review by kid doofus

$99 device lifetime

 

GetMeThere  DISCONTINUED

http://www.getmethere.co.uk

£1/use. For UK only.

 

Gokivo

http://www.gokivo.com/blackberry/features.html

http://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/search/gokivo

FREE. "Based on integrated premium real-time content, Gokivo Navigator transforms your mobile phone into a superior navigation device. No longer is it necessary to wait until you turn on your car for directions or carry an extra device that is only usable in your car. Always in the palm of your hand is a personalized travel guide that can share geo-coded messages with your friends and family." You can access traffic info, movie times, weather information, and POI searches.

 

Google Maps

http://www.google.com/gmm/index.htm

Review by Stinsonddog

FREE. Real-time traffic, Detailed directions, Integrated search results, Easily movable maps, Satellite imagery.  GoogleMaps now has Lattitude for location-based social networking.

 

InfoSpace Find It!  DISCONTINUED

http://blackberry.infospace.com/

Review by laptopmag.com

FREE for basic version. Use Infospace Find It! to access the one stop local search when out on the town, traveling on business or planning day to day activities.

 

LifeInPocket 

http://mobile.roadcomm.com/index.html

FREE. "Adds iPhone features plus GPS, Navigation, Location Instant Message, Sync capability and much more to your phone free of any charge to you."

 

Mapquest Navigator

http://www.mapquest.com/mobile/

Review by Stinsonddog

$49.99/year.  'In-Car GPS Navigation, In the Palm of Your Hand! Get the convenience and security of GPS navigation on your cell phone! MapQuest Navigator 5.0 turns your GPS-enabled wireless smartphone into a fully featured voice-guided navigation system with Real-Time Traffic and AOL City's Best ratings built right in"

 

Navizon

http://www.navizon.com/

$24.99 total.  What makes Navizon even more exciting is that a GPS device is not even required to benefit from these very useful features. By using wireless signals triangulation, Navizon’s Virtual-GPS is able to spot your location on a map thereby enabling a myriad of Location Based services on your phone.

 

Nav4All  DISCONTINUED

http://www.nav4all.com/site2/www.nav4all.com/eng/index.php

Review by Symbian-guru.com

FREE. "You'll never lose your way again and you'll always know where you and your friends are located.You get access to over 1 billion addresses on MyWorld, including Yellow Pages, phonebooks, etc. While you're on the road you can easily save an interesting location by pressing one button. Or you can take a picture which will be instantly visible on a map on the Myworld website."

 

PTV NaviGuide   DISCONTINUED

(Maps`n`directions 4 BlackBerry)

http://www.english.ptv.de/cgi-bin/mobility/mob_naviguide.pl

 

Spot

http://www.skylab-mobilesystems.com/en/

Review by Stinsonddog

$49.00 total.

Doesn't give turn by turn directions. Primarily for hiking.

 

TeleNav

http://www.telenav.com

Review by GPSmagazine

Review by CNET.com

Review by Businessweek.com

Review by Stinsonddog

$9.99/month. Easy Menu Navigation, can use your BB address book as POIs. Voice messages include the name of the street.

"Turn left on Broad Street" Latest version has 3D and 2D moving map option.  This is very similar to what you see from TomTom.

New features added in v5.5 are as follows: Navigation: Nighttime Mode, Directory Search: Ratings & Reviews, Speak in Search, Maps: Saved Commute Maps, Other: Shared Address, Speak in Address, Commute Traffic Alerts, Weather.

 

Telmap

http://www.telmap.com

Review by Stinsonddog

Downloads total route in a single download instead of constantly downloading during the trip. Nice Graphics. Menus not as easy as TeleNav.  Does not say the name of the street. Telmap brands their software for Mapquest and Boost Navigator.

Veripath Navigator  DISCONTINUED

https://veripath.us/store/app?service=page/ViewFeatures

"A full-featured and affordable Voice and GPS-based Navigation application for mobile devices (mobile phones, PDAs, Blackberry^TM, etc.). Now with Traffic Avoidance!"

