Harry Posted December 21, 2009 Share #1 Posted December 21, 2009 New Yorkers with iPhones and iPod Touches are a common sight on the subways. You won't, however, see them check the MTA map or ask a conductor for directions - at least not if they've downloaded some of our favorite iPhone apps for straphangers. Read more: http://www.nydailynews.com/tech_guide/2009/12/20/2009-12-20_apps_for_straphangers.html#ixzz0aKRPKgPd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRG Posted December 21, 2009 Share #2 Posted December 21, 2009 Ha ha!!! That would be me! I have the Kick Map version of the subway map, that app is hot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myrtle Local Posted December 21, 2009 Share #3 Posted December 21, 2009 I think iTransNYC is the best subway app, surprised that wasn't mentioned. For LIRR and Metro North I use onTime and I think those are great as well. Amtrak just needs one now, they have their website setup for iPhone browsing but it's annoying to navigate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metsfan Posted December 21, 2009 Share #4 Posted December 21, 2009 Neat!! I have both kick map and itrans nyct subway. It helps to be able to give myself or others directions. I'll have to take a look at the others. - A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted December 21, 2009 Share #5 Posted December 21, 2009 You can also use Google Maps on your phone and use the GPS feature. Don't know why they are making this seem "new". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRG Posted December 21, 2009 Share #6 Posted December 21, 2009 You can also use Google Maps on your phone and use the GPS feature. Don't know why they are making this seem "new". iPod touch doesn't have the GPS feature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Y2Julio Posted December 21, 2009 Share #7 Posted December 21, 2009 iPod touch doesn't have the GPS feature. It doesn't? Thought it was a non-phone capable version of the iPhone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRG Posted December 21, 2009 Share #8 Posted December 21, 2009 It doesn't? Thought it was a non-phone capable version of the iPhone. That's the same thing I wondered. I also wondered why the iPod nano received the camera feature when the touch didn't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KTrainExp Posted December 21, 2009 Share #9 Posted December 21, 2009 The iPod is capable of GPS if its connected onto the internet. Personally, I really don't think these apps are useful for day to day straphangers, but for tourists, I would get iTrans. KickMap looks nice, but iTrans has everything including G/Os ect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRG Posted December 21, 2009 Share #10 Posted December 21, 2009 The iPod is capable of GPS if its connected onto the internet. Personally, I really don't think these apps are useful for day to day straphangers, but for tourists, I would get iTrans. KickMap looks nice, but iTrans has everything including G/Os ect. If you're talking about the map, then yes, the iTouch has that. However, it doesn't have that compass feature the iPhone has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novabus 5000 Posted December 21, 2009 Share #11 Posted December 21, 2009 Nice! They should make this for the Verizon Driod. My sis has that fone nd dit is so freakin awesome!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt91 Posted December 22, 2009 Share #12 Posted December 22, 2009 The new version of exit strategy is awesome, it's got a subway map, neighborhood maps, exit diagrams, and even bus maps :cool:. I got it when it was $2, so glad I did now that it's $5, but would gladly pay that. For the LIRR I use onTime and iLIRR. Transitbuddy is horrible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric B Posted December 23, 2009 Share #13 Posted December 23, 2009 I saw someone using that, and it even tells you which car you need to be in for each stop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRG Posted December 23, 2009 Share #14 Posted December 23, 2009 I saw someone using that, and it even tells you which car you need to be in for each stop. Now that seems hot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metsfan Posted December 23, 2009 Share #15 Posted December 23, 2009 That's the same thing I wondered. I also wondered why the iPod nano received the camera feature when the touch didn't. The touch is thinner, and it's more cramped inside than the iPhone. That is the only reason. Once they figure out how to get one in there they will do it. Also remember on the touch that part is a window for the wifi antenna. - A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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