Verizon's Wireless GPS on the Cheap

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So I have to pay for what's free on other systems?

Using other devices, I have used the GPS feature along with Google Maps for mobile, and it give me great directions and pinpoint locations. But Verizon Wireless disables the built-in GPS chip unless you pay for this "VZ" stuff! I have a Blackberry on Verizon Wireless, advertised as having GPS, but cannot get a location at all on Google Maps, Telenav, or any other app that can read location from GPS. The GPS chip is in there, it's just blocked! With "VZ" you are locked into Verizon's app, and have no choice.

As soon as my contract is up with Verizon, I'm going over to Cingular. I'll get exactly the same device, but with the GPS enabled.

bridgecross of NY @ Sep 03, 2008 10:23:49 AM

Verizon's Wireless GPS

I have used this service since last year to drive from Boston to New Jersey, and to get to addressses within such states, with almost complete accuracy. I pay the $10.00 monthly fee gladly, and I have come to rely on it for my driving. I highly recommend it.

Edgar Hutierrez of MA @ Aug 11, 2008 10:41:42 AM

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