Google maps on Tomtom

[NavtonesGPS]

TomTom have refreshed their ONE and XL satnav ranges, adding Google Maps compatibility, reworking the audio system for clearer voice prompts, and redesigning the windscreen mount. Both models now support TomTom?s Map Share system, which allows users to collectively update and polish mapping data in-between official releases, a guarantee that the maps provided will be the latest version, and pre-installed traffic camera information. A new Help Me! menu gives shortcut access to emergency and breakdown service contact details, car maintenance advice, directions to the nearest hospital and first aid instructions.

To read more, just follow the link below:

http://www.slashgear.com/tomtom-update-gps-with-google-maps-link-new-car-mount-0111430.php

Also, do you think Mapquest.com will get in on the action? I hope they do!

 

[NavtonesGPS]

From Geek Zone

TomTom has announced changes on its product lineup, and on software functionality. A new Google Maps integration feature allows users to search for and send business addresses directly from the Google Maps? website to TomTom devices.

Google Maps local search pages have expanded their ?Send to? feature with the option ?Send to GPS?. With one mouse click TomTom users can instantly benefit from this service without needing to download files.

The selected information is transferred to the TomTom device when the device is connected to the Internet via TomTom HOME, the free software application TomTom offers its customers. Drivers can then navigate to their new destination, as well as view the location on the map of the TomTom device or save it as a ?favourite? on the device for later use.

I Like the sound of this!

 

[cleblanc92]

TomTom has announced changes on its product lineup, and on software functionality. A new Google Maps integration feature allows users to search for and send business addresses directly from the Google Maps’ website to TomTom devices.

Google Maps local search pages have expanded their ‘Send to’ feature with the option ‘Send to GPS’. With one mouse click TomTom users can instantly benefit from this service without needing to download files.

The selected information is transferred to the TomTom device when the device is connected to the Internet via TomTom HOME, the free software application TomTom offers its customers. Drivers can then navigate to their new destination, as well as view the location on the map of the TomTom device or save it as a ‘favourite’ on the device for later use.

I Like the sound of this!

We have this support since Jan for some models...(XL-S for me)...what's "expanded" with Google Maps for the newer models?

 

[Larry L]

Unfortunately it only works for some addresses. I have tried a few addrresses that do not give "Send to GPS" option.

 

[dhn]

Unfortunately it only works for some addresses. I have tried a few addrresses that do not give "Send to GPS" option.

Don't forget the qualifying adjective, 'business'. I'm afraid residences do not work.

 

[rickety]

.. it is now "two" mouse clicks as there is now a drop-down needed to select the type of GPS. Google obviously did not want to be ignoring Garmin users too.

By the way, if you want visitors to be able to find your house using "Send to GPS", make up a name and register it as a business with Google!

 

[wbwjr]

.. it is now "two" mouse clicks as there is now a drop-down needed to select the type of GPS. Google obviously did not want to be ignoring Garmin users too.

By the way, if you want visitors to be able to find your house using "Send to GPS", make up a name and register it as a business with Google!

I'd be careful "making up a business name". Big brother is probably watching and would send the revenue agents to your house to collect business taxes!

 

[cleveedwards]

New maps go GO510

If you have the new maps, could you check to see if this address is in there now..Thanks in advance..

5011 Roy William Pl
Louisville, KY 40228 USA

 

[Nacron]

this has been working for months. I added all the 7-11's in hawaii via google maps 2 months ago to my 720

 

[dkoenig]

Does anyone know why this only sends to favorites (no phone numbers) as opposed to custom POIs?

Don