Garmin GPS & TomTom GPS Camera Locations

Garmin vs TomTom: which GPS database is better and more accurate?

Red Light Camera Mobile Apps Compared

Top Red Light Camera Mobile Apps & Reviews

There are several popular mobile apps available that provide information about red light cameras. However, please note that the availability and features of these apps may have changed since then, so it's a good idea to check the latest information and reviews on app stores before making a decision. Here are a few popular red light camera mobile apps at the time:

Waze: Waze is a widely used navigation app that also provides real-time traffic updates, including the location of red light cameras. It relies on user-generated data to alert drivers about red light cameras, speed cameras, and other potential hazards on the road. Waze is available for both iOS and Android.

TomTom Speed Cameras: TomTom is a well-known navigation company that offers a dedicated app called TomTom Speed Cameras. It provides alerts for various types of cameras, including red light cameras. The app includes features like speed limit warnings and traffic information as well. TomTom Speed Cameras is available for iOS and Android.

iRadar: iRadar is an app developed by Cobra Electronics, specializing in radar detection devices. The app provides information on red light cameras, speed cameras, and other potential traffic enforcement zones. iRadar also offers community-based features where users can report and verify camera locations. The app is available for iOS and Android.

RedZone Map: RedZone Map is an app that focuses on providing real-time information about various road hazards, including red light cameras. It uses a combination of user reports and data from other sources to alert drivers about potential camera locations. The app offers additional features such as crime data and road condition updates. RedZone Map is available for iOS and Android.

Escort Live Radar: Escort Live Radar is an app developed by Escort, a company known for its radar detection devices. The app provides alerts for red light cameras, speed cameras, and other enforcement areas. It also features community-based reporting where users can contribute and verify camera locations. Escort Live Radar is available for iOS and Android.

Please keep in mind that the accuracy and reliability of the camera data provided by these apps can vary, as they rely on user-generated content and other data sources. It's advisable to consult user reviews and check for recent updates to get the most up-to-date and accurate information before using any of these apps.

As a reminder, we don't have a mobile app.  However, you can the Photo Enforced website on your mobile phone app or iPad app without downloading it. 

Is TomTom Red Light Camera Database Accurate?

TomTom is another well-known provider of GPS navigation systems and services, including red light camera alerts. While I don't have access to real-time information or data about the accuracy of TomTom's red light camera database, it's worth noting that such databases can vary in accuracy.

Similar to Garmin or other GPS navigation providers, TomTom strives to maintain accurate and up-to-date information regarding red light cameras. However, the accuracy of their database may still depend on various factors, such as the frequency of updates, changes in traffic laws, and the installation or removal of red light cameras.

To ensure the most accurate and current information, it's generally recommended to regularly update your TomTom device's software and firmware. It's also important to stay aware of local traffic laws and regulations related to red light cameras and always exercise caution when approaching intersections, regardless of the information provided by a GPS device.

If you have specific concerns or questions about the accuracy of TomTom's red light camera database, it would be best to contact TomTom's customer support directly. They can provide you with more detailed information about their data sources, update procedures, and any other inquiries you may have.

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Is Garmin's Red Light Camera Database Accurate?

Garmin, as a well-known GPS navigation and technology company, provides various services and features, including red light camera alerts in some of their devices. However, the accuracy of their red light camera database can vary.

It's important to note that red light camera databases are constantly being updated due to changes in traffic laws, new camera installations, removals, and other factors. While Garmin strives to keep its databases accurate and up-to-date, it's possible that occasional inaccuracies or delays in updating the information can occur.

To ensure the most accurate and current information, it's recommended to regularly update your Garmin device's software and firmware. Additionally, it's always a good idea to stay aware of local traffic laws and regulations regarding red light cameras, as well as exercise caution, and observe traffic signals when approaching intersections.

We met with Garmin management and they seemed content with sourcing red light camera data from an unnamed company in Europe that provides no sources for its database.  As long as Garmin's executives seem satisfied with being behind the curve and not having a complete dataset that is what their customers will get.  Please retweet and post comment on this post if you would like to see our red light content added to the Garmin platform. I don't think management is going to change their data provider unless consumers protest.

