Get Real Time Data from Pretec SD GPS Receiver

Looking for a GPS receiver that gives real time data? Pretec SD GPS could be the answer you have been looking for. This device offers excellent and easy navigation to virtually any applications and any types of mobile gadgets. The Pretec comes bundled with AutoRoute 2002/Pocket Streets, Portable Guide (a US mapping program) and also TomTom City Maps. It confers high performances and efficiency on PDAs by turning it into a handheld GPS unit using the WHANTO SD GPS Card. The WHANTO SD GPS is basically a dongle for your PDA and a very cool one at that. Simply plug it into your SD (Secure Digital) slot and you'll be able to tell, within 15m, exactly where you are, where you're going, and how fast you're getting there. Collected data include position, velocity, and time information, while 12-channel tracking ensures excellent performance. Boasting a built-in active antenna and low power consumption, the SD GPS is perfect for mobile devices.

FineDigital FineDrive 400 Comes with Great Features

The FineDrive 400 Navigation System offers you precise knowledge of your position wherever you are, and automatically determines the ideal route to your destination. FineDrive combines the most advanced satellite positioning technology with the most realistic digital map. With its basic design and features and its subpar performance, the FineDigital FineDrive 400 is an example of the proliferation of portable GPS navigation devices made possible by the mass production of GPS chips and LCD screens. FineDrive 400 comes pre-loaded with a complete detailed map of the 50 Contiguous United States and Canada . There's no need to download additional data. he map display is fairly flexible. It can be set to show a 2D or 3D view, and the heading can be oriented north or in the direction the unit is traveling. The map can show POI icons, which can be customized by category. There's also trip information at the bottom of the screen, including trip time, remaining distance, and speed (it will also alert you if you go over the speed limit). An options menu lets users choose quick or short routes on major or local roads. The FineDrive 400's database of more than 2 million POI includes categories for restaurants, emergency services, lodgings, and recreation. Although it has useful items such ATMs and gas stations, we found its shopping category (a subcategory under Business) lacking.The FineDigital FineDrive 400 does two things: navigate and play MP3s but not simultaneously. The MP3 player reads files copied onto an SD card. It has the usual play, pause, forward, and reverse controls, and it displays ID3-tag information in its interface. The controls are big and easy to use, but there's no way to easily navigate folders and files. The MP3 player can output its sound to a car stereo via either its minijack or through its built-in FM transmitter. The box for the FineDrive 400 contains everything needed to use the device right away. Beyond the unit itself, it comes with a GPS antenna, a power cord that plugs into a 12-volt supply, a strong, plastic adjustable clamp with a suction cup on one end suitable for attaching to windshields, and documentation. The instructions suggest leaving the antenna plugged in after it's first installed.

BlueTraks BT-211N GPS Navigation

The BT-211P car kit features Bluetooth connectivity for most Bluetooth enabled cell phones to give you a great hands-free experience and iPod connection cable, mic, and mounting stuff. BT-211N comes with maps of USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico, with over 12,000 POI’s. It even has text-to-speech feature. It will mute the radio when it is announcing directions. All audibles are from the gps navigation system output through the Hands-free speaker. The included microphone and hands-free speaker can be located to give you the best performance, or if your car is already “hands-free” wired use the factory mic and speaker. Attach your iPod to the provided iPod cable and do all the command and control through the BT-211 touchscreen iPod controls. No need to create mini-playlists as some iPod interfaces make you do. The hands-free speaker and Stereo outputs from the BT-211 can be nominally adjusted right on the touchscreen. The BT211 also interfaces to your vehicles headlight switch. So when your headlights come on the BT211 screen dims to the level you set. And, yes the BT211P can be upgraded to the BT211N (GPS-211) at any time, plug and play.

Reviewing the Portable Pioneer AVIC-S2

The Portable Pioneer AVIC-S2 GPS has some awesome features which may make it the ultimate GPS system. In addition to its lightweight and slim, wallet sized design, the Pioneer AVIC-S2 sports a full navigation system, MP3 playback, and Bluetooth hands-free. Measuring just 89mm high by 102mm wide and 25mm thick, the S2 is one of the smaller portable GPS units around. Sporting a 3.5-inch touchscreen capable of displaying 64,000 colours at a resolution of 320 x 240 -- framed by a clean, matte black border, the S2 looks rather chic. The unit has a rectangular cross-section, meaning it will lie completely flat. Along the right edge is an SD/MMC slot (a 512MB card is included which contains the R14 Whereis maps of Australia), a mini-USB connection and a 3.5mm headphone jack. On top there's a power button which lights up orange when charging and blue when otherwise plugged in. Users get the usual, full coverage maps of the US and Canada, and an added bonus; 1.7 million restaurants, shopping centers and other points of interest via the TeleAtlas database preloaded in the included 1 GB SD card. It comes with a 3.5" screen which navigates both 2D and 3D views, and an advanced map compression technology allows for effortless scroll and zoom of the map. Each time you use the S2 to automatically produce directions, it allows you to change the route, to avoid any roads you do not wish to travel. The unit is multi-lingual and the languages supported include US English, French, Spanish, Czech, Danish, UK English, German, Greek, Hungarian, Italian, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Finnish, Swedish, Flemish and Turkish. Another great addition to the S2 is the Bluetooth v1.2 technology. It enables hands-free operation of cell phones. Users with Bluetooth-enabled phones can store their contacts in the system and make and receive calls through the AVIC-S2’s built-in speaker, microphone and touch screen. The MP3 feature lets users easily listen to and manage their music via the touch screen.

Get a Feel of the Navman F20

The Navman F20 introduces a wealth of new features previously only found on much more expensive GPS navigation systems. It is well designed and attractive, with a charcoal-gray case. The unit is easily swapped between cars, as it's a compact 3.1 inches high by 4.5 inches wide by 0.9 inch thick, and weighs just 7.1 ounces. It comes with a mounting kit that enables it to be suckered to your windscreen and a 12 volt power cord that when in place allow near perfect placement of the unit for easy sight of the screen and also operation of the touch screen. Inside the F20's black plastic shell lies an Intel PXA 255 200Mhz processor and the latest incarnation of the Navman SmartST software which in this version is using Tele Atlas. You can access other functions and enter addresses through the Navman F20's 3.5-inch touch screen. The responsive screen is bright and features an anti-glare coating, but we still had some problems reading the display in direct sunlight. Unlike some other portable navigation systems, such as the Delphi NAV200, the Navman F20's menu interface is simple and intuitive, and map screens are easy to understand. The Navman F20 offers 2D- and 3D-map views, as well as day and night modes. In the 3D screen mode, the Navman F20 displays information such as: the current street and the name of the next street on your chosen route; direction and distance to the next turn; GPS status; a zoom button; and an information icon. When you press this button, the unit launches a page that displays the remaining distance to the destination, estimated time of arrival, the current time, your current speed, direction, and the unit's remaining battery life. It includes a comprehensive points-of-interest database that contains all the basics (gas stations, hotels, ATMs) as well as more specialized categories (amusement parks, concert halls, monuments).

