@thechiefaroo You can absolutely use it for geocaching. We tested the Cradle with the following apps: Geocaching (V3.1) and Geosphere (V2.1.1), but there are more apps. Please visit the Cradle's web site (GPScradle.dualav.com) and check out the blog for more information.
What kind of GPS receiver is it? Average or good sensitivity? I would want to use more for Geocaching and with RunKeeper without the contract of an iPhone. Seems a little steep in price, but will seriously consider.
@TouchDawg you can use it with google maps or other gps software, most full cover gps maps are 2gb, thats the space for all the information of the whole contry, if you only need a part some software allow smaller bits (eg tomtom)
NavAtlas works best with destinations with street addresses. It will remember previous addresses youve typed in as well as let you create you own personal POI list (this lets you turn a destination into a recallable landmark.) If youre out hiking and want to set a waypoint based on a specific latitude & longitude, try a different app (Topo Maps & Gaia GPS come to mind).
Just got an email update. Due out late February in the US first. Details about exactly when/where and how much aren't yet official. Here's what little I know do know.
Price: $179.99.
Will the GPS Cradle fit over your case? No. The GPS Cradle only adds 0.7 of thickness & 3 oz. of weight.
You can sync and charge via the USB port.
Free NavAtlas is a little over 2GB. Released Jan. 9th.
But why did they design it for the Touch exclusively? I own an iPhone, not a Touch. Unless I missed something, this device will do me and millions like me no good whatsoever.
@jiminycrickett5 the dual is for ipod users that either have other phone or cannot afford the iphone as the iphone has already built in gps, although less powerful the iphone can also use the 3g network to adjust gps, so the ipod touch is needing it more
This thing blows the tom tom out of the water. this have a free application and much smaller reciever that you can just keep on the device. The tom tom you can only use in the car with a bulky device which costs $100 bucks and you have to pay $50 for the app. What a rip off. this device has free and hopefully a price under 100 as stand alone units now cost 50 bucks
The software they are showing in the video looks exactly like G-Map. I don't know if they've licensed G-Map for private label or what, but if you have an iPhone 3G or 3GS, and you like what you see here, G-Map is available at the appStore.
This is so stupid. Where are you going to get your WiFi connection from. Yes it might be able to upload and save the directions before you leave your home but what if you get lost. Notice the Wifi signal on the iPod shown keeps appearing and disappearing. Pointless product.
You don't need a wifi connection. The maps and application are all on the ipod. The GPS doesn't use wifi for positioning. In fact you don't need wifi at all for this to work.
Well, maybe pointless for some. As a Verizon phone owner, I should be able to share my Verizon Data Connection via WiFi from my Windows Mobile 6.5 (which is crap, just so yall know - die Microsoft die) hacked Samsung Omnia with the iPod Touch. Technically, this is feasible. All the benefits of the iPhone, with a reliable, all over high speed data network to boot. I have up till now avoided the iPhone given AT&T crap network. Finally, into the happy Apple portable world I go.
Just to clarify, the Google Maps app requires WiFi to work and it does not provide spoken turn-by-turn directions. Dual's NavAtlas is a fully-featured navigation app, and it does not require a WiFi connection. Thank you.
Does it work with other GPS apps on the iphone like Google maps, topo maps app, Geocaching app etc..
If it does you guys will sell allot!!! The Iphone Geocaching app is the best Geocaching on ANY GPS.You guys should really make shure you get your GPS add on to support it! an I would love iPhone support too since the iPhones GPS Stinks!
This has got to be the greatest accessory to the iDevices yet. A free navi-app and a battery/gps cradle? I call that a seller, lets hope it does on par or better than the TomTom App :)
Was just Wondering if you can use this for geocaching! You know like were you type corodinates into a gps and it makes a route and finds things!,
thechiefaroo 1 year ago
@thechiefaroo You can absolutely use it for geocaching. We tested the Cradle with the following apps: Geocaching (V3.1) and Geosphere (V2.1.1), but there are more apps. Please visit the Cradle's web site (GPScradle.dualav.com) and check out the blog for more information.
