[Talk-in] Mapping Uran ...

[Mayuresh Kathe]

Ah, okay, then it would be better to stick with a dedicated GPS unit 
like the Garmin eTrex 20.

Smartphones as they are right now are dang painful, yes, there are a few 
conveniences, but the crazy pure touch scenario doesn't mostly work as 
advertised, oh, how I miss the Blackberry (pre-touch) devices.

~Mayuresh

On 2015-07-23 05:13 PM, Sunil K wrote:
> Mayuresh,
> 
> I didn't say the model you suggested   is not accurate. The model I
> had was not accurate(this is in 2010).  If the reviews in amzon &
> other place say it is accurate go for it.
> 
> 
> 
> I know Moto G is good,very fast to lock even in somewhat indoor, error
> is less but less straight line stability than samsung . I mean if you
> go in a car straight but with MOTO you get zig-zagged line (error is
> 3-4 m only).
> 
> I tried Moto E gps(1 st generation) earlier, for a small test only, it
> was slow to lock. I am not sure about second generation.
> 
> I also don't use any smart phone (I use a tablet only for navigation
> and osm mapping).
> 
> Regards
> Sunil
> 
> 
> On 07/23/2015 04:58 PM, Mayuresh Kathe wrote:
>> Hello Sunil,
>> 
>> If, as per what you're saying, the dedicated GPS units aren't as
>> accurate as the GPS modules found on cell phones, then it would
>> make better sense to invest in a cell phone.
>> 
>> You've suggested the Moto G; may I solicit your (and others)
>> opinion about the Moto E 2nd Gen? Reason being it's smaller and
>> easier to handle than the Moto G.
>> 
>> I anyways need to exit the old world of feature phones and enter
>> the bold new world of smartphones. :-)
>> 
>> Thanks,
>> 
>> ~Mayuresh
>> 
>> 
>> 
>> On 2015-07-23 03:32 PM, Sunil K wrote:
>>> Dear Mayuresh, I used a Garmin device in 2010 I don't remember
>>> its model(it cost me 100 euro, but the accuracy was less). But it
>>> have a gpx logging feature. Resultant gpx can be copied to
>>> computer via usb, then josm to upload.
>>> 
>>> There are 2-3 things to look for 1. easy to enter POIs (may be
>>> voice recording), is most important 2. ability to use OSM maps
>>> (There was a way to convert OSM maps to garmin format), because
>>> if the map is already there no need to again map it.
>>> 
>>> 3. Is the accuracy() If these are there, then this device is ok.
>>> Checkout Columbus V990 suggested by Paramvir (It have voice
>>> recording feature)
>>> 
>>> 
>>> I know one guy who uses modified osmtracker+ bt headset with
>>> voice cancellation to capture POIs on a Moto G.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> I use a samsung galaxy tab 7+ which is much more  accurate the
>>> garmin I had  (but usually no harsh terrain, except my daughter,
>>> it survived with colorful lines on screen)
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Hope others also give there experiences.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Regards Sunil
>>> 
>>> Regards Sunil
>>> 
>>> On 07/23/2015 02:55 PM, Mayuresh Kathe wrote:
>>>> Hi Sunil,
>>>> 
>>>> Thanks for the response.
>>>> 
>>>> I would prefer to go for a standalone GPS unit like the Garmin
>>>> eTrex 20 because I can use it under any weather conditions
>>>> (which can get difficult with a smartphone).
>>>> 
>>>> While living in Uran, my primary task would be to perform
>>>> mapping activities during the three seasons which present
>>>> themselves as harsh environmental conditions, i.e. extreme
>>>> heat, heavy rains and bitter winters (no snow though).
>>>> 
>>>> So, suppose if I purchase the Garmin eTrex 20 and use it for
>>>> logging data, would there be any way to; 1. move data off the
>>>> unit and onto my Chromebook via USB? 2. convert the acquired
>>>> data to be usable with OSM? 3. easily upload that data to OSM?
>>>> 
>>>> Basically, since there are just a few local apps under a
>>>> Chromebook, would there be any web service which can convert
>>>> the data acquired from the GPS unit to the one which is
>>>> accepted by OSM?
>>>> 
>>>> Thanks,
>>>> 
>>>> ~Mayuresh
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> On 2015-07-23 02:42 PM, Sunil K wrote:
>>>>> Dear Mayuresh,
>>>>> 
>>>>> I would suggest to go for samsung tablet, or Moto G than
>>>>> going for a standalone GPS like Garmin or TomTom( because
>>>>> cost vs accuracy is better in the case of former, based on my
>>>>> experiance from 2010 now it may be different). I dont know
>>>>> how good is bluetooth or USB connected GPS (which can be
>>>>> connected to your chromebook directly)
>>>>> 
>>>>> The only important think is GPS should be able to lock
>>>>> without 2G or 3G network, in a remote location sometimes this
>>>>> is crucial. Another think is battery life with GPS(with and
>>>>> without screen on).
>>>>> 
>>>>> You could use apps like osmtracker to get gpx trail and way
>>>>> points, Navit or OsmAnd(could also be used for tracking) for
>>>>> existing map. There is a OSM editor vespucci but I don't know
>>>>> how good it is.
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> br Sunil
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> 
>>>>> On 07/23/2015 01:18 PM, Mayuresh Kathe wrote:
>>>>>> Hello,
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> I tried to keep this off list as much as I could, but it
>>>>>> would be improper to harangue just one person with newbie
>>>>>> type questions. :-)
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> I am basically from Mumbai, but also have a certain amount
>>>>>> of presence in a nearby hamlet called Uran (65Kms south
>>>>>> east of Mumbai).
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> I checked out the map for that region on OSM and found
>>>>>> very few details.
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> Given the fact that I would be spending a month there, once
>>>>>> in every 2 months (making it around 4 months a year), I
>>>>>> would like to invest time in helping map that region.
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> I have been advised to take a look at "JOSM" as an editor,
>>>>>> but found "iD" to be a lot better for my current situation,
>>>>>> i.e. only portable is a Google Chromebook.
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> I solicit advice on the GPS equipment I would need (I don't
>>>>>> use a smartphone).
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> Would you be kind enough to recommend a decent, low-cost
>>>>>> GPS unit for acquiring data which can be easily used with
>>>>>> OSM?
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> Thanks,
>>>>>> 
>>>>>> ~Mayuresh
>>>> 
>>