News & Weather - Samsung sgh-i727r User Manual

• Route and alternates: displays the entire route on the map and
allows selection of route options (Avoid highways, Avoid tolls), travel
time for the various routes, and the directions list.
• Directions list: provides turn-by-turn written instructions.
• Layers: are additional items that you can have displayed on your
map. They include:
– Traffic view: displays real-time traffic conditions so you can plan the
fastest route.
– Satellite: allows you to see you the map as a satellite image.
– Parking: allows you to see registered parking areas.
– Gas stations: allows you to see registered gas stations.
– ATMs & banks: allows you to see registered ATMs and Banks.
– Restaurants: allows you to see registered restaurants.
• Turn off/on voice: turns the voice guidance on or off.
• Exit navigation: exits the application and returns to the Apps screen.
• More:
• Search: allows you to speak or type a destination, place, or
service to search for.
• Set Destination: displays the Choose Destination screen where
you can speak or type your destination.
• Settings: includes the following options:
– Screen Dimming: set this option to dim the screen between
instructions in order to conserve battery power.
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– Terms, privacy & notices: displays Terms and conditions, Privacy
policy, and Legal notices.
• Help: opens the browser and displays Maps for mobile Help.
Obtaining Driving Directions
Your phone's built-in GPS hardware allows you to get real-time
driving directions to selected locations or establishments based on
your current location.
Using a Physical Address
From the Home screen, tap
1.
Tap either Speak Destination or Type Destination.
2.
If typing in the address, enter the address, City, and
3.
Province using the keypad. As you type, possible addresses
will be displayed. Tap on one when you see the address you
want. The route will be displayed.
If speaking the address, the Voice guidance screen is
4.
displayed. Say the address. The route will be displayed.
As you drive the route display will be updated and you will
5.
receive voice-guided navigation directions.
News & Weather
The News & Weather application allows you to view the news and
weather in your area.
Navigation .
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