Delphi NA10000 Mobile Navigation Review

Delphi NA10000 is your new companion and it gets you to your final destination quickly and efficiently with its state-of-the art GPS technology and a user-friendly interface. Mapping a trip has never been so easy, all you need is your final destination (address, point-of-interest, or intersection) - Delphi Mobile Navigation does the rest. The system comes with a double disk CD Smart-MAP of the continental United States plus Hawaii, so that you can easily load your desired maps. The Delphi Mobile Navigation unit features a large, bright TFT screen with full color graphics, voice prompts, fast routing calculations enabled by a built-in Intel XscaleTM microprocessor, built-in memory for map data, and windshield and dash mounting solutions. It has a user friendly interface with its simple step-by-step process which takes you through software installation and gets you started. The large, bright TFT screen with full-color graphics offer high-resolution display and intuitive graphics allow for quick-glance directions to help keep your eyes on the road to get you to your destination quickly. Other features include: dash-mountable GPS receiver; measures 6.5 x 1.5 x 12.25 inches (W x H x D); Directional prompts with full automatic turn-by-turn directions synchronized with vehicle position Full color graphics; fast routing calculations enabled by a built-in Intel Xscale microprocessor 64 MB internal memory; compatible with SD and MMC memory cards with more software and digital maps of 48 contiguous states and Hawaii.

A review of Visco GPS VSC-N530A

The VSC-N530A (5300B replacement) provide all-encompassing artery network, holidaymaker allure database and offer directional and tourist attraction penetrating and inquiring, map viewing, credible road inspection and planning, swivel reminder and intersection magnification function. For easy navigation, this GPS comes with large icons display on the 3.5-inch TFT LCD with 240 x 320 (QVGA) resolution touch screen display. The VSC-N530A stands out with its new outlook and dimensions of 95.5(W) X 77(H) X 22(D) mm and 2 Lbs, so you shouldn't have any problems transporting this between vehicles. In addition, the back has a soft-touch finish that provides a more rubbery texture for a better grip. As the flagship model, the VSC-N530A is jam-packed with features, including a handful of new functionality. First, the system has 400MHz Processor 32 MB NAND flash memory and 64MB SDRAM memory and comes preloaded with TeleAtlas maps of North America and Central and Western Europe and 5 million points of interest (POI). It also has the Map Share feature, giving you the most up-to-date maps. This is possible since Map Share allows you to make adjustments to your maps (such as noting blocked roads, updating POI, adding new streets, and so on) and then share the information with other drivers. You can make the changes right on your system, save them, and then upload and share them with other users. Bird's eye 3D view Up to 3 hours of continuous usage Select up to 20 destinations to plan out where you need to go in advance, 20 channels SiRF Star III Receiver Adjusts color and contrast for easy auto night viewing Easily enter addresses with Quickspell for efficient auto-complete feature Easily find gas stations, restaurants, ATMs, airports, parks and nearly 1.3 million points of interest (POI) Touch an onscreen icon for nearby destination using the Interactive POI icon, see phone numbers and get an instant route Shortest time, shortest distance, least use or most use of freeways and avoid toll roads routing option Create and store personal address and points of interest for easy reoccurring trips One touch shows your location so you can quickly advise roadside assistance or emergency services SIRF StarIII chipset for quick GPS signal acquisition. It is multi-lingua with options from English, french and Spanish. It also runs Microsoft Windows CE. Net 4.2 Core Version Operating System. It also includes text-to-speech functionality, DVD/audio capability and a host of other multimedia functions

Reviewing Magellan Meridian Colour Handheld GPS Receiver

Magellan Meridian Colour Handheld GPS Receiver offers superior tracking and 3-meter accuracy, with an extensive, 64MB, built-in mapping database that provides an easy way to view your location, heading and route. Rugged enough to go with you on any adventure, or just across town, Meridian is designed to make getting where youre going a fun, easy and safe trip. The Meridian Colour comes standard with 64mb ram which includes a base map. The North America base map includes US Cities, Interstate highways, political boundaries, major waterways and airports. Extremely accurate, the Meridian Gold finds your location by tracking up to 12 GPS satellites simultaneously. Assisted by the U.S. Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), the Meridian Gold is accurate to within 3 meters or betterRight out. Like with Garmin, Magellan also offer an extra installable map CD called MapSend. This allows you to upload and store these maps to the Meridian with greater map detail than provided in the base maps. Like many other handheld GPS receivers, the Meridian Colour can track up to 12 satellites at any one time out of the current constellation, and fully supports WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) in the US and EGNOS in Europe. With current GPS accuracy, the Meridian will be accurate within 3 meters or better depending on line of sight to the satellites and the amount of strong satellite signals the receiver has. The Meridian GSP comes with 8 rich screens and 7 of which are fully customisable which show satellite constellation, maps, compass, Bearing/Heading screen, GPS Co-ordinate screen, Track screen, Track details screen, and speedometer. The Bearing/Heading screens and Track Screens give information like Bearing, speed, direction and ETA options. The Meridian comes standard with support for up to 20 routes, 500 waypoints and up to 2000 track points which should be enough for the average walker and supports 12 built-in co-ordinate systems and 76 datums. If you're looking to use the Meridian Colour for walks and hikes, you will certainly like the Track back feature which is more accurate than Garmin's equivalent system allowing you to accurately track back to each waypoint, which makes it easy if you get lost and need to re-trace your steps. And like many other GPS Receivers, the Meridian also has compass support with Northfinder technology showing you which direction is north no matter where you stand on the earth, it also contains sun rise and sun set times and moon phase for any date/location in the world. The Meridian Color GPS Traveler Value Pack has everything you need. You get the rugged Magellan Meridian Color to guide you on the trail, hiking, camping, hunting, fishing or wherever your outdoor adventure takes you. Plus the advanced Magellan MapSend DirectRoute software to give you turn-by-turn street guidance while driving, riding or walking around town or across the country. This complete package also includes a Secure Digital (SD) memory card for downloading and storing detailed street-level mapping data, vehicle mounting bracket, PC data cable with cigarette lighter adapter and two AA batteries.

Portable Maxx Digital PN3000 Explorer for Fun Seekers

The Maxx Digital PN3000 Explorer is a portable GPS that combines GPS Navigation and Personal Media Player with a straightforward User Interface to provide the user with a simple and easy to use system. It comes with a user interface that has been described to be friendly and it also has some additional features such as e-Book, Photos(something like a digital picture frame) and MP3 player. It also shows a TMC input on its side. The GPS can also provide routes from another point to a 3rd point while its actually physically located eslewhere. Which means that if you are physically at home, you can still get routes from say my office location to another location. It also has a simulation mode. This Maxx Digital PN3000 portable GPS system includes a photo Viewer with a MP3 player and is TMC capable. The PN3000 has a multiple Navigation Mode Bicycle, Motorcycle, Car, and Pedestrian and sports a 3.5-inch LCD touch screen display with 65K colors QVGA 320 X 240 resolution. For high accuracy and perfomance, the device has an integrated 300 MHz ARM9 processor with 16-channel GPS receiver that supports WAAS/EGNOS. It also has millions of pre-loaded Points of Interest including nearest hotels, ATM, restaurant, gas station etc.

