If you own a TomTom GPS system for your vehicle and would like to extend its use, there are various hacks that you can apply. Keep in mind that some TomTom hacks may void the warranty on your device. Always use caution when applying hacks, especially from unknown sources, as they may render the device inoperable.
How do you get free TomTom maps?
If you own a TomTom device, you can take advantage of TomTom updates free download options by installing the TomTom software and connecting your device, at which point you’ll get any free map updates, as well as updates provided by other device owners.
Can you update TomTom maps for free?
MyDrive Connect is our free support application that helps you to manage your content and services on your TomTom navigation device. Via MyDrive Connect we will offer you the latest maps, software updates and the possibility to renew your services.
What is the TomTom Go and how does it work?
Gadget geeks worldwide are collaborating to make the ubiquitous TomTom GO portable satellite navigation system more useful. In contrast to other models of SatNav devices, particularly those bundled with PDAs, the GO is especially known for its simplicity: turn it on, set routes via touchscreen, and away you go (and go you do, quite literally!)
Can I run Linux programs on the TomTom Go?
The key to it all is Linux. The TomTom GO runs Linux, specifically a custom distro called TomTomLinux or TTL, with an ARM processor. So, logic dictates, if you can compile a program for Linux on the ARM then you can run it on the TomTom.
Why doesn’t the TomTom support remote login?
Unfortunately, the TomTom didn’t cater for pseudo-terminals – the /dev/pty devices that represent remote logins, as opposed to the /dev/tty devices which correspond to physical keyboards (or TeleTYpes). Thus, remote login still appeared unassailable until finally a TCP/IP stack was brought to heel under Bluetooth via the rfcomm utility.
Is TomTom’s sat nav software proprietary?
It must be clearly pointed out that the TomTom mapping and navigation application itself remained fully proprietary; it was the GO’s operating system which was the subject of the violation. This was fine; for the wiley hackers, the actual SatNav software – despite being the primary focus for general consumers – was totally irrelevant.
