The data and the mapping application are really two diffrent products. The real freedom of choice comes from having a mapping application that can use data from any provider, wether its commercial or open source.
I think eventually, OSM will be the way to go, but until then its not usable by everybody. A huge benefit is the ability to update routes/maps quickly. In Minneapolis, my Garmin device keeps routing me over the 35w bridge that collapsed last fall. But since they release map updates about once a year, The new bridge will be in place by the time they change that route. With OSM data, that route could be quickly updated. _______________________________________________ Openmoko community mailing list [email protected] http://lists.openmoko.org/mailman/listinfo/community
