Hi there, Does anyone know of cases where device distributor(s) or mobile operator(s) would have collaborated/interacted with OSM in a way or another? I'm especially interested to know of any cases that would have pre-installed OSM using app(s) on Android devices but I'm keen to learn/hear of any collaboration/partnerships including any possible activities in partnering with these players to encourage the public (ie the device users in this case) to improve the map.
Reason for asking: there's a device distributor who is bringing Android devices to market in collaboration with a large operator in a country where OSM maps are the only good maps. This distributor had barely heard of OSM before but upon presenting the map+data and various aspects of the project is thrilled to get both OSM maps app as well as a map that would bring together local information around the user/device. So, any experience, thoughts, ideas, etc on how this could/should/shouldn't be handled are most welcome. As per apps that I think could be good choices: all suggestions on this, too, are most welcome. - Mapquest has a pretty nice/solid "general use" app. - Maverick is my own favorite. Even though it doesn't interact with OSM. - OsmAnd is an obvious choice fore at least shoerlisting. What other apps would you suggest to be considered (for pre-installation)? These would need to be more or less "general use" maps -- but I think some Mapdust/OpenMapBugs app wouldn't be a bad addition on the list? Thoughts? -Jaakko Sent from my BlackBerry® device from Digicel -- Mobile: +509-37-26 91 54, Skype/GoogleTalk: jhelleranta _______________________________________________ talk mailing list talk@openstreetmap.org http://lists.openstreetmap.org/listinfo/talk
