Galileo Offline Maps

You can search a location by its coordinates in the following format: two numerical values represent latitude and longitude separated by a comma (e.g. "48.198634, 16.371648" for Vienna).

Thank you for your suggestion - it might be a good idea. We will consider this concept of side-bar for settings instead of popup after the new version 2.1 (it will be released in 2-3 weeks).

Thank you for your suggestion, it is a good idea to display the track info while moving.
Please collect more votes for this idea to enforce implementation.

Thank you for your suggestion, we'll consider this option for implementation.

Please provide more information about this bug. Which map source is affected? What is your real coordinates, what is displayed in Galileo Offline Maps? i'm waiting email from you at info@galileo-app.com

Thank you for your suggestions! We will consider part of them them after the more user votes will be collected.

We'll think about it. How many of those 500 000 will vote for this feature? :)

This feature is planned for further releases.
Thanks you for your patience.

Thank you for your suggestion, we'll consider this option for implementation.

Search for latitude and longitude separated by comma (e.g. “53.3458,-6.259” for Dublin)
It works since v2.0.

Do you use iOS 5 beta firmware on your iOS device? Please send me email to info@galileo-app.com and i'll try to help you.

This is planned feature. But not for the nearest 2.1 version. Probably for the next one.

Thank you for your suggestion! We will consider AirStash (http://www.airstash.com) for work with in our future releases. Invite more friends and app users to vote for this feature too -)

Hello. Thanks for using Galileo.

Galileo supports GeoURI scheme both with geo: and galileo: prefixes. So you could write link as geo:48.198634,16.371648 or galileo:48.198634,16.371648 for Vienna.

Thanks for your kind words, they encourage us to work hardly to improve the app!

'Cannot find my offline map' - this is a known issue in Galileo Offline Maps app and will be fixed in one of the next version of app. Please sorry for inconvenience.
Today we may recommend you to place bookmark on supposed center of offline map and jump to it from bookmark details screen (just tap the 'Show' button).

Thank you for your idea. We will consider implementing this feature for a future releases. Please collect more votes for this idea to enforce implementation.

Do you know any map source that could be used for free for that purpose?

You can't import bookmarks from computer. I'll add this function soon.

Icon and category will be added in next version. We'll think about adding address and photo. Thanks for your idea.

Hi, thank you for your post! We will refine search to make search process more effective and convenient for users in future versions.

Marcus, thank you for the continuous supply of great ideas and suggestions for the Galileo Offline Maps iOS app. We truly appreciate it!

Surely we will work on improving and extending the range of bookmark's categories, it was just a 'pilot' experiment to hear back from our users.
Cheers!

There is 2 possible reasons.
1. Apple serves is under maintenance. In-app purchases should appear shortly.
2. Your iOS device not connected to the internet.
Check both of them. Hope it helps.

not yet. but this feature is planned for nearest release.

This message comes from our Push notification server it doesn't related to GPS data at all. Please write us email to info@galileo-app.com. With your feedback we'll add support for your external GPS receiver.

Possible reason is that you're looking at wrong place or at the different zoom level. Try to enable online map. put a bookmark at the place which you're downloaded in your offline map. Then switch back to your offline map and look around this bookmark at different zoom levels. You definitely should see your tiles, downloaded for offline browsing. If it still won't work for you write us at info@galileo-app.com I'll do my best to help you.

Hi, thanks for your question!

It's actually possible: in "Mobile Atlas Creator" program you can add more than one selection.
For example:
*select your first map area on map, check desired zoom levels for it and click "Add Selection",
* after that select another area on map, check desired zoom levels for it and click "Add Selection" again.
=> As result offline map will be created containing both selections.

Hi, it's possible to zoom-in with one finger double-tap in 'compass' mode which provides you with angled view of the area around you, oriented in the direction in which you're facing or moving.
But 'track' and 'compas' modes will be reseted while zooming with two fingers.

We can't use Google Maps as online map source due to restrictions on usage:
http://maps.google.com/help/legalnotices_maps.html

But you can create offline maps from 'custom map sources' (e.g. Google Maps) by yourself ;)
(read more: http://galileo-app.com/blog/custom-map-sources.html).

Thank you for submitting this issue! We will fix it in the next update, sorry for any inconvenience.

Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps. Now it possible to import previously created KML files with both bookmarks and routes from web link, dropbox or email into the app even in free version.

Read more about new release here: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps. Now it possible to import previously created KML files with both bookmarks and routes from web link, dropbox or email into the app even in free version.