Ultimate Pocket Navigation in Pharos PK041

Pharos announced that its PK041 is the ultimate pocket navigator. The package comes with an award-winning convertible iGPS-360 receiver and Ostia Navigation & Routing software (Best of Innovations, CES 2004) with detailed street-level maps of the entire US, and a sync-cable connector and car charger that powers the GPS while charging your Pocket PC simultaneously. The iGPS-360 receiver is a small, slim, and highly sensitive GPS receiver, and is convertible to meet your muti-functional navigation needs.The iGPS-360 receiver comes with the the cables that connect to the sync-port of your Pocket PC. The package also includes Ostia, Pharos' award-winning navigation software for Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs and detailed street-level maps of the entire US. With Ostia installed on your Pocket PC, locating your current position, or finding a destination or point of interest (POI) is fast and simple. You can calculate and view routes. Once you're in your vehicle, simply activate the navigation program and begin traveling, the automated voice-prompts will instruct you when and where to turn. There is an option for automated voice will give an off-route warning should you go "off route," and you can utilize that by simply push the "Action" button on your Pocket PC and the system will reroute you to your destination from your current position.The GPS features the SiRF StarIIe/LP chipset, 12-channel all-in-view tracking and integrated patch antenna.

Get Real Security with LiveWire Car GPS

LiveWire gives you real time car security including execellent visibility and total control of your trip. It is a scalable solution and makes it easy for families to track their loves ones or businesses to track their employees/fleets. This device can save your business thousands of dollars and help streamline efficiency by helping you track and manage all assets remotely. Quickly and easily locate lost or stolen equipment and reduce unnecessary delivery or transit detours. LiveWire offers update of location of assets every five seconds consequently when it comes to delivery, transportation, or businesses that move or transport assets, it can help save on fuel costs and increase efficiency. The unit is directly connected to the vehicle electrical system and this implies that there would be continuous transmit of signals thereby enhances efficiency. Also, it is very easy to install covertly, easily concealed under the dash.

The Clear-View Plenio VXA-5000

The Plenio VXA-5000 is among the few GPS units that offer clear view navigational experience to guide you to your destination. It boasts a big 4.3-inch screen that features 2D & 3D map perspective. The Bluetooth wireless technology, built-in microphone and speaker enable Bluetooth hands-free calling functionality. Moreover, the multimedia functions include stills viewing, playing videos, games and music. The device can also double as a media player as long as you remember to stuff some music or video content on your SD card. Due to the FM transmitter, you can also use your car stereo for audio. The navigation system software is pretty simple. It comes preloaded with a map that covers the entire US and it features touch-screen, "Root Set" and a POIs data base. The navigation system software is pretty simple. It comes preloaded with a map that covers the entire US and it features touch-screen, "Root Set" and a POIs data base.

Reviewing Humminbird 595C Fishfinder GPS

The Fishfinder 595c Combo shows your position on a built-in GPS Chartplotter UniMap and delivers performance fishfinding in one compact unit. This unit combines GPS chartplotter and Fishfinding sonar capability in one compact unit with a quick disconnect mount. The Fishfinder 595c Combo comes as a Transom Mount with a tilt-and-swivel quick-disconnect mount system and measures 7.25 x 7 x 4 inches (WxHxD) with a brilliant color 320V x 240H 5" display. All the information you need is displayed on a high-resolution, five-inch LCD screen with 320x240 lines and in 256-color TFT that is sunlight viewable and offers a choice between Whiteline or Structure ID Bottom Presentation. This fishfinder has a high-speed, micro-dynamic transducer for optimum performance that is reliable up to 70 mph, and even includes water temperature and GPS speed. The device runs on 10-20 volts of DC power, providing 300 watts RMS output and 2,400 watts of peak-to-peak output. This unit operates on the 200kHz (20-degrees at -10db) frequency, and has a target separation of 2.5 inches to reveal close-hanging fish. The GPS unit in this item includes 750 waypoints, 20 routes, and 10 tracks with 2,000 points each. It also includes includes fully automatic or manual operation, with upper and lower range controls, as well as alarms for depth, fish, and battery life. As an added convenience, this finder is ultra-compact in size, with an easy-on, easy-off mounting system that allows it to go almost anywhere. The Fishfinder 595c Combo is built tough with fully gasketed and waterproof construction so it even floats, and is assembled in the USA with a manufacturer's one-year warranty.

Garmin zumo 550 Friendly GPS for Motor Bikers

Bikers would find the Garmin zumo 550 very handy when going for planning a trip. This GPS unit comes with lots of features that are users friendly and very simple to follow. The Garmin Zumo 550 provides text- and voice-guided directions to motorcyclists and comes with an easy-to-install mounting kit for a motorcycle or a car. The zumo 550 is an intuitive, with a glove-friendly touch screen with left-handed controls that make it easy to operate. There's a bright, sunlight-readable, UV-resistant display that makes it easy to view, as well as a unique motorcycle console for trip information, including a fuel gauge to warn you when its time to fill up. The display measures 3.5 inches diagonally and features 320 x 240 pixel resolution. With dimensions of 4.8 x 3.9 x 1.6-inches (WxHxD) and weighing just 10.6 ounces, the zumo is small enough to carry with you while you're off the bike. The high-sensitivity GPS receiver is powered by the SiRF Star chipset, which offers extreme accuracy, even when you're riding under dense foliage or between tall buildings. The unit also features Garmin Lock an advanced anti-theft feature that disables the unit from performing any functions until you type in a specific four-digit PIN or take the unit to a predetermined location. It comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps and a hefty points of interest (POIs) database, including motels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply enter a destination, and the zumo takes you there with turn-by-turn voice directions that speak street names. In addition, zumo accepts customized points of interest such as school zones and safety cameras, and it also includes proximity alerts to warn of upcoming POIs. Plus, the unit is fully compatible with Garmin's Tour Guide feature, a free utility that allows you to build and upload a database of POIs that are encoded with photos and MP3 files. zūmo 550 makes it easy to plan your next trip and share routes with your riding buddies. Plan trips on your computer before you start. Search for food and fuel stops and local attractions. Then, transfer your route to zūmo and go.

