Google Earth Plus
Tue, 06/10/2008 - 12:45pm
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I have a Garmin 260 which does not allow importing routes from Mapsource. Would there be any difference if I was to pay the $20 per year for Google Earth Plus which has a GSP output function? I would expect to only get waypoints posted under favorites, and not route information from using directions in google earth. Any comments appreciated. Do you need a unit that takes route inputs like the Novi 7xx series?
Just the obvious...
If you want upto date info, mapsource would be the one I choose over Google Earth. Now, if you want a more realistic view of the map, obviously Google E. But, I feel that Mapsource is engineered to suit GPS users, unlike GE, who meets the demand of your average person.
What about Mapquest?
I just noticed you can download routes to Garmin via a plug-in. I don't believe there is a charge.
Free Live Maps - gpx export
I have a Garmin 260 which does not allow importing routes from Mapsource. Would there be any difference if I was to pay the $20 per year for Google Earth Plus which has a GSP output function? I would expect to only get waypoints posted under favorites, and not route information from using directions in google earth. Any comments appreciated. Do you need a unit that takes route inputs like the Novi 7xx series?
MSN Live Maps is free and if you log in it will allow you to export your pinpoints as gpx files or a supported GPS unit (anyone that can use an MSN antenna accessory)
http://maps.live.com/?wip=9001
JRoz -- DriveSmart 55 & Traffic
MapSource Can Do The Same -- I Think
I would expect to only get waypoints posted under favorites, and not route information from using directions in google earth.
If you are willing to accept the route as waypoints under favorites, I believe that can be done with Mapsource. I think it is Rick (rapriebe) who always advocates this method.
Nuvi 660 -- and not upgrading it or maps until Garmin fixes long-standing bugs/problems, and get maps to where they are much more current, AND corrected on a more timely basis when advised of mistakes.
never found a reason for
never found a reason for google plus
For what it's worth...
never found a reason for google plus
From http://earth.google.com/product_comparison.html
..................................................G E..........G E Plus
Price..........................................Free....... $20/year
Performance..............................----............Enhanced (What ever that means)
Printing images........................1000 px....1400 px
GPS data import (read only)....No.............Yes (Garmin & Magellan units)
Real-time GPS tracking............No.............Yes
Spreadsheet data import..........No.............100 points
Computers are useless. They can only give you answers. - Pablo Picasso (Bob - Garmin c530, eTrex Vista HCx)