TomTom App Updated to 1.2, Adds Support for iPod Touch and First-Gen iPhones

GPS software firm TomTom has released version 1.2 of its popular iPhone application. The update adds support for both the iPod touch and the first-gen iPhone when used in conjunction with its car kit.

Per AppleInsider, version 1.2 was submitted on November 12th and was released Wednesday. The new version contains updates to maps and IQ Routes. Added features include advanced lane guidance, text-to-speech, integrated iPod player support, and support for the iPod Touch and first-generation iPhone.

The new version includes the following fixes and changes:
– Improved search and route summary screens.
– Updated map from v8.30 to v8.35.
– Updated points of interest database.
– Updated IQ Routes database with millions of new measurements.
– Added Advanced Lane Guidance in both portrait and landscape mode.
– Added Text-to-speech in English US, English UK, English Australia, French Canada, Spanish Latin America.
– Added Help Me! emergency menu.
– Added iPod player support.
– Added support for original iPhone and iPod touch (all models).

In order to successfully use the app on the newly supported Touch and 1st-gen iPhones, TomTom’s car kit is required. This is due to the fact that both devices lack an integrated GPS receiver.

TomTom’s car kit is a cradle which contains a GPS module, integrated speaker, charger, and line out. It is not required when the TomTom app is paired with the iPhone 3G and 3GS. The kit retails for US$119.95.

The updated application requires iPhone OS 3.0 or later to install and run and retails for US$99.99.