Thanks to “Toon899″ in the shoutbox, we now know that the latest Symbian version of Garmin Mobile XT (GMXT), version 5.00.30, released recently, now supports the Nokia 5800 running Symbian s60v5 natively, without the need for the VirtualKey software. Damn, looks like the traffic on this site will go down soon, haha…
Download it here, or click here for another mirror. You can, of course, download from the Garmin website, but I have kindly repacked it so that it only contains the necessary files for installation on the 5800. What you need to do (really simple, no need for a detailed tutorial!):
- extract all files and folders from the package onto the root of your memory card. That is, if your memory card is “E” drive, just drag and drop all folders and files in this package on to the E drive, not into any folder, but the “root” directory.
- there is no need to uninstall the current version of GMXT.
- install the latest version of GMXT by tapping on the “GarminMobileXT.sis” file in File Explorer on your phone.
So, all touch functions now work. I haven’t tested extensively, but I think landscape display of the malsingmaps map work as well. Drop a comment if you find any bugs! Sorry, I can’t snap a screenshot in landscape mode, stupid ScreenSnap software!
i am using Nokia5800 with Garmin Xt perfectly installed…, installation guide… to make sw.unl then unlock …
but now i get a new Nokia 5800 for my wife…without Garmin…
i hv downloaded garmin 5.3 Full, 5.4Upgrade,
and now … i need a map… i download the map > MFMv157, i created the gmapsupp.img…
the steps …
1. copy 5.3 to M.C, then install, then deleted the .SIS
2. use
3. creted gmapsupp.img
BUT THEN…………………..
in order to use this map… issit need a MAP ID? PRODUCT ID?
@@!? how?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 14th, 2009 at 5:31 pm
@Storm, no the MFM map is free to use and open. You “created” the gmapsupp.img? Using the Mapsource installer from the MFM website? Try downloading the one I have pre-generated on this site, and let me know the results. Is the phone displaying any error or other messages when launching GMXT?
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Dad, fren ask me to install garmin xt for his 5800. So i copy all garmin folder from my memory card to his . Able to open but shows no signal. Do i need to send id card to someone@someone.com to get another [ahem ahem cough cough]?
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So, if I don’t have any Garmin installed on my 5800 Euro Version yet, can I just install the one in the link above and all is well?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 16th, 2009 at 12:55 am
@Nicody, you still need a license to use GMXT with a non-Garmin GPS receiver. This will unlock GMXT for use with any third party embedded GPS receiver, like the one found in the 5800.
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henry lee Reply:
July 9th, 2009 at 11:51 pm
hi DAD, where can i find the ‘licence’ to unlock GMXT ? I’ve already installed the GMXTT into my N97, and still could not find the unlock GMXT? Any tips of showing where could i find it? Cheeres mate!
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
July 10th, 2009 at 12:27 pm
@henry, I’m afraid this one you have to rely on Uncle Google to help you out. You’re supposed to pay for it, BTW!
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henry lee Reply:
July 10th, 2009 at 5:55 pm
@DAD, if i were to pay for GMXT, could you please tell me where i could get it, if also, the website for it as well ……thanks…
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
July 10th, 2009 at 10:10 pm
@henry, I believe you can get it online at lelong.com.my, or on this website -> http://www.m3gps.com/
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Hi A dawg..how come when I try to install the XT, I get certification expired! Could u help me?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 17th, 2009 at 10:01 pm
@fendi07, this is usually caused by one not hard resetting their phone when they first get it. There are three possible solutions:
(1) change system date back to some time in June/September 2008
(2) hack your phone to be able to install expired and unsigned applications
(3) hard reset your phone using *#7370# which will wipe out all data and applications that you have on the phone memory, so back up first!
The choice is yours.
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fendi07 Reply:
May 18th, 2009 at 12:11 am
hey thanks..its work for #3 only that with additional code 12345.
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 18th, 2009 at 8:34 am
@fendi07, glad it worked out for you. The pain in hard resetting is of course having to reinstall apps back into phone memory.
