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Originally Posted by saua
I don't think the main problem is not having a data plan (at least it's not for me).
I see several seperate problems with the current solutions: - No reliable way to estimate the amount of data transfer necessary
- You're completely on your own when you loose reception for some reason
- Very expensive or even impossible to use abroad
- it's simply seen as a regression to previous (standalone) solutions which worked just fine without a data plan
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In regards to your points:
1- every BB plan that I have seen in the USA is unlimited.
2- This is program dependent, I believe telenav caches the entire trip locally.
3- BBmaps works in dozens of countries. International data is certinly expensive but to some extent you have to pay to play. If this a big issue for you stand alone GPS units are rapidly dropping in price.
4- It may be seen that way by some, others view it as an advance over static stand alone solutions in that the content can be constantly updated.