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    laptop gps

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by Sean S, Oct 7, 2007.

  1. Sean S

    Sean S Notebook Consultant

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    I tried searching, but I could not find a good answer...

    I'm looking to add a gps receiver/mapping software to my laptop. i'm not looking to get a dedicated gps unit.

    what are your recommendations? the only one i'm really familiar with is MS Streets & Tips with their GPS.... is this worth it?

    I would like mapping capabilities, gas station/amenities locations, routing capabilities, and, if at all possible, satellite imaging like google maps does.

    recommend me a gps and software bundle! :)
     
    Sean S, Oct 7, 2007
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  2. leaftye

    leaftye Notebook Consultant

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    I like Streets & Trips. I've used older versions with GPS and it was just "okay" for GPS tracking, but that was a really old version. The newest version looks MUCH better. I plan to upgrade to the latest version before my next trip.
     
    leaftye, Oct 7, 2007
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    gldo3 Notebook Enthusiast

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    I have/use a Garmin GPS 60C with City Select v7 (older version since City Navigator 8 just came out). I haven't used it in conjunction w/ a laptop yet but understand that it CAN be done with a program/download like Garmin's nRoute.
    http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=575#Instruct
    I plan to take a trip in a few weeks and will try it myself.
    As far as satellite imaging, I would stick to Google maps since (as far as I know) they are the most up-to-date.
     
    gldo3, Oct 7, 2007
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  4. allan_huang

    allan_huang Notebook Deity

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    I have MS Streets and Trips 2007, but no GPS :(
     
    allan_huang, Oct 8, 2007
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