DualElectronics 1 year ago
where do you buy this from
funnyvideolol123 1 year ago
I like how you used the Honda Civic (R) to represent the cars in the commercial. Very nice and appealing touch.
pccontroller 1 year ago
mine says loading and its not downloading please help
iGoPc88 1 year ago
hi dude
its there maps for saudi arabia ? and if is there how can i order this one ?
N thx
heshooo306 1 year ago
does it work in canada?
tdtdtony 1 year ago
Wow this is cool and I thought that the gps rsver is in the iPod it's self
MrThedam 1 year ago
What kind of GPS receiver is it? Average or good sensitivity? I would want to use more for Geocaching and with RunKeeper without the contract of an iPhone. Seems a little steep in price, but will seriously consider.
weakland07 1 year ago
can i buy this at bestbuy?
poetias 1 year ago
If the cradle's $200, why not just buy an iPhone?
SandburgSpartans 1 year ago
@SandburgSpartans monthly plan cost another hundred, per month
SeeWhatDuncanSees 1 year ago
I am finaly getting one next week. And I love that add I watch it every day it is so cachy.
tubeexpike 1 year ago
I'm wondering... Microphone builtin?
supermansamuel 1 year ago
wish it wasnt 2 gb for the app. i only have 2 gb left on my itouch :(
TouchDawg 2 years ago
@TouchDawg you can use it with google maps or other gps software, most full cover gps maps are 2gb, thats the space for all the information of the whole contry, if you only need a part some software allow smaller bits (eg tomtom)
solsang 1 year ago
Does anyone know if this device will update its map database as do other gps devices? and Secondly how is t
Mitrovah 2 years ago
it's just a GPS, it'll use the maps of any of the other ipod gps mapping tools
TikkerLoS 2 years ago
More details:
NavAtlas works best with destinations with street addresses. It will remember previous addresses youve typed in as well as let you create you own personal POI list (this lets you turn a destination into a recallable landmark.) If youre out hiking and want to set a waypoint based on a specific latitude & longitude, try a different app (Topo Maps & Gaia GPS come to mind).
a2works 2 years ago
Do you know if we can use the cradle with perhaps TomTom or another GPS app?
Frezkee 2 years ago
@Frezkee Yes, it provides gp signal for all normal maps and gpd programs, and it is using a stronger gps chip than the one in iphone
solsang 1 year ago
Just got an email update. Due out late February in the US first. Details about exactly when/where and how much aren't yet official. Here's what little I know do know.
Price: $179.99.
Will the GPS Cradle fit over your case? No. The GPS Cradle only adds 0.7 of thickness & 3 oz. of weight.
You can sync and charge via the USB port.
Free NavAtlas is a little over 2GB. Released Jan. 9th.
a2works 2 years ago
Wow thats one hell of an app... lol
Frezkee 2 years ago
Finally something for the itouch.
lilvietkhmer 2 years ago 3
But why did they design it for the Touch exclusively? I own an iPhone, not a Touch. Unless I missed something, this device will do me and millions like me no good whatsoever.
jiminycrickett5 2 years ago
@jiminycrickett5 iPhone have some gps things in it like maps..not the ipod touch cause you always need wifi, except for this time ! :)
maximlef 2 years ago
because iphones already have a gps built in. ipod touches dont
lamp7002 2 years ago
@jiminycrickett5 the dual is for ipod users that either have other phone or cannot afford the iphone as the iphone has already built in gps, although less powerful the iphone can also use the 3g network to adjust gps, so the ipod touch is needing it more
solsang 1 year ago
Would Gowalla and Foursquare work?