 

Wayfinder

http://www.wayfinder.com/?sid=53

Review by Stinsonddog

$99.00 total.

Recommended for travel in Europe.

 

Webraska Navigator

http://www.webraska.com/

OTA

"Webraska Navigation is a GPS assisted road navigation software for mobile devices providing traffic optimized routing and speed camera alerts, 2D and 3D clear maps as well as GPS-triggered precise voice instructions ahead of turns."  You can purchase Day Passes if you are visiting a foreign city.

 

WHERE GPS Widgets

http://www.where.com/

FREE. "WHERE is the easiest and fastest way to get the GPS content you want on your phone. Download WHERE to get a library of FREE widgets that find the hottest events, the best prices, where to get a good sandwich or even your local weather report. Need to find it? Now you know WHERE."

GPS Tracking Software

AccuTracking

http://www.accutracking.com/

AccuTracking software turns your Motorola iDEN cell phones, RIM BlackBerry phones, or Windows Mobile PocketPC phones carried by Nextel, Boost Mobile, AT&T(Cingular), SouthernLINC or Telus MIKE (Canada) into a GPS tracking device.

 

BB Tracker

http://blackberrytracker.com/

FREE. Tracking service for your BB.  Allows you to add Geo-fences and receive messages when someone enters or leaves a specified area. My favorite!

 

Blip

http://www.blacklinegps.com/products/downloadable-applications.html

OTA link

Review by Simon Sage

FREE.  It is an application that tells you where people in your social circle are located. Track friends via BB Maps or on the web.

 

e-Mobile GPS Tracker

http://www.e-mobilesoft.com/

Track locations in real-time, capture favorite vacation routes, scenic spots with personalized notes, photos, replay in Google Earth and share with friends

 

GetMeThere   DISCONTINUED

http://www.getmethere.co.uk

£1/use. For UK only.

 

GPSLogger

http://www.emacberry.com/gpslogger.html

"GPSLogger is a pretty straightforward application. It records your physical movement on your BB device over time, including elevation, speed, and some additional data. GPSLogger can also direct you to a location that you either entered manually or have previously recorded. This is the "Guide me Home" function, which makes GPSLogger usable for Geocaching. As extended functionality to the "Guide Me Home" feature since v1.5 a very easy to use outdoor navigation is integrated into GPSLogger also"

 

gps2go

http://www.itpartners.ca/

gps2go sends your current World position from your Blackberry GPS phone to show your friends or family. Your phone will send your current geographical location so it can be viewed through a web page. No data plan required but you should have unlimited emails or an email plan.

 

InstaMapper

http://www.instamapper.com/

OTA Link

FREE. InstaMapper is a free GPS tracking service. Track vehicles or other objects online in real-time using inexpensive cell phones [ quick demo ].

 

J2MEmap   DISCONTINUED

http://j2memap.landspurg.net/

FREE. It's  a small interface to GoogleMap that allows you to do the following things: Browse the entire GoogleMap database Swith from GoogleMap/Satellite, MSN Virtual Earth Maps, Ask.com and Yahoo!Maps

 

Tierravision   DISCONTINUED

http://www.tierravision.com/koterra.htm

http://www.tierravision.com/locator-demo.htm

 

LiveTracker

http://www.skylab-mobilesystems.com/en/products/livetracker.html

FREE. The LiveTracker mobile client can be installed on any BlackBerry® mobile phone and sends out location data to our Skylab GPS server. Free: No registration, no hidden fees for personal use. Background Tracking: GPS location data is sent in background 24/7. Easy Sharing: Send tracking links via EMail, PIN, SMS, MMS. Live Web Tracking: View location on the web on maps. Live Desktop Tracking: 3D world tracking

 

Map My Tracks

http://www.mapmytracks.com/

FREE.  Map My Tracks turns your mobile cell phone into your personal real-time GPS tracking device. Using a mobile cell phone with built-in GPS or an external GPS receiver you can map and track your location in real-time. Map My Tracks is great for bringing a new insight into your sporting activity, it provides a competitive edge and makes training fun. Map My Tracks let your friends, competitors or parents know where you are right now."

