Galileo Offline Maps
Probably the fastest maps application for iPhone/iPad/iPod ever in the AppStore.
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add way to store/retrieve waypoints and tracks.
Being able to display user-generated data on top of downloaded apps would make this more useful for planning and navigating. Response from the site administrator
molind, 25.03.2011
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Track recording, possibly in gpx and kml format, also the ability to import/export gpx and/or kml tracks.
Track recording i think it should be a must, possibly in gpx format, with exporting allowed, it should be also quite easy to implement, it's present pretty much in every gps application.
Even more important is the feature to import tracks... Response from the site administrator
molind, 22.01.2011
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Download maps from within the App.
Many other offline map applications allow the user to download and save maps from within the App itself.
This feature is essential for when you are traveling and need a new map.
I like your current system of downloading using your desktop...
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Minimum requirement to use: Waypoints, Import GPX-files, Compass, beeline for navigate - that would make it to a perfect tool for i.e. Geocaching Thanks
The way to use Mobile Atlas Creator is a perfect way!
What can I do with a map without waypoints and a beeline?
For useful manage waypoints GPS coordinates (DM) is required.
This is the first and only App for the best maps ever!
There is...
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Search offline for a location
The new 'search online for a location' is useful, but it would be much more useful if I could search my offline maps for a location (eg. street name) even when I'm not connected to the internet. Other map apps, such as Topo Maps and OffMaps2 offer...
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Make the pin locations editable so I can place them at an exact lat long. Very disappointed that I can't do that in a paid feature.
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molind, 09.06.2011
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Disable the reorientation feature
As I rotate the iPhone, it points towards north again. What I'd like is to turn it so the vehicle's progress is 'forward' and I can match left and right to the map.
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import a previously-created DB via http rather than via iTunes sync.
I was out of the country and forgot to sync in a DB. I could get it via http due to being able to reach my home machine, but I couldn't do an iTunes sync because I carried my iPhone, not my laptop. So, being able to grab it remotely would be... Response from the site administrator
molind, 27.07.2011
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As I use various (downloaded) maps from different parts of the world, it is presently almost impossible to locate these maps, as there is no bookmark feature. Please, please implement the possibility to quickly find different maps. Thank you!
The downloaded maps I use were created with "Mobile Atlas Creator" using "Google Maps" as the Map source and "RMaps SQLite" as the Altlas setting format. After the maps were created I imported them into "Galileo Offline Maps" (in iTunes) using its... Response from the site administrator
molind, 12.10.2010
P.S. Bookmarks will be available soon definitely. :)
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Auto select custom atlas, depending on location and zoom scale
I use three atlas for a country: Custom Overview (zoom 0-13), Custom cities (selected cities with zoom 14-17) Custom Roads, Highways (routes with zoom 14-17). It would be nice if Galileo changes the atlas automatically if I zoom to 14 over a city...
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Able to cache maps and append the cache to the imported offline maps
To enrich the existing maps (imported maps), I suggest the app can append (integrate) the cached data into the existing one over the same type of maps.
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a way to search the bookmark in the main screen
Need a way to "go to" the bookmark you defined. If you have 20 bookmarks around the world, you can't locate the bookmark in the map in the main screen.
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Openstreetmap is always updating maps, but Galileo does not update the new information
I have updated some streets around my area, but Galileo does not update these tiles when I am next online.
Having a button to update a certain area tiles would be ideal to address this problem.
Thank you Response from the site administrator
molind, 27.07.2011
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Use '+' and '-' buttons to go through zoom levels. SHOW the current zoom level.
The free Android app OruxMaps beats this hands down. Galileo needs "+" and "-" buttons for going through the different zoom levels, and we really need to SEE the current zoom level. Pinch-zoom feels worse here than "steps".
If there's no... Response from the site administrator
molind, 27.07.2011
It's not a problem with resolution actually, but problem with map sources for high DPI devices. no one from free sources didn't provide map with tiles rendered for high resolution. check idea item about that.
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Fix china map drift/offset issue
Some china map have drift / offset problem when using gps. Please fix this issue just like other offline map app such as Rmap of android and global navigator pro Response from the site administrator
molind, 18.04.2011
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Automatic switching to deeper zoom offline maps when zooming in.
I have a world map of 8 zoom and some country maps with 12 zoom and city maps with 16 zoom. It would be great if the app does switch automatically to a other offline map when that map has deeper zoom of the area that I'm viewing.