Read more about new release here: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.htm

We don't have hi-red tiles for now. but at least galileo could render tiles from usual tile servers with high resolution.
Also map UI elements updated to hi-res graphics. It looks much better now for me.

Anyone need tile scale option in settings?

We're working now on new rendering engine. It will handle rotation info from compass and it will be flexible enough to draw pins and icons for POI.

This feature is ready and it will be included in nearest release.

Hi, please check out the new version of Galileo Offline Maps iOS app. Now it possible to import .sqlitedb files into the app from Dropbox and web link.
Read how-to: http://galileo-app.com/blog/import-offline-maps-dropbox.html

Hi, please have a look at 'compass' mode in the app, where the map automatically rotates based on the phone's compass. Tap twice on the "my location" icon to activate this mode.

How do you feel about it?

There is a trick for that: in Mobile Atlas Creator you can Add more that one selection for example select all world and add select only 1-5 zoom levels, then press add selection, after that select your city, select 6-14 zoom levels and press add selection again. As result offline map will be created containing both selections.

P.S. Bookmarks will be available soon definitely. :)

Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps app. Now it possible to import KML files containing both bookmarks and tracks (previously made in Google Maps, Google Earth or any other tool) into the app from web link, email and Dropbox.

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E.g.: How to import KML file from the email message containing the attachment in KML format:
* tap and hold the attached file's name until a menu comes up.
* choose Open in Galileo.

Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps. Now bookmarks details screen contains both map preview with selected bookmark and "Show on Map" option for quickly navigation to bookmark.

Read also version 2.1 release notes: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

Please check the new version 2.1.2 - the two-finger-tap to zoom out is now implemented.

Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps. Now it possible to assign categories to your bookmarks.
Read more: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

While you're just browsing map - Galileo uses tracking of significant location changes by analyzing cellular data and nearest wifi's. GPS chip did't used and it didn't drain your battery contrary it even saves charge. Also Galileo didn't subscribed for background location event's so when you're exit from application - it didn't receive any GPS data. Don't worry about that.

Thank you for your suggestion, and there is a tip for you:

if you don't like iPhone’s auto-rotation feature while using Galileo Offline Map, please use the screen orientation lock option (requires 4.0+):
* tap the HOME button twice to bring the multitasking dock,
* swipe your finger to the right until you see the music control buttons,
* tap on the lock button (first in a raw).

After you enable the screen lock, the auto rotation is disabled and your screen is locked to the portrait orientation. A rotation lock icon (looks like a circular arrow around a padlock) will appear in the status bar next to the battery charge icon.

To re-enable the auto rotation, you can simply go through the steps again to turn off the lock.

It was broken since last update. Soon I'll release version 2.0.1 which will contain fixes for all found bugs.

Planned release date is 1 october. If Apple help us with expedited review - it will be released one week before at 23-26 september.

I'm doing my best to release it ASAP.

Hi, your bookmarks are syncing with iCloud or with iTunes backup.

Now you can also export them in KML format for further use - please check out the new version 2.1.

Read more about new version: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

Hi, please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps. Now it possible to assign categories to your bookmarks.
Read more: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

That's right. OpenstreetMap servers is overloaded. So they blocked tile downloading software. You could use Google Maps source for that.
Or you could use any another source following guide from Mobile Atlas Creator wiki http://sourceforge.net/apps/mediawiki/mobac/index.php?title=MapEvaluator

Please check the new version 2.1.2 of Galileo Offline Maps - now it's possible to Show All/Hide All bookmarks and tracks in collection at once. Just tap the row with number of bookmarks\collections on Collection details screen and desired options will appear.
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Thank you for your suggestion on how to make the usage of Galileo Offline Maps app more easily and conveniently!

Hi, please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps app. Now it possible to import KML files with directions made in Google Maps or Google Earth into the app from email, web link or your dropbox.

Read more about new version: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps app. Now it possible to store your map data (both bookmarks and recorded tracks) in collections, add descriptions and export the entire collection with all its data at once to KML file. It only takes a second to find the record you need and get moving now.

Atlases folder contained in the same folder as MobileAtlasCreator.app application bundle.

It is bug of Mobile Atlas Creator. I hope it will be fixed by MAC developers in latest release. Another way i'll fix it myself. :)

Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps app. "GPS Filtering" settings are available now due to your request:
* Accuracy Threshold
* Distance Threshold

Please read more: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

sorry, it's unclear for a first time. There is restore purchases button in Features view (top right corner, looks like refresh button). Press this button on your second device and your purchases will be restored.
Anyway if you press buy button on another device you won't be charged second time.
It's important to use the same AppleID on all your devices.

Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps. Now you can assign POI’s categories to bookmarks. Twelve predefined categories are now available within the app: Residence, Food & Drink, Car Services, Health, Shop, Bank, Entertainment, Culture, Education, Police, Sport and Other.

Read more about new version here: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

Don't worry about that. You won't be charged second time if you'll use same AppleID for second purchase.

Hi, thanks for your report! We will include this fix in the nearest version of application that will come in April. Thanks for your patience!

Go to the iPhone system Settings app, tap on General, then tap on Restrictions. Make sure the "In-App Purchases" option is set to ON. Once you've set that correctly you should be able to see in-app purchases.

In case, you want to restore your purchases you could use restore purchases button in Features view. It looks like Refresh button and located in top right corner.

Tell me if it won't work for you.

Hi, please check out the new version 2.1 - it allows to import KML files into the app from web link, email attachments, and from Dropbox.
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How to import KML file from the email message containing the attachment:
* tap and hold the attached file's name until a menu comes up.
* choose Open in Galileo.

(Exporting GPS tracks to KML, GPX, CSV formats is available since 2.0 version).

We can't add Google sources, because Google deny usage of their map images from third-party components (like Galileo).
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Read also our blog post about custom map sources for offline maps: http://galileo-app.com/blog/custom-map-sources.html

Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps. Now it possible to organize/sort your map data with collections (like folders on computer).

read more about new version: http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

http://pastebin.com/M9QJUASh there is protocol buffer description

tracks.pb - is message TrackList
#.route.pb - is message Track

I checked this bug as you describe, but it works for me. Seems it's something unique in your offline map file. Could you send me this file to info@galileo-app.com? Feel free to use file hosting service or any appropriate way.

If you lose your in app purchases because Galileo Offline Maps was reinstalled, you may be able to restore it for free. To activate them again, select "Buy" option within the installed app and use the same iTunes Store account name as for the original in app purchase.
So you don't have to pay for the extra features again (e.g. "Import map from PC")

There is description field in bookmark details. Is it too short for your notes?

Check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps app. Now it possible to display location coordinates on map in selected format.

Please check the new version 2.1.2 - it might be fixed now.

Hi, thanks for your idea and there is one suggestion for it: in "Mobile Atlas Creator" program you can add more than one selection while creating the offline map.
For example: select your first city area on map and click "Add Selection",
after that select your second city (or any other area) and press "Add Selection" again.
As result offline map will be created containing both selections. So you don't have to switch between offline maps.

Hi, thank you for suggestion! It has been already done in new v. 2.1 that comes out in a few weeks. Keep tuned!

Please read more about how to create offline maps from custom map sources at: http://galileo-app.com/blog/custom-map-sources.html

Hi, thank you for using the Galileo Offline Maps!
Yes, there have been a few changes in the user interface since the version 2.1.
First tap on the left down "Locate Me" button - initiates the tracking mode, next tap on this button switches to the 'compass' mode.
To turn off the tracking or compass mode - simply touch and move the map.

Hi Piet and thanks for your question!

Yes it's possible to prepare offline maps from custom map sources using the latest version 1.9.4 of Mobile Atlas Creator.
Please read how-to do it in our blog post: http://galileo-app.com/blog/custom-map-sources.html

And there is an example of xml file for Geofabrik map source for you below:
http://pastebin.com/pBWvnim2

Hope it helps!

It's confirmed by our users that Galileo works with GNS 5870 and probably another external GPS receivers.

I'm working on stability fixes. Last one was introduced in v2.0.2. Hope it will work much more stable, than previous one. And i'm really sorry to hear about that.

Fix released with v2.0.2 today

our map format is identical to RMaps sqlite, and BigPlatet sqlite map formats. so any of these maps will work in Galileo.

File extension should be "sqlitedb".

please, send me crash reports. I'll fix this problem as soon as i can. Details in email.

на нашем сайте есть инструкция по импорту карт с ПК, к сожалению она только на английском. (http://galileo-app.com/blog/import-offline-maps-guide.html) Если создать офлайн карты с английской инструкцией не получается напишите тут на каком шаге возникли проблемы, я постараюсь помочь.

Hi,
we have tested - Galileo Offline Maps works well with XGPS150 external receiver (http://xgps150.dualav.com/).

Just tap on the map pin again. It will disappear. If it doesn't - please send exported bookmark + screenshot to info@galileo-app.com. I'll check what wrong with it.

It's reported the app works well using Dual XGPS150 with iPod Touch.

Sure as long as you use single AppleID on both devices. Check answers there about how to restore purchases on your another device.