 

Mobile GMaps

http://www.mgmaps.com/download.php

Review by Symbian-guru.com

FREE.

 

My Location

http://www.microhill.com/product-mylocation.asp

FREE. This application reports its current locations to the Web Server regularly and the Server publishes the information to the phone owner and other recipients (chosen by the owner of the phone), so that they can know where the phone owner is and where he/she has been.

 

Mologogo

http://www.mologogo.com

FREE. I can't get this to work on AT&T.  Looks like it is Nextel compatible only.

 

TeleNav Track

http://www.telenavtrack.com/

$9.99/month

 

TransportLines

http://www.transportlines.com/

OTA Link

FREE.  GPS Tracking software for Blackberry devices.  Utilizes Google Maps. "Get Your Own Dedicated Tracking Server for $199.00 USD per Month"

 

Watchberry 

http://www.watchoverme.co.uk/Main/Watchberry

£2/month. Trial available.

"Features include: Continuous 24/7 tracking of your mobile phones location using a Global Positioning System (GPS), Support for most Blackberry devices with either an internal GPS receiver or connected via a Bluetooth GPS receiver. High accuracy (typically < 15 meters) due to GPS support. Far superior than inaccurate cell tower tracking as we can tell what side of the road you are driving! Position reporting back our tracking servers may be set at configured time intervals, for example, send your position every 10 minutes. Information assurance is provided as your position reports are stored until they can be transmitted to our tracking servers. Last GPS position displayed on screen. Unlimited tracking reports."

 

WHERE GPS Widgets

http://www.where.com/jin/widgetlist.jin?order=popular&link=pop

FREE. "WHERE is the easiest and fastest way to get the GPS content you want on your phone. Download WHERE to get a library of FREE widgets that find the hottest events, the best prices, where to get a good sandwich or even your local weather report. Need to find it? Now you know WHERE."

 

Whereboutz

http://www.whereboutz.com/

FREE.  "Find out where your friends are on Facebook or your cell phone."

 

Google Maps Navigation (Beta)

Google Maps Navigation (Beta)

Google Maps Navigation is an internet-connected GPS navigation system with voice guidance. Watch a video
Get Google Maps Navigation (Beta)

To get the latest release of Google Maps with Navigation, search for 'Google Maps' in Android Market.

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Learn about the Nexus One

Get Google Maps Navigation (Beta)

To get the latest release of Google Maps with Navigation, search for 'Google Maps' in Android Market.

iSilo™ for Your blackberry

iSilo Logo iSilo™
home | information | download iSilo™ 5.11 for BlackBerry®
You can download iSilo™ by clicking on the appropriate download link below depending on your installation method. Before downloading, please note the system requirements. To see what has changed in this version, please see the revision history.

system requirements
The basic requirements specify the absolute minimum configuration needed to install and use the software. Additional functionality may demand further requirements as indicated.

basic requirements

* BlackBerry® Pearl™ 8100/8200 series, BlackBerry® Curve™ 8300/8900 series, BlackBerry® 8800 series, BlackBerry® Bold™ 9000 series, or BlackBerry® Tour™ 9600 series device. For the BlackBerry® Storm™, use the BlackBerry® Touch version.
* 525K of storage space for application
* 120K storage memory for supporting documents
* 512K free program memory (1MB recommended)
* Memory card in device for storing documents and settings.

additional functionality specific requirements

* Additional memory required for document storage.
* iSiloX required for creating documents utilizing maximum document presentation capabilities.

download and installation
The download link to use depends on your installation method:

* Install OTA using BlackBerry Browser
* Install via media/memory card
* Install via BlackBerry Desktop Manager

Install OTA using BlackBerry Browser
Use the following instructions to install OTA (Over The Air):

