Is it possible to use a cellphone (v710) as a GPS module for my PDA?

[777php]

I plan on buying a V710 for Verizon when it comes out. I read somewhere that it has GPS support, so I was wondering if the combination of a V710 and my ipaq w/ bluetooth and MS Streets and Trips will work together?

The upcoming MS Streets and Trips 2005 is supposed to support real time updating similar to GPS nav systems in cars, this would be awesome if I could use my phone's GPS and bluetooth to beam my location to my ipaq or laptop and have my location be updated in real time.

While I'm not sure if the PocketPC version of steets and trip will support real-time updating but, I'd be happy if it could do it at least with my laptop.

Anyone know if this can be done?

 

[sygyzy]

That really depends on a few things. One, if the protocall that it uses is supported by the software. Two, if the phone can even transmit location/date or just display it. Three....

Edit: Three - NO

GPS / Location

GPS (Global Positioning System) is a global satellite-based system for determining precise physical location.

In a phone, this will allow operators to immediately receive your location when you call the emergency number (911 or 112).

When used with compatible Wireless Internet systems and services, and with the user's permission, it can also transmit location information to those services. For example, a location-enabled phone book service might tell you where the nearest Chinese restaurant is, without requiring manual entry of a zip code, etc.

Most phones with "GPS" in fact use A-GPS technology. The "A" stands for assisted, and means that the phone relies the network for help in determining location. Although the phone does receive GPS signals directly from the satellites, it can't determine actual location without help from the cell network.

 

[DaWhim]

sound too good to be true. I can't find that feature you are talking about on phonesnoop.com. it would good a good selling point, but I don't see moto advertising it at all.

http://www.motorola.com/mdirect/hellomoto/experience/v710/flash/features_new.shtml?

 

[777php]

If you check Phone Scoop and scroll down to GPS/Location it says yes. However I had a feeling that the GPS on a phone would be different than what is necessary for the computer.

 

[NutBucket]

No because as they are both "slave" USB devices they look for "hosts". Its doubtful VWZ would even release the API to allow any programs to make use of that GPS.