Hi, thanks for your questions!
1. In general Galileo app supports the work with external GPS receivers, but we didn't test each of them. And roqyBT is reported to work with app.
Have you already tried it?
2. Check out new version 2.1+ of Galileo Offline Maps app. Now it possible to import KML files into the app. Read more:
http://galileo-app.com/blog/import-kml-files.html

Hi, it's the “GPS Track Recording” feature (works in case you have activated this advanced feature, i.e. in-app purchase) that allows to visualize and record your movements on map. Even in background mode if supported by firmware and while screen is locked.

Just tap on red-circle icon once to start recording and tap again to stop recording.

The following detailed statistics are available for a recorded track:
* duration - total trip elapsed time
* distance - total distance
* avg. speed - average speed while recording the track
*max. speed - maximum speed on tracks
You can save your recorded GPS tracks to KML, GPX, CSV common formats and share them with someone via email.

Thanks for bug reporting! This problem is already fixed in version 2.1 - please update the app from the AppStore.

In-App Purchases in Galileo Offline Maps are items that only require you to purchase them once, and can be transferred to multiple devices authorized with the same iTunes Store account.  So it's no way to restore "All-in-One Pack" on another device with another Apple ID for free.

OpenStreetMap is a free editable map of the whole world. It is made by people like you.
It allows you to view, edit and use geographical data in a collaborative way from anywhere on Earth.
So you can report any discovered error yourself at http://openstreetbugs.schokokeks.org

Just leave a short message on the map if something is missing or obviously wrong, like "oneway in wrong direction" or "bridge or level_crossing?".

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Read also our blog post about what to do when you find some errors on the maps based on OpenStreetMap data:
http://galileo-app.com/blog/osm-data-errors.html

Thank you so much for your kind words for Galileo Offline Maps iOS app! We do appreciate and extremely happy with the fact you're enjoying it.
Please don't worry - there is no limit for number of bookmarks in app and now you can backup them to iTunes or iCloud.
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Please check out the new version 2.1 of Galileo Offline Maps. Now it possible to import KML files with both bookmarks and tracks (made in Google Maps or Google Earth, or any other tool) into the app.
Read more - http://galileo-app.com/blog/v2.1-release-notes.html

Thank you for using Galileo Offline Maps map app and for your kind words! Good luck and keep in touch!

Hi, please follow this detailed guide http://galileo-app.com/blog/import-offline-maps-guide.html to create offline map and import it to the app.

If you lose your in-app purchases because Galileo Offline Maps was reinstalled (or you want to transfer it to another your IOS device), you may be able to restore it for free.
To activate them again, simply select "restore" option at the top right corner on More Features screen within the installed app and use the same Apple ID account name as for the original in-app purchase.

If you lose your in-app purchases because Galileo Offline Maps was reinstalled, you may be able to restore it for free. it is also possible to spread your in-app purchases made within the Galileo Offline Maps on all your iOS devices for free - just tap on the "restore" button at the top right corner on More Features screen and login with the same Apple ID as for original purchase.
Good luck and enjoy using the app!

Surely, we understand that active downloading of map tiles overloads OSM servers. That's why we don't allow our users to download a huge map areas directly from the app and provide with the several alternative online map sources such as: CloudMade maps, MapQuest, OpenStreetMap, OpenCycleMap and OpenStreetBrowser.
Moreover, we recommend our users to exchange the prepared offline maps between each other in order to reduce the loading.
In future we plan to come out with the vector rendering within the app.

Hi, please update to version 2.1 without fear of losing your cached maps.

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But if you running iOS 4.3.x, please stay away from the new version and wait for a further release to avoid crashes that can take place on older firmware. If you don’t like wait, then go ahead and update your iOS device to the latest firmware.

Sorry for the inconvenience! Please check out the version 2.1.1 in the AppStore - this issue is fixed now.

Galileo Offline Maps supports files in .sqlitedb format (the same as for RMaps).
Read more how to create offline maps using MOBAC here: http://galileo-app.com/blog/import-offline-maps-guide.html

But there are a lot of other tools, that allows you to convert map files to this format too. E.g. MAPC2MAPC program for Windows - http://www.the-thorns.org.uk/mapping/

Hi, thanks for choosing Galileo Offline Maps app and we hope you'll enjoy the new version!

Please update to version 2.1 without fear of losing your cached maps.

Resolution: unexpected symbol in collection's name crashes the app while exporting that collection.

Thank you for reporting this issue. We greatly appreciate your input and we work to resolve it.
Please specify what iDevice do you use and what firmware is running on it?