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DaHose
Nov 15, 2014Explorer
I have opted to use my phone as my GPS and connect it into my stereo system.
Modern cell phones have true GPS and are really flexible. I use Google maps and have yet to run into a situation where it didn't work. So long as you plot your course, it seems to hold on to the map even when cell signal drops out.
Alternately, you can install downloaded apps and pull complete maps of areas you plan to visit. A large screen, dedicated GPS in the vehicle is definitely a nice feature, but my cell phone sure does a great job for me.
Jose
Modern cell phones have true GPS and are really flexible. I use Google maps and have yet to run into a situation where it didn't work. So long as you plot your course, it seems to hold on to the map even when cell signal drops out.
Alternately, you can install downloaded apps and pull complete maps of areas you plan to visit. A large screen, dedicated GPS in the vehicle is definitely a nice feature, but my cell phone sure does a great job for me.
Jose
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