"1 idea for someone - does it have merit?" Sat Sep-09-06 11:13 AM by atya
Hi All, I've had an idea I don't have the time or inclination to pursue but it may have merit and it may be worthwhile for someone else: Text or phone for directions. If anyone else is like me and they don't have a GPS 'whatever' then they constantly look at maps while trying to drive. When I'm lost why can't I phone someone or text someone who will advise me where I am and where I need to go to get to my destination. (The answer could be via text or to me on the phone in person while I'm being charged a set service fee then by the minute.) What d'ya think folks?
#1. "RE: 1 idea for someone - does it have merit?" In response to Reply # 0
Hmm. Interesting. I'm technically challenged so don't know if it's already being done (aside from gps systems). I know I once worked at a job where the drivers (cable installers) constantly called me at the office for directions. They had maps (usually) but sometimes just couldn't find the address. So I'd do a quick mapquest and get them to their destination. They weren't equipped with gps yet.
A little more research should tell you (or anyone else) if it's a viable idea.
#2. "RE: 1 idea for someone - does it have merit?" In response to Reply # 0
>Hi All, >I've had an idea I don't have the time or inclination to >pursue but it may have merit and it may be worthwhile for >someone else: >Text or phone for directions. If anyone else is like me and >they don't have a GPS 'whatever' then they constantly look at >maps while trying to drive. When I'm lost why can't I phone >someone or text someone who will advise me where I am and >where I need to go to get to my destination. (The answer could >be via text or to me on the phone in person while I'm being >charged a set service fee then by the minute.) >What d'ya think folks?
I really like the idea, and it works! On Star already has this, but they have no monopoly on it. You could definitely create your own and market it.