TeleNav GPS Navigator Updates for AT&T Android Smartphones

by Antonio Wells Jan 14, 2011 8:45 AM – Leave your thoughts

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TeleNav launches their TeleNav GPS Navigator version 6.2 adding more features of speed, functions and UI improvements in the GPS navigation experience. Initially launching on AT&T Android smartphones; so Samsung Captivate, HTC Aria, Motorola Backflip as their software is carrier embedded (or directly sold) then expand to other carriers.

Key EnhancementsvTeleNav GPS Navigator 6.2:

Multiple Route Suggestions: Users are presented with up to three route suggestions overlaid on a map with route distance and estimated drive times.
Quick Search: Users can simply touch the Quick Search box on the Home screen and type an address, landmark, category, or a business name. TeleNav GPS Navigator 6.2 uses predictive search technology.
Speech Recognition: TeleNav has included an expanded Speech Recognition feature, allowing users to press a single button on the home page and speak a command, including common phrases such as “How’s the weather” or “How’s traffic.”
Map Overlays: The map view includes one-click options to layer information on the map screen, such as traffic flow information and the locations of traffic cameras.
Expanded POIs: We added millions of new Points of Interest (POIs) to our search database, giving TeleNav users access to more than 22 million U.S. business locations, historical landmarks, airports and more.