14 DAY TRIAL // Although Android apps that require payment of monthly fees are not among the most popular, it appears that Verizon decided to give it another go with its location-based VZ Navigator app, which is exclusively available for Verizon handsets.
Touted VZ Navigator VX, the application supports a wide range of Android phones, including Motorola DROID X, HTC DROID Incredible and Samsung Fascinate.
Developed by TeleCommunication Systems, VZ Navigator VX provides users with 3D navigation views using enhanced 3D city models and images of highway and exit signs.
Currently, there are only 6 cities where the 3D capabilities of the application can be used, including Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles, Kansas City, Mo., New York and Washington D.C. However, the developer states that more cities will be added in 2011.
Other enhancements in the newest version include “real” signs and road views, satellite maps and day/night modes among other features.
“Verizon Wireless continues to add more to VZ Navigator, and VZ Navigator VX now gives our customers some of the most advanced mapping and navigation services available today,” said Kristi Crum, director, Consumer Solutions for Verizon Wireless.
VZ Navigator VX features an easy-to-use interface, improved functionality for finding points of interest, the ability to run multiple VZ Navigator functions simultaneously within a navigation session and integration with Facebook.
“Whether they are in a familiar place and need to get around more efficiently or exploring new territory in a car or on foot, customers can turn to VZ Navigator to get them where they want to go,” concluded Crum.
VZ Navigator VX application will soon be available as a free download from Android Market, but after the free 30-day trial users are required to pay $9.99 monthly for unlimited access, $4.99 for a weekly usage or $2.99 for a one-day/24-hour use.