I reported long time back on how you would be able stalk your near and dear ones for either good or nosy reasons using Google Latitude. For iPhone users, the wait for this stalking tool has been long. Better call it as a tracking tool right? OK, that sounds better.
Google has just announced the availability of Google Latitude and it was working great when I tested.
The features I mentioned in my earlier posts are all there. Some of the features are tracking your friends, getting the shortest direction to reach them or in that case any destination on the map, Read More...
The combination of Google Maps, GPS, WiFi and cell tower location data can track you down wherever you are. You can also track your spouse, children and friends. This is what Google's latest service "Google Latitude" brings to Mobile users. The service is compatible with most color BlackBerries, Windows Mobile 5.0, phones powered by Google Android mobile software, Symbian S60 Device and very soon the iPhone and the iPod touch.
How does it work?
Download the latest version of Google Map on your mobile device. After this you send out email invites to your friends or whoever you want to track to Read More...
Apple has finally released the long awaited iPhone firmware 2.2; it is now available for download. Connect your device to iTunes and check for software update or go to Apple website and get the update. Here is the list of the features that comes with iPhone 2.2.
1. Google Street View: This includes coverage of public transits and walking directions, address display, and sharing location via e-mail.
2. Email enhancement: This includes fixing the issue of fetching scheduled email.
3. Safari performance becomes more stable.
4. Call drop and call set up issues fixed.
5. Direct download of podcasts via Wi-Fi or cellular network Read More...
Another (Un) intentional omission from Google to teach iPhone users a sweet lesson to consider switching to Android phone, the iPhone has been left out from the latest update of Google mobile map. No word why Google did this?
The update brings some of the Google map website functionality on mobiles. The most significant features are street view and walking directions that brings street-level pictures of all mapped areas. Users can turn around and scan an area at multiple angles.
The update also brings the most accurate and up-to date direction guide for reaching a certain place from a certain location. Apart Read More...
