There’s no arguing that OSM is all the
rage… we’re now seeing OSM as a basemap layer in many web apps and
services and the momentum is getting stronger it seems. With the
increased attention on OSM there’s also a great opportunity for the
community to contribute to the map and take part in building it and
making the data even better. A number of solution providers have made
data collection apps and tools for mobile users, in particular, a
number of app for iOS are available. the following are a few apps to
consider to help you get mapping:
Pushpin OSM by Spatial Networks – This one from the makers of Fulcrum, Pushpin enables OSM mappers to
easily make edits to the basemap and also add POI locations with
relative ease. This app was released in Oct, 2012
iLOE OSM Editor – perhaps one of the most popular tools, the iLOE Editor is a favorite
of many week-end mappers. The app was developed for iPhon users so
they can make edits to the basemap and manipulate nodes and update the
OSM database… experience with OSM is suggested so this may not be the
best choice for newbies.
POI+ for OSM – This is a simple, yet effective POI editor enabling the user to
quickly and easily add points to the basemap and categorize them in a
logical manner.
OpenMaps Pro ($2.99) Browse the maps of OpenStreetMap, download them for offline
use, edit the maps (tag editing and node creation), find out where you
are, search for addresses, get directions and scan the map for tweets
with OpenMaps for iPhone, iPad an iPod touch.
There’s a number of options available for users interested in contributing to OSM and helping to make it better. See also this Wiki for more tips and tricks and be sure to also consult this OSM help resource. For those interested in making OSM edits from the desktop be sure to check out JOSM tool, and see also the OSM editor from esri for ArcGIS
Do you have a favorite OSM editor, tool, or app to share? Send a tip to @gisuser or info at gisuser dot com
There’s no arguing that OSM is all the
rage… we’re now seeing OSM as a basemap layer in many web apps and
services and the momentum is getting stronger it seems. With the
increased attention on OSM there’s also a great opportunity for the
community to contribute to the map and take part in building it and
making the data even better. A number of solution providers have made
data collection apps and tools for mobile users, in particular, a
number of app for iOS are available. the following are a few apps to
consider to help you get mapping:
Pushpin OSM by Spatial Networks – This one from the makers of Fulcrum, Pushpin enables OSM mappers to
easily make edits to the basemap and also add POI locations with
relative ease. This app was released in Oct, 2012
iLOE OSM Editor – perhaps one of the most popular tools, the iLOE Editor is a favorite
of many week-end mappers. The app was developed for iPhon users so
they can make edits to the basemap and manipulate nodes and update the
OSM database… experience with OSM is suggested so this may not be the
best choice for newbies.
POI+ for OSM – This is a simple, yet effective POI editor enabling the user to
quickly and easily add points to the basemap and categorize them in a
logical manner.
OpenMaps Pro ($2.99) Browse the maps of OpenStreetMap, download them for offline
use, edit the maps (tag editing and node creation), find out where you
are, search for addresses, get directions and scan the map for tweets
with OpenMaps for iPhone, iPad an iPod touch.
There’s a number of options available for users interested in contributing to OSM and helping to make it better. See also this Wiki for more tips and tricks and be sure to also consult this OSM help resource. For those interested in making OSM edits from the desktop be sure to check out JOSM tool, and see also the OSM editor from esri for ArcGIS
Do you have a favorite OSM editor, tool, or app to share? Send a tip to @gisuser or info at gisuser dot com
Using QR Codes to Deliver Maps Electronically - cartographers
are tapping into technology in the form of Quick Response Codes (QR
codes) to help promote, sell and deliver maps electronically. Ted
Florence discusses QR codes, what they are and how they are useful for
maps and map producers.
10 Resources To Help You Get Started Programming with Python-
There's no question that if you want a head start in your career as a
GIS Analyst, programmer, or other technology professional that Python
programming is a must. Just look around on twitter, follow some geo
hacks on Google +, check out the developer resources, and attend a
GeoGeek meetup of WhereCamp and you'll hear about python.
58% Use Location-based Apps Despite Privacy Concerns- A telephone poll of 1,000 Americans shows that many people are concerned
about geolocation, which uses data from a computer or mobile device to
identify a physical location
The Really Big List of Mapping, Geo location Mobile developer resources, APIs and Tools - The Mobile Ecosystem... no question that mobile is huge and
the opportunity for developers, in particular, geo developers! There's
loads of developer resources on the web so to help the developer,
here's a listing of just some of the fine dev resources, blogs,
toolsets and more to consider when developing or porting your app to a
smartphone or Tablet.
Mobile Technology Feature - Top 10 Business Apps for Android - Android has become one of the most popular mobile operating systems
in the world due to advanced software, competitive manufacturers, and an
app market that is filled with exciting and useful applications. Read
on for this fine Top 10 List compiled by tech writer, Blake Sanders
ArcGIS.com Mashup Tutorial with Flickr and Foursquare data-
Here's a simple "how to" tutorial on working with the free ArcGIS.com
to easily import KML or RSS data from Flickr and foursquare into ArcGIS
to create your own custom map mashup.
Most Users of Free Photo Apps Say Adding Cool Effects is Most Useful - Adding cool effects
to photos was rated as the most useful thing by more than halfof
consumers surveyed using free online photography services, according to
CatchFree a free
online service that helps people find the best free mobile and web applications
to perform useful tasks.
Flickr GPS Photo Tag Tip - Here's a tip for Flickr users who want to share their GPS information
with their photos. note, in order to do this you'll need to be
capturing photos using a GPS-enabled or GPS-aware camera (see you're
smartphone hardware settings to ensure that GPS or location sharing is
turned "ON)".
Featured Events
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the mobile and location industry. Continuing on from the massive success
of last year’s events in Silicon Valley and Amsterdam, join the biggest
and best companies in the community at the most influential LBS focused
summit in the world. San Jose CA
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technology solution providers with global business leaders to
accelerate ideas and market opportunities.
The Underground Guide To The iPhone:
The iPhone is – if I may say so – one of the greatest mobile
revolutions of the past decade. More and more, mobile phones seem to
materialize out of our wildest dreams. Because of the tight integration
of third-party applications, you can do nearly everything with your
device — be it gaming, working, fooling around, and of course phoning.
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