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nards444 · 05-13-2009, 05:54 PM

Onstar is worthless use a garmin.

Number 3 · 05-13-2009, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by nards444

Onstar is worthless use a garmin.

Pretty strong statement. Why do you say worthless? Have you used 7.1 yet?

2Scoops · 05-13-2009, 06:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nards444

Onstar is worthless use a garmin.

Elaborate please....

Opinions are fine, just post some reason why you feel that way.

zzz28zzz · 05-13-2009, 06:07 PM

Question...Kinda on topic...kinda not.

Are the preorders getting the 1 year free of
Directions and what not from ONSTAR??
or just the safe and sound??

chevydude26 · 05-13-2009, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by kdoske

i have an i phone and I deffinately wouldn't say the navigation is awesome. It works but its nothing like a standalone unit. As someone stated above v3.0 will fix all this and the iphone WILL work just like a navigation unit. A matter of fact magellon is supposedly already developing an ap for the iphone based on the new v3.0. How true that is i don't know but I read it somewhere.

do i have to get the new iphone when it comes out? or will my 3g work fine with it?

topgun1 · 05-13-2009, 08:35 PM

what the hell are 3G and 4G networks anyway? and as far as navigation goes, my brain and a map are my navigation system. This isn't a Prius. This is a Camaro--it's about performance and bold styling, not finding the nearest Starbucks. Onstar can still do that for you. Buy a $79 Garmin and update the software as it becomes available. Getting a car with nav, the unit becomes out-of-date and would actually decrease the value of your car in 5 years or so, unless the in-car nav systems are upgradable.

topgun1 · 05-13-2009, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by zzz28zzz

Question...Kinda on topic...kinda not.

Are the preorders getting the 1 year free of
Directions and what not from ONSTAR??
or just the safe and sound??

From my reading is that the LS and 2SS models get "OnStar with one year Directions & Connections plan, including Turn-by-Turn Navigation" The LT and 1SS gets "OnStar with one year Safe and Sound plan, including automatic crash response, stolen vehicle assistance and more"

BLKRS2011 · 09-13-2011, 03:14 PM

I know this is an old thread but did anyone notice that when you pair your phone to the Bluetooth that there is an option to pair a GPS? What is that about?

Rabamaro · 09-13-2011, 03:24 PM

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Originally Posted by JDBeck23

Yeah, that's awesome, you can mapquest it and then have it sent to your onstar in your camaro! SHAWWEEEET!

How do you do this??

cab2g · 09-13-2011, 03:34 PM

the absolute WORST part about the onstar navigation system is that if you go off-route, you will be prompted to re-download updated directions. This is distracting and time consuming especially since by the time you go off route, you're already starting to get lost. The system is not worth very much because the car can't update the route itself. Stick with an Android phone GPS... free map updates forever.

Archontruth · 09-13-2011, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by viper612

I added a simple Garmin GPS and mounted next to the mirror, it looks cool and if functional.

This. Maybe it's just because I don't need directions very often, but the Camaro's lack of a navigation system never bothered me when I was deciding which car to buy. I don't understand the point of paying $2,000-$3,000 for an integrated navigation system in a car when I could buy a high-end stand-alone GPS system for less than $500.

pnyklr · 09-13-2011, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by chevydude26

thats what i meant...but my iphone screen is too small and requires me to look away from the road to view it correctly...with a proper sized gps all it takes is a quick glance to know the right turn is .5 miles away

i'd also like to integrate the whole iphone into the navigation system where you can go through individual songs and what not...

i know i know i'm picky...but this is literally my only gripe with the car

What app are you using on your iPhone for navigation?

I use MotionX and that thing ROCKS. Quick glance and I have all the info I need for the next turn. Plus it will announce directions through the stereo.

Sorry guys, I didn't realize this thread was from 2009. My bad.

-Funk

jrod_z28 · 09-14-2011, 10:32 AM

the Kenwood DNX-6960 might work for you.

05-13-2009, 06:07 PM	#32
zzz28zzz Drives: 2010 Chev Camaro 2SS/RS VR - Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Milford - Ohio Posts: 200	Question...Kinda on topic...kinda not. Are the preorders getting the 1 year free of Directions and what not from ONSTAR?? or just the safe and sound?? __________________ # 8115 Victory Red 2SS/RS M6

05-13-2009, 08:35 PM	#34
topgun1 Drives: 10 SIM 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Winston-Salem, NC Posts: 1,940 View My Garage	what the hell are 3G and 4G networks anyway? and as far as navigation goes, my brain and a map are my navigation system. This isn't a Prius. This is a Camaro--it's about performance and bold styling, not finding the nearest Starbucks. Onstar can still do that for you. Buy a $79 Garmin and update the software as it becomes available. Getting a car with nav, the unit becomes out-of-date and would actually decrease the value of your car in 5 years or so, unless the in-car nav systems are upgradable. __________________ 5th Gen Camaros of the Carolinas SIM, 2SS/RS LS3 5/7/11 453.9 RWHP 427.5 RWTQ VMS Stage 2.5 Comp Cams kit, Cold Air Inductions intake, ADM race scoop, DT 1 3/4" headers, Solo cats, 3" Magnaflow catback, Pypes cutouts, HP tune, H&R SuperSport springs, Eibach sways/spacers, TexasSpeed UD pulley, LSR tensioner pulley, Barton shifter, skip shift eliminator, powder-coated calipers, R1 concept rotors, StopTech pads, Granatelli wires, Lloyds mats, tint, AAC afterburner taillamps, AAC scanner/sidemarkers, SRP pedals, custom engine cover, black bowties, Ridergraphix hood spears....

09-13-2011, 03:34 PM	#38
cab2g love. my. car. Drives: 2011 2SS/RS Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Chicago Posts: 3,372 View My Garage	the absolute WORST part about the onstar navigation system is that if you go off-route, you will be prompted to re-download updated directions. This is distracting and time consuming especially since by the time you go off route, you're already starting to get lost. The system is not worth very much because the car can't update the route itself. Stick with an Android phone GPS... free map updates forever. __________________

05-13-2009, 05:54 PM	#29
nards444 Drives: 1SS/RS Black Join Date: May 2009 Location: New york Posts: 2,123 View My Garage	Onstar is worthless use a garmin.

09-13-2011, 03:14 PM	#36
BLKRS2011 1LT RS 2011 BLACK Drives: 2011 1LT RS Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Long Island, New York Posts: 124 View My Garage	I know this is an old thread but did anyone notice that when you pair your phone to the Bluetooth that there is an option to pair a GPS? What is that about?