Does the Bad Elf 1000 work with Google Map? Anybody try it before?
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The Bad Elf 1000 requires WiFi or G3 for any maps. Although the GPS on the Bad Elf operates without WiFi there must be internet access for map information to appear.
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It usually works fine with Apple Maps for me. It has been more intermittent with Google Maps.
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In my experience, it sort of works as a standalone, but it uses an odd GPS format that most mapping software can't interpret. You're probably better off with a more generic unit.
500780
Yes, I signed up again in August and it has been working with my NordicTrack treadmill. I am not racing or using other pieces of the program so can't evaluate them, abd I haven't made my maps since the update, but for just the computer/treadmil/google earth piece it has been working fine.
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Hi Amy, I have not tried the maps yet but there are so many aps that you can get for free and I do recall seeing maps in them. As for the Google play store, the ap comes pre-installed and my grandson and I have downloaded a few from there with no problems. I hope this helped!!
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I would look for something better. Perhaps a Kenwood. Map support has been nonexistent. Plus this system is over 2 years old. Though it is OK, I would think there are improved heads. Good luck
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I found that the 3rd party maps ordered at a greatly discounted price does not allow for updates of maps. I guess if it came with the maps preloaded you would get the lifetime updates (LM). I currently have the European maps and get the updates. Did you purchase the unit with LM designated behind model number?
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I don't recommend this model personally. It can't find the ways . when you drive on highway it will automatic sent you to some rural ways. and specially when you miss the way this gps pointed out on highway , the navigation will force you turn right or turn left which in real world is a straight line . piss you off uh? further more when you typed in the address from business card , the machine would jump in different name automatic ,and if you turn in researching mode .it will really reseaching .........and reseaching...........till you give up. if you wanna buy ,remember using google map first, try to write down some important addresses, and then use the nivigation .DO NOT RECOMMEND TO UNKNOWN PLACE BY USING THIS ONE.
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Yes, that is what I ended up using. I would avoid this device. It needs a lot of upgrades. You need wifi in order to use Google Maps. My android phone worked way better. The screen resolution sucks as well. Garmin support was completely worthless. It took three phone calls before they told me that it does not interface with apple. I would STRONGLY recommend staying away from this device until serious upgrades are made. I'll sell you my device if would want it that bad. It is WORTHLESS!
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No, it does not. I can't even update the maps either. I guess it's too old. I may try hooking it up to the software this weekend to give it another try. I hadn't tried for quite a few months.
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I have not been there, but just typed in an address for Reykjavik and it found the address and calculated correctly. Thus, yes, it will work there as well. The maps have always been very accurate anywhere I traveled in Europe and I have traveled to very many countries already.
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Yes at least usually. I used to like this unit but mine got stolen so I went out and tried all three of the leading brands and came to the conclusion that none of them are as good as the built-in one in the iPhone. That is to say the Google map which is great compared to the Apple map app which is inferior. Unfortunately none of the GPS know about the hills of San Francisco so once in a while it'll send your over a "mountain" instead of around it. some of the hills around here actually big enough to be called mountains like Twin Peaks for example.
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As I recall, it is capable of that. I use OpenStreetMaps since I use turn by turn based on GPS coordinates rather than addresses. Gas well sites don't have street addresses :). However, i working on getting OSM to work with my GPS, I think I read somewhere about how to overlay Google Earth sections over the top. As far as doing this outside of cell phone range it really doesn't matter as the Monterra doesn't have a cell radio in it. It is wi-fi only, so stepping away from your house will drop connection to the wi-fi.
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Not that I have found... It uses the pre-installed worlds maps which are similar to Google's...The best one to use is the Summit Series TOPO for your region, which you download after receiving the unit...I really like the rugged feel and accuracy with this unit... and as with most, carry extra batteries, although the life is better than some... updated fix is available for the traking in suspend mode problem, and mine tracks fine when suspended now...Hope this helps...
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No. I contacted the provider of the map software only to find that this unit uses pirated/cracked software that they will not support.
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I had no luck with the Magellan from the start, the maps wouldn't load, etc......I bought a Garmin and am pleased with the performance. I'm sorry I can't help more.
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Yes But I did not have a good experience with the 9145. It would not update maps then it refused to tell me where I was or where to go. It was finally replaced with a refurbished 9165. Now It has a faulty power-reset switch. I don't believe these units are as good as the old Magellan units I have used.