Pharos PT250 for windows Mobile

One of the coolest pocket navigators that work well with Windows mobile gadgets is the Pharos PT250. The package features an award-winning convertible iGPS-500 receiver and Ostia Navigation and Routing software with detailed street-level maps. It combines very accurate GPS, with quick signal acquisition time to deliver efficiently. Additionally, this device can connect to others 'wirelessly' via the powerful Bluetooth integrated into the system. A blue LED indicator flashes when searching for a Bluetooth connection and glows solid when connection is established. Furthermore, the device provides a high level of versatility, since the iGPS-500 Convertible GPS Receiver design allows users to employ one GPS receiver for multiple configurations The device from Pharos works with just about any type of NMEA compatible software, but, as expected, the manufacturer recommends its own Ostia navigation and routing software. All of these are possible due to the included SiRF Star III GSC3f chipset (12-channel all-in-view tracking), which provides quite a good level of accuracy, of around 10 meters in autonomous mode and less than 5m in SBAS mode. It also comes with option for multiple navigation screen views which offers you the option to choose from full map, directional arrow, arrow/map split screens, compass, or text directions depending on your navigation needs. It can be integrated with Pocket Outlook contacts which gives you the ability to choose a destination address by simply finding an address from your Outlook contacts

Reviews on Rightway 355 GPS Navigator

Thinking of the right way to go about navigational experience without any hitches? then you might want to give RightWay 355 GPS navigator a shot. This device speaks for itself-in a way. Not only does the RightWay 355 GPS Navigator have voice guidance telling you which way to turn, it will audibly announce the name of the street or exit you will be turning on, enabling you to focus on the road. The RightLaneAssistantTM will even show you which lane to be in so you won’t miss your next turn. But even if you miss a turn it’s okay. The RW 355 automatically re-routes you. Entering an address in some navigation systems can be a hassle, but not with the RW 355. Predictive text makes it simple. Starting with the first letter or number entered, the RW 355 is searching its data base for matches and displaying the most likely results. Highlight your choice and you are on your way. With the RW 355 mounted on your windshield and an address entered, you are ready to go. With over 1.7 million points of interest (POIs) stored in its memory, you can locate the nearest airport, gas station, hotel, restaurant, hospital, shopping center or even a zoo no matter where you are. Navteq maps, clear driving instructions and a straight forward user interface make the RW 355 GPS Navigator a system that almost anyone could use. it also can be used for viewing photos, to read e-books, watching videos and listening to music.

V7 NAV720 Comes with Bluetooth Technology

The V7 NAV720 is a 20 channel, automotive global positioning device that comes with Bluetooth technology and an active cradle which powers the unit and offers ease of entry and exit. The attractive navigation solutions of V7 offer a high performance to price ratio, due to new, reliable navigation software. The navigation software is easy to understand, can be installed in seconds and features a fast, simple and attractive user interface. This automotive GPS receiver device unit is somewhat heavy,weighing 8.8 oz, and suited for location monitoring and trip-tracking. It is designed for use in land-based vehicles. It has an internal antenna which is desirable for activities where an external antenna would get in the way. The NAV 720 offers verbal navigation instructions and utilizes WAAS (Wide Area Augmentation System) technology to achieve an error margin of 3 meters or less. It allows users to share information, update database maps, and add programs using this receiver's USB computer connection. There is also a provision to store trip history and map databases on a standard SD memory card. It's removable memory allows for almost unlimited storage of routes and other data.System includes TeleAtlas United States and Canada. The GPS gives instant ability to navigate anywhere. No slowing down to find a PC and print or copy instructions. Also the GPS gives the ability to navigate by sound rather then looking at your map while driving. Finally if you mess up and go the wrong way or miss a turn the GPS unit corrects automatically and will get you steered back to your destination. AS such, whether you are planning a road trip, flying to a new city or running errands around town, let the NAV720 be your travel companion.

Mobile Crossing WP200 Pocket PC Revealed

The Mobile Crossing WP 200 is one of the most versatile and powerful portable GPS PDAs in the market. It comes in a sleek Blue finish and a complete car kit designed to look good in your car. With the Mobile Crossing WP200, you can wirelessly upload a contact from your PC, make an appointment, and get voice guidance to that appointment location when you need it. It's that easy! And while you're at it, enjoy the convenience of a Windows Mobile device with mobile versions of your favorite applications, a music player, games, photo viewing, and more. Featuring a complete set of national maps and points of interest, and a SiRF-powered GPS chip, the Mobile Crossing WP205 will also provide you with the fastest and most accurate navigation service available. Overall, from a performance perspective, the Mobile Crossing WayPoint 200 makes a good navigation device, first and foremost. On top of that, it can be a good, basic PDA, as long as you don't expect a lot of entertainment out of it.

Check out the Versatile AR-211 Bluetooth GPS

The AR-211 Bluetooth is a versatile GPS Receiver that allows for easy, intuitive navigating. It offers fast navigational data on your mobile computer's monitor, ensuring superior close-up detail, more memory storage, and faster operation than with traditional navigators. It is designed with SkyTraq 65 channel all-in-view tracking technology and it is compatible with most Bluetooth enabled PDAs, Smartphones, laptops / UMPCs. It is also compatible with all GPS navigation software that is compliant with NMEA format (NMEA0183 data protocol). And because it's wireless, users won't have to futz with cumbersome cables that get in the way each time they need to move the laptop or reposition the receiver. The cable-free solution is ideal for cars and trucks, as the device installs via the included magnetic or Velcro mounts, or even outside the vehicle should users need a clear path to the satellites. The designer ensures that the AR-211 works perfectly well with GPS software such as Microsoft Streets and Trips (all versions), iGuidance 2009, DeLorme and others found in the market.

LG Unveils Portable GPS Navigation Unit

The LG Portable GPS navigation unit is a sleek device, offering accurate directions with text-to-speech functionality. LG also includes some nice extras, such as a free trial to Navteq's traffic services and a host of accessories. With its sleek, black-lacquered finish and compact size (4.5-inches wide by 3.5-inches high by 0.7-inch deep; 7 ounces), the LG Portable Navigator is a good-looking portable navigation system. The GPS receiver is integrated into the device, so there's no added bulk on the back of the unit or need to flip up a patch antenna to get a GPS fix. The LG navigator utilizes a brilliant, four-inch touch-screen LCD display with 320 x 240 pixels of resolution and 260,000 colors. This screen provides you with clear, selectable 2D and 3D map views and menus that are easy to read at a glance, and features auto zoom, and day and night views that you can manually switch to, ensuring you can see no matter what your lighting conditions. And not only does this navigator quickly display your routing based upon your user-selected preferences, but provides you with turn-by-turn voice guidance with 16 different language options, even announcing street names so you can keep your eyes on the road during more stressful driving circumstances. Pre-loaded with complete maps of the United States (including Puerto Rico) and Canada, this unit also comes ready for you to travel throughout North America right out of the box. This navigator even includes millions of POIs (points of interest) so you can quickly find restaurants, gas stations, airports, hotels, ATMs, and other important nearby services, and instantly route to them with a simple tap on the screen, giving you local expertise at your fingertips. It also comes with a good assortment of accessories, including an AC adapter, a car charger, a vehicle mount (for the windshield and dash), a traffic antenna, a carrying pouch, a USB cable, a backup map disc, and other reference material.

Reviewing the Uniden GPS-352 MapTrax

The GPS 352 is a portable mobile GPS navigation unit that offers user-friendly features, including turn-by-turn voice instructions, high-speed map processing and WAAS Mapping Accuracy. The unit is ready to use right out of the box, no subscriptions or monthly fees required and it features slim-line designs for easy portability as well as intuitive interfaces for easy navigation. The GPS352 unit comes with high-resolution, daylight viewable 3.5-inch LCD display, and two million points of interest (POI). Uniden is bringing drivers a new option in automotive GPS navigation with the Uniden GPS-352 MapTrax Automotive 3.5-inch Turn-by-Turn Navigator. The GPS-352 MapTrax features a compact design, large display, and cutting-edge technology. You also get innovative features such as text-to-speech navigation and pin-point positioning accuracy down to three meters, all powered by NavTeq navigation software. For signals accuracy, this unit is constructed with a high-quality SIRF III GPS receiver, and is WAAS enabled (Wide Area Augmentation System) so it gets signals from orbit and terrestrially for the greatest level of accuracy. It is also fast with the 400 MHz onboard processor which assures real-time accuracy and lightning fast mapping and remapping of routes. With this unit, never again will you stop to get your direction because this 352 GPS allows you to simply program your destination and provides you with turn-by-turn voice instructions that make maps and embarrassing stops obsolete.

