SOBI2 is the best directory component around for Joomla. In fact, the combination of Joomla and SOBI2 is probably the best directory component on the Internet. Until now, there has only been one drawback to SOBI2 - you could not show search results on a Google map. (For more information on SOBI2 or to download the latest release, please click here.)
CorFun has now solved that problem. This package includes all the plugins and files you need to show search results on a Google map either by Postal Code (ZIP Code) or by Geocode (Lattitude/Longitude).
What you get:
1) Complete instructions with screen captures to illustrate how to install and configure the plugins. Documentation is included in the download package.
2) A new SOBI2 template that includes the changes necessary for Google mapping. You can use this template as a basis for desired customizations. The Search Results for this package are shown on the SOBI2 vCard Template. To show search results in a module position or to map based on SOBI2 Categories, please see the JMaps Module by clicking here.
3) A SOBI2 plugin to control your mapping.
Please Note: This plugin and vCard template are NOT designed to work with JMaps. You may use JMaps for mapping categories, and this plugin to map SOBI2 search results in the vCard template. If you desire that set up, buy JMaps bundled with the Category Plugin only.
Please note: SOBI2 version 2.9.0 or higher required. The Radius Search plugin from the developers of SOBI2 is also required if you want to map results by proximity to a given Postal Code (ZIP Code). The SOBI2 software returns the search results that we use to generate the map. SOBI2 by itself does not do radius searching, so please visit sigsiu.net and pick up a copy of their excellent Radius Search plugin if you would like that feature. The combination of our software and SOBI2 with the Radius Plugin has been used all over the world. The Radius Search Plugin is not required for any other kind of searching.
Our software will render a map of search results, regardless of how they are generated out of SOBI2!
To purchase, just add the software to your shopping cart by pressing the button below and proceed through checkout. After your purchase is confirmed, a download link and ID will be emailed to you so that you can get your new software!
4) Javascript which you can implement to have the map 'float down' the page as the user scrolls down the list of entries.
The Aqualung site (click here) shows how well the Google Mapping software works with the Radius Search plugin. Search for Zip Code 32703 and you can see the results. This install also really showcases some of the customization options for this software.
We also have a forum with some more postings of sites that run this software. Click here for more sites. This is by no means a complete list, as the software currently is running on dozens of sites in (that we know of) 20 countries.
The SOBI2 template and the mapping plugin install using the SOBI2 installer. The 'float down' javascript is a simple insert into your template's index.php. No file changes are required in this version.
This product comes with access to our support forum in which we give tips, help, advice, and answer questions. If an actual problem with the software does crop up, then we also offer fixes for free, of course! This is our software, and we support it with a passion.
Please note, this package uses a SOBI2 template to render search mapping results on the vCard template. Also, please note that this plugin only provides mapping for search results. This plugin is for directories which map physical businesses. If you need to map physical businesses, but also have entries without either valid addresses or valid geo-cordinates, then please use JMaps.
The JMaps Module (see Related Products below or click here) works in any Joomla module position, and has a SOBI2 Categories plugin (to map SOBI2 categories on any Joomla page) in addition to a SOBI2 Search Plugin to map SOBI2 Search Results. If you are looking for an inexpensive way to map just search results on SOBI2's vCard pages, then Google Mapping for SOBI2 Search Results (the plugin whose page you are on) is for you!
If you want to map SOBI2 Search Results and Categories with the map appearing in a Joomla module position, or if you would like to have some additional options liked featured listings, RSS feed mapping, KML feed mapping, XML File mapping, and more - then look at the JMaps solutions.
I would recommend this extension to everyone. support is excellent.
This extension is fantastic addition to SOBI2 search results. It looks really cool and works very well.
The developer knows SOBI2 inside out, he has since written me a modification to one of SOBI2 commercial plugins (radius search).
Highly reccomend him for any commercial work
Thanks Cedric!
Highly recommended. Its an effective solution to providing search resul'ts on a google map.
In addition the support received is brilliant. The team behind the plugin are thorough and friendly.
I would just like to say that I so appreciate not only a very functional extension, but also some great guys who are very responsive to support it.
The cost is minimal and worth every penny.
This seems like an fine solution and I applaud the effort.
I would like to correct a statement made in a prior review. Sigsiu does offer their own solution for this requirement.
Owner's reply
Thank you for the kind words. To our knowledge, Sigsiu.net has a mapping feature for entries by Category, but has not yet implemented mapping for search results.
This component is an essential addition to Sobi2. Where Sobi2 is an effective databasing system it really lacks a good mapping system based on search results. Corfun has nailed what people really want in incorporating the google maps with their search results and in a very customizable way. It's also css based so style it however you like! And you won't find better/faster support or answers. HIGHLY recommend this isn't a strong enough statement.
Be aware that it is not a customizable plugin for SOBI2, but a zipfile with instructions (and sources) to change the existing sobi2 files to create a map for the searchresults.
The instructions need to be followed very clearly, and even then I still needed support to get things working, it most important. It works great! To tweak things its required that you know some php, or you'll be stuck with the standard view as Corshop implemented it.
Anyway, if you have basic PHP knowledge to customise things to your needs, it is highly recommended, since not having searchresults on the map is a serious downside of SOBI2.
Support is absolutely great, just ask your question in Corshop's forum and you'll get answers within a few hours and they continues the support until it works as it should.
SOBI2 is an essential Joomla component giving you amazing flexibility when it comes to the functionality and appearance of your directory.
I was surprised to see that SOBI2 lacks the ability to show the search results on a map. This can be very frustrating. In fact, I held back on purchasing the SOBI2 Radius Search just because it didn't have the mapping functionality (This in itself is surprising - I expected to see some advancement in the search functionality.)
After doing some research on the SOBI2 forum, I came upon CorFun.
CorFun is a company that developed Google Mapping For SOBI2 Search - an addition to the SOBI2 Component.
This addition is exactly what I was missing in the functionality of my directory.
Google Mapping by CorFun is basically tweaked configuration and template files, in addition to google mapping files, and custom graphics.
The package contains a very informative list of instructions on how to update and tweak your SOBI2 settings - Very simple, all you need to do is read the instructions, and your good.
I'd like to especially mention that the support I received was (and still is...) phenomenal. After posting a question on the forum, I received a quick response from the support team, and they didn't stop troubleshooting the problem until it got solved.
I am really happy with Google Mapping for SOBI2 , and would recommend it to any web developer / business owner who uses SOBI2. This will bring life into your directory, and site visitors will be able to make more sense out of your search results.
Again I'd like to send many thanks to Glen and Jerry from CorFun for the helpful support!
After a little fine tuning, this plugin worked like a dream.
Recommend it without exception. Support is fantastic as well.
Great for sobi2 sites that have listings that are location based. (and radius search enabled)
Note: SOBI2 is a Joomla Component which is not included.
It must be downloaded and installed separately. To download SOBI2, please click here.
Need help with Joomla, SOBI2, Community Builder or custom code development?
CorFun provides free support for our products. However, we recognize that Joomla Website owners and developers often need help with core Joomla and complex extensions like SOBI2 and Community Builder. Plus, many sites require some custom code to meet the design requirements. CorFun offers a wide variety of consulting services at competitive rates for Website owners or developers who need help with core Joomla, SOBI2 and/or Community Builder. Please click here to contact us and find out how we can help you today.
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