Originally Posted by Rob 99 (Post 1587591446)

This thread reminds me of the ones about the C6 nav deficiencies & issues , also the necessity for a seminar on how to use the C7 Nav system speaks volumes, i have two Garmins, a Nuvi and a Kenwood HU with garmin nav, both are self explanatory and set up and running within a few minutes very user friendly.
If there are to many layers of procedure on something that may not be used on a daily basis that then becomes the user hurdle,
for somthing like Nav systems better to keep it simple as possible.
Chevrolet you'v done it again :eek:
JMO on the subject.

Originally Posted by talon90 (Post 1587591641)

A heavily featured OEM unit is always going to bring with it challenges. Kind of a dammed if you do, dammed if you don't for the automaker in that if they just shoved a Garmin portable in to a cubby in the dash of the car, some will complain that a XXX thousand dollar car should get a better navigation system.

Originally Posted by talon90 (Post 1587591426)

I think all that we have going on is a misunderstanding over terms, a matter of semantics if you will.

There are two different systems in play here. First is the Chevrolet MyLink Infotainment system. This is where you use Pandora, this is where you would install apps and play audio. Second is the MyLink Navigation app. You keep saying that OnStar is required to make full use of the navigation system. Navigation is a separate system installed in the MyLink infotainment system. OnStar is no more required to use MyLink navigation than Pandora. Much like Navigation is not required to use MyLink Infotainment services.

Regarding the MyLink app shop, at this point I'm not even certain that there is going to be an app shop for the MyLink. I'm more inclined to believe that access to additional features will come in the form apps for the smartphone and access granted via the MyLink software.

The data plan will come from AT&T for the 2015 and will use OnStar's connection to the outside. Even the OnStar rep that you spoke with told you that OnStar services (paid subscription/account) will not be required to use the 4G LTE WiFi Hotspot. It sounds as if it will be managed by OnStar but services will be provided by AT&T. Signing up for this will be separate from OnStar and by virtue of having the Data plan, you still would have OnStar, nor will it be required.

You keep mentioning the BringGo app. BringGo is simply another GPS program in the form of an App installed on your device. It is designed for low cost vehicles without navigation systems and users with smartphones and it allows the integration and display of the BringGo navigation app on to the display in the car. It is a self contained GPS application. It doesn't allow for bridging other services you have on your phone to the car and it doesn't get you access to other map applications that you may have on your phone and it doesn't make use of other apps you may have on your phone. It would be like purchasing Navigon or the TomTom GPS app but this one connects with certain car Infotainment systems.

This is why I keep stating that OnStar has nothing to do with the MyLink navigation app. OnStar turn by turn is not part of the navigation software. It is a service provided by OnStar as part of a subscription plan. You don't need navigation to use OnStar turn by turn and you don't need OnStar to use MyLink navigation. I will agree that with OnStar there is an additional feature of being able to import routes to the in-dash MyLink navigation system but it isn't required.

Originally Posted by GRG (Post 1587595501)

The Nav in my C7 works great, no grips. Go figure.
It always takes me on the route where the most good looking women are.
Have you hugged your Nav today.

Originally Posted by CaryKen (Post 1587596131)

Paul, is there a preferred avenue for submitting suggestions or commentary about specific functionality issues that are intended to be helpful, documented feedback rather than general griping about "POS" or "Not worth the option price?"

There are some user interface design choices that seem like they could be enhanced in very particular, localized ways to make both Navigation and Infotainment more usable. I don't know if the same team is responsible for both, and I don't feel like posting on this public forum just to stir the pot. If there is a way to contribute constructively, I would be happy to submit feedback.

Thanks!
--Ken

Originally Posted by FEEDMESLURPIES (Post 1587598275)

Does everyone else's damned "infotainment" unit also take nearly 2 seconds to decide to switch to the next song when you're playing music on your phone and hooked up VIA A USB CABLE?

It's just absurdly slow to do everything. There's no reason in 2014 that everything it does should be so incredibly sluggish.

Originally Posted by talon90 (Post 1587598321)

Actually, no. Song switches via iPhone Bluetooth or cable (iPod out) and via SD Card happen pretty quickly on my system. Have you had the car long? Do you add new music frequently? The car does take a longer when it is indexing the music source but that should only occur on the first connection or after music has been added to the source.

Originally Posted by talon90 (Post 1587591641)

Rob, your points about ease of use are legitimate. Remember too though that everyone learns differently and people gravitate away from change. It is light years ahead of the C6 system and no where near as difficult to use. A heavily featured OEM unit is always going to bring with it challenges. Kind of a dammed if you do, dammed if you don't for the automaker in that if they just shoved a Garmin portable in to a cubby in the dash of the car, some will complain that a XXX thousand dollar car should get a better navigation system. Then there are those that simply refuse to use the manual, information and resources that are available to them defaulting to the fact that "Their Garmin does it this way, OEM unit stinks, etc."

Somewhere in the middle are the subset of owners that welcome the changes, welcome the challenges and invest in learning the nuances of the new technology.

I tend to look at it this way. Pretty much every member knows how to drive, not every member knows how to performance drive. There are schools for specific to that in getting the most out of the performance of their vehicle. Not everyone wants it, not everyone needs it, some desperately need it but don't acknowledge it and just don't understand what all the fuss is about. With vehicles there are owners manuals that some read, most don't and many are happy with what they know about the vehicle and never get past the basics. When they try and if they can't, there are supplemental information sources such as forums.

I'm all about making the most out of the technology. For many, they don't need the additional information. Some do. I enjoy helping owners with the systems. I've spoken directly with hundreds of them and provided information to thousands between the C6 and now C7 seminars, downloads, videos and tutorials. Where I get frustrated is with people that just don't have a full handle on the system but are ready to complain about it or talk about all the things that it can't do. Just because I don't know how to do something, doesn't mean it can't be done and as such, I'd rather investigate and learn about it then simply complain about it until I get the facts. It just leads to frustration and misinformation for people that are among those that are trying to learn. That's just me.

Originally Posted by FEEDMESLURPIES (Post 1587598603)

I've had the car roughly a month. I haven't used the SD card at all, I only use music stored on my iPhone 5 and plugged in via USB.

EVERYTHING feels slow on this thing. As simple as turning the knob and watching it cycle through the 8 main icons isn't even as smooth and crisp as it should be, let alone loading. It's not forever, but even a second feels like forever to an IT guy who knows how things SHOULD perform when done right.

I think I'll compare to other local C7s and see if what I have is par for the course or in need of some maintenance. I doubt that anyone else's is much better, though.

Originally Posted by Rob 99 (Post 1587599750)

Paul, points well taken, my fustration is that other auto manufacturers have nav systems (like my 2013 Honda Accord) and it's a easy user friendly sytem, i just want the Vette to be the best it can be, and kudos to you for doing the seminar my earlier post was in no way criticizing you. :thumbs:

Originally Posted by SASprof (Post 1587600398)

Channeling Paul ... Better to light a candle than to curse the darkness.

Originally Posted by talon90 (Post 1587598129)

For starters, I'm happy to help with any questions you might have if something is a matter of clarification or methodology.

Originally Posted by bothred (Post 1587603408)

Is the C7 nav still DVD based?