GPS navigation app without using data

**andy_wang8844** · 01-25-2012, 04:55 PM

not sure if this is the right plact to put it, but here it goes:

i am looking for a app that make use of my GPS on my BB 9860 without any use of data (i need this because i might travel out of my carrier's tower zones). i dont mind if the price of the app is up to like $10s. thanks

also, do GPS transmittors for blackberries use data at all?

**motorcycle mama** · 01-25-2012, 06:28 PM

Do you just need GPS information (ie Latitude and Longitude)? (This does not require data.)

Or do you need map data? (This typically does require data.)

**CGY Guy** · 01-25-2012, 06:30 PM

The GPS does not use any data from the carrier. It's a satellite signal, and is free.

As for the app, I have to say I'm not sure, but whatever app it is, it will need to store all the maps on the sd card to be able to avoid data use. And, it will be more than $10 I can assure you.

This is why I use a Garmin with lifetime maps, instead of a smartphone. No extra costs involved.

**andy_wang8844** · 01-26-2012, 10:40 AM

yes i need an app that stores maps offline. i intend to load tha maps that i need before leaving home, and then use them with the GPS function, thus avoiding using any data

**TadMorose** · 01-26-2012, 12:15 PM

Last I checked there werent' any apps like that for BB, except fot Garmin, which costs about $100. All other apps require data connection to download maps as you go.

**motorcycle mama** · 01-26-2012, 12:56 PM

The Garmin app requires a data connection as well, I believe.

This might be an option. I have no experience with it. http://www.mgmaps.com/index.php

**efparri** · 01-26-2012, 02:38 PM

The oerson above was talking about a standalone Garmin GPS device.

**efparri** · 01-26-2012, 02:42 PM

Originally Posted by andy_wang8844

not sure if this is the right plact to put it, but here it goes:

i am looking for a app that make use of my GPS on my BB 9860 without any use of data (i need this because i might travel out of my carrier's tower zones). i dont mind if the price of the app is up to like $10s. thanks

also, do GPS transmittors for blackberries use data at all?

The Blackberry Tour uses Assisted GPS. That means that the GPS chip in the phone depends upon a remote GPS server to actually calculate the geographical position on the ground. This requires data, either cellular or Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi cannot be used when you are away from a hotspot.

**motorcycle mama** · 01-26-2012, 03:24 PM

Originally Posted by efparri

The oerson above was talking about a standalone Garmin GPS device.

The above person said "Last I checked there werent' any apps like that for BB, except fot Garmin, which costs about $100. "

That statement is not talking about a standalone Garmin GPS device, which agree is a better solution, however.

**efparri** · 01-26-2012, 05:30 PM

Originally Posted by CGY Guy

The GPS does not use any data from the carrier. It's a satellite signal, and is free.

As for the app, I have to say I'm not sure, but whatever app it is, it will need to store all the maps on the sd card to be able to avoid data use. And, it will be more than $10 I can assure you.

This is why I use a Garmin with lifetime maps, instead of a smartphone. No extra costs involved.

I am talking about this reply.

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**motorcycle mama** · 01-26-2012, 06:15 PM

Right. And I clearly referred to the "Garmin app".

I wasn't referring to a post two posts above mine.

**DubDub** · 01-26-2012, 08:48 PM

I think the best solution would be a stand alone GPS unit, not a cell phone.

**CGY Guy** · 01-26-2012, 08:52 PM

Indeed, it is the best solution. Especially those that have the lifetime maps included.

**TadMorose** · 01-26-2012, 09:08 PM

Originally Posted by motorcycle mama

The Garmin app requires a data connection as well, I believe.

This might be an option. I have no experience with it. http://www.mgmaps.com/index.php

Ah, yes. I remember this app. The process of creating and saving the maps was very long and tedious.

**Klotar** · 01-31-2012, 10:51 AM

A possible alternative is WisePilot. In default mode, it is similar to Garmin Mobile, TeleNav, etc., in that it downloads maps as you go; and of course using data in the process. However, in offline map mode, it uses minimal data and uses maps stored on the SD card (Abroad Mode).

I downloaded offine maps for USA (707 MB) and Canada (60 MB) while connected to wifi. The base subscription is $35 for 2 years, and $5 I think for offline maps option. Some options are not available in Abroad Mode (traffic, construction, nearby attractions, gas).

There is a free trial, 5 days I think.