Never Get Lost with Earthmate GPS Receiver

The DeLorme's new Earthmate GPS receiver represents a new breed of GPS devices. It weighs only 2 ounces and can connect to non-Bluetooth systems via a USB cable (included), but for wireless connectivity, you must insert it into the bundled PowerPack. The Earthmate comes packaged with DeLorme's Street Atlas USA 2004 software for desktops or laptops. You'll need to shell out an extra $40 for the handheld version, which supports both Pocket PC and Palm platforms. This program lets you select which grids you want to sync to your PDA. Street Atlas supports voice-guided driving directions; contains more than 4 million points of interest (POI), such as ATMs, restaurants, gas stations, and major attractions; and allows route creation on the fly. The user interface provides clearly marked menu tabs for creating routes, exporting maps, and creating point-to-point directions. The Bluetooth kit also includes AC and DC (cigarette lighter) power chargers, a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, a desktop version of Street Atlas, and a nine-pin serial cable for those who don't have a USB laptop. Another interesting point is that the Earthmate features the latest Rockwell technology and is fully integrated with antennas and serial cable.

TomTom GPS for Motorcycles

When traveling, it's just as important to know where you're going while you're on a motorcycle as when you are in a car. In fact, motorcyclists may have even more use for a GPS than the typical car-driving GPS user, because bikers are more likely to explore unfamiliar back roads and to look for good touring terrain. And one of the ways to go about this is through the TomTom GPS for motorcycles which will get you to your destination with convenience and ease. This portable unit is easy to take anywhere and it weighs just under 11 ounces, and measures 4.5 x 2.3 x 3.6 inches (W x D x H). This unit has an integrated, high-sensitivity 20-channel GPS receiver, and includes a 380 MHz CPU with 32 MB of RAM. The Rider runs for up to five hours on its internal, rechargeable lithium-ion battery, while the included Bluetooth headset provides up to 10 hours of talk time, and up to 250 hours of standby time. This navigator includes a high-speed USB 2.0 connection for data transfers, an SD card with pre-loaded with software and maps, and a power input for recharging the battery from, and running off of your motorbike's 12-volt battery.

A Glance at Axion GEO-632

The Axion GEO-632 is quite a portable and compact unit that can easily fits in to your pocket. This navigational device can be used for driving, as well as a pedestrian mode for portable handheld use. It has a 3.5 touch panel TFT LCD screen. North American maps are available via the Micro SD card. Route travel can be planned by highways, major roads, or location, and points of interest (POI) are 'searchable' by proximity. It will even plan to automatically re-route your trip if you encounter a detour or stop-over along the way. In addition to the map power, the device is also able to play MP3 and view JPEG files. This Axion Geo 632 has a Centrality AT260B processor, with 32MB Internal Flash Memory and a 2GB SD MMC card with a 2D and 3D capability. The battery is a 2700mAh Li-Ion which is capable of 8-10 hours of power. The Geo-632 has what Axion calls a dynamic cursor. The cursor’s shape will show whether you’re in vehicle or pedestrian mode. It will also show your relative speed, becoming elongated as you travel faster. In the daytime modes, the cursor also has a shadow that shows you the relative position of the sun. And it also sounds like the directions provided by Axion Geo-632 are consistent with other devices that use NavTeq maps. So if you are not worried about the user-interface Geo-632 is an economical way bring GPS navigation to your world.

Portable Garmin nuvi 200W review

The Garmin nuvi 200W is a wide screen version of the entry-level nuvi 200. This is still a very basic unit with a 4.3" touch screen. Like all 200-series nuvis, this GPS navigator has an internal antenna, for a sleeker design than older nuvis that bore the flip-up antenna. It comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps, including a hefty points of interest (POIs) database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nüvi takes you there with 2-D or 3-D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. In addition, nüvi 200W accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs. nüvi 200W also includes many travel tools including JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. It also comes with Garmin Lock, an anti-theft feature, and is compatible with their free Garmin Garage where you can download custom vehicles that show your location on the map. Enhance your travel experience with optional plug-in SD cards such as Garmin Travel Guides for detailed data on attractions. By going to the Garmin site, you can load geocaches onto your GPS unit, and you can use your Garmin unit to find objects that other people have hidden in specific locations. All you simply have to do is create a free Garmin account, type in the location you want to look for geocaches, and then just choose what geocaches you want to load into your GPS unit via USB.

Magellan offers Fully Portable Auto Navigation, the ROADMATE 700

Magellan offers Fully Portable Auto Navigation ROADMATE 700 The Magellan Auto Navigation ROADMATE 700 GPS Receiver System is a personal assistant in your car, guiding you turn by turn, with a friendly voice and visual signals, even when you don't know the address. With a built-in map database of the entire U.S. and Canada there is no need to download mapping information from your computer. Simply turn it on, select a destination using the latest in full-color, touch screen technology or the dynamic back lit keypad and within seconds you are on your way. Lightweight and truly portable, the Magellan RoadMate 700 goes wherever you go, from your personal vehicle to your business car, to your RV. The Magellan RoadMate 700 has over 2 million points of interest built-in, making it easy to find your destination quickly and easily. Search by name or category for gas stations, restaurants, hotels, ATMs, sights, amusements and more, whether you are driving cross-country or to an unfamiliar address across town. Installation is quick and easy and there is no wiring required.The Magellan RoadMate 700 is ready-to-go, right out of the box, putting the convenience of a personal assistant and the accuracy of vehicle navigation literally at your fingertips. Magellan's Roadmate series is the easiest navigational GPS on the market and this one sells for a price not more than $1,600.

Reviewing ASUS R300 GPS Navigator

ASUS R300 is a compact that comes with an integrated Auto light sensor and Bluetooth hands free targeted at users who want directions and easy portability as the basic requirements for choosing GPS device. Asus R300 is only 1.38cm thick and weighs only 140g making it really easy to take with carry about. The Asus R300 runs on Windows CE 5.0 and has a 400MHz Samsung processor. The screen is a 3.5-inch 65k color TFT LCD with a 320 x 240 resolution. Memory for the Asus R300 is 64MB built-in and a 128MB Flash ROM. The GPS antenna is built-in and uses the latest SiRF StarIII chip. Memory expansion is available via a microSD card slot that can read cards up to 4GB in capacity. Setting the Asus R300 was easy to do and only required it to be charged or plugged into the included DC adapter for the car. The device comes with a suction cup mount that articulates well to get the best view while driving. The suction cup holds well, even on rough roads and over pot holes. Connectivity options include Bluetooth 2.0 for hands free and USB 1.1, Overall dimensions of the Asus R300 are 110mm L x 81.5mm W x 13.8mm H. The battery is swappable and has 1300mAh of power. Other features include a built-in FM transmitter and an auto light sensor.

