No built in GPS function on iPhone4?

[joeyvaz]

So I just picked up my iPhone4 yesterday from the local Apple Store. It took over 3 hours because of issues with ATT and the Apple store's system interfacing with each other. So to say I was frustrated is an understatement.

Anyway, I also have a Moto Droid that MAY eventually go away if and when I decide to keep the iPhone4. BUT, I see it doesn't have built in GPS navigation the way my Droid does. The Droid uses google maps for turn by turn directions. It is fantastic AND free. I use this a lot since I am a limo driver. So if I want to have this functionality on my iPhone4 I need to spend another $40 at least for the US Tom Tom maps? That kind of stinks!!! I wish I knew this before wasting 3 hours at the store yesterday.

The iPhone is going to have to knock other aspects and features out of the park in order for me to keep it. I'm glad I decided NOT to port my phone # over from Verizon and kill my account with them immediately after getting the iPhone4.

Any suggestions on whether the Tom Tom or Magellan app is best? Any free apps to give turn by turn directions.

Thanks,
Joe

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[hoserama]

Navigon has regional navigation apps that lessen the cost. For instance, I believe the southeast region is like $19.99. I have and use it along with my wife. We love it but doesn't beat the free one on the droid. If you are wanting something free search the apps store and start downloading. There are tons to close from.

[Robinelli]

So I just picked up my iPhone4 yesterday from the local Apple Store. It took over 3 hours because of issues with ATT and the Apple store's system interfacing with each other. So to say I was frustrated is an understatement.

Anyway, I also have a Moto Droid that MAY eventually go away if and when I decide to keep the iPhone4. BUT, I see it doesn't have built in GPS navigation the way my Droid does. The Droid uses google maps for turn by turn directions. It is fantastic AND free. I use this a lot since I am a limo driver. So if I want to have this functionality on my iPhone4 I need to spend another $40 at least for the US Tom Tom maps? That kind of stinks!!! I wish I knew this before wasting 3 hours at the store yesterday.

The iPhone is going to have to knock other aspects and features out of the park in order for me to keep it. I'm glad I decided NOT to port my phone # over from Verizon and kill my account with them immediately after getting the iPhone4.

Any suggestions on whether the Tom Tom or Magellan app is best? Any free apps to give turn by turn directions.

Thanks,
Joe

Map quest has free voice navigation.

[patoleas]

Would any of the downloaded GPS apps. have no need to use your 3G $$services?

[iridehorses]

Try a free app called Skobbler. It has everything you expect - did I mention it's free?

[iphone-y]

Try a free app called Skobbler. It has everything you expect - did I mention it's free?

BTW - I checked this on the Apps Store and got a link to MapChecka, nothing listed for 'Skobbler'....

[iridehorses]

Strange, I have it and I'm stock.

[Alude904]

So I just picked up my iPhone4 yesterday from the local Apple Store. It took over 3 hours because of issues with ATT and the Apple store's system interfacing with each other. So to say I was frustrated is an understatement.

Anyway, I also have a Moto Droid that MAY eventually go away if and when I decide to keep the iPhone4. BUT, I see it doesn't have built in GPS navigation the way my Droid does. The Droid uses google maps for turn by turn directions. It is fantastic AND free. I use this a lot since I am a limo driver. So if I want to have this functionality on my iPhone4 I need to spend another $40 at least for the US Tom Tom maps? That kind of stinks!!! I wish I knew this before wasting 3 hours at the store yesterday.

The iPhone is going to have to knock other aspects and features out of the park in order for me to keep it. I'm glad I decided NOT to port my phone # over from Verizon and kill my account with them immediately after getting the iPhone4.

Any suggestions on whether the Tom Tom or Magellan app is best? Any free apps to give turn by turn directions.

Thanks,
Joe

Am i missing something here? The iphone 4 has a free app thats called... MAPS! It works perfectly fine. Maybe i Missed something when i was reading but... Idk

[patoleas]

So I just picked up my iPhone4 yesterday from the local Apple Store. It took over 3 hours because of issues with ATT and the Apple store's system interfacing with each other. So to say I was frustrated is an understatement.

Anyway, I also have a Moto Droid that MAY eventually go away if and when I decide to keep the iPhone4. BUT, I see it doesn't have built in GPS navigation the way my Droid does. The Droid uses google maps for turn by turn directions. It is fantastic AND free. I use this a lot since I am a limo driver. So if I want to have this functionality on my iPhone4 I need to spend another $40 at least for the US Tom Tom maps? That kind of stinks!!! I wish I knew this before wasting 3 hours at the store yesterday.

The iPhone is going to have to knock other aspects and features out of the park in order for me to keep it. I'm glad I decided NOT to port my phone # over from Verizon and kill my account with them immediately after getting the iPhone4.

Any suggestions on whether the Tom Tom or Magellan app is best? Any free apps to give turn by turn directions.

Thanks,
Joe

Am i missing something here? The iphone 4 has a free app thats called... MAPS! It works perfectly fine. Maybe i Missed something when i was reading but... Idk

I hope so, I will be getting an iPhone 4 in a couple of weeks, it will be my first iPhone, and not having a GPS free of service fees will be a deal breaker for me.

[Alude904]

So I just picked up my iPhone4 yesterday from the local Apple Store. It took over 3 hours because of issues with ATT and the Apple store's system interfacing with each other. So to say I was frustrated is an understatement.

Anyway, I also have a Moto Droid that MAY eventually go away if and when I decide to keep the iPhone4. BUT, I see it doesn't have built in GPS navigation the way my Droid does. The Droid uses google maps for turn by turn directions. It is fantastic AND free. I use this a lot since I am a limo driver. So if I want to have this functionality on my iPhone4 I need to spend another $40 at least for the US Tom Tom maps? That kind of stinks!!! I wish I knew this before wasting 3 hours at the store yesterday.

The iPhone is going to have to knock other aspects and features out of the park in order for me to keep it. I'm glad I decided NOT to port my phone # over from Verizon and kill my account with them immediately after getting the iPhone4.

Any suggestions on whether the Tom Tom or Magellan app is best? Any free apps to give turn by turn directions.

Thanks,
Joe

Am i missing something here? The iphone 4 has a free app thats called... MAPS! It works perfectly fine. Maybe i Missed something when i was reading but... Idk

I hope so, I will be getting an iPhone 4 in a couple of weeks, it will be my first iPhone, and not having a GPS free of service fees will be a deal breaker for me.

Well idk what that one guy was talking about but the iphone does have gps. It has a stock map application that is actually very good. And its free. There are no fees or anything. And if you really dont like it there are so many different map apps you can buy from all range of prices.