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Let your Nokia N78 show you the way. Find your location faster with an integrated Assisted GPS system (A-GPS) that when used with Nokia Maps, can help you get connected promptly and find your way to your destination with the greatest of ease.

As for the navigation features, I love it when I need to find the nearest supermarket, 7-Eleven, train station, etc.

From: Bibi_Lala
I’m not sure who uses A-GPS to get around in Singapore except for driving. However, I think that this function is essential for emergency purposes.

From: euniqueflair
From starting the GPS from cold boot to the hooking up to the minimum 3 satellites required to get your location, the N78 took an amazingly fast time due to the inclusion of A-GPS. With the ability to download map data from the internet, I managed to get around Singapore with ease. With this, who needs street directories?

From: juliancho
Turn on the GPS when you really need to get somewhere really quick, the A-GPS locks on to your position in less then a minute (data charges apply) and your desired location can be found within seconds after a quick search. Let the phone guide you with its in-built navigation function and you’ll be there in no time.

From: SerSiTiv
According to the specifications, the N78 is equipped with GPS and A-GPS. Locking on to the satellites requires the user to be out in the open, with little or no blockage overhead. Those who have used the N95 8GB or N82 should find the interface familiar.

From: Shadowandy
Was it just me or was the GPS on the N78 faster as compared to the N95? I managed to get the phone to pinpoint my location within a few minutes. This will surely make me want to use the GPS more, when I need it.

From: xanthus_f
The GPS function needs to be improved as it is very difficult to get a GPS signal. After many tries, I am able to get the location where I want to go to, but am unable to navigate there. My suggestion is to provide a more detailed guide on GPS usage.

From: Adwin Lee
I can’t really utilise this well and maybe I am just not IT savvy enough, but I tried to set it up via my home broadband and it takes a while to get the map downloaded. And when I was in Batam, I just couldn’t get the GPS to work as there were a few configurations that needed to be set before utilising it. As I got the phone on Thursday and set to Batam on Friday, I just didn’t have the time to set it up. I wish they could make it simpler to use.

From: Anuar Subari
Wow, I’m impressed by the new touch sensitive Navi-Wheel and Geotagging features. With Just a slight learning curve, you are on your way to maxing it out. I also like the ability to view the screens as it maintains its brightness even in outdoor environments; that will go along way for the outdoor adventurer in all of us.

From: Brian Wong
The GPS is not exactly user-friendly. I looked for help in the manual, but it was not particularly helpful at all.

From: Ellie Doong
Navigation works via the built-in GPS receiver and comes with Nokia Maps and Geotagging. Navigation in Singapore may not be as smooth, with lots of high-rise buildings possibly causing interruptions during navigation.

From: Heng Wan
Starting the maps application was fast and the GPS took only seconds to track the signals from the satellites from a cold start. Navigating with the GPS was a breeze as the map software packs the necessary navigation solutions like voice navigation and route planning. The map even provides information on the nearest ATM which was very useful for me. As a first time GPS user on a phone, I have to say I am impressed.

From: Howard Francis
Connecting to GPS was fast, but this version of Nokia Maps is still not user-friendly. Too many details were required for a valid search result and due to the fact that the Nokia Maps voice navigation is not free, I expect better quality maps from them and a more decent user interface.

From: Jacko New
It has a faster GPS lock-on time as compared with the Nokia 6110 Navigator. Route calculation was also more accurate, minus 1 or 2 inaccurate turns, but it still gets you to your destination.

From: Leroy Ong
Navigation using Nokia Maps provided a fairly accurate lock with respect to my location via GPS. From a first time user, I was rather impressed. However, map details could be further improved to include buildings and other landmarks.

From: Alvin Lim
The upgraded Nokia Maps is a breeze. The new map version has much more features comparable to a normal dedicated GPS set. Voice navigation is clear and precise. The A-GPS is great for navigation, whether you are walking or driving. But starting up when searching for satellites might take a little time.

From: Aron Goh
The navigation was quite useful for a street dummy like me as it saves me some time trying to find locations. And it’s quite easy especially when I am able to preset the symbols/icons [e.g. bus stops, buildings], which can be seen visually. With this, I can just throw away the heavy directory and carry the phone around.

From: Hajar
The GPS navigation system is definitely a plus point for anyone looking for an all-in-one phone. The satellite lock-on is fast (approximately 30 seconds) and can be made even faster when activating the built-in A-GPS.

From: Jeffery Lee
The integrated assisted GPS system has definitely broadened my understanding about reading such ‘maps’ as it’s my first time using it and I can say that it took me a short while to learn to use the software! The graphic interface is very user-friendly and its responsiveness is highly remarkable. I believe it’s a much improved version with the ease I had using it.

From: Karen Neo
The navigation experience with the Nokia N78 is quite good. The map loads quite fast and is rather accurate, albeit a little too small.

From: Mitchel Quek
The A-GPS satellite detection is strong, while the feature to use the map with voice-guidance
is simple. But accuracy of the route calculation for the entire journey from start to end needs to be improved more.

From: Nik Chung
The Nokia N78’s built-in GPS and Voice Navigation provide a quick and easy way to find directions and places conveniently. Connection to the satellites is very fast, usually under a minute! Man, I love the GPS!

From: Prem Chandar
Pros: Good GPS system with good accuracy.
Cons: Not very detailed and needs some time to connect to the satellites.

From: Syaiful
This function just doesn’t appeal to me. Geotagging photos doesn’t seem to serve a purpose. In fact it feels pretty Big Brother. The keypad design also discourages me from fiddling with the set for instructions while I’m driving.

From: Tiffany Chew
This function was easy to use and I especially appreciate the smooth transition in screen switching with minimum interruptions. However, twice during this 1-week trial, my Nokia N78 phone hung and needed to be rebooted.

From: Peggy Ho