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All posts tagged "running"


Thursday, January 6, 2011

Running a Marathon on WP7

Posted by Don Tolson in "Windows Phone Software" @ 08:00 AM

Who says there aren't any useful navigation applications for WP7? A little while ago, I wrote up a review of a running/walking training assistant called Marathon, by JMD Software which I found very useful on my treks around the local parks with my wife. Well, it seems JMD have jumped on the Silverlight development bandwagon and produced a version for Windows Phone 7. It's available from the Windows Phone Marketplace for $1.09USD which is pretty reasonable and the statistics presentation and interface to the Internet have been improved. It's neat to see software from the WM6.5 world evolve along with the O/S. Read more...


Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Running on 'Full': Marathon 1.0.1.3

Posted by Don Tolson in "Pocket PC Software" @ 08:30 AM

Product Category: GPS-assisted software
Manufacturer: JMD Software
Where to Buy: From the developer -- download available here; or from the Windows Marketplace
Price: $3.99USD
System Requirements: Marathon requires a Windows Mobile 5.0+ Professional device with a GPS receiver and a screen resolution of at least 240x240 pixels.
Specifications: Requires approximately 400K of storage memory. Cannot be installed to Storage Card.

Pros:

  • Very easy to install, configure and use;
  • Main user interface is very intuitive, but there are lots of settings for individual customization.

Cons:

  • Not possible to pause timings if you stop for a drink or chat;
  • Some of the terminology used is confusing (eg. Sprint vs Track) A Help file or glossary would be useful.

Summary: Training up for that next marathon or triathalon? Or maybe just looking for something to provide an extra nudge for your personal 'Biggest Loser' exercise program? Marathon, a GPS-enabled software package from JMD Software may be just the right coach. It provides a simple, easy way to track your progress whether you're walking, running, biking or even rallying by car! Read more...


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