I was thinking, everyone on here is complaining about the new speed on green cameras. So instead of complaining, we should all (somewhat) agree on a smartphone program that alerts us all of the speed traps ahead.
I know most use GPS units with way points programmed in, etc. But this is a way for those with a smartphone to work the technology in our favour.
The best software that I have seen for this is called trapster. It is available on the iphone and blackberries with GPS.
On itunes, search trapster and you can get it. With a blackberry, not too sure how you get it, I'm sure the website will tell you.
www.trapster.com
The best features of this system are:
1) It's FREE!! Totally free even when you get your account.
2) Real time data that is votes on by accuracy over time, the bad data uploaders are eliminated.
3) Trapster® continuously communicates with your mobile phone. Data is never stale.
Why am I saying that we all should utilize this program? This system relies totally on the # of users in the given area to send in the most accurate, up to date information on manned speed traps as well as multi-nova.
I'm sure the red light cameras are all uploaded in the system but this goes one step further and will help guard against picking up a "real" speeding ticket.
With the number of people on beyond who are driving around, the Calgary and area database should get to be pretty damn good.
There's absolutely no downside except that your battery life might be lessened on your phone.
I've looked at lots of other versions of red light camera notifiers, etc and this one by far has the most features. Save yourself the time and just go with this one.