This is the latest version of the Garmin Mobile XT software for the Symbian platform, version 5.00.50, dated 15 April 2009. I tested it on the Nokia 5800, and it works fine; even when in map browsing mode, repeated panning of the map from left to right, top to bottom, for some minutes did not result in “freezing” or “hanging” of the software, unlike version 5.00.40.
Changelog from v5.00.40 to v5.00.50:
- Provide ‘Exit’ option to the Activate Software page.
- Correct the turn preview page in landscape orientation.
- Correct an error that occurs when the ‘Arrival’ button is selected.
- Correct the text color of the main map page when displayed in night mode.
To install, simply download the compressed RAR archive and open it using WinRAR or 7-Zip. Drag the contents of the “GMXT” directory to the root (ie. top folder) of your memory card. Answer “yes” when asked if you want to replace whatever folders and files during copying. Do not drag the entire “GMXT” folder, just the items inside it to the root of your memory card. Then, simply tap the GarminMobileXT.sis program in your phone’s file manager program to install it. Once done, you can delete the “GarminMobileXT.sis” program from the root of the memory card. It may be advisable to backup your data (maps, saved POIs, etc) before upgrading in case something goes wrong.
If this is your first time installing, you need to install the world basemap and voice support files as well. And of course you will need to purchase a license to use the GMXT program; Google for resellers in your area. Or do whatever you have to do.
