Kia Stinger Navigation Map Update

[Kamauxx]

I just used Waze for the 1st time a few weeks ago. I really like it. My longest road-trip to-date with my Stinger: Grand Rapids>Madison>Minneapolis>N. Wisco>UP>G. Rapids. During the trip, swapped/tried nav systems between Kia’s, Google, Apple/Siri and Waze. I loaded Waze to my iPhone while in the car on the 1st leg of the trip and brought it up on CarPlay. I was shocked at the number of users showing up. I REALLY liked the symbols for upcoming patrol cars, and the construction info was very accurate. We didn’t test the map currency much ‘cause we were mostly on Interstates, but everything experienced was up to date. Yes, it sucks that Kia wants to ding us for nav map updates.

I haven't tried Waze. I religiously use Google's maps on Android Auto. I figured since they own Waze there wouldn't be much of a difference. I had no idea Waze users could alert you to nearby police, though. That might be enough for me to try it out.

 

[Doel]

Sounds "tempting". But I am nearing the first year (Nov 30th) of my cell phone use. I was only convinced to carry one because I carry. Then less than half a year later I got the Stinger, and my Bluetooth capable ZTE flip phone paired with my Stinger perfectly. I don't need any stinkin' "smartphone". NAV is a luxury. Without it, I'd simply go back to plotting my trip the night before with Google Maps, and following my own directions (with the satellite view in my head). NAV works well enough for a first experience with onboard navigation tech.

In the not too distant future, all of this variance will be moot: all onboard systems will be hooked into a virtual, 3D view of reality anyway: actually showing the immediate future as you approach your next turn off or direction change: with real-time video of the actual place, not some computer graphics model. Everything we are using today will look as quaint as 19th century illustrations by comparison.

That works fine until you hit a road closure or ridiculous traffic and need to reroute. Waze has easily saved me hundreds of hours of drive time.

 

[Doel]

I haven't tried Waze. I religiously use Google's maps on Android Auto. I figured since they own Waze there wouldn't be much of a difference. I had no idea Waze users could alert you to nearby police, though. That might be enough for me to try it out.

It works great for cops on main arteries, side roads not so much.

 

[Kamauxx]

It works great for cops on main arteries, side roads not so much.

I just downloaded it. I'm just messing around with it in the house. A like how customizable it is, but is there an option to download maps so that it doesn't use data, like Google allows?

Side note: Waze maps are hideous!

 

[Doel]

I just downloaded it. I'm just messing around with it in the house. A like how customizable it is, but is there an option to download maps so that it doesn't use data, like Google allows?

Side note: Waze maps are hideous!

I don't think so, the best you can do is input your address when you have wifi, turn off your data and then leave. Waze will work without data once the map is loaded, it just won't update traffic etc.

 

[washguy]

talked with Mike from premium service ...new sd card on the way...yippee.....I see where it sez sd and I see where the sd card was in a plastic box attached to a manual....but how do you get the sd card out or new one in?....lol doesn't seem to be anything there as for a slot?.....Wash

 

[Kamauxx]

talked with Mike from premium service ...new sd card on the way...yippee.....I see where it sez sd and I see where the sd card was in a plastic box attached to a manual....but how do you get the sd card out or new one in?....lol doesn't seem to be anything there as for a slot?.....Wash

There's a cover on it. It's right above the hazzards button.

 

[washguy]

There's a cover on it. It's right above the hazzards button.

Thank You Kamauxx saw where it said sd card but how do I get into it? pull off? slide? flip it up? help...lol Wash

 

[Kamauxx]

It flips open on a hinge. The hinge is on the left. Flip it open from the right.

 

[robz32]

once you open the cover, you just need to push the card and it will pop out.

 

[washguy]

Thank you both ! so is this the reason my android auto on the nav is greyed out? because of old firmware? THANKS ! Wash

 

[Kamauxx]

Thank you both ! so is this the reason my android auto on the nav is greyed out? because of old firmware? THANKS ! Wash

Your phone plugged into the left USB drive when you try to use it?

 

[washguy]

Yeppers im in correct usb port and have used different usb cables...lemme go back out and check it out again Thanks Wash

Every things good! cocked locked and ready to rock ! just needed a lil Barney style right?

 

[StingerNYC]

I found out today you do not need to buy or get the update from the kia-gpsmap.us as long as you know someone who has the files. You can copy the files to your own sdcard and complete the update. It will go through all the steps but when install is complete and it restarts it will tell you navigation failed to authenticate. Put your original sdcard back in and you now have the update but old map data. I now have bluetooth text messaging.

Is there anywhere I can upload the install files and share so others can use this method?

 

[Bigjohnb20]

Just compared my Info screen and I'm matching what jdogonroad is showing which sounds like v11...car is a gt1 build date 4/18. Just bought it 2 weeks ago. So I am several versions behind??

 

[washguy]

Just compared my Info screen and I'm matching what jdogonroad is showing which sounds like v11...car is a gt1 build date 4/18. Just bought it 2 weeks ago. So I am several versions behind??

Premium Team": 855-542-7733

Yeppers you are... ^^^^^^^^see the phone number for premium service....they will send you the 12.5 update shouldn't be a problem Wash

 

[Madman]

Can someone in Oz please post an image of the "new" bluetooth messaging screen from their GT? My partners new Sportage has it - I supposedly got the "upgrade" on Friday but it's done bugger all.....just want to check before I vent.

Oh, for anyone interested, @ the 10,000km service (actually closer to 15k) steering wheel was replaced because the leather was cracking, discs were machined because of "excessive warping" - all under warranty.

 

[SteveCo]

I found out today you do not need to buy or get the update from the kia-gpsmap.us as long as you know someone who has the files. You can copy the files to your own sdcard and complete the update. It will go through all the steps but when install is complete and it restarts it will tell you navigation failed to authenticate. Put your original sdcard back in and you now have the update but old map data. I now have bluetooth text messaging.

Is there anywhere I can upload the install files and share so others can use this method?

That is fantastic news to hear! I expected they had VIN locked the licensing for everything in the update, but from what you have discovered that is not the case. This is great, as the update files retains the paid content locking mechanism intact, so sharing the larger update in no way violates the licensing agreement they have in place with MNSoft. Those wishing to upgrade navigation will still have to purchase their updates.

I've created a publicly shared folder that you can use, which I've sent you in a PM/conversation. If you could upload the 12.5 update to it that would be greatly appreciated! Please advise when you've finished the upload, and I'll change the permissions to view/download only and publish the link here.

 

[StingerNYC]

That is fantastic news to hear! I expected they had VIN locked the licensing for everything in the update, but from what you have discovered that is not the case. This is great, as the update files retains the paid content locking mechanism intact, so sharing the larger update in no way violates the licensing agreement they have in place with MNSoft. Those wishing to upgrade navigation will still have to purchase their updates.

I've created a publicly shared folder that you can use, which I've sent you in a PM/conversation. If you could upload the 12.5 update to it that would be greatly appreciated! Please advise when you've finished the upload, and I'll change the permissions to view/download only and publish the link here.

I will see about uploading by Tuesday. I am currently out of town for a few days.

 

[Kazz]

Called the concierge to report that every once in a while I get almost no volume from any sound input - radio, USB, bluetooth. I'd hoped to get a free update, of course. They say I need a head unit replacement.

Not thrilled. Not in a hurry. Good news is he said it should come with the latest software.