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fendi07 Reply:
May 18th, 2009 at 7:24 pm
aiseh…but them, why it said that GPS is off when I select connecting to garmin device. Or, I have to choose to key in the code for garmin?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 19th, 2009 at 10:22 am
@fendi07, you need to have an unlock code to use GMXT with non Garmin devices.
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fendi07 Reply:
May 19th, 2009 at 7:07 pm
ok thanks DAD..now to google..and bla..bla..bla…
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 19th, 2009 at 7:49 pm
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hei folks…. like what nelson went through im going through the same thing.
basically he meant you can type anything in the ”where to – spell state” button which is located on the main screen – and all you will get is NONE.
type in malaysia u get none
type in selangor u get none
type in subang u get none
type in anything u get none
& what ivan d great says, click on POI and then click on Spell Name.
how bout going on to the map, as in view map and then scrolling to where u wanna set the destination as ?
this cannot be done on a Nokia N82 ?
i cant seem to do that… screen shows the map, and the cursor in the center but i cant seem to move the curson… nope nope not at all…
could you folks help me out ? pls ?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 22nd, 2009 at 9:10 pm
@Rash,
(1) which map? Which version?
(2) which version of GMXT?
(3) I assume you’re using on a N82 as you said?
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I’ve installed GMXT on my Euro 5800, but now I can’t seem to find the North America Maps anywhere to download (for Free). Any links?
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I installed it on my 5800 phone, but I can’t press the Next button under select text language. Any ideas?
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Ok. Update. I installed the latest version and that works with the 5800 touchscreen. I also got the software unlocked and get a gps signal, but I don’t see any maps. Where can i get the maps? The Mapsource software says I need an unlock code or I click on the mapsource.exe, it says no products are installed. Any help? Thanks!
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 30th, 2009 at 9:27 am
@Chip, good to know. Quick tip – you can’t use Mapsource maps on your device – Mapsource maps are meant to be used by the Mapsource program running on the PC only. You need maps in IMG format, what I call device-ready format. And I presume you’re looking for the US map? I’m afraid you either need to buy them, or Google will help you find what you’re looking for!
And of course since maps are payable products, you will need map unlock codes to use them 
Again, Google is a tremendous resource with the right keywords!
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Thanks for the help! One last question, do I need to find special maps for the mobile/ XT version or will any garmin maps work?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 30th, 2009 at 12:49 pm
No, Garmin maps only come in two versions, Mapsource, and device ready formats. Most of them that you will find through Google will be in device ready format; Mapsource versions are rarer because the people who use them are much smaller in number.
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Yup I got the maps on the device! I did some testing today and I found out that it doesn’t really work
The GPS after restarting the program gets a fix on the coordinates but there is only one bar of signal, even when I stand outside. I get 3-5 satellites and it is still one bar. Since it is saying this, I am not able to use the device because it keeps on saying Waiting for better GPS accuracy. Any ideas on this problem? Thanks!
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Chip Reply:
May 31st, 2009 at 5:31 am
I forgot to add that if I click on view Maps, I can see where I am with the pointer and that it says 300ft at the top right.
Also, as others have stated, the map is distorted (split) in horizontal view.
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 31st, 2009 at 10:05 am
@Chip, yes, this is a know problem with this version. There is a newer version which I have posted on this site – do a search for it. The latest version is 5.00.50, which I posted a couple of days ago
To see more map details, just zoom in using the “+” button.
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 31st, 2009 at 10:04 am
@Chip, maybe it was a bad day for GPS satellite signal reception, or the area was not suitable. You could try again at a different location. Bear in mind that if you’re in the city with tall buildings around you, this will affect reception quality somewhat.
Also, A-GPS, which uses cellular signals to triangulate your position faster, is quite useful, but this incurs some data costs. Do you have a data facility on your plan?
