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Old 10-09-2019, 02:50 PM
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The problem that I see is that the GPS map program can not be updated. In a couple of years, you have a problem.
Old 10-09-2019, 02:54 PM
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Pp000830,
My iPhone has a GPS receiver that is always on. The cell service provides the map interface. You can preload maps via Google or “Here WE GO” and get turn by turn audio with up to date maps even without cell service. It’s a miracle.

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Old 10-09-2019, 04:10 PM
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Originally Posted by gregorytate
The problem that I see is that the GPS map program can not be updated. In a couple of years, you have a problem.
You can update the maps in the Porsche classic radio via a microSD card. Whether you would bother or not is debatable... I will not because I really don't use the navigation function on mine. I bought it for the other features which it does quite well.
Old 10-09-2019, 05:39 PM
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Good to know. Thanks. I called to ask about this and was told they could not be updated.
Old 10-09-2019, 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by gregorytate
The problem that I see is that the GPS map program can not be updated. In a couple of years, you have a problem.
Porsche makes upgraded GPS map memory chips from time to time! I bought a new updated chip last year
Old 10-09-2019, 06:45 PM
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So does anybody know if a new unit is coming out?
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Old 10-09-2019, 11:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Gbos1
So does anybody know if a new unit is coming out?
Some guys were posting in the 993 rennlisters group on FB that an updated model was coming in feb 2020.
Old 10-09-2019, 11:59 PM
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Originally Posted by Brig993
Some guys were posting in the 993 rennlisters group on FB that an updated model was coming in feb 2020.
interesting. I heard they were releasing something for the 996 but didn’t know about a new classic unit. Anyone have more info?
Old 10-10-2019, 08:15 AM
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Originally Posted by GBX
interesting. I heard they were releasing something for the 996 but didn’t know about a new classic unit. Anyone have more info?

Yes, That’s what they were saying I also noticed that it was discontinued a few places so I went with the continental. 996 is interesting for me too...I have a 996 turbo and the radio is awful plus it has some fiber optic system that can’t be easily upgraded hopefully that is true also.
Old 10-30-2019, 09:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Brig993
Yes, That’s what they were saying I also noticed that it was discontinued a few places so I went with the continental. 996 is interesting for me too...I have a 996 turbo and the radio is awful plus it has some fiber optic system that can’t be easily upgraded hopefully that is true also.
How well does the telephone work with the Continental?
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My mechanic claims they are updating it will be out in January 2020.
Old 10-30-2019, 11:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Suitcase
How well does the telephone work with the Continental?
I used the internal mic; no problem with it. You can also wire up an external mic that is included.
Old 10-31-2019, 06:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Brig993
I used the internal mic; no problem with it. You can also wire up an external mic that is included.
Thank you.
Old 10-31-2019, 03:50 PM
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Originally Posted by Brig993
I used the internal mic; no problem with it. You can also wire up an external mic that is included.
Second that. I use internal mic with Continental and iphone X, no complaints when I talk to people while driving.

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Old 10-31-2019, 08:32 PM
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Hmmm, I have a new unit in the box. Wondering if I should sell now...but what if Porsche doesn't release a new unit in a timely manner...?


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