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2010-06-09
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Hi I would like to know what application works best for the use of the GPS during a hiking trip.... I dont expect to find the trails but I would like to able to track an accurate path of the trail I have taken and then save it. I come to this request after getting lost on a hiking trip and having to use the GPS on my N900 to get back. Thanks
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2010-06-09
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You could use Maep.
Enable tracking:
Application Menu (bar at the top) > Track > Capture
Use the Virtual Earth Hybrid Map: Map list ( < arrow in the bottom right corner) > Virtual Earth Hybrid.
Of course, this is only useful if you're able to figure out where you're going before you get there (Or if you have a data plan), since you need to view the area to download the maps. (I'm sure there's a manual way, but I haven't figured it out yet.)
I think eCoach can do the same thing (and also track fitness related info), but I haven't really used it at all.
EasyPark also might be able to do the job, but I'm not sure about that, either.
Or AGTL, but again, no experience here.
Enable tracking:
Application Menu (bar at the top) > Track > Capture
Use the Virtual Earth Hybrid Map: Map list ( < arrow in the bottom right corner) > Virtual Earth Hybrid.
Of course, this is only useful if you're able to figure out where you're going before you get there (Or if you have a data plan), since you need to view the area to download the maps. (I'm sure there's a manual way, but I haven't figured it out yet.)
I think eCoach can do the same thing (and also track fitness related info), but I haven't really used it at all.
EasyPark also might be able to do the job, but I'm not sure about that, either.
Or AGTL, but again, no experience here.
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==In school once again. Free time limited to night, holidays and weekends.==
Hi! I'm Andy, a Maemo Greeter!
I'm also a moderator of the Applications, Nokia N900, and Maemo 5/Fremantle forums. Useful Links: Maemo Wiki Main Page, New users start here, Beginners' wiki page, Maemo5 101, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Also, pin yourself in the map! Maemo Map. Send me a PM (Private Message) if I leave you hanging on a problem (or if you need more help).
Owner of both a N800 and N900; Active community member since Jan 2010. You've been xommified! - My blog.
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2010-06-09
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I would also suggest using mapper/mappero the major advantage is that you can download maps off-line in a very easy fashion (select a bounding rectangle and set zoom levels) for most major maps google openstreetmap.
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2010-06-09
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I will check those out thanks.
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2010-06-09
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could you explain geocaching
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2010-06-09
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Originally Posted by T-unit
Someone hides a box wiht some stuff in it and posts the GPS coordinates at geocaching.com
could you explain geocaching
Somenelse downloads the coordinates and tries to find the box
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2010-06-09
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You also have QLandkarte M and GT for hijing, you can use all your paper maps do to offline.
And see your travel in 3D on your home computer
http://www.qlandkarte.org/index.php?...d=11&Itemid=12
Fabrice
And see your travel in 3D on your home computer
http://www.qlandkarte.org/index.php?...d=11&Itemid=12
Fabrice
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2010-06-09
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Originally Posted by T-unit
Remember those scavenger hunts as a kid?
could you explain geocaching
Pretty much the same concept, except much bigger scale.
GPS instead of a clue sheet
The world instead of a backyard
Canisters instead of toys and candy (although some people leave trinkets, it's uncommon, and very frowned upon to leave food).
Basically, you go around and leaving your mark on geocaches that you find on websites like geocaching.com
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Hi! I'm Andy, a Maemo Greeter! I'm also a moderator of the Applications, Nokia N900, and Maemo 5/Fremantle forums.
Useful Links: Maemo Wiki Main Page, New users start here, Beginners' wiki page, Maemo5 101, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Also, pin yourself in the map! Maemo Map. Send me a PM (Private Message) if I leave you hanging on a problem (or if you need more help).
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==In school once again. Free time limited to night, holidays and weekends.==
Hi! I'm Andy, a Maemo Greeter!
I'm also a moderator of the Applications, Nokia N900, and Maemo 5/Fremantle forums. Useful Links: Maemo Wiki Main Page, New users start here, Beginners' wiki page, Maemo5 101, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Also, pin yourself in the map! Maemo Map. Send me a PM (Private Message) if I leave you hanging on a problem (or if you need more help).
Owner of both a N800 and N900; Active community member since Jan 2010. You've been xommified! - My blog.
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2010-06-10
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Originally Posted by T-unit
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4VFe...layer_embedded
could you explain geocaching
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2010-06-10
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Ok actually sounds fun.... Um ecouch worked like magic.. Thanks