1.06 / February 23, 2017
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Description

OU Go is a 3D map guide for The OpenUniversitycampus in Milton Keynes, United Kingdom.

Staff and visitors can use this application to locate thefollowingareas of interest:

Buildings
Events
Car Parking
Cycle Parking
Outdoor Art Exhibits

Selected areas of interest appear on the map as icons givingtheuser a visual cue as they travel toward their destination.

OU Go provides the user with a selection of avatars, (acharacterrepresentation of the user), that is updated on the map asthe usermakes their way around campus.

Visitors in particular should find OU Go useful in locatingthebuildings or events for which they are visiting.

OU Go uses GPS to update the users location on the map. However ifaweak or no GPS signal is available, OU Go will place your avatarina central position on the campus map. Once a GPS signal islocatedyour position on the map will be updated.

App Information OU Go

  • App Name
    OU Go
  • Package Name
    uk.ac.open.ougo
  • Updated
    February 23, 2017
  • File Size
    Undefined
  • Requires Android
    Android 2.3 and up
  • Version
    1.06
  • Developer
    The Open University
  • Installs
    50 - 100
  • Price
    Free
  • Category
    Maps & Navigation
  • Developer
    Visit website Email [email protected] Privacy Policy
    Digital Engagement The Open University Walton Hall Milton Keynes MK7 6AA
  • Google Play Link

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