To download updated maps from TomTom you will be paying between $60-$80 depending on the device you are getting maps for. Add the cost of development for the iPhone app, it will NOT be below $50.
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tomtom app and dock?!
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To download updated maps from TomTom you will be paying between $60-$80 depending on the device you are getting maps for. Add the cost of development for the iPhone app, it will NOT be below $50.
I'm perfectly fine with that. I would like to see a Dock + App (Via promo code) for $99-$129. I really think that is the sweet spot for a lot of people.
I'm a little skeptical over TomTom's claim of "enhanced GPS reception" with its dock. I know some people are assuming that it means that the dock somehow extends the GPS antenna, but I have a feeling it means that sticking your iPhone close to the window gives you better reception. Has TomTom actually said how this dock will work?
I believe they claimed in a recent press release that it does in fact have a GPS chip in the dock.
I'm not sure how anybody can seriously suggest that the app and dock will be anything less than $200. Given the fact that Navigon is as much as it will be (after they finish their sale), TomTom will hardly undercut them by much (if they do), and then the dock itself contains a GPS chip to improve accuracy as well as dock connector, which routes phone calls through its in-built mic and speaker, plus it allows charging and has an output for your stereo to play music.
I very much doubt the two together will be any less than $200.
I predict that TomTom Europe will be around £90+ and the dock will be £40, that takes the price up to $214+...
I very much doubt the two together will be any less than $200.
I predict that TomTom Europe will be around £90+ and the dock will be £40, that takes the price up to $214+...
I thought about the whole marketing-speak of "enhanced GPS reception" right being a device closer to the windshield away but the external GPS chipset statement did not come from a TomTom press release, it came from this article. Make of it what you will. It's been posted on here before.
http://gps.about.com/b/2009/06/10/more-details-on-tomtom-for-iphone-mount-has-its-own-gps-chip.htm
Thanks for the link. I hadn't seen that. So, if there's a built-in GPS chip, I wonder if this will work with the original iPhone.
I thought the chipset in the dock was simply speculation from hopefuls like us. I didn't realize it had been documented/reported from any legitimate source.
My hope is that it will cost $99.99 (at least initially) for the app and dock combo AND that I will be able to load the software on both my iPhone and my wife's iPhone - both on the same iTunes account. If so, I'm almost certain to go with it - not that I won't be monitoring Navigator and Navigon (and others) closely in the meantime. Seriously, I think TomTom could be losing potential customers by holding off the release (if it's them) as impatient types (which I often am) possibly make impulse purchases from competitors in the meantime. Plus, if their app is less than most of us are hoping for, in terms of features, it will take a great deal to woo these customers back with future updates. Hopefully, it will be out soon, fully loaded, and priced somewhat modestly.
My hope is that it will cost $99.99 (at least initially) for the app and dock combo AND that I will be able to load the software on both my iPhone and my wife's iPhone - both on the same iTunes account. If so, I'm almost certain to go with it - not that I won't be monitoring Navigator and Navigon (and others) closely in the meantime. Seriously, I think TomTom could be losing potential customers by holding off the release (if it's them) as impatient types (which I often am) possibly make impulse purchases from competitors in the meantime. Plus, if their app is less than most of us are hoping for, in terms of features, it will take a great deal to woo these customers back with future updates. Hopefully, it will be out soon, fully loaded, and priced somewhat modestly.
I don't think I've read anyone question the possibility of an original iPhone application use with TomTom. I never thought of that. If there is an external GPS chipset in the dock then software should be able to access it on an original iPhone with OS3. The would certainly extend out the usefulness of the hardware.