Archive for September 21st, 2011

TomTom launches redesigned maps

Wednesday, September 21st, 2011

TomTom launches today the new version of all its online maps, after having redesigned them for easier use. The new maps are more detailed than before, with enhanced colouring and shading, as well as clearer labeling of cities, districts and roads.

New online maps from TomTom.

New online maps from TomTom.

The new TomTom online maps offer a number of improvements:

  • Location names are now clearer to view.
  • Country names are depicted in the local language.
  • The format of names and numbers around roads and cities has been optimised and localised.
  • The map now features extra details such as bridges, tunnels and even ferry names.

Map readability has also been improved with the introduction of 2.5D rendering, allowing the user to recognise the environment easily. The colours have been chosen to make the routing as clear and easy to understand as possible.

Check the maps out at www.routes.tomtom.com.

Formula One apps for the BlackBerry PlayBook and smartphones

Wednesday, September 21st, 2011

The Formula 1 comes to Singapore this weekend. Check out the F1 apps for the BlackBerry tablet or smartphones – both free on BlackBerry App World.

Formula One in Singapore from 23 to 25 September 2011.

Formula1.com 2011 app for BlackBerry smartphones.

Formula1.com 2011 app for BlackBerry smartphones.

For BlackBerry smartphone users (device software 4.2.0 or higher), check out the Formula1.com 2011 app from the organisers of Formula 1 itself. Users can access information such as race results, championship standings, timetables, calendars, circuit data etc.

The app streams real-time data directly from Formula One Management’s Technical Centre at the racetrack displaying the same information supplied to the teams from every session, putting you right at the heart of the action. The app also sends you push notifications and keeps you updated even when the app is closed.

Maxis F1 2011 for BlackBerry PlayBook

Maxis F1 2011 for BlackBerry PlayBook

For BlackBerry PlayBook users, check out the Maxis F1 2011 for BlackBerry PlayBook app from Infindo Technology. Users can get detailed information for all the races with exclusive live commentary, top stories, results, schedule, standings, drivers/teams/circuit info etc.

Both apps are free and valid for the entire 2011 F1 season.