MapMyIndia Launches GPS Based Navigation Solutions for the Mobile

By Harshil Karia • May 13, 2008

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MapMyIndia has just launched a GPS Based Navigation Solutions. To use it, you need a Mobile Phone running Windows Mobile 6, and a phone with an in built GPS receiver (or one connected with a Bluetooth GPS receiver).

So basically, to do this, MapMyIndia provides you with an SD card (for one of the products there is a GPRS Based Access of Maps which seems pointless) that’s pre loaded with Maps and Software. What then happens is that the GPS receiver tracks your latitude and longitude and that is represented on the map.

There is also a hint of Location Based Services being offered (places of interest) and the company is exploring the possibility of selling ads through navigation. They are also in talks with Mobile Phone Providers to have maps by MapmyIndia built into phones. The company seems to have got it right – it’s innovating a lot more than SatGuide who is currently the industry leader in terms of product range and traction.

Satguide launched Navigation solutions for mobile a while back. They have also launched solutions for laptops and desktops.

MapmyIndia is also looking at maps on TV.

Categories: Technology
Tags: gps navigation solutions, location based services, mapmyindia, maps, mobile navigation, satguide

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Harshil Karia

Harshil is one of the Executive Directors at FoxyMoron. Often known as the 'Constant Observer', Harshil's interest lies in New Digital Media, Social Media, Web 2.0 and the Internet in general. He believes strongly in the utilitarian power of the Internet and watching that power take shape fascinates him to a large extent. He is dabbling with design enhancement as well. He pens down his thoughts on BeFoxy as well where he brings forth tools, tricks, and important 'how to' guides on being 'Foxy'. Follow him on Twitter - http://www.twitter.com/harshilkaria

4 Responses to “ MapMyIndia Launches GPS Based Navigation Solutions for the Mobile ”

ExeHome May 13th, 2008 at 6:26 pm

wow sounds good………its very beneficial while visiting india…..
Harshil Karia May 14th, 2008 at 7:28 am

yea it should help a lot - GPS is always the saving grace while driving.. my dad had an effortless journey around america a month back solely due to GPS
Kiran May 14th, 2008 at 8:53 pm

GPS is a must but can it be supported or the database be kept consistent with construction and all types of possible events
gps navigation dude Oct 9th, 2008 at 11:14 pm

I wonder if Android will work in India. Mobile GPS, ftw. I suppose, though, that I appreciate the ability to customize WinMo.