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VZ Navigator on 8830

I just activated VZ Navigator on my BB 8830. I have two problems with it. The first problem is that it is sometimes late in telling me to take a turn. I'll be crossing through an intersection just as it's telling me to turn left or right at that intersection. The other problem is that after a few turns the voice stops working and if I want directions I have to read the map, while I'm driving. I've reloaded the program, pulled the battery, and I'm still having the same problem. Is it just a lousy app? I'd like to know - I shouldn't have to pay $9.99 a month so that my phone can frustrate me. Thanks.

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StreetDocRN

Hi,

I use VZ Navigator on my Blackberry Bold. It works well and I have never had the sound issue you describe. That must be a setting on your device, perhaps in the application modue itself, that can be set to allow for the device to be "always on" while VZNavigator is in use. What version are you using? I am using the 6.2 version on my device. As for the giving an instruction to turn after you have passed a street that is intended for you to turn, it sounds like maybe a processing issue with your device. I do know that mine tells me starting in 1/2 mile to prepare to turn at at particular waypoint. It will also remind you as you become closer. I guess for now, the only thing I can think of is to make sure you have the latest version of the program on your device. I hope this all helps you a little bit.

Doc

nate831

Thanks Doc. I'm using version 4.1.0, which seems to be the most recent version for the 8830. I have also used the "check for updates" feature a couple of times, and VZ Nav responds that my version is current. I'll keep looking, and if I find a solution I'll post it here. I'm sure I'm not the only one experiencing this problem. Maybe.

Thanks.

Mark

StreetDocRN

Hey,

Try this, on your device, go to http://mobile.vzw.com and click on the VZNavigator link. See if it will let you download a later version of VZNavigator. Fingers crossed...

Doc

nate831

Hi Doc. I couldn't find a more recent version of VZ Nav for my BB, so I called Verizon. As usual, the people answering the phone were extremely helpful. I love their phone support. They are sending me a new BB overnight, so I'll have it tomorrow. Since my phone is getting a little old anyway, I'm very satisfied with their solution. Thanks for your suggestions, though; I appreciate your time and effort.

Mark

StreetDocRN

Hey,

No problem. Good luck.

Doc

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