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Chip Reply:
May 31st, 2009 at 12:24 pm
Nope, I do not have a data plan. However, I have an Iphone 3G with the data plan (the 5800 is my brothers) and I had it right next to me. Although i was in a city with high rise buildings for a while, my Iphone got a GPS signal under 5 seconds.
I’ll try once more, but do you think maybe there is some problem with the install or a bug?
Also, why did the older version not work for me? Any ideas about that? With the .3 and .4 versions, the button was on the left instead of the right and I could not click it.
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 31st, 2009 at 3:28 pm
@Chip, maybe you can swap SIM cards to test further? Otherwise it could be the GPS hardware in the 5800 which could be faulty (unlikely though). Use version 5.00.50, so far, it’s the latest and to me, the most stable. Uninstall everything after backing up your unlock file and map files, then delete the “garmin” folder, and restart the phone. Then reinstall, move the software unlock and map files back into the “garmin” folder, and start GMXT to test again. Earlier versions of GMXT did not support touch. BTW, where did you get the installer for GMXT from?
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Chip Reply:
May 31st, 2009 at 10:16 pm
http://mytechnews.info/b/2009/05/garmin-mobile-xt-v50050-for-symbian.html
I also downloaded and installed the two base support packages? Was this correct procedure?
I will test it again today. After I tried installing the older versions (and it failed) I uninstalled the GMXT from the device and deleted any associated folders.
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 31st, 2009 at 10:22 pm
@Chip, yep, that’s the correct procedure. Install the software first, followed by the voice support and basemap files. Do test it again and let us know, OK?
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Hi DAD,
1) i hav follow ur instruction to install the garmin..
n also i hav unlock the garmin n the unlock ESN has been dispalyed..
2) i hav the malaysian map which is i got it from malsingmaps
the problem is whether my method is wrong or the maps problem i dont know…
i hav click on the execution file n install it in my PC..
the gmapsupp image already in the memory card.. but still…
there would be no map at all..
i have click the view map icon at the menu page..
and it seem it is blank page all the time…
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
May 31st, 2009 at 3:26 pm
@Oney, try it with the free malfreemaps map, you may not have unlocked the malsingmaps map properly. Search this site, I post updates for malfreemaps every week. And do you have a satellite lock when you tried to see your location on the map? If you don’t have a lock, obviously the software cannot display where you are since it has no clue!
Stand outside for some minutes to get a lock the first time you use the device. Unless you are also using A-GPS, locking may take some time depending on where you are.
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I had a breakthrough! Finally. The problem was with the A-GPS. Since I don’t have the data plan, the cell phone kept on trying to use the cell towers before the actual GPS. To fix this problem, I went into the settings under the Position application and changed the Network Ready and Assisted GPS to disabled. After I went back to garmin, it started working perfectly! Thanks for the files and the advice on this site!
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 2nd, 2009 at 10:30 am
@Chip, glad you solved your own problem. It’s strange that it was the A-GPS setting that was causing the problem – normally, the program will search for internal GPS receiver first before trying A-GPS. Very strange indeed.
On many phones, if I am not mistaken, A-GPS is enabled by default, system wide.
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hi chip
just a couple of q’s
do i need to have an early version already installed on my 5800.
i cant seem to locate the root folder on my memory card, i am connecting my phone via usb and opening in mass storage mode to search the micro sd card but can’t seem to locate the root folder to drop contents into. Thanks hope you can shed some light.
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 2nd, 2009 at 5:05 pm
@firstin, no you don’t need a prior version installed, although you still need a software unlock key, and Google is your absolute bestest friend for this, if you’re into that sort of thing. I’m not encouraging it, but I don’t judge people.
The “root” folder is the topmost folder on your phone. It is a term commonly used in IT. Basically this -> c:\ is the “root” of your C drive. So, “f:\” will be the root of your F drive. So what you need to do is to drag the folders and files in the archive to the drive letter that represents your microSD card – drag all of them to the topmost folder and not into any other folder! I hope you understand what I’m saying!
