The thing about traditional (paper) town guides is that you either have them, or you don't. If you forgot to pack it then, you either need to get another one, or get some other means of access to information.
Electronic maps are great but often rely on downloading information, as you go. This is acceptable if you have an unlimited download account but can be prohibitively expensive when you ate out of your home territory... which is when you are most likely to require such information.
Enter 'City Maps 2Go Pro', where you download the information and then have it stored in your iOS device.
Electronic maps are great but often rely on downloading information, as you go. This is acceptable if you have an unlimited download account but can be prohibitively expensive when you ate out of your home territory... which is when you are most likely to require such information.
Enter 'City Maps 2Go Pro', where you download the information and then have it stored in your iOS device.
Now for the ACIDS test:
Aesthetics
The first thing to do is download a location that interests you.
When you download, you are given the option of including, or not, additional articles and pictures which will enhance the experience but use up memory; your choice.
You can then search the map in a variety of ways, such as entering text, accessing the globe to see a listing of top places. You can easily find street names, public transport, restaurants and hotels (including reviews). You can then add photos or notes.
There is a very useful 'locate me' button which toggles between showing where you are (assuming you are within the map confines) and centring the map, viewing direction, and North up.
You can create lists of places to visit and store these for when you reach your destination, as well as storing them in the 'Ulmon Hub'. An added bonus of using this is seeing the opinions of others, as well as sharing yours.
Cost
The App costs $3, which is dramatically more than a library full of travel guides. There is also a limited free version for you to test.
Indispensability
Sometimes the best part of a trip is the planning; this App adds to that experience.
Dependability
When downloading a location, it is easiest to type the name, as access via the initial letter doesn't seem to function correctly.
Although the individual maps are comprehensive, there is always a little place that the locals will know that is not listed.
Security
The Ulmon cloud is the usual double-edged sword of added back-up but also, potential, unauthorised use. Apart from the unlikely (but possible) event of someone hacking into your account and altering data, the consequential risks should be remote.
ACIDS Test Rating:
Added enjoyment for your trip.
To find out how the ACIDS Test works, click here.
You can get City Maps 2Go Pro here and support for the App here.
To find out how the ACIDS Test works, click here.
You can get City Maps 2Go Pro here and support for the App here.
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