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List of Red Light Camera Warning Devices

Red light cameras and speed cameras are always changing on a daily basis.  There are approximately 10,000 locations in the United States today.  Here are some of the warning devices sold at retail stores and online at Amazon.  As a disclaimer, none of these companies license our data so there is no guarantee that their devices will have accurate warning notifications.

Share and review these devices on our individual product pages for each company.  Shop for radar detectors on Amazon: 

Cobra Radar Detectors
Escort Radar Detectors
Garmin Navigation Devices
TomTom Navigation
GPS Angel Radar
Magellan Navigation

Please email us if we are missing any companies that should be on this list.  

RoadTraps Database is Missing Thousands of Red Light Camera Locations

Navigon Licenses Data from RoadTraps.com

RoadTraps.com is missing thousands of red light camera locations from its North American database.  Yet companies like Navigon, Garmin and TomTom still charge $4.99 USA Speedcams for the In-App Purchase in the iPhone store.   RoadTraps.com is clearly operated by a company in Europe and have poor information.  The United States does not have as many speed fixed traps like Europe.  Navigon charges $44.99 for the North American app and $34.99 for the USA and Canada versions.  I commend their claim that they are the #1 Database in the World.  

Apple May Buy TomTom TeleAtlas to Compete with Google Maps

Apple Needs TomTom's TeleAtlas Maps to Compete with Google Maps

The iPhone and iPad manufacturer Apple might buy the GPS navigation firm TomTom / TeleAtlas as it needs its mapping assets to compete with Google Maps. Analyst Ben Wood is out with some interesting predictions for 2011, including one that cash-rich Apple (AAPL) will by GPS firm TomTom. Wood, formerly at Gartner, is a top wireless industry analyst, and I’m not just saying that so he returns my calls. Better yet, you could expect a wave of useful location-based features to reach MobileMe, third-party apps, and, of course, Apple's iAds system. And, of course, such a purchase could assist Apple should it decide to take a stab at the auto-electronics market.

Still No TomTom Red Light Camera POI Database

Still No TomTom Red Light Camera US POI Database Available

Here is an email I received from TomTom today posing the following question:  Is there a US photo enforced locations database is available on your navigation devices?  The answer was NO.  Read below. 

"Thank you for taking the time to contact TomTom Customer Support. My name is Amanda and we are always happy to help. I understand that you would like to know if US photo enforced locations database is available for developers. We understand your concern, please be assured I will do my best to answer your query. I would like to inform you that, US photo enforced locations database is currently unavailable for US developers. I regret for the inconvenience caused. We value your suggestions for improvements to our products and services. Suggestions are gathered and organized to understand the areas our customers are most interested in enhancing. Our Product Managers review all feedback to determine future enhancements and products. Many of our current products and updates offer features based on customer suggestions. We certainly value our esteemed customers like you."

The fact that no US photo enforced database is available is amazing considering PhotoEnforced.com started to receive interest from TomTom back in 2005 about licensing our database.  TomTom is known for trying to do everything themselves and that results in the garbage in and garbage out.  The photo enforcement notification business is big for TomTom in Europe and probably multiple million-dollar businesses for them.  Why haven't they been able to get it going in the US with their mapping partner TeleAtlas?

Navigation + Cell Phone Terminal Mode

Here is some new technology that allows cellphones to be used as navigation devices in cars, putting more pressure on the makers of in-car satnav systems. German car industry group Consumer Electronics for Automotive (CE4A) unveiled a standard for the technology, which is being pushed by Nokia, the world's largest cellphone maker.

The personal navigation device (PND) industry, led by TomTom and Garmin, has been hit badly by competition from Google Maps navigation-enabled smartphones. When the new "terminal mode" standard is included in cars -- likely starting next year -- it enables consumers to plug wire to their smartphones in the car and without any additional setup issues to use the navigation or other features of their phones directly from a screen built into the car.

Consumer adoption will however take time, industry players and analysts say. "Immediate impact of this is limited, but if you get a credible, good enough experience from the phone navigation in the car -- it removes the need to have any PND," said Tim Shepherd, an analyst with research firm Canalys. Navteq, the world's largest digital mapping firm, said it was seeing interest in the new technology across the industry. "We have seen a lot of interest in terminal mode from system vendors and OEMs (original equipment manufacturers)," Navteq's Chief Executive Larry Kaplan told Reuters in a recent interview.