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Screen orientation lock
The ability to lock the orientation of the screen to either portrait or landscape
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import open street map XML files and other formats like garmin or mapsource!!
It would be great if galileo could read some file formats NATIVELY!
For instance
the XML files from Open Street Maps
Garmin
Map Source
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get it to work on my I7 (64-bit) Windows system. The PC application fails to 'Cfreate Atlas' siting:
The PC application (which must be one of the most complicated anywhere) fails at the 'Create Atlas' point:
MapCreationException: Unable to find the SQLite libraries. These are required for BigPlanet output format.Please read the README.HTM...
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Option to disable the colored circle around the gps position
Some maps are already hard to read on the small iphone screen, especially satellite/photo maps, a blue colored circle around the position makes it even harder to read, i mean the circle that shows the gps accuracy (whether it's wifi, 3g...
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somebody know how can backup the waypoints???? I need to reset my phone T_T
need back-up waypoint menu... Response from the site administrator
molind, 27.07.2011
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How do I import one of my Google Maps with all of the "bookmarks"?
I have created many google maps where I save favorite restaurants etc. How do I import that to Galileo? I can't seem to find directions for that. Response from the site administrator
molind, 26.10.2011
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I'm using Mobile Atlas Creator 1.8 Mac. When zoom in up to level 7 to make selection, I've got tiles "Access blocked. This application is blocked for overusing OpenStreetMap's volunteer-run servers:wiki.osm.org/Blocked". I try OpenStreetmap.org on Sa
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molind, 04.11.2011
Or you could use any another source following guide from Mobile Atlas Creator wiki http://sourceforge.net/apps/mediawiki/mobac/index.php?title=MapEvaluator
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Store (several sets of) directions for offline usage.
I'd like to be able to search for directions when I have an internet connection (maybe using the Google Maps API) and save the directions in Galileo. That way, I can use Galileo in the offline mode and retrieve directions when I need them even if...
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know which format for mac osx and iphone 3gs
When i open atlas folder , always : your desktop environment unknown (null) is not supported Response from the site administrator
molind, 29.10.2010
It is bug of Mobile Atlas Creator. I hope it will be fixed by MAC developers in latest release. Another way i'll fix it myself. :)
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Bookmarks and google maps search
it would be cool to have bookmarks and maybe folders for it.
for example you can have folder for shops and bars. if looking for some bar you can mark bars folder to show you all bars on map.
Or you can use folders just for bookmarks sorting...
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make it easy for user to download import Maps from PC Feature
how hard is it to make a link out of this 'Import Maps from PC' ??? you emphasize that we need this to use your tool, yet you make it impossible to find it so we can actually buy it. I am still without that feature by the way. you could have been...
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I am so disappointed with the 2.0 update! It is still no way to import KML to Galileo as well as output bookmark in KML format for me to sync the bookmarks between all my ios devices.
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molind, 15.09.2011
Bookmark sync will work in iOS 5 version trough iCloud.
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GPS track recording needs GPS distance/accuracy threshold settings~~~
Just purchased GPS track recording feature but very disappointed. It should have at least 2 settings to be usable:
1.GPS distance threshold: Minimum distance to travel before a new track point is recorded.
2.GPS accuracy threshold: Filters...
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Add simple OSM edit abilities
I want to Add a node with my own tags, and i need to store list of my recenly used tags.
Fantastic feature is to load all POIs on the screen and edit it by tap.
May be in far-far future your soft can add not only node but ways too.
OSM... Response from the site administrator
molind, 10.01.2012
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Have a seperate tile server for the offline maps.
I got the message Access Blocked from OpenStreetMap
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Pin point location online or off using latitude and longitude coordinates.
I have a gps that doesn't have a mapping function, but it doesn't do much good to not be able to enter gps coordinates to locate my specific location on the map. Still a great program though. For driving directions. Response from the site administrator
molind, 29.09.2011
It works since v2.0.
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Multiple icons/colors for pins.
Multiple icons/colors for pins so that one can distinguish types of points. i.e. Fork and Knife for restaurants or blue for restaurants
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app crashes when orientation is changed
bug in app lets it crash when orientaion of ipad is changed
tom Response from the site administrator
molind, 08.08.2011
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the ability to give categorize bookmarks (e.g. with color just like calendars in iCal)
Please add the ability to give bookmarks different colors according to a predefined category (e.g. red = Leisure).