A Glance at Pioneer AVIC-S1

Pioneer has announced a portable navigation device, the Pioneer AVIC-S1. This GPS unit includes a 3.5 inch touch screen display that's quite viewable even in bright sunlight, 2 GB of flash memory for map storage, as well as Bluetooth support. It measures 4.1 by 3.5 by 0.7 inches, making it slightly large but thin, and at 6.4 ounces, it fits neatly into your shirt pocket. It also uses the ultrasensitive SiRF Star III GPS, which quickly acquires satellites and is able to track them. Tapping the Menu key opens a two-tabbed menu system. The default tab is for setting your destination. There are three screens in the destination menu, with large, easily accessible icons for functions such as address search, POI (Points of Interest) search, Address Book (your favorites), Destination History, and a dedicated "Return Home" icon. The AVIC-S1 is preloaded with the 48 continental states and Canada. To find an address, you first select the state or province. Next, you enter the city of your destination. Advanced features include the ability to pair the device with your Bluetooth enabled cellular phone for phone calls. The Pioneer AVIC-S1 will then play audio through the built-in speaker and your voice is transmitted by the built in microphone. The AVIC-S1 comes with an AC adapter, 12V power adapter, carrying case, mounting hardware, and a USB cable.

The Portable MyGuide 3000/3050 GPS

The MyGuide 3050 is a thin/compact device with a 3.5 inch touchscreen and very portable to carry in your Pocket, the 3.5 Digital TFT LCD runs at 320x240 pixels. This device is constructed based on the reliable MyGuide 6.0 navigation software and uses a 20-channel SiRF III GPS chipset with a built-in antenna. It comes preloaded with maps of US/Canada stored in a 1GB SD card. With versatile 2D and 3D mapping options, along with turn-by-turn voice directions, you get a good experience getting to your destination. The unit offers useful onscreen tips multilingual with voice instructions spoken in 23 languages. The SD card slot lets you enjoy MP3, WMA, WAV and video playback, and view JPEP or MPEG4 files.

Secure your Journey with the Talking Road Whiz

When planning a trip, one of the modest ways to secure your journey is by employing the Talking Road Whiz. It is a pocket-sized electronic device that provides travel information needed when driving on the interstate highway system. The information given by the Talking Road Whiz includes directions between cities, restroom information, fuel, and a variety of other useful information. This device allows the user to talk to it. The Talking Road Whiz prompts the user for the state the user is currently located, the interstate number that the user is traveling, the direction the user is traveling (North, South, East, West), and the mile marker on the interstate. With this information, the Talking Road Whiz can return information on some important contigencies using a loud 'real' voice and these include distance, directions and driving time to over 80,000 services located near interstates across the U.S.A. It will tell you exactly how far the service you want is from your location, exit number, distance and direction off the exit, and driving time based on your speed. One interesting thing is that it does not need a wireless connection, everything is built-in. When prompted, you enter information such as the number of the highway you're traveling on and the nearest mile marker. A melodious female voice then responds with details about nearby gas stations, restaurants, tourist sites, malls, convenience stores, hotels (including their 800 numbers), and more. The information also appears on the display screen. Why not take a look at this device and start enjoying safety, security and peace of mind to your travels along the Interstates. Get one for yourself, and for those you care for.

Experience the Smartness of Pharos Traveler 525

Looking for a smart and easy way to have a navigational experience? The Pharos Traveler 525 is your best bet. It is a PDA based GPS device that is the first such integrated device to include WiFi, Bluetooth in the Windows Mobile platform. The big news here is that it also comes pre-loaded with Skype for Pocket PC for PC to PC communication all over the world. It comes with a preloaded top 50 U.S. metropolitan maps and uses GPS satellites and digital street maps to show you where you are, locate points of interest, or set a route to your destination. The uniquely sensitive GPS receiver ensures you'll be able to get a position fix just about anywhere. It makes it easier for you to locate hotspot locations while you're on the road, download maps over high-speed connections, look up Points of Interest (POI), and much more. You can use ActiveSync software to move the maps you need to the device or copy them directly with a flash-card reader on to a Secure Digital data module. Pharos also has a real-time traffic service called Smart Traffic that could be accessed via a Bluetooth phone (by using the phone as a communication device). It is equipped with the ever popular SiRF star II chipset that is becoming the standard for small highly sensitive GPS units. Accurate and up to date, the Pharos Traveler GPS 525's mapping software has an extensive points-of-interest database, including locations for thousands of restaurants, cash machines, and restaurants. And just like other Windows Mobile 5 PDAs, the Traveler GPS 525 comes with the standard mobile versions of Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Internet Explorer, and Windows Media Player 10 Mobile to satisfy your multimedia needs.

TomTom GO Gives You what you need in a Navigator

With the TomTom Go 32MB, you need not to worry about finding your ways around when you are up and doing. The TomTom GO is a stand-alone, portable, and easy-to-use car navigation system that incorporates navigation software, maps and a GPS receiver in one device. The TomTom Go comes with everything you need to get around, including an extra 256MB SD memory card (on top of the 32MB of internal memory). The large icons on TomTom GO gives you an easy to see and use large touch-screen icons. It is easy to make fast and efficient selections if you need to plan a new route while in your car. Ithas an intuitive approach to entering addresses. Usually you only need to type a few characters of the city or street name and TomTom GO will pull up the right option from which to choose. You can specify the house number on the street or select a nearby street crossing if you don’t know the number. It also provides clear spoken directions in any of its 11 included languages. TomTom GO has a special low-glare night display setting. This setting provides colour schemes that are significantly easier for the eye to adjust to from the dark conditions of night driving. You can select between different colour styles suitable for night-time driving depending on your personal preferences. It gives you thousands of points of interest in more than 50 categories so that you don't need tp worry when you are in an unfamiliar location. TomTom GO features the very latest digital maps of the USA from Tele Atlas and are viewable in a 2D or 3D manner. These maps give you comprehensive coverage of America. However, despite containing more information than ever, they don’t take up more memory thanks to the latest memory-saving techniques. TomTom GO has a special low-glare night display setting. This setting provides colour schemes that are significantly easier for the eye to adjust to from the dark conditions of night driving. You can select between different colour styles suitable for night-time driving depending on your personal preferences. There is an option for route recalculation which allows instant re-routing around any unexpected obstacles you encounter on your trip. You can avoid traffic congestion, roadwork, accidents or anything that slows you down. And if there is a road you particularly dislike travelling along, you can block that too!

