February 21, 2008

Navizons Virtual new version almost like real GPS

One of the most popular third party iPhone Application Navizon's Virtual have been updated so it works more like a real GPS, but it's still just an emulation of GPS.

They have introduced some new features to its Virtual GPS iPhone, the most interesting is "Moving mode" that will update your location every 10 seconds.

With iPhone firmware 1.1.3 you can pinpoint your location with Google Maps application and WiFi base stations and cell tower triangulation. The only problem with that is you have to hit "Locate Me" every time to update.

Another interesting feature is the new Navigation panel (Slider") which will stay on top of the map and allow the user to fully control of the application while your position is being displayed. Furthermore you can add your friends to your "Buddy List" and see where they are on the map, if they have allowed it. You can also set up to get email notification if you move outside a area, it can be used to notify home that you have left work or what you would like it to notify.

To install the new version of Navizon you have to have a JailBroken iPhone with the installer installed. Lunch the installer and go in Sources then "Edit" -> "Add" and enter http://repo.navizon.com/.

View an online video demonstration of the new version her:

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