Author – Nicole Verrett – Dedicated Sales Support Team Member

Parking_lotHow many times have you parked your car in a massive mall parking lot, shopped for a couple of hours, then returned to the parking lot only to wander to the rows wondering if your car has been stolen?

How many times have you gone camping, decided to take a walk around dusk and realized you have been walking in a circle for 30 minutes looking for your campground?

Okay, well may that is just me. Either way, it got me thinking about using the waypoints ("Spot Marker") feature in TeleNav GPS Navigator. Spot Marker is a feature within TeleNav that is a hidden treasure many people (myself included) forget, or are not sure how, to use.

Here is out it works: Go to the mall and mark your parking spot. Spot Marker records your relative location, using latitude and longitude information, since a parking lot obviously does not have cross streets. When you return from your shopping spree, you can access this location and get specific directions back to your parked vehicle. No more false alarms! Also, next time I am on a camping trip, I will mark my campground location so I can take a 30 minute walk at dusk and not worry about getting lost on my return. (note: wireless coverage must be available)

Here’s how to mark your location using TeleNav GPS Navigator’s Spot Marker (waypoint):

  • Turn on TeleNav GPS Navigator
  • Select "Share & More" from the main menu
  • Select "Record Location" and name your spot

Here’s how to access your saved waypoint:

  • Turn on TeleNav GPS Navigator
  • Change your preferences to Pedestrian mode (under Share & More menu)
  • Select "Drive to"
  • Select "Favorites"
  • Select the location you saved
  • You’re on your way!

Please note that using and accessing waypoints may differ slightly depending on your phone and carrier. Please refer to our user guides for more information.