I tried the beta test.

Discussion in 'HAMMER: Truck Optimized GPS App | Support Forum' started by Edjahman, Jun 13, 2020.

  1. Edjahman

    Edjahman Medium Load Member

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    I've been driving for 30 years.

    I'm also extremely tech savvy because I grew up with tech since the 80's.

    Unfortunately I believe that Google maps and some common sense felt less awkward then hammer.

    I'd gladly switch if someone developed a true commercial vehicle nav that was polished.

    I've heard that European drivers have true commercial truck nav.

    Anyway ty.
     
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  3. z32sean

    z32sean Light Load Member

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    I tried the Beta and did not like it at all. Because if the bad experience I haven't tried the finished version.
     
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  4. Edjahman

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    I was really excited about the possibility of some company developing a true commercial truck nav system and unfortunately it was a huge let down.

    Hopefully they will polish it up in the future because I'd definitely pay for a good system that actually works well.
     
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  5. Dave_in_AZ

    Dave_in_AZ Road Train Member

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    I also believe that Google and just a little common sense is the way to go.
     
  6. Edjahman

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    Yeah totally. I've been using Google maps since it was available years ago and it's really come such a long way.

    It used to be terrible way back in the early 2000's. I forget when it first came out.

    I'd kill for a truly professional truck nav that actually works. I can't imagine how much work it would be to develop such a thing.

    Maybe I'll get my wish before I retire, hopefully.
     
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  7. tommymonza

    tommymonza Road Train Member

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    I bought a Rand Macnally truckers gps when I first started driving.

    It locked up 3 times in 3 weeks at critical junctions.

    Google on my iPhone2 saved me and that was only 3 years ago.

    Being on boats all my life Garmin is thee man. But a $100 navigation program on my iPhone kicks a $3000 Garmin to the street for navigating on the sea.

    Returned the randmacnally gps and upgraded to a out of date by than IPhone 6 s.

    Use your head and when in doubt stop and look at the situation in satellite view.
     
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  8. Edjahman

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    Yeah, absolutely!

    Satellite view is especially great for analyzing places! Not so common sense is particularly helpful also!
     
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  9. Bridgette HAMMER

    Bridgette HAMMER HAMMER Support HAMMER Support

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    Hi @Edjahman , we are constantly looking for ways to improve our app and would really value your feedback. Please reach out to us privately or send us an email to support@hammerapp.com with your experience so we can implement changes. We really would love to get your perspective on our app.
     
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  10. Bridgette HAMMER

    Bridgette HAMMER HAMMER Support HAMMER Support

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    Hey @z32sean , we have made improvements since the beta version and would really like to get your feedback and perspective of our public version. We are always open to feedback and our developers use driver feedback to make the necessary changes. Please contact us directly or at support@hammerapp.com with your feedback/suggestions.
     
  11. Edjahman

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    No problem. I'm currently not working ATM but I'll reinstall it and give it another try on my way home from SLC to Houston in a few days.

    Thank you.
     
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