Magellan RoadMate 500 is your Personal Assistance when it comes to Auto Navigation

The Magellan RoadMate 500 portable auto navigation system makes navigation easy and fun, with friendly voice prompting, turn-by-turn guidance and the latest touch-screen technology. It is a well-designed, portable unit, with a large, bright color touch screen and easy-to-use controls. Intuitive design and friendly user interface are combined with an extra large touch-screen and dynamic backlit keypad for easy operation, plus a full-color screen that automatically adjusts to the light conditions for easy viewing day or night. Dynamic turn-by-turn guidance with TrueView 3D navigation and friendly voice prompting clearly indicates when to make your next turn. The voice prompt tells you when to turn and you can confirm the direction at a glance. There’s no need to watch the screen as you follow your route with confidence. It calculates your route and automatically updates your directions when you decide to take a detour. Easily download the regions you travel in (up to 100 MB file size) to the included memory card, from 4 CD ROMs containing advanced mapping of the entire U.S. and Canada. Freely download and overwrite new maps before traveling to new regions. A comprehensive list of points of interest in your selected area makes it easy to choose your destination quickly. Search by name or category for gas stations, restaurants, hotels, ATMs, sights, amusements and more. The information for a trip can be saved to the Magellan RoadMate as a report and viewed at any time, providing you easy access to previous trip information as well as the one you are currently on. When you begin a new trip and you need to record the information, access the Trip Computer. There you can save the information displayed for the current trip (if needed) and reset the Trip Computer to zero in preparation for your new trip. Conclusively, the user interface on the RoadMate 500 is rather simplistic and this is good if all you're concerned about is just getting from point A to B. For the average user, there are no reasons not to be pleased with this unit.

A Glance at Garmin StreetPilot 2610

The Garmin StreetPilot 2610 is in Garmin's latest generation of GPS receivers with street level mapping and automatic route navigation for your car. The well-designed Garmin StreetPilot 2610 is compact and lighter (14.9 ounces). The 2610 offers a 256-color screen and touch screen technology for easy page and menu selection and an automatic backlight dimmer that adjusts the display according to available light. The crisp, clear display is easily viewed from any angle. The Street pilot 2610 comes with a set of permanent "base maps" showing all state and federal highways and major thoroughfares in towns and cities throughout the USA and in fact North America as well. These basemaps can be used for navigation on interstate and major highways so you do not have to load detailed maps for your entire journey. As with In addition, SP-2610 can be loaded with CityNavigator RESIDENTIAL street level detail maps (furnished as part of the SP-2610 kit) of any USA area and (optional at extra cost) a variety of overseas locations including much of Europe and many cities in Australia. The large CF memory modules (standard/can be purchased locally) coupled with the routable basemap can totally eliminate periodic map loading. With its built-in photo sensor, the StreetPilot 2610's bright display automatically adjusts to outside light conditions. The unit is powered through either its external speaker (which comes with a handy 12/24-volt adapter cable) or its dedicated AC power adapter; both are supplied. The unit's built-in routable basemap covers North and South America and contains a wealth of practical and nuanced data, including state and country boundaries, lakes, rivers, streams, airports, cities, towns, coastlines, state and interstate highways, local thoroughfares, secondary roads within metro areas, and interstate exit information for services such as gas, food, and lodging. The 2610 is powered using the external speaker with 12/24-volt adapter cable or A/C power adapter (both included in purchase). The StreetPilot 2610 also offers WAAS-enabled support to ensure the highest degree of GPS accuracy.

Bushnell NAV-500 Review

Bushnell NAV-500 is an entry-level device into the portable auto GPS navigation market for Bushnell. The Nav 500 offers many features found on other navigation devices in its class such as a 3.5 inch touch screen display, pre-installed maps of the USA and Canada, and an MP3 player. The NAV 500 is quite compact measuring less than 1 inch in depth. It comes with a 3.5-inch color LCD touch screen display and has built-in maps for the U.S. and Canada with unidentified number of POIs. It has a 1.5 GB SD card slot where you can store your multimedia files, therefore functioning as a MP3 player and image viewer. The NAV500 comes with seven different navigating modes to best suit your travel needs. For pedestrians there is a mode that specifically enables guidance for walking routes in urban areas. The NAV 500 offers WAAS capability for optimum accuracy and features the technology advanced Star III chipset from SiRF Technology Holdings. It comes ready to use out of the box with a versatile mounting system that will work in most vehicles. Other accessories include the A/C charger, car charger and case. Additional features include a pedestrian mode to calculate walking routes. And of course this GPS includes the popular SiRFstarIII chipset which should make for very good GPS reception and quick acquisition times.

The Exciting In-car GPS Unit- Atlantis X-350

Take the trouble out of planning a road trip with the X350 GPS system from Atlantis. The GPS Navigation X-350 is an exciting new product. This touch screen portable in-car navigation system offers door-to-door GPS guidance with spoken instructions. Simply start up your car, the GPS is ready to navigate! Includes street level maps for the entire USA. Visual and voice prompts guide drivers easily from origin to destination point. A variety of settings allow drivers to create optimal routes. It is just that easy. Easily move from one vehicle to another Built-in battery for on foot navigation Compact, Stylish, Lightweight design Integrated GPS Receiver locks in fast Detailed Voice Instructions in 18 different languages 3D view with pan and zoom functions Automatic Rerouting in less than 3 seconds Easy, User Friendly, Large touch screen buttons High resolution touch screen (display 3.5" TFT LCD 320x240) Includes DVD with entire US and Puerto Rico mapsDay/Night mode Points of Interest and Landmarks - find gas stations, restaurants, and more MP3 Player, use your own SD card for expanded storage Car Power Adapter (12~24V) included Function keys for ease of use Windshield mount included 1 Gigabite SD card included with US map pre-loaded No subscription, no hidden fees If you should miss a turn, the automatic re-routing function puts you right back on track. A route simulation function also offers the ability to see your directions unfold--before you leave the driveway. And, along the way, entertainment, restaurants, hotels, and more are at your fingertips with the included points of interest and landmarks. You can even load your favorite MP3s and listen through the built-in speaker. So, if you want an average but cheap GPS system, take advantage of the offer made by Atlantis while you can.

Portable Navman iCN 630

One of the portable high-quality, affordable car navigation solution that you can slip in your pocket at the end of the drive is the Navman iCN 630. This standalone GPS Navigation Device is a complete self contained GPS with a full color display screen that is a full 3.8" diagonally and oriented in landscape mode. Although, at 16.2cm wide by 7.5cm high by 3.7cm thick and weighing 350grams it isn't the smallest device but it does include the GPS receiver and antenna meaning no external boxes. The innards of the unit are driven by a Intel 200mhz PXA250 processor and the 128mb of in built memory is split between 64mbs of map storage and 64mbs for the operating system to run in and make guidance calculations, the overall device memory can be expanded for larger or additional maps by use of the SD memory slot. Detailed mapping data for the U.S. (including Hawaii and Alaska), Canada, Puerto Rico, and Guam come preloaded on the iCN 630's included SecureDigital (SD) memory card, which means you can install the unit in your car using the supplied windshield mount, turn it on, and go. And because all the iCN's maps are preloaded, there's no need for a PC connection to load map regions. And when you've parked and you're out on foot, use the iCN 630 as a handheld device to deliver you right to the door of your destination. To help you keep your eyes on the road, the unit also features voice guidance that gives you turn-by-turn directions. The iCN 630 also features the reassuring "back-on-track" function, which returns you to your original course if you make a wrong turn. Your favorite destinations are stored so you can route to them quickly, and a built-in points-of-interest database can keep you apprised of restaurants, fueling stations, hotels, and more while you're en route. Included in the package are ICN 630 GPS receiver, two CD-ROMs (with In-Car Digital Navigation Software and detailed street maps), vehicle windshield and dashboard mounting bracket, 12/24 V vehicle power cable, USB cable, protective carrying case, and quick start guide.

