TomTom’s iPhone sat nav application hasn’t had the best of starts. As we mentioned a few weeks ago, an update could just be around the corner. It was anticipated at that time that an update to the application would include finally everything that disappointed users have requested, ie such as advanced lane guidance.

Well folks, its now official and the list below is the description of the TomTom application update, don’t get too excited at this point because this will still be subjected to the scrutiny of Apple’s application approval process.

• Advanced lane guidance giving drivers extra clarity when navigating difficult junctions. For the first time this is in both landscape and portrait mode.
• Text-to-speech helping motorists to keep their eyes on the road by enabling street names and places to be read aloud as part of the spoken instructions.
• “Help Me” providing direct access to emergency numbers and directions to the nearest emergency providers.
• Updated map and safety camera database (Europe only)
• Customizable audio warnings when approaching safety cameras or driving over the speed limit, increasing driver safety and saving money.
• iPod player control ensuring drivers can conveniently control their music from within the application.

The update is expected to be free to existing users who bought the first release, however when might the update emerge? Its anyone’s guess! We’ll keep everyone up to date.

[via Engadget]