BasicGPS 2.62 – Geocaching on windows mobile

BasicGPS is software application designed primarily for Geocaching, and runs on Phones and PDAs equipped with the Windows Mobile 5.0/6.0/6.1 Operating System. One of the main features of BasicGPS is that the application actually speaks to you, providing a range and bearing to the cache site. This is particularly useful in areas of ‘high muggle activity’. You can put the phone in your pocket, use headphones, and the voice will guide you to the cache site!

BasicGPS Features :
- Provides Spoken Directions (range and bearing) from your location to the selected cache.
- Imports cache files in GPX or LOC format from www.geocaching.com (including pocket queries)
- Realtime cache ‘Radar’ shows your location and that of the cache for quicker finds.
- Displays Distances and Altitudes in Miles/Feet or Kilometers/Meters.
- Displays Coordinates in Degrees, Minutes or Decimal Degrees format.
- Check your location online at GoogleMaps: See your location and the cache site.
- Works with Built-in or External GPS Modules via the MS Intermediate Driver.
- Displays the cache info from GPX files – including hints.
- Very Simple to use: Just point the Compass arrow at the blue box till you reach the cache!
- Allows you to mark a cache as ‘Found’ or ‘Not Found’
- Displays Full Cache Name and ‘GC’ Code on Search Screen.
- Plays Audio Warning when no Valid GPS Fix is available.
- Fix added for European users with Decimal Separator Issues.
- A new ‘Delete All’ function to clear all cache data in one go.
- Export Current Position as LOC File.
- Various Enhancements to the ‘All Caches’ Screen.
- Now Supports European and Asian character fonts.
- GPX Data Screen Shows Cache Name/Code/Type/Difficulty/Terrian/Full Decscription and Hints.
- Limited Support for Nav Keys Added.
- Automatic 60 Second Refresh on Map Screen Update Added.
- Direct link from Main Screen to GPX View Screen added.
- Fix for ‘Near Meridian’ Issue (‘NaN’ value reported) Implemented.
- Simple Compass Display Implemeted.
- Silence GPS Warnings Audio.
- Displays Finder Log entries in GPX files.
- Map page now with Satellite View Option.

PDA/Phone Requirements
- Phone or PDA with Windows Mobile 5.0 / 6.0 / 6.1
- Touchscreen (240×320 or 480×640 VGA resolution.)
- Microsoft Compact Framework 2.0 (free download from MS)
- Internal GPS or External (Bluetooth/Serial) GPS Module

Developers Request :
As the application is free to use, all that we ask in return is that you provide us with feedback on the software, together with details of any issues you may come across while using the application. (Please include your PDA make/model and OS version) We fully intend to provide regular updates, bug fixes and enhancements to the application. So please help us develop and extend the functionality of BasicGPS, and you’ll get the benefits for free!
Please Send Your Feedback, Issues or Help Requests to basicgpshelpme@googlemail.com

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