Which trail mapping GPS receiver works the best to outline trails on Google Maps/Earth? [more inside]
posted by jeffmac on Nov 29, 2009 - 4 answers

You: owner of in-car GPS with points of interest. Me: trying to buy one but not knowing which one to get and what other things I might need. [more inside]
posted by Leezie on Nov 28, 2009 - 4 answers

I'm looking for a GPS system for the fleet at my business. We have 6 trucks and run a small service company. I'm having a hard time finding what I need. [more inside]
posted by Tavern on Nov 24, 2009 - 6 answers

Is there a GPS device for me? [more inside]
posted by btkuhn on Nov 16, 2009 - 11 answers

How does A-GPS work? It's not working for me and I'm wondering if it's my phone or my provider (Rogers in Vancouver) [more inside]
posted by randomstriker on Oct 29, 2009 - 8 answers

How do I turn my GPS track logs into a nice-looking trail map? Do I need a GIS package? [more inside]
posted by Kadin2048 on Oct 20, 2009 - 7 answers

Help a complete GPS newbie help Santa. [spoilers for biscotti] [more inside]
posted by ROU_Xenophobe on Oct 15, 2009 - 8 answers

What's the best way to buy a GPS in the US for someone who lives in France but speaks English? [more inside]
posted by schwa on Oct 7, 2009 - 4 answers

Is there an iPhone app (or location-aware website) that will show me Craigslist rentals near my current location? [more inside]
posted by waxpancake on Sep 13, 2009 - 8 answers

I'm looking to buy a personal handheld GPS unit mainly for hiking and geocaching. Recommend an awesome model for me! [more inside]
posted by PetiePal on Sep 2, 2009 - 24 answers

Can you recommend a watch for a jogger? [more inside]
posted by monkeymadness on Aug 17, 2009 - 10 answers

A good GPS for DIY cartography -- what do you think? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee on Aug 13, 2009 - 5 answers

What are some good resources for making my own maps? [more inside]
posted by mateuslee on Jul 31, 2009 - 10 answers

When in my basement apartment, iPhone OS 2.0 could locate me within 10m of my actual coordinates; OS 3.0, on the other hand, thinks I'm 700m down the road. What gives? [more inside]
posted by onshi on Jul 23, 2009 - 5 answers

My boss wants me to research GPS units for him to use since he'll be traveling a lot more in the near future. Any recommendations? I really don't know what I should be looking for in a good GPS unit. [more inside]
posted by chiababe on Jul 14, 2009 - 18 answers

Chicagoans: where is this view taken from?
posted by parttimeninja on Jul 11, 2009 - 13 answers

My TomTom One 3rd Edition stopped getting a GPS Signal Yesterday! Please hope me! [more inside]
posted by Admira on Jun 30, 2009 - 5 answers

Is there somewhere that has the USGS (public-domain?) topographic maps available for free download? [more inside]
posted by ConstantineXVI on Jun 30, 2009 - 9 answers

Without going ahead and junking my existing Polar system for a Garmin 305 or 405, is there any relatively small GPS unit I could clip onto my mp3 player armband to add the functionality I'd like (uploading routes to a Sportracks, motionbased, trainingpeaks like service...with the added benefit that I'd have something to take on a hike or go geocaching? [more inside]
posted by teg4rvn on Jun 15, 2009 - 4 answers

Asking for my brother: What's a good free GPS program for the Blackjack II? [more inside]
posted by Deflagro on Jun 1, 2009 - 1 answer

I've resisted getting in iPhone so far. However, now I need a good, portable GPS and am wondering whether I should go for an iPhone, or a dedicated GPS. If the latter, which one? [more inside]
posted by thread_makimaki on May 18, 2009 - 32 answers

How can I get a google map to display my current position automatically? [more inside]
posted by krautland on May 10, 2009 - 13 answers

I'm looking for a way to search for Wikipedia entries by locality or by gps coordinates, like the iPhone WikiMe application does except on the web. Any suggestions? Thanks!!
posted by Misciel on May 5, 2009 - 3 answers

Is there an application for Blackberry that has the ability to give location-specific reminders? [more inside]
posted by jinatrix on Apr 13, 2009 - 1 answer

I have a Navman F15 (US version) that I'm thinking about hacking to run different GPS software on, but I have a few questions/concerns. [more inside]
posted by rossination on Apr 5, 2009 - 0 answers

Has anyone successfully attached an iPhone to their bicycle handlebars? [more inside]
posted by stackhaus23 on Mar 23, 2009 - 3 answers

I'm thinking about getting a blackberry pearl. will I need a data plan to view maps? [more inside]
posted by krautland on Mar 23, 2009 - 10 answers

I have almost a year's worth of GPS track logs. I'd like to be able to automatically split them by trip type (walking, biking, car) and filter out some of the noise that gets generated when leaving the GPS on while stationary. [more inside]
posted by komilnefopa on Mar 17, 2009 - 3 answers