* On your BlackBerry device, click Browser.
* In Browser, navigate to this page.
* Click readme.txt, a plain text file with important notes. Please read it.
* Click license.txt, the end user license agreement for iSilo™ in plain text format. Please read it. Your use or installation of the software indicates your acceptance of the license agreement.
* Click iSilo.jad.
* Click Download, then follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Install via media/memory card
The download is available as a .zip file containing the following files:

* iSilo.alx: The installation file for use with BlackBerry Desktop Manager.
* com_dcco_app_iSilo*.cod: The iSilo™ program files.
* iSiloManualBB.pdb: The iSilo™ manual in the iSilo™ 4.x document format.
* iSiloDisplaySample.pdb: A small document in iSilo™ 4.x document format showing some of iSilo™'s display capabilities.
* readme.txt: A plain text file with important notes. Please read it.
* license.txt: The end user license agreement for iSilo™ in plain text format. Please read it. Your use or installation of the software indicates your acceptance of the license agreement.

Click to download iSilo511BBJAD.zip (333K)

installation
Use the following instructions to install via your media/memory card:

1. Download the .zip file above.
2. Extract the files from the downloaded zip.
3. Copy all the files to a single directory on your media/memory card.
4. On your BlackBerry device, go to Media.
5. Press the Menu key and click Explore.
6. In the Explore window, click Media Card and navigate to the directory where you copied the files.
7. Click on iSilo.jad
8. Click Download, then follow the prompts to complete the installation.

Install via BlackBerry Desktop Manager
The download is available as a .zip file containing the following files:

* iSilo.alx: The installation file for use with BlackBerry Desktop Manager.
* com_dcco_app_iSilo.cod: The main iSilo™ program file.
* iSiloManualBB.pdb: The iSilo™ manual in the iSilo™ 4.x document format.
* iSiloDisplaySample.pdb: A small document in iSilo™ 4.x document format showing some of iSilo™'s display capabilities.
* readme.txt: A plain text file with important notes. Please read it.
* license.txt: The end user license agreement for iSilo™ in plain text format. Please read it. Your use or installation of the software indicates your acceptance of the license agreement.

Click to download iSilo511BBALX.zip (332K)

installation
If you have BlackBerry Desktop Manager, the desktop software that came with your device, installed on your desktop computer, then follow these directions:

1. Download the .zip file above.
2. Extract the files from the downloaded zip.
3. Start BlackBerry Desktop Manager.
4. Connect your device and wait until the status at the bottom of the BlackBerry Desktop Manager window shows Connected.
5. In BlackBerry Desktop Manager, double-click Application Loader.
6. In the Application Loader Wizard, click Next until you get to the Device Application Selection screen.
7. In the Device Application Selection screen, click Add.
8. In the Open dialog, navigate to where you extracted the files from the zip, select the iSilo.alx file, then click Open.
9. If after following the previous step, you get the message "No additional applications designed for your device were found", then follow the instructions below about installing an updated version.
10. iSilo should then appear checked in the list in the Device Application Screen. Click Next.
11. The wizard then shows "Completing the Application Loader Wizard". Click Finish to have the Application Loader begin the installation.

installing an updated version
If you already have iSilo™ installed, then you need to remove iSilo™ first before you can install an updated version. To remove iSilo™, follow these steps:

1. Start BlackBerry Desktop Manager.
2. Connect your device and wait until the status at the bottom of the BlackBerry Desktop Manager window shows Connected.
3. In BlackBerry Desktop Manager, double-click Application Loader.
4. In the Application Loader Wizard, click Next until you get to the Device Application Selection screen.
5. In the Device Application Selection screen, unmark the checkbox to the left of iSilo, then click Next.
6. The wizard then shows "Completing the Application Loader Wizard". Click Finish to have the Application Loader remove iSilo™ from your device.
7. Click Close to exit the wizard.
8. In BlackBerry Desktop Manager, double-click Application Loader.
9. In the Application Loader Wizard, click Next until you get to the Device Application Selection screen.
10. In the Device Application Selection screen, move the selection cursor to iSilo, then click Delete.
11. When asked to confirm that you want to remove the application from the list, click Yes.

After the above steps, you can then following the regular installation instructions above.