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Breadcrumb apps for when you get lost
Is there any kind of breadcrumb application available out there? Probably I don't know synonyms for this and that's why I can't find one..
I essentially need to trace me back in a large unknown town ...
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Is there any app that can switch profiles based on location?
Coming from Android, I really miss a Windows Phone (8) app that can do certain things based on where you are (preferably using the phone network antennas, not GPS). On Android, one of the best apps ...
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Algorithm to calculate longitude/latitude delta [closed]
I am working on a project as inspired by a "free idea" by "textrat." The project, dubbed "Sirvair" would use a phone's GPS to convert the phone into a measuring tape. The app would work in the ...
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Can the Windows Phone platform do something like the radar function in FourSquare on iOS?
For those who don't know about the radar function: It notifies you (using a push notification) that you are close to a certain location which you might want to check into.
So I want to know if ...
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How do I get Maps to rotate with my direction?
I have enabled the Rotates with my current direction setting, and pulled up driving directions, but Maps never rotates with my orientation.
How does this feature work?
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What is the relationship between a data connection and GPS
There is a setting for turning off WiFi and cellular data but I cannot see one for GPS (unless the location setting is just for GPS?).
It seems like the phone will try to get the location via other ...
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How can I share my current location with my friends?
Can I use my Windows Phone to allow my friends to see my current location?
Is it possible without having to explicitly share using an application?
How to friends get to access the information? Can ...
