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VZ Navigator X breaks way, and it coming out very soon. It's got me pretty intrigued, and even considering switching from my Garmin Nuvi 660, which is pretty old school, but it works really well. So far, I really haven't been too impressed with the phone navigation systems, and I really haven't thought it was very cool that they want us customers to pay a $10 monthly service fee for this. But, this new VZ Navigator X has some pretty cool features that would maybe make paying the $10 fee worth it. I am going to consider trying it out, and giving it a full YouTube Review.
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Cellphones, GPS, Mobile Software
VZ Navigator Version X breaks cover, adds 'virtual city' maps, social features, and more
By Chris Ziegler posted Jan 28th 2011 12:44AM
Paying a monthly fee -- or any fee, for that matter -- for turn-by-turn navigation on Android devices has felt pretty unpalatable ever since Google Maps Navigation happened, but Verizon's still trying to make things interesting with the latest version of its VZ Navigator product. A quick feature rundown of its new "Version X" is up on YouTube right now, and we'll admit, we're a little intrigued by some of this stuff: realistic 3D buildings in major cities (unlike the nondescript boxes in Google Maps, we imagine), some form of dead reckoning capability for those times that you don't have GPS reception, satellite maps, overhead street signs, social integration for letting folks know where you are, and a whole bunch of views for customizing the experience. We're assuming service is the same $9.99 a month that Big Red charges currently, but there'll also be a free version -- VZ Navigator Maps -- that dispenses of some of the crazier features. We're hearing this might be officially announced in a few hours, so more details will presumably be in tow; in the meantime, follow the break for the teaser video.
Verizon Wireless today announced VZ Navigator VX -- the latest version of the company's award-winning navigation service -- is now available on select DROID™ smartphones, including DROID X by Motorola, DROID Incredible by HTC and the Samsung Fascinate™. Powered by TeleCommunication Systems, VZ Navigator VX is unlike any other navigation service offered today, providing customers with 3D navigation views using enhanced 3D city models and true-to-life images of highway and exit signs.
An evolution of ordinary direction services, the 3D capabilities of VZ Navigator VX are available in six cities at launch, including: Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles, Kansas City, Mo., New York, and Washington D.C., with more cities being added in 2011. The 3D city and road views add dimension to the turn-by-turn directions VZ Navigator VX offers. Other enhancements in the newest version include "real" signs and road views, satellite maps and day/night modes among other features.
"Verizon Wireless continues to add more to VZ Navigator, and VZ Navigator VX now gives our customers some of the most advanced mapping and navigation services available today," said Kristi Crum, director, Consumer Solutions for Verizon Wireless. "Whether they are in a familiar place and need to get around more efficiently or exploring new territory in a car or on foot, customers can turn to VZ Navigator to get them where they want to go."
VZ Navigator VX builds on existing location-based technology, including an easy-to-use interface, improved functionality for finding points of interest, the ability to run multiple VZ Navigator functions simultaneously within a navigation session and integration with Facebook®.
Customers can download VZ Navigator VX from the Android Market™. It is available for $9.99 a month for unlimited access, $4.99 for a weekly usage or $2.99 for a one-day/24-hour use. VZ Navigator VX is available initially on DROID X by Motorola, the Samsung Fascinate and the DROID Incredible by HTC with additional devices rolling out in 2011. Unlike traditional navigation devices that require annual upgrades to remain accurate, the monthly charge includes continuous updates to maps and points of interest. Download charges vary and airtime or megabyte charges may apply when browsing, downloading and using certain applications.
TeleCommunication Systems (TCS) (NASDAQ: TSYS), is a leader in location-based technology whose mobile services empower consumers to make quick, smart decisions when they're on the go. For more information about TCS products and services, visit www.telecomsys.com.
Verizon Wireless reminds customers that when behind the wheel, safe driving should always be the first priority. For additional information and a full set of terms and conditions for VZ Navigator, visit www.verizonwireless.com/vznavigator.
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Verizon VZ Navigator Demoby chrisbrogan1,245 views
@tf51d Yeah, I tried the current version of VZ Navigator on my iPhone 4, and I didn't really care for it, also, I don't like the idea of relying on a cell phone signal, because if you go in some rural areas, it would probably lose the signal. Thanks for the heads up, and thanks for watching.
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TheRecoveringBanker 1 year ago
Google Navigation is better. and it has the virtue of being free. It has layers that can take you to restaurants, banks etc.. (Probably similar to your Garmin), It has satellite view, and uses (Oprional) Google Street view at turns to show you what the turn will look like. It also uses it to show you a picture of your destination. Of course it gives voice instructions as well.
tf51d 1 year ago