Magellan Roadmate 2000 is Truly a Drivers' Road Mate

One of great, powerful and yet affordable road companions available in the market is the Magellan Roadmate 2000. The Magellan RoadMate 2000 is an entry-level portable navigation system and it offers all the navigation basics, including text- and voice-guided turn-by-turn directions, a comprehensive points-of-interest database, and automatic route recalculation. This advanced vehicle navigation system features dimensions - Width 4.28 x Height 3.15 x Width 1.12 inch and a 3.5-inch color touch screen display that you can use to enter an address or select a point of interest. You'll instantly receive the best route using the shortest time, shortest distance, most freeways or least freeways, it's all up to you. And nearly 1.3 million pre-programmed points of interest enable you to quickly find gas stations, airports, hotels, restaurants and much more. It is very easy to use and gives you one-touch access to detailed information about a destination, including phone numbers when available. Simply touch the icon on the screen, and you're ready to go. You can also save your own personal points of interest to quickly navigate to frequent destinations. When time is of the essence, take advantage of some of the RoadMate's advanced features, including helpful technology that routes you around sudden slow freeway traffic, a multi-destination routing option, QuickSpell software to quickly enter your destination, and a 3D "bird's-eye" view to clearly see your surroundings. You can even select up to 20 destinations in advance to plan out where you need to go. It also has 20 channels SiRF Star III Receiver Adjusts color and contrast for easy auto night viewing Easily enter addresses with Quickspell for efficient auto-complete feature Easily find gas stations, restaurants, ATMs, airports, parks and nearly 1.3 million points of interest (POI) Touch an onscreen icon for nearby destination using the Interactive POI icon, see phone numbers and get an instant route Shortest time, shortest distance, least use or most use of freeways and avoid toll roads routing option Create and store personal address and points of interest for easy reoccurring trips One touch shows your location so you can quickly advise roadside assistance or emergency services SIRF StarIII chipset for quick GPS signal acquisition High-impact plastic case.

The Ashroti GPS 6000

Pre-Loaded with detailed maps of USA & Canada, the Ashroti GPS 6000 pocket navigation is gives you what you need when it comes navigation. This device offers offers a built-in flat GPS antenna, rechargeable lithium battery that lasts up to 4 hours, 3.5-inch TFT touch screen color display, audible turn by turn instructions, automatic rerouting and a SD/MMC card slot. No matter how you are traveling; driving, walking or riding the bicycle, ASHROTI GPS-6000 NAVIGATION’s wonderful function will help you to make your life and work more perfectly. You can use it in anytime. This device is easy to install with simple steps. It features a variety of settings that allow you to determine your optimal route based upon your needs at the time, over 12-million POIs (points of interest), and automatic rerouting that adjusts your projected course when you miss a turn or change your mind on the fly. The 3.5-inch color touch-screen display also lets you enter an address or select a point of interest to instantly receive the best possible route using the shortest time, shortest distance, most freeways, or least freeways. This screen not only provides you with full-color mapping in either 2D or 3D modes, it also has a day and night mode that ensures you can see it clearly regardless of your lighting levels. What's more, the GPS 6000 is compatible with digital MP3, picture and video formats (WMA, ASF, AVI, WMV · Audio format: WMA9, MP3, WAV) so you can listen to your favorite tunes, as well as view your favorite pictures and videos all from one device. The Sensitivity of GPS receiver module is up to 159dBm and it uses a Samsung 400 MHz processor and runs on Microsoft's WinCE.Net 4.2 operating system. This unit includes a an SD/MMC card slot for map, music, video and picture storage, as well as a built-in speaker and a 3.5-millimeter stereo headphone jack for listening to your navigator or music without disturbing others.

Review of Gamin 7200 GPS Navigator

With a massive, seven-inch touchscreen display and groundbreaking traffic information, weather and entertainment features, the Garmin 7200 is the essential tool for all your travels. Garmin has designed the 7200 specifically for larger vehicles such as RVs, semi-trucks, and buses. It offers premium features for those who spend lots of time on the road and demand the best. It offers a choice of mobile traffic information options with its POI Loader software, users can load custom points-of-interest such as the nearest gas station, restaurant, The number for the restaurant will show up too so you can call ahead! Feel like Italian food? Tap ITALIAN FOOD and it will give you all the listings in your area! can also serve as a powerful entertainment device, as it offers more than 150 channels of XM satellite radio channels, featuring 100-percent commercial-free music, as well as more than 30 channels of news, sports, and talk. You can send XM and navigation audio to your car stereo through the StreetPilot's integrated FM wireless transmitter or via an integrated 3.5 mm stereo headphone/line-out plug. And if that's not enough, the 7200 also comes equipped with an MP3 player that lets you take your personal music collection on the road. Loading music from your computer is drag-and-drop easy, and there's no need for special software. The 7200 also works as an audiobook player; you can download books from audible.com and enjoy your favorite authors on the road. Plus, thanks to the 7200's AV in connector, you can connect and play portable device, such as a DVD player, on the unit's massive screen. For safety's sake, entertainment audio is muted when navigation instructions are given.

The Sleek and Portable Navman iCN 510

The Navman iCN 510 is a sleek, pocket sized mobile GPS solution delivering outstanding performance features and design. It provides the ultimate drive-away navigation solution, offering total mobility for use in or out of the car. With its contemporary style, compact design, and precision-built quality, the iCN 510 offers an outstanding wireless navigation system with leading-edge features to make your driving experience easier, safer, and more enjoyable. The iCN510 has a built-in flip-up antenna, and also has an external antenna socket for those who want to use an optional GPS antenna to avoid things like heated front windscreens, the main unit houses a 3.5" TFT with a 320 x 240 resolution. With its high-resolution, 65000 color, QVGA screen incorporating bright colors, it offers a main menu with a touch screen affair which can also be operated by means of a nav pad. The Navman iCN 510 comes complete with all North American maps, including Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, and Guam, on CD-ROM, so you can easily download your preferred region to a portable SD Card (sold separately). This unit is powered by a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, includes 32 MB of built-in flash memory, and is accurate to within five meters.

TomTom GO 700 GPS Comes with Handsfree Calling via Bluetooth

One of the smartest GPS units available in the market today is the TomTom GO 700 that comes with an integrated Bluetooth that not only serves as a navigation aid but also for hands-free control of your cell phone and the plus to that is the fact that it is compatible with most of the leading Bluetooth-enabled mobiles. There are plenty of other goodies crammed into the compact (4.5 by 3.6 by 2.3 inches; 11 ounces) TomTom GO 700. All the maps for North America are preloaded on the GO 700's hard drive so that you don't have to deal with SD cards, plus you get all the usual navigation features, such as voice-guided directions, a comprehensive points-of-interest database, and support for up to 30 languages. Another interesting point is the inclusion of a 2.5gb hard disk within the device, previously all maps were held on external SD cards placed in the go's memory slot, now the 700 will ship with full street level maps ready to go removing the need to change cards and load maps as you drