SYNC sync of Points of Interest on Web/iphone app/Explorer

[CokeFrog22]

On the syncmyride.com website, there is a place to input points of interest (IE Sync Destinations), and these locations sync with the iPhone app. Are they/can they also sync with the NAV system in the Explorer as well? I would like to only have to input them once and have them available on all three systems.

--Rich

 

[artnalex]

I'd like to know this, too!

Help!!!

 

[JDJones]

I tried this early on in the SyncMyRide site. After spending a good bit of time inputing a number of POIs, I was disappointed. The new POIs worked perfectly in the Sync's turn by turn interface, but never showed up as POIs or favorites in my Nav system.

Would be wonderful if that tool worked across both systems.

 

[FordIVTteam]

On the syncmyride.com website, there is a place to input points of interest (IE Sync Destinations), and these locations sync with the iPhone app. Are they/can they also sync with the NAV system in the Explorer as well? I would like to only have to input them once and have them available on all three systems.

--Rich

Hi Rich!

When you enter a POI on the SYNCMyRide website, it is only for the SYNC Destinations app and SYNC Services. It will not update the POIs on the navigation system.

Rebecca

 

[CokeFrog22]

Ok. Thanks for the response!

 

[calabrese94]

you can use google maps and click on send to car enter ur cell that is associated with ur synce wen u go to ur car press the command button say services and sync would ask you if you want to download the address then it ll show up on the map it worked for me

 

[VinceL]

you can use google maps and click on send to car enter ur cell that is associated with ur synce wen u go to ur car press the command button say services and sync would ask you if you want to download the address then it ll show up on the map it worked for me

This is from the Google Help Page:

This service allows SYNC® Traffic, Directions and Information subscribers to send business listings and street address information from Google Maps to your SYNC®-equipped Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury vehicle.

What is required to use this service?
To use this service, you must have a 2010 or later model vehicle and an active SYNC® Traffic, Directions and Information subscription. Some additional restrictions may apply; visit www.syncmyride.com for complete details.

How can I send my Google Maps destination to my vehicle?
To send a destination, simply search Google Maps for a listing or address as you normally would. Once you locate your destination, click Send at the top of the page. Alternately, you can select the "more" link followed by Send from the destination information pop-up. Next, select the Car option and the appropriate vehicle make: Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury. Enter the mobile phone number associated with your SYNC® Traffic, Directions and Information subscription and select Send.

When you get into your car, simply press the Voice button and say "Services." (Note: Your phone must be paired and connected.) Once connected to SYNC® Traffic, Directions and Information services, you will be prompted to receive your destination download. Confirm that you would like to have the destination downloaded, and the destination will be sent to your vehicle.

Why do I need to provide my Mobile Phone Number?
Your SYNC® account number is the mobile phone number you used to create and activate your account on www.syncmyride.com. In order to link your Google destination to your SYNC® Traffic, Directions and Information account, you are required to provide your mobile phone number to Google. Google’s privacy policy will apply to the mobile number you provide.

I don't have a navigation system in my vehicle -- can I still use this feature?
Yes, SYNC® Traffic, Directions and Information services will provide you with turn-by-turn route instructions from your current location to the destination set in Google Maps.

Additionally, if your vehicle is a 2011 or later model vehicle, is equipped with a navigation system, and has an active SYNC® Traffic, Directions and Information subscription, your destination in Google Maps will be downloaded to your in-vehicle navigation system. Your in-vehicle navigation system will calculate your route based on your in-vehicle navigation preferences.

Can I download a specific route that I generated on maps.google.com to my vehicle?
No, only the destination is sent to the vehicle. SYNC® or your navigation system will determine the route.

Can I download more than one destination to my vehicle at a time?
No, only one destination at a time can be sent.

I need more information on SYNC® Traffic, Directions and Information -- where can I go?
Please visit www.syncmyride.com for additional information.

 

[artnalex]

This does not use SYNC my Ride "points of interest". This is just the normal way of sending directions to yourself.