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Old 23-09-15, 01:02
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Originally Posted by Jacques le Roux View Post
I have just started using my iphone with google maps after my son called me a dinosaur and 'who still uses satnavs'. So far I'm impressed and saved myself a bundle. Next is to try some downloadable maps on my iPhone. And one less thing to cart about, as my phone goes with me every where anyway.
+1

I'm leaning this way now. Hardly ever use my old TomTom Rider 2 these days. Did think of replacing it with something more modern, but it just didn't/doesn't seem worth it. Instead I invested in a Twisty Ride waterproof case and charger for use with a RAM mount.

I use the maps.me app which does not require 3G/4G or WiFi, all the maps are stored on the phone. You can download them per country, so to save memory you can just get what you need when you need it (and when you can get WiFi access). The maps are free once you've got the app, which was about four quid as far as I remember. It's easy to use, the routing works well and it's quick and simple to use. There are other similar apps out there, but this one works well enough for me.