Also, a short display of a bookmark on the map would be useful, without requiring a tap on the bookmark to view it.
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setup the show level of bookmark,for example,some bookmarks only can been shown under 1KM level
setup the show level of bookmark,for example,some bookmarks only can been shown under 1KM level
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multi-use on iPad & iPhone?
I bought offline map importing function on my iPad... should I pay again to use that function on my iPhone?
First, I bought that function on my iPad, and then I install Galileo on my iPhone, I can't open my offline map on my iPhone whthout... Response from the site administrator
molind, 16.10.2011
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Import/Export of Bookmarks.
Import and export of Bookmarks will be great so that i can export from one device and import to another device. More over it will be useful to have a backup. for example after a trip, i can export all the bookmarks and remove it from my device. so... Response from the site administrator
molind, 10.01.2012
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Please add Upload track directly to OSM server
Feature for the OSM mappers. Response from the site administrator
molind, 10.01.2012
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Searchable metadata
Hi Evgen
The aim is to make use of context here.
The idea is simple - (I suppose most people use one specific map source)
1. aggregate simple metadata tags from each cached tile e.g. restaurant, railway_station, police_station
2. organize...
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Satellite map view is really missing in this nice app.
One thing I am missing the most is the satellite view of the maps and also an ability to capture satellite maps offline in desktop application. Would be great to have this feature. Response from the site administrator
molind, 27.07.2011
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add other online maps, like google topo
there once was a possibility to add url's for other online map sources.
Where did this go?
tm Response from the site administrator
molind, 08.08.2011
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Have folders within both 'bookmarks' and 'offline maps'.
This then allows you to keep bookmarks/maps from same country together in same location. Also, like the 'bookmarks' feature, allow the offline maps to be sorted alphabetically or recent. Despite needing some modifications, I think this app is...
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Edit or add my own map sources, exactly the way MOBAC allow us to do.
In MOBAC it is possible to add or edit sources by editing a xml file. It would be nice to have simlar feature on-board of Galileo.
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tracks.pb and #.route.pb format (to write)
Could you please publish the format of tracks.pb and #.route.pb
As a stop-gap measure until track importing is added, I would like to write a quick app to convert XML tracks into #.route.pb and a corresponding tracks.pb entry Response from the site administrator
molind, 23.09.2011
tracks.pb - is message TrackList
#.route.pb - is message Track
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2.0.1 offline map selection prevents application from launching
In 2.0.1, if you have an offline map selected the application will not launch (endless spin).
to replicate: load an offline map, launch application, select offline map, close application (quit completely), try to launch application again... Response from the site administrator
molind, 03.10.2011
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enable a sexagesimal input for the latitude longitude input of a position coordinate
I want you to enable a sexagesimal input for the latitude longitude input of a position coordinate, for example N30 50 40.32 E30 50 40.32 (N30°50’40.32” E30°50’ 30.20”) Response from the site administrator
molind, 10.01.2012
BTW it's nearest version, so you haven't wait long. :)
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Please make bookmark like android Locus.
Adress, photo, icon ... upgrade Please! Response from the site administrator
molind, 10.01.2012
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Add notes to locations.
Add notes to locations. I would buy this if I could add a small amount of notes to each location. Thanks Response from the site administrator
molind, 10.01.2012
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Add GPS location
As best I can tell, the feature to show your location on the map is not functional. This is a key item for any navigation or mapping software on the iPad. You should enable this feature. Even the map application that comes free with the iPad...
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Add date to CSV GPS track
In CSV exported GPS track, there is no date specified, only time of day. I suggest adding date as well, either for all data points or only the start (and end?) point (could then be in the header).
I also suggest it is in the non-ambiguous...
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Merge already downloaded maps together
It would be a good idea to be able to merge the files I already downloaded so I do not have to switch to a different map if I go to another city.
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Bookmarks and google maps search
it would be cool to have bookmarks and maybe folders for it.
for example you can have folder for shops and bars. if looking for some bar you can mark bars folder to show you all bars on map.
Or you can use folders just for bookmarks sorting...
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How to make bookmarks on offline maps?
Unable to make bookmarks on offline maps, even I have purchased the bookmark function. Response from the site administrator
molind, 30.09.2011
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Import-in problem
Previously I bought the import-in function in July 2011. After swap to a new iphone and upgrading the app version, the app asks me to purchase the functoin again (I still can see the offline map I created previously on the selection menu) . What's...
