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The same world-class turn-by-turn navigation that is enjoyed by 45 million people every day has now been tailored specifically to the iPhone.
Editor?s Choice for iPhone navigation software - PC Magazine
PC World?s ?18 Best iPhone Apps?: ?The TomTom app turns your phone into a GPS navigation device with turn-by-turn directions. Maps and routes are stored in your phone's memory, so updating maps and changing routes happens quickly and without requiring a wireless network connection.? ? PC World
?With 28 separately sold packages for regions on every continent but Antarctica, TomTom's navigational apps are ideal for international travel.? ? Travel + Leisure
?In my testing, the traffic details were extremely accurate. It reliably reported rush hour slow downs, holiday congestion, and a couple of accidents.? ? Mobile Crunch
TomTom's patented mapping and routing intelligence is at the core of the TomTom App. TomTom is known the world over for the accuracy and extensive coverage of its maps. TomTom maps have been rated highest in terms of quality and reliability. No mobile signal or data plan is required to browse your map and navigate to your destination. And, only TomTom offers IQ Routes, which evaluates routes based on actual traffic speeds rather than posted speed limits, and recommends the fastest route based on the time of the day.
The TomTom App takes advantage of iPhone features and functionality to make navigation even easier. You can see maps and routes easier with iPhone 4 Retina Display support, navigate to your destination easier by selecting contacts straight from your address book or photos from your photo gallery, and take hands-free calls easier while navigating with the App's multitasking capabilities.
*** KEY FEATURES ***
GET THERE FASTER AND SMARTER
- TOMTOM MAPS: Your TomTom App comes with the latest and most up-to-date map, ready to navigate.
- MAP SHARE?: Make on-the-fly changes to your own map and benefit from free, verified updates made by TomTom users every day--delivered automatically on a weekly basis and on-demand anytime you want.
- IQ ROUTES?: Only TomTom uses actual speed data collected from millions of users to accurately calculate the travel time of your route. It takes into account rush hour, traffic lights-even shopping crowds.
- REAL-TIME TRAFFIC UPDATES: Outsmart traffic with real-time information for your route delivered directly to your TomTom app. Based on incoming traffic information, your TomTom will recalculate travel time and suggest alternate routes to minimize potential delays. Available via in-App purchase.(1)
FIND SHOPS AND BUSINESSES
- Local search powered by Google?
- Millions of pre-installed POIs
STAY SAFE
- Lane guidance for complicated interchanges
- Announces street names(2)
- Help me! emergency menu
MAKE THE MOST OF IPHONE
- iOS multitasking support(3):
- Seamless navigation while calling (iPhone 3GS/4)
- Background navigation instructions (iPhone 3GS/4 & iPod touch 3rd gen.)
- Navigate-to-photo(4)
- Navigate-to-contacts
- Route sharing
- Departure reminder
- Calling destination
CUSTOMIZE YOUR APP
- Car symbols
- Map colors
*** MAPS COVERAGE ***
- USA & Canada.
*** MORE INFORMATION ***
iPhone original & iPod touch require the TomTom car kit with its built-in GPS receiver. Buy the TomTom car kit:
(1)Traffic information is only available in the US. Compatible with iPhone, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4.
(2)Announces street names comes in the following languages: English US, Spanish, French Canadian.
(3)Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.
(4)Photos can only be used for navigation if you have enabled Location Services in the Camera application.
What's new in Version 1.6
- LATEST, UPDATED TOMTOM MAP: Because roads are constantly changing, on average 15% of roads change every year, your TomTom App update comes with the latest and most up-to
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