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Garmin BaseCamp is a 3D mapping application that allows you to transfer waypoints, tracks, and routes between your Mac and Garmin device and manage your data using topographic Garmin maps that include digital elevation model (DEM) data, such as Topo U.S. 24K, Topo U.S. 24K National Parks (version 3), Topo U.S. 100K (version 4 and later), Topo U.S. 2008, Topo Australia, Topo Canada (version 4), Topo Deutschland, Topo Great Britain, and Topo products produced by many Garmin distributors.
What's New
Version 4.2.4:
- Fixed crash that occurred when connection certain devices
- Fixed crash that occurred when doing a find on user data
- Fixed error when deleting the last track point in a track
- Fixed 'Arrive Continue' guidance issue on zumo 660
- Fixed address search issue when running in languages other than English
- Fixed user data from FIT files not being read from the Edge 800
- Fixed error when removing user data from a list or list folder
- Fixed error when selecting a track to create an Adventure from
Version 4.2.4:
- Fixed crash that occurred when connection certain devices
- Fixed crash that occurred when doing a find on user data
- Fixed error when deleting the last track point in a track
- Fixed 'Arrive Continue' guidance issue on zumo 660
- Fixed address search issue when running in languages other than English
- Fixed user data from FIT more...
Requirements
Intel, OS X 10.6.8 or later
Intel, OS X 10.6.8 or later
Garmin BaseCamp User Discussion (Write a Review)
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| Downloads:46,012 |
| Version Downloads:8,607 |
| Type:Home Personal : Travel |
| License:Free |
| Date:29 Oct 2013 |
| Platform:Intel 32 / OS X |
| Price:Free |
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Garmin BaseCamp is a 3D mapping application that allows you to transfer waypoints, tracks, and routes between your Mac and Garmin device and manage your data using topographic Garmin maps that include digital elevation model (DEM) data, such as Topo U.S. 24K, Topo U.S. 24K National Parks (version 3), Topo U.S. 100K (version 4 and later), Topo U.S. 2008, Topo Australia, Topo Canada (version 4), Topo Deutschland, Topo Great Britain, and Topo products produced by many Garmin distributors.
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Paul Cook reviewed on 27 Oct 2013
It couldn't seem to find addresses, and worst of all, there seemed to be no way to reliably get the data from this product into any of my Garmin devices. There was always something extra, or something missing.
Seriously, are the other products really this totally bad? Are there any third party software products, etc.?
I would have given it a lower rating, but MacUpdate gives a "Please complete the ratings stars" error message if you don't give it at least half a star.
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Bill_601 reviewed on 01 Sep 2012
The only drawback is that it won't import KML files from Google Maps. But I can convert them using GPSBabel, so it's not awful.
And lest we forget, it IS free.
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Garmin has shown an appalling lack of commitment to the Mac user community and, now that that user base is increasing exponentially they're trying to play catch-up but are not devoting enough resources to it.
Too little too late Garmin! I want feature parody with MapSource for Windows. Garmin has massive resources, there's no excuse for this or the mess that is their cartography product line.
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So, no comment on the software or the quality of my statements, no agree or disagree, just picking apart people who take the time to offer their opinions and experiences with the software eh?
Yea, I know your type.
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I stand by my statement that the Mac product is too little too late.
It's a free app and a drag and drop install / uninstall so I don't know why you need to read many / any reviews before giving it a try.
And yes, I made a mistake in the word I chose because this is a quick review on a website, not an academic research or thesis paper. This forum is for reviewing the quality of the software posted here, not for pointing out grammatical errors by people who are contributing. I see no such contributions from you.
P.S. I really dislike the Web Updater because I've had to roll back the firmware in my devices on more than one occasion which is no longer possible now that we're forced to use the WebUpdater on both Mac and Win.
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A parody ( /ˈpærədi/; also called pastiche, spoof, send-up or lampoon), in current use, is an imitative work created to mock, comment on or trivialise an original work, its subject, author, style, or some other target, by means of humorous, satiric or ironic imitation.
As for my not using this software without other people commenting on the current version first.... Well, after what the free version of Avast did to my computer, causing me to use time machine to go back to a non-corrupted system, I'm a bit skittish about this freeware bricking my GPS.
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Dorkypants reviewed on 12 Aug 2011
And how come when I asked Basecamp to check for updates today, the update check *FAILED*, yet a few hours later I see a new version posted on macupdate.com?
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G. reviewed on 31 Dec 2010
This software should have never passed UI design and usability checks. Unfortunately, that's not new with Garmin. I wish there was more competition.
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Rottweiler reviewed on 14 Jun 2010
BaseCamp 3.0.1 does not support drawing the newest BlueChart maps. It crashes every time you try to zoom in on a map.
I can't wait for an update that resolves this problem!
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From bad to hell - and support stinks big time!
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BaseCamp 3.0.2 does NOT support drawing the newest BlueChart maps. It does not even load the map now.
They wrote earlier in a problem report that the next release (3.0.2) should fix the problem. I guess you can't trust the Garmin developers one bit!
I'm very disappointed!! :(
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It's very confusing the way Garmin is packaging updates. MapManager and MapInstall updates were released quite recently and listed on MacUpdate as separate updates but in fact both listings point to the same download/file which installs both applications, again, without indicating what version is being installed.
Like I said in my previous comment for version 3.0.1, it is very poor practice to not identify in the installer description that it will be updating or downgrading applications other than BaseCamp. I'm happy that Garmin is supporting the Mac but it wouldn't take much more effort to be clear about what these packages contain and what is going to be updated. Also, if they're going to continue bundling multiple application updates into each release without indicating as much in the name or description then make the installers smart enough to recognize when you have a newer version and don't mess with it!
Finally, I don't see in the release notes that the problem with not displaying the latest BlueChart maps has been addressed in this update.
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I wish it was clearly indicated that this package installs more than just the BaseCamp application.
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PPC version 2.1.2
http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=4939
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BaseCamp 3.0.1 does not support drawing the newest BlueChart maps. The next release should fix this issue. Sorry for the inconvenience.
Best Regards,
Garmin Engineering
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http://www8.garmin.com/software/BaseCampforMac_301.dmg
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Ecadee rated on 05 Nov 2013
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GLarry rated on 05 Oct 2012