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losing recorded tracks
I'm losing my recorded tracks. I recorded a few tracks the day before yesterday. When I was recording a track yesterday, it crashed? midway and the old tracks were gone and the current track was half lost. I started tracking again and today only... Response from the site administrator
molind, 20.10.2011
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From the 'more features' menu, I cannot seem to retrieve the online data in order to purchase the 'Import Maps from PC' in-app. Any suggestions?
I'd like to purchase the 'import maps from PC' in-app, however when I hit the 'more features' button the page goes blank except for the message 'retrieving online data, please wait'. I've given enough time to retrieve the data but nothing happens.... Response from the site administrator
molind, 21.10.2011
1. Apple serves is under maintenance. In-app purchases should appear shortly.
2. Your iOS device not connected to the internet.
Check both of them. Hope it helps.
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Everytime i change my tracks it crashes and close e App on my ipad2. Why?
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molind, 17.12.2011
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Can I import maps created in Google maps or google earth?
Can I import maps created in Google maps or google earth? Response from the site administrator
molind, 18.12.2011
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GPS tracking or recording not working when I open the app while not connected to a network.
I got the app in my iPod and bought the All-in-One Feature Pack. I have the iPod paired with an external GPS and it does work when Galileo opens up as long as I'm connected to a wireless connection and it allows it to register with the server.
I... Response from the site administrator
molind, 10.01.2012
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I have bought "Import Maps from PC" at version 2.0.3, but my custom maps
I have bought its "Import maps from PC" in version 2.0.3, but it does not appear all my own custom maps which is made by Mobile Atlas Creator 1.8 in a format of RMaps SQLite or Big Planet Tracks SQLite. it only shows "Tile is not in your offline... Response from the site administrator
molind, 19.01.2012
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Can you make map download easy?
I find the 3rd party application used to generate maps to be cumbersome and impossible to use on a MAC. I tried several hours to get downloads set up for an upcoming trip and finally gave up. The options in the program don't even match the...
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I purchased Galileo for about 2 years. It works great in the City or the places that the cell phone network is coverable. But I will be heading to a forrest or desert later that the built-in AGPS function on iPhone will not work with Galileo. I would
I purchased the Galileo for about 2 years. It works great in the City or the places where the cell phone network is coverable. But I will be heading to a forrest or desert later that the built-in AGPS function on iPhone will not work with Galileo....
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GPS track not recorded when GPS lost position
Seems Galilieo is not listening for "GPS online again" event or something.
Started Galileo (and start track recording) and Runkeeper, then pushed 'Home' and no app was in focus. Walked a few km, then into a store. Checked the phone and both...
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Can't un-focus a bookmark
If a bookmark is touched, it will display the name of it. It can block a large part of the screen if the name is long, and the only way to get rid of it is touching another bookmark.
Perhaps touching it again should remove the textbox? Response from the site administrator
molind, 25.01.2012
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How to enable GPS locating when using a Dual XGPS150 with the iPod Touch?
I connect the Bluetooth Dual XGPS150 to the iPod Touch and see excellent signal quality per the Dual GPS Status Tool. Galileo (All-in-One Features Pack) does not show current position on any of several maps. I welcome any suggestions.
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External GPS receiver and import tracks for navigation
1. Is support GPS receiver to located the positions ? For example: roqyBT + Bluetooth GPS receiver + Galileo on iPad2 (WiFi).
2. May I import gpx or other file format for navigation ?
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I need to import bookmarks from Google Earth ? It is possible ?
Preparing our trip I need to import Google Earth Bookmarks into Galileo App. Collecting nice foto points I used Google Earth with Panoramio-Pictures. So I created a longer list of important foto shooting points, most of them offroad. Now I try to...
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work with "Retina display" resolution
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molind, 29.09.2011
Also map UI elements updated to hi-res graphics. It looks much better now for me.
Anyone need tile scale option in settings?
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there isn't compass feature implemented and it's pitty in terrain orientation
I think that everything is noted above :) Response from the site administrator
molind, 07.10.2010
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I would like to find a way to remove an offline map that I stored, either through iTunes or directly within the application. I looked around but didnt find a way to do it. Since I uploaded several maps, I start having mem problems
Simply allow to remove an uploaded offline map, e.g. in the Cache Info menu
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Add way to store up to 20 zoom level
Currently there is no way to add tiles for zoom levels >18. Response from the site administrator
molind, 07.10.2010
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Add ability to zoom/pinch-pan.
