MapFactor Forum

Hi, I already posted this on G+ community. But I didn't get any reactions. So I guess I'll try to post it here too.

I have some suggestion how could be Mapfactor
Navigator improved. First of all let me say that it is a great
navigation and I use it for many years. I have used the Windows version
on a UMPC and now I use the Android version.

I would like to see following features implemented:

1) Better system for avoiding roads. It should be possible to avoid highways (or other toll roads) per country. It is useful especially in Europe where you have to pay for vignettes in many countries. Sometimes you would only use it for a few kilometers. Another option should be to block a complete road. Currently I can (in OSM maps) block one segment. It would be nice if I could block a whole highway (D1 in Czechia, A12 in Austria, A1 or H2 in Solvenia etc.) Also the road blocking should not be general, but related to a planned trip.

2) Better system for handling way-points. Currently if I set a way-point and later start another trip, it suggests me to use the previous way-point(s). It would be better to ask me if I want to start a new trip or continue with the previous. If I choose a new navigation, the old destination, way-points and blocked roads should be automatically saved. Again way-points should be related to a planned route, not set globally.

These are the things that bother me most. Both features I mentioned are quite well implemented in iGo navigation, if you need some inspiration.

I have some more ideas which are only cosmetic or would be very difficult to implement. But it would be very nice to have them.

3) Introduce better announcements, which would better describe where to do the maneuver. Like turn left on next traffic lights, turn right on the second crossroad, turn right at the end of street, stay on the main road etc. Announcing only the distance is sometimes confusing. Also the case when the main road turns and minor road continues straight is not handled unambiguously.

4) Better map design. The colors are bright and well visible. But don't really fit together. Another nice improvement would be to use SRTM data to draw the terrain in 3D. Maybe even include 3D buildings like in this OSM renderer: http://osmbuildings.org/?lat=52.52111&lon=13.40988&zoom=16&rotation=0&tilt=30

5) Collect information from drivers regarding average speed on certain roads and backport them to OSM (or own database). Then use these information to calculate the fastest way. Also add penalty for crossroads with traffic light or where you have to yield.