two travelers wrote:
Our GPS is starting to give us problems. Looking into new ones. Wonder does Google Maps have an option to give you voice directions, speed and time to destination on our smart phone? Can't seem to find this on Maps. Are there any other progams to consider?
YES, and by default they are ON
On mine with the phone in Portrat orientation
Top of screen is distance to next turn and an indicator right/left/straight. and the name of the road to turn on
Middle is map
Bottom is anticipated trip time.. not sure of miles w/o checking.
Voice is active by default but since I keep MEDIA silenced I have to remember to turn up the volume.. Uses speaker so it's fairly loud.
Bad thing... If you are in an non-coverage area and exit maps for any reason.. You are lost.. (Less you saved to device first)
Other bad thing.. EATS POWER,, I mean big time like 20 watts 1.5 amp charger will NOT keep phone charged while using it) Turn off screen to conservave power if you must.
When the battery gets low.. it tells you to turn far too late.