I mean, when I pinch to zoom I usually move my fingers around too. Currently, Galileo only allows me to zoom from/to the center.
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Add distance measure tool or scale for selected map level.
It is bot possible to guess distances on the map.
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Mobile Atlas Creator
Hi the instructions in the guide need updating. The version of MOBAC you link to is the alpha of v1.6 instead the current stable version from SourceForge is 1.8. Also people (or at least me0 also need to download the SQLite libraries (instructions...
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After update to version 1.9, GPS won't turn off after I kill the process.
After update to version 1.9, GPS won't turn off after I kill the process.
It seems like new bug.
I have to disable Galileo at the iOS's Location Service menu, to avoid battery draining... Response from the site administrator
molind, 24.03.2011
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Why only zoom up to level 17 after update to 2.0
In previous version, I can zoom all level (i.e. level 19), why in version 2.0, the max. zoom level limited to 17. I want it back..... Response from the site administrator
molind, 19.09.2011
Planned release date is 1 october. If Apple help us with expedited review - it will be released one week before at 23-26 september.
I'm doing my best to release it ASAP.
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The hope may join stores up the scenic spot and the bearing indication
The hope may join stores up the scenic spot and the bearing indication
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Disable GPS when leaving the app in 1.9 version. Thanks for this nice app.
In the last version og Galileo, GPS is not disabled when leaving the app. This is energy consuming for the battery !
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I bought the import maps from PC(1.99$) in my iPAD app... But I can see also import maps from PC in my iPhone(BUY).... I have to buy same feature in my iPHONE? Is it not universal app?
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molind, 10.01.2012
Anyway if you press buy button on another device you won't be charged second time.
It's important to use the same AppleID on all your devices.
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Double tap moves position way out of area
I have an offline map that goes to zoom-level 16. I use double tap to zoom in on an area and this works fine. If I zoom beyond this zoom level and keep double tapping, the position shifts way out of this area. If I for instance zoom in on London,...
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Only weekday of a track in the Tracks-lists
In the overview Tracks the date of a track is only shown as the weekday. This is nice functionality if it is last weeks weekday, but not if it is longer ago. I recorded a track on Tuesday October 25th and it is still showing up as Tuesday.
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I bought offline map importing function on my iPad2…How can I buy this function in my iPhone? The add feature does not show details when I what to add feature!
I bought offline map importing function on my iPad2…How can I buy this function in my iPhone? The add feature does not show details when I what to add feature! Response from the site administrator
molind, 17.11.2011
In case, you want to restore your purchases you could use restore purchases button in Features view. It looks like Refresh button and located in top right corner.
Tell me if it won't work for you.
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use a GNS 5870 (Ipad compatible) GPS receiver - but it doesn't work on the map! Why?
I have connected a GNS 5870 device via bluetooth to the Ipad, and it does receive signal on the ipad. On other map applications, I am able to use the GPS signal to show position on the map. However, with Galileo it does not work. The GPS signal... Response from the site administrator
molind, 27.10.2011
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bookmark editing not for landscape
When you edit an bookmark on an iPad in landscape-mode, the screen orientation changes to portrait. This is quite irritating. Response from the site administrator
molind, 20.10.2011
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Don't backup offline maps
At the moment I have an offline map with the size of 3 GB. This backup now takes a lot of space on my SSD-drive for both the iPhone and the iPad I have. Is there a way of letting these offline maps outside the backups? This probably also applies...
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Cache info shows wrong size
Under Cache info the size of my offline map is wrong. It shows for my 3 GB map -1011.89 Mb.
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What formats of maps can I use via Galileo? sqliteb, what else?
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molind, 17.12.2011
File extension should be "sqlitedb".
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а как импортировать карты с ПК?
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molind, 10.01.2012
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manual
I purchased "import maps from pc","Bookmarks" and "GPS Track Recording".
So I want to know how to handle "GPS track recording"
Where is the "manual?
Thank you.
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Can I use an addition function both in my iphone and iPad?
I know the All-in-one package can be used in all my iDevice with the same apple ID.
But if I just buy the function of import offline map from PC , can I use it both in my iPad and iPhone? Response from the site administrator
molind, 09.02.2012
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What is the red button in top left corner used for? Why is there no user manual?
What is the red button in top left screen corner used for? Do you not have a user manual available for download?
Thanks,
Michael Guidry Response from the site administrator
molind, 09.02.2012
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