Which GPS for Google Maps?? - Motorola Q Forum

muzicman82 · 02-10-2007, 01:59 AM

I'm looking for a Bluetooth GPS that will work with both my MOTO Q BLACK using Google Maps (or other free Internet based maps) and my laptop (which has Bluetooth) using Microsoft Streets & Trips 2007.

There's the Bluetooth Pharos one, which I assume is the same as the one shipping with MS Streets & Trips, but Bluetooth... for around $100.

Then there's something like TomTom's Bluetooth GPS for more $$.

Any suggestions? I like small. I like good battery life.

koiphish · 02-10-2007, 05:20 AM

I have a rechargable GlobalSat BT-338 GPS unit that I use with my laptop, pocket pc and my motorola q.

I use it with Streets and Trips 2007, Netstumbler (for wardriving), Google Earth Pro and Virtual Earth Mobile for my Motorola Q.

It's rechargable batteries gives it from 16 to 17 hours of use per charge. Plus it is small enough to carry in your pocket and you can get a car charger for it to keep it charged in the car.

Tip: To use the gps unit on more than one device at a time, I suggest using GPSGate. I use 2 devices with mine simultaneously... my pocket pc loaded with Streets and Trips 2007 (windshield mounted) and my laptop running Netstumbler for wardriving. It also allows more than one piece of software to use the gps signal too. This is nice for like running Netstumbler, Streets and Trips and Google Earth Pro at the same time.

Enjoy!

ericshmerick · 02-10-2007, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by koiphish

I have a rechargable GlobalSat BT-338 GPS unit that I use with my laptop, pocket pc and my motorola q.

I have the same GPS unit..used it extensively with my 6700 and iGuidance. Now that iGuidance is incompatible with the Q, I'll have to try the BT-338 with my Q/google maps. No GPS program like iGuidance, but free, so I might as well try it out.

SafeHarbor · 02-10-2007, 09:41 PM

The 338 is being replacing by the 359. It's more stylish, but not a greater performer. Both are good devices, and the 338 is known for fantastic multipath rejection, so it's great in "urban canyon" situations.It was a darling of the GPS forums last year, and it should be a good GPS to use this year.

Lamar

ih8q · 02-12-2007, 02:32 AM

I am going crazy I have a bluetooth gps receiver that worked fine with my other samsung i730. I got the q last week and the q barley see's the device I have to manually add it and I get a question mark next to it. I downloaded google maps and tryed to activate the gps, but it said my gps is not communicating. I need help this is driving me nuts. I read a posting about a reg change but I don't have any way of editing my registry. Can some one help me connect or edit my regestry?

muzicman82 · 02-12-2007, 02:37 AM

I just ordered the 359. I figured it charges via Mini-USB, which is reason enough to get the later model. The last thing I need is another charger to carry around.

kreep · 02-12-2007, 06:11 PM

Is GPS all what it's cut out to be?
I'm thinking about getting a bluetooth receiver but am having second thoughts.
I think it will just be a gadget I don't use.
For those who have one is it just for the cool factor or do you find that you use it everyday?
I work as outside sales so I'm on the road a lot but I know where all my clients are located.
I tried to find a demo online to see how a GPS system would work but came up with bupkiss.

UncleBob · 04-17-2007, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by koiphish

I have a rechargable GlobalSat BT-338 GPS unit that I use with my laptop, pocket pc and my motorola q.

I use it with Streets and Trips 2007, Netstumbler (for wardriving), Google Earth Pro and Virtual Earth Mobile for my Motorola Q.

It's rechargable batteries gives it from 16 to 17 hours of use per charge. Plus it is small enough to carry in your pocket and you can get a car charger for it to keep it charged in the car.

Tip: To use the gps unit on more than one device at a time, I suggest using GPSGate. I use 2 devices with mine simultaneously... my pocket pc loaded with Streets and Trips 2007 (windshield mounted) and my laptop running Netstumbler for wardriving. It also allows more than one piece of software to use the gps signal too. This is nice for like running Netstumbler, Streets and Trips and Google Earth Pro at the same time.

Enjoy!

I have a GlobalSatBT-338 GPS that works well with CoPilot 6 (for the Q), but I am unable to get it to work with any other program, including Google maps. It works with GPSGate on my Cingular 8525 (Win Mobile 5), but on that unit, it still is not recognized by Google Maps. If anyone has been able to get an external bluetooth receiver to pair with a Q (or a Cingular 8525), please provide detailed instructions.

Stealth · 04-17-2007, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by UncleBob

I have a GlobalSatBT-338 GPS that works well with CoPilot 6 (for the Q), but I am unable to get it to work with any other program, including Google maps. It works with GPSGate on my Cingular 8525 (Win Mobile 5), but on that unit, it still is not recognized by Google Maps. If anyone has been able to get an external bluetooth receiver to pair with a Q (or a Cingular 8525), please provide detailed instructions.

Several people have please search the Bluetooth forum for information.

jonwadsworth · 04-18-2007, 10:02 AM

Sorry, this may be a bit off-thread, but I'm trying to get GPS for Google Maps to work on my new Q, and I am wondering how this whole process works.

The Q has an internal GPS locator, (right?) so why do I need an external GPS antenna?

If you use an external antenna, do you need the GPS service from Sprint (or whatever Wireless provider)? Can Sprint charge you for GPS if you're using a different GPS antenna?

Thanks for all your help!!

Jon