[Psacc0]

Originally Posted by bsloan1960

We bought the app a couple of days ago. We bought it after I posted here and described problems with the FREE Villages GPS. The description below of the problems are quite similar to what I posted regarding the Free version

Paid Version- It seems 'confused'. It tells us to 'turn right' when there is no right turn, or it tells us to 'turn right' when the turn is actually a left. It also tells us to 'turn left' when we are simply going into a left curve- so we don't know if it actually wants us to turn or take the curve. We can't follow this with any confidence and are reluctant to go exploring until it's fixed.

Thanks!

See Golf drop down tab above to get support. Also make sure it’s in correct mode… golf cart or Auto.

[GCMartin]

We hate the app!! But we have learned to follow the map and NOT listen to the words!

You’re right that the GPS says to turn right when it’s actually just a curve in the road! Also, we’ve noticed it will not give a road name if it’s telling you to turn into a golf cart path with a white pole at the entrance. Hope this helps!

Originally Posted by bsloan1960

We bought the app a couple of days ago. We bought it after I posted here and described problems with the FREE Villages GPS. The description below of the problems are quite similar to what I posted regarding the Free version

Paid Version- It seems 'confused'. It tells us to 'turn right' when there is no right turn, or it tells us to 'turn right' when the turn is actually a left. It also tells us to 'turn left' when we are simply going into a left curve- so we don't know if it actually wants us to turn or take the curve. We can't follow this with any confidence and are reluctant to go exploring until it's fixed.

Thanks!

[Twindham]

We had a similar problem with our paid version. Seems like it calculates the time it takes to get to a destination a lot longer than actual. But as you drive the time winds down quickly. We took our car instead of the cart one time because it gave an hour arrival time but it was really only 20 min by cart! Truth be told I really like the free version better.

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by Twindham

We had a similar problem with our paid version. Seems like it calculates the time it takes to get to a destination a lot longer than actual. But as you drive the time winds down quickly. We took our car instead of the cart one time because it gave an hour arrival time but it was really only 20 min by cart! Truth be told I really like the free version better.

Both versions over estimate the drive time, by 30-40%...

[Blueblaze]

Who cares if the Villages GPS app doesn't work?

Google Maps works just fine, and it even talks to you, so you don't have to watch for the turns. You can put it back in your pocket!

Just click on the button at the top and tell it you're riding a bicycle. It will route you on all the cart paths! Even the ETA time is pretty accurate!

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by Blueblaze

Who cares if the Villages GPS app doesn't work?

Google Maps works just fine, and it even talks to you, so you don't have to watch for the turns. You can put it back in your pocket!

Just click on the button at the top and tell it you're riding a bicycle. It will route you on all the cart paths! Even the ETA time is pretty accurate!

Google maps puts you on Buena Vista (bike mode) and other streets that normal speed golf carts are not allowed.

"Just fine" as you say.

[Blueblaze]

Originally Posted by dewilson58

Google maps puts you on Buena Vista (bike mode) and other streets that normal speed golf carts are not allowed.

"Just fine" as you say.

Not true at all. I use it on Buena Vista, El Camino, and Morse all the time. It always routes you on the cart path.

Like I said, the trick is, YOU HAVE TO TELL IT YOU ARE ON A BICYCLE!

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by Blueblaze

Not true at all. I use it on Buena Vista, El Camino, and Morse all the time. It always routes you on the cart path.

Like I said, the trick is, YOU HAVE TO TELL IT YOU ARE ON A BICYCLE!

Unfortunately calling me a liar is not true.
I just did an example.....Palmetto to Lake Sumter.
As I said in my prior post.................Bike Mode was clicked.
See attached.
You can see the bike mode goes around the circle at Pinellas & BV.
At Sandhill, it gets on the path.
Will wait for an apology.

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by Blueblaze

Not true at all. I use it on Buena Vista, El Camino, and Morse all the time. It always routes you on the cart path.

This one is even better....................it puts your cart on 466a in the bike mode.

Walgreens to LSL.

[Cviens]

I bought the app this summer just before we moved here. The app refuses to work! All it does is spin until I uninstall it, then reinstall it. Then it will work…but the following day, nothing! It just spins! So I give up, I will go back to the Villages app and /or google maps in bicycle mode, those two at least work!

[BrianL99]

Originally Posted by Cviens

I bought the app this summer just before we moved here. The app refuses to work! All it does is spin until I uninstall it, then reinstall it. Then it will work…but the following day, nothing! It just spins! So I give up, I will go back to the Villages app and /or google maps in bicycle mode, those two at least work!

User Error.

I just asked it for directions to Tierra del sol golf course, from my house near Lake Winnipesaukee, NH.

No problem at all. Long ride in a Golf Cart. 1559 Miles. 141 hours & 11 minutes.

[Villages GPS]

Hi, sorry you are having issues.

Here are a few things to try.

1. Turn off and back on your phone and try again.

2. Try closing the app, turning off the WiFi on your phone, then try the app again.

3. Delete the app and reinstall it again… when you open the app, click Allow while using the app to any popups.

4. If you are trying the app inside of your home, try it outside, away from your home. Sometimes, there can be interference inside.

5. If your phone has a VPN activated, it won’t work. Please disarm that and try again.

If you have any more issues, please email us at VillagesGPS@gmail.com