BBC NEWS | Fake maps fox Shanghai drivers
This is an article that shows the issues with GPS enabled street maps. The problems that Shanghai drivers face when buying ‘fake’ maps is the same everywhere. I disagree with their use of the word ‘fake’, inaccurate is more realistic.
BBC NEWS | Asia-Pacific | Fake maps fox Shanghai drivers
Counterfeit Maps, Lost Drivers
To save money, some Chinese GPS manufacturers use counterfeit maps instead of official ones; as a result, Shanghai drivers who buy the cheaper units are getting lost. Via GeoCarta and Very Spatial…
Making custom (not counterfeit) maps for your GPS
There was a story last week about counterfeit GPS maps causing drivers to get lost in Shanghai, which was widely reported in mapping blogs (like GeoCarta and The Map Room) and discussion groups. But what do they mean by counterfeit maps? Jesse at Very …