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h0bb1t

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15 May 2008 8:30 PM  

i have a O2 XDA zinc and i need a gps system on it does anyone know one that would work on there and if they have a link for it

thank you

klaw81

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16 May 2008 8:50 AM  
Looking at the specifications of your device, you don't have a GPS receiver built in. So you need 3 separate components to use GPS navigation on your device.

1. A GPS receiver - this picks up signals from satelities to give your position. It connects to your device via a cable or via bluetooth. Bluetooth GPS receivers are very common these days.

2. GPS navigation software - CoPilot, Tomtom and various other companies provide programs which you can install on your device. This software calculates your position on a map, and provides instructions via displays and voice.

3. Maps - these are usually bundled with the software, but you can get them separately from 2 different sources if you like. You must have the maps which are coded for the software you have - they do not "mix and match". These are stored on your memory card, and the software accesses the files to determine where you are.

Your best course of action would be to visit a store, such as Harvey Norman, Wow Sight and Sound or similar. They usually sell packages which include all of the above components, and you can discuss the various options with a salesperson. Do some hunting on the net for a better price after you've got a better idea of what you want.
There is also plenty of information out there about the pros and cons of various software programs and the features of each package.
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