I was thinking about "tag and release" projects/sites, where you basically leave something for a stranger to find, and came up with four off the top of my head: Geocaching, Disposable cameras on park benches, Bookcrossing, and Photochaining. Are there other examples? Thanks!
posted by Jim Biancolo on Mar 5, 2009 - 11 answers

How can I avoid having my car broken into -- again? I've had a GPS and an iPod stolen out of my car twice in the past three months. Assuming I buy replacements for one or both, how do I avoid going through this yet again in another three months? What have others found to be effective or ineffective, and are there any relevant stats or studies on any of this? My current best plan is to simply remove both from my car every time I get out (except in my garage); that'll be a PITA, but manageable. Are thieves going to see the mounts and break in anyway? If I leave them locked in the glove compartment instead, are they significantly less safe than on my person? If I simply mounted the GPS somewhere other than the windshield, as suggested by the office taking the report the second time, is that enough to make a difference? [more inside]
posted by SeanCier on Mar 2, 2009 - 38 answers

My Garmin Nuvi (350) won't navigate when I attach it to my car's charger, which is a bummer for obvious reasons. It turns on, but the screen shows an image of it being attached to a PC, and it only goes back to navigation mode if I unplug it. [more inside]
posted by Bakuun on Feb 1, 2009 - 5 answers

I'm planning on going to Japan later on in the year, and I need a new camera. [more inside]
posted by doctor.dan on Jan 30, 2009 - 22 answers

It is possible to transfer waypoint data from an old Garmin GPS II Plus model to a MacBook Pro running Mac OS X 10.5? [more inside]
posted by jcdill on Jan 28, 2009 - 5 answers

I got a crap refurbished GPS for my girlfriend - a clarion NICE 430 because it was on sale for a low price. But it's got old maps, no updates and less support. I'm buying her another one, but what can I do with THIS one? Besides chucking it at the clarion building. [more inside]
posted by rileyray3000 on Jan 26, 2009 - 5 answers

Are there any ExpressCard/54 GPS cards? [more inside]
posted by trokair on Jan 21, 2009 - 2 answers

Software to process and display (map, etc.) .gpx files on a Mac [more inside]
posted by jcdill on Jan 10, 2009 - 9 answers

Help me find or create a grid with GPS coordinates of every square mile of the USA. Can I use Expert GPS or Google Earth to do this? [more inside]
posted by Xurando on Jan 10, 2009 - 6 answers

Hi there, I'm looking for advice on the right GPS unit. This would be my first purchase but I have used a few in the past and I know what didn't work for me and what did. I've read a bit but to be honest I still don't have a clue about manufacturers, specific models, chipsets and everything else. I was wondering if y'all could help? [more inside]
posted by fingerbang on Dec 26, 2008 - 5 answers

How can I create a trail map using a GPS? [more inside]
posted by SNACKeR on Dec 26, 2008 - 14 answers

Navigation system recommendations for my 70-something mom. [more inside]
posted by TedW on Dec 11, 2008 - 8 answers

My car's USB adapter makes staticy noises over the radio. Should I replace it, and if so, with what? [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim on Dec 6, 2008 - 3 answers

I've just learned about geocaching and it sounds incredible. Please help me get started, especially with choosing a receiver! [more inside]
posted by Arasithil on Dec 5, 2008 - 15 answers

Can anyone give me a reason not to get a Garmin nüvi 350 just because it has been discontinued by Garmin? [more inside]
posted by Amby72 on Dec 1, 2008 - 6 answers

How long does it take for new data to get to the major GPS data providers and for GPS systems to update? [more inside]
posted by pdb on Nov 25, 2008 - 8 answers

Can I open/run any old program I want from within Xbox media center (on my mac mini)? [more inside]
posted by kenbennedy on Nov 24, 2008 - 2 answers

What's the best GPS mapping system for making trail maps (software/hardware)? I'm an Apple person. [more inside]
posted by wavejumper on Nov 7, 2008 - 5 answers

My PT Cruiser has a satellite radio receiver installed. I don't care for it. Can I make the antenna more useful? [more inside]
posted by mccarty.tim on Nov 5, 2008 - 3 answers

Is there a free (cheap) KML editor, like NorthGates' KML Editor or KaMeLwriter, for the Mac? [more inside]
posted by brokekid on Oct 28, 2008 - 1 answer

Is there any alternative to Wayfinder Navigator for the forthcoming Sony Ericsson C905? [more inside]
posted by anonaccount on Oct 20, 2008 - 3 answers

Outdoor tech: GPS units - for backpacking, not for a car? Looking for something best suited to solo already-know-waypoint 2-3 day fastpacks. [more inside]
posted by penciltopper on Oct 8, 2008 - 6 answers