GPS

[MB487]

whatsup..

i really wanna download gps so i can use it on my laptop in my car.. any idea how or where to get it..

thanks dudes

[blue_rolla]

well you have to buy a GPS receiver first. i just use a USB thing with a long ***** cable so you can position it in the best location...

then you have to download the GPS programs, which you can get for free from a number of sites...

the problem is getting your hands on maps. they are very difficult to download, especially australian maps... you might have to buy them.

[BigBum]

GPS is the greatest thing in the world :D besides... Pho

Just like blue_rolla said, get your hands on a GPS receiver first (either USB or bluetooth)... personally I prefer the USB ones as the bluetooth sh*ts me. I'd hate it if the receiver ran out of battery during a long trip too.

Some free GPS software include Freedrive and Mapmonkey.

http://www.freedrive.co.uk/

http://www.mapmonkey.net/

Mapmonkey works better for me as I can click on the map and drag around to view other streets incase I need to find shortcuts when stuck in traffic, etc.

Then you'll need to find Australian maps. You'll need Destinator maps since those 2 programs I mentioned use Denstinator maps. You can either buy them (around $300-$400aus) or try finding them. Or if you ask nicely, I'm sure some members here can share it with you :)

[MB487]

oh wow.. thanks alot guys..

does anyone here have any maps?? it would be much appreciated..

btw.. how much are those recievers.. is it just a dicksmith thing??

[BigBum]

oh wow.. thanks alot guys..

does anyone here have any maps?? it would be much appreciated..

btw.. how much are those recievers.. is it just a dicksmith thing??

GPS receivers start from around $80 on ebay. I got an $80 one and it works a treat :D

[RXSeven]

There's always the T-Sport head unit. Someone in melbourne has one. They look cool. Integrated GPS.

I know it's not on a laptop but it still looks cool.