MrDark467 2 years ago
Just checked this morning. It was just added to the app store.
ethan1112 2 years ago
When will this be available in the US, also when in the UK? I am in the UK can I use it with other map software like TomTom, Copilot etc? Thanks
wimbledonswirl 2 years ago
This thing blows the tom tom out of the water. this have a free application and much smaller reciever that you can just keep on the device. The tom tom you can only use in the car with a bulky device which costs $100 bucks and you have to pay $50 for the app. What a rip off. this device has free and hopefully a price under 100 as stand alone units now cost 50 bucks
39jibber 2 years ago
Okay, really? Almost January and still no device? I'd love to buy it but I don't see it anywhere.
TherapudicCaffeine 2 years ago
Europe, The Netherland is interrested too!
dickgerritsen 2 years ago
The software they are showing in the video looks exactly like G-Map. I don't know if they've licensed G-Map for private label or what, but if you have an iPhone 3G or 3GS, and you like what you see here, G-Map is available at the appStore.
skyles589 2 years ago
What the tomtom is like 90$ i would pay like about that for this hopefully its less!!!
GrahWhite 2 years ago
i really want to get one, but i just can't find it. So where can i find it???? Please tell me as soon as its come out. THX
jailbreakmaster3 2 years ago
Is the Application on Itunes i looked didn't see it there. Anyone know?
tanman210 2 years ago
Availibility, still end of November ? Price ?
DecIRC 2 years ago
when is the app going to be avaliable? I did not seeit on the appstore
donfabianacosta 2 years ago
I cant even get the app from the app store?
donfabianacosta 2 years ago 2
why not for iphone? this could be a real rival to the tomtom car kit and any "juice pack".
fredslow 2 years ago
Their website says the maps are "built-in" and no wi-fi is needed. Read before bashing, please.
theclassicalgod 2 years ago 10
Cool !!! i gonna to buy it as soon.
john1966elliott 2 years ago
$180 bucks? If I already didn't have a Garmin nuvi I would spring for this in a heartbeat.
mechan9 2 years ago
This is so stupid. Where are you going to get your WiFi connection from. Yes it might be able to upload and save the directions before you leave your home but what if you get lost. Notice the Wifi signal on the iPod shown keeps appearing and disappearing. Pointless product.
LGMarines 2 years ago
You don't need a wifi connection. The maps and application are all on the ipod. The GPS doesn't use wifi for positioning. In fact you don't need wifi at all for this to work.
chicago820 2 years ago
Well, maybe pointless for some. As a Verizon phone owner, I should be able to share my Verizon Data Connection via WiFi from my Windows Mobile 6.5 (which is crap, just so yall know - die Microsoft die) hacked Samsung Omnia with the iPod Touch. Technically, this is feasible. All the benefits of the iPhone, with a reliable, all over high speed data network to boot. I have up till now avoided the iPhone given AT&T crap network. Finally, into the happy Apple portable world I go.
rikkmon 2 years ago
so tru, i dont know why people gave u a thumbs down for that...
might as well just get google maps app, does the same thing
sabharwal2 2 years ago
Just to clarify, the Google Maps app requires WiFi to work and it does not provide spoken turn-by-turn directions. Dual's NavAtlas is a fully-featured navigation app, and it does not require a WiFi connection. Thank you.
DualElectronics 2 years ago 10
Ok just to clarify, where is the app on itunes? its not there.
tanman210 2 years ago
Does it work with other GPS apps on the iphone like Google maps, topo maps app, Geocaching app etc..
If it does you guys will sell allot!!! The Iphone Geocaching app is the best Geocaching on ANY GPS.You guys should really make shure you get your GPS add on to support it! an I would love iPhone support too since the iPhones GPS Stinks!
peteostro 2 years ago
Awesome news for all iPod Touch owners
lantinian 2 years ago
when can people be able to get this?
CatzRuleZWorld 2 years ago
This has got to be the greatest accessory to the iDevices yet. A free navi-app and a battery/gps cradle? I call that a seller, lets hope it does on par or better than the TomTom App :)
grimAXY 2 years ago
awesome. i'm getting
vicxs44 2 years ago 2