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firstin Reply:
June 2nd, 2009 at 5:43 pm
cool thanx for the clarification and it sounds like i will have to do some “googling”
awsome post by the way. no doubt will require some more assistance in the near future. thanks
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woops that was supposed to be to DA ALPHA DOG read the wrong name sorry.
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ive installed it but when i did it said not compatable with phone install anyway? so i accepted and it installed but it just gets to the garmin logo and then stops and returns to menu screen?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 3rd, 2009 at 6:57 pm
@firstin, did you upgrade? Which version are you installing?
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firstin Reply:
June 4th, 2009 at 3:18 am
i have now got it working after opening folder and dropping in files one by one. so it opens but says it cant find gps is because i dont have a “licence” ?
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jacks Reply:
June 10th, 2009 at 5:32 pm
Im having the same problem, after installation I press on the
Garmin app, the Garmin screen launches but then just goes back to
the phones menu??
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 11th, 2009 at 12:17 am
@jacks, do try the latest version (5.00.50) which I’ve also posted on this website. Search for it
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Im trying to install this version, but my touchscreen still doesnt work :S
Could you post a tutorial for the newest versions?
Im very confused with all the versions and dont know HOW or FROM WHERE to start.
Thanks!
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 8th, 2009 at 11:06 am
@Guille, you are not using the latest version. Search this site for the latest, it should be version 5.00.50
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hello,
im just looking into buying a 5800 does this download give me garmin?
or will i have to get it? then is this an upgrade???
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 18th, 2009 at 4:59 pm
@JJB, Garmin Mobile XT is a paid product, you have to pay to use it
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hi i m using 5800, install garmin mobile xt 5.00.50 works perfect , but the only problem is no voice, where to get and how to install?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 22nd, 2009 at 12:16 am
@reno, world basemap -> http://tinyurl.com/9abc8e , voice files -> http://tinyurl.com/73kfd6
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how come i cant open the application after completed copying all the file to E: Application??? when i press on the garminmobileXT.sis. it showed the phone is not applicable??? any idea??
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 27th, 2009 at 5:26 pm
@Ian, where did you read that you have to copy all the files to the E:\Application?
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after extracted, are these files consist of 1 Garmin file, 1 private file, 1 Resource file, 1 sys file and GarminMobileXT.sis file. am i right if i copy all these file into E:Apps location. and then press the GarminMobileXT.sis by the touch pad and then install it?? correct me if i m wrong. i can install this succesfully but it wont work when i press the application key. it always turn back to menus…….
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 27th, 2009 at 6:19 pm
@IAn, there is a newer version on this site, search for it. And when you copy things over, copy it to the root of the memory card, not into any other folder. So, the GarminMobileXT.sis file should be in E:\. The “Garmin”, “Resource” and “Sys” are not files, they’re folders.
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IAn Reply:
June 27th, 2009 at 7:37 pm
thanks, i got it done..
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Hi! I got my 5800xm free from an O2 contract. I was wondering if Garmin will work on it. Nokia charges 30 euros for SEA region? I would like to use the GPS for travelling around South East Asia and also UK after I’m done with my holidays. Please advise.
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 30th, 2009 at 11:44 am
@atmx1990, I’m not sure if your 5800 has an O2 firmware in it which will prevent the installation of some programs; I know that in the US, with carrier firmwares, some software are blocked. Download version 5.00.50 from this site and try to install it, if it’s successful, then you can use it. You would need a software unlock code to use GMXT with non-Garmin GPS receivers – this is the “paid” part you were referring to. Malaysia and Singapore maps are free. I believe you have to pay for other Southeast Asian countries.
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atmx1990 Reply:
June 30th, 2009 at 6:35 pm
My phone isn’t locked so I guess I will be able to install it. Thanks a lot! Basically, I would still need to pay $99.99 for the license? Is the license a one time charge, or are there anymore charges? I don’t mind paying one time charges as Nokia charges so much for a month of usage. I could buy a TomTom after a 3-4 months of usage.
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
June 30th, 2009 at 6:53 pm
@atmx1990, your phone may not be locked, but the firmware inside may not let you install certain applications (Orange in the UK are real b*stards when it comes to locking down the firmware to control what you can, and can’t install!). The fastest and easiest way to tell is to install using one of the installers found on this site, and see if it starts.
Yes, US$ 99.99 is the one time price you have to pay to activate the software which will include voice navigation. No recurring charges except for paying for maps, which are also a one time payment. I believe you can buy the software at a cheaper price online.
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atmx1990 Reply:
July 1st, 2009 at 7:45 am
Hey. Thanks for your help. Garmin working fine on my phone, as well as my friend N97. One problem though, we found it extremely hard inputting the address. Under enter state, we just couldn’t get it to locate the address we want. We tried Selangor, places we wanted to go in KL and random places, it just wouldn’t show anything.
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
July 1st, 2009 at 10:06 am
@atmx1990, glad you got it working. When searching, try the simplest address possible – try to omit place names, and “jalan” or “lorong”, etc. Just input street address and search from there
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atmx1990 Reply:
July 2nd, 2009 at 10:44 am
will do. thanks a lot.
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I have downloaded the Garmin Mobile XT and successfully installed on my Nokia 5800.
Do i have to pay USD99.99 to get the 8 character product key to enable the software ?
Or I can just use the trial version with limited functions ?
Sorry….very new to GPS
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
July 1st, 2009 at 1:03 pm
@AL@5800, without buying the license to use the product, you cannot connectto your phone’s internal GPS receiver. So, the short answer is, yes, you have to buy a license key. And you can get it cheaper online, try lelong.com
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AL@5800 Reply:
July 1st, 2009 at 1:35 pm
Hi D.A.D.,
How come other smartphones with GPS (ie. asus, ipaq, htc) are able to use the GPS software without buying license ?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
July 1st, 2009 at 1:54 pm
@AL@5800, they cannot. GMXT is a “paid” software, no matter what mobile platform you use it on
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AL@5800 Reply:
July 1st, 2009 at 2:01 pm
Thanks D.A.D.
Meaning other smartphones with gps is using other GPS software instead of Garmin.
Any other GPS software that can work with nokia 5800 GPS ?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
July 1st, 2009 at 2:05 pm
@AL@5800, yes, there are quite a lot of GPS software now, not only Garmin. Garmin is the most popular because Garmin maps are the most frequently updated; malfreemaps update them once a week, compared to other systems which update a couple of time per year.
Route66 I believe runs on Symbian. So does Sygic. As well as an older version of TomTom. I can’t comment on map quality – one thing’s for sure – they are not going to be as updated as Garmin’s maps. All the software I mentioned are “paid” software
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Dear D.A.D.
So after activating Garmin Mobile XT, i still have to download maps ?
I am staying in Malaysia. Travel frequent to Bangkok n Singapore, so would like to get those maps too !
Thanks for your patience !!!
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
July 1st, 2009 at 2:34 pm
@AL@5800, yes, you still have to download maps, the software doesn’t know which maps you want, so that has to be purchased and downloaded to the device manually. M’sia/Singapore maps are free, Thailand ones you have to buy. The free malfreemaps map on this website includes both M’sia and Singapore. And if you dig around, you may unearth some gems too!
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I downloaded this and installed as specified but when I open it it shows the garmin logo(like a start up screen) then stops. I cant do anything just opens and automatically closes. What do I need to do to get this thing working?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
July 4th, 2009 at 1:47 pm
@Maplesyrup, uninstall current version, delete “garmin” folder from memory card, search for version 5.00.50 on this site, reinstall and try again. Be aware that you need an unlock code to use the software with non Garmin GPS receivers.
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Where would I get an unlock code without a wallet?
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Da Alpha Dog Reply:
July 4th, 2009 at 2:02 pm
@Maplesyrup, I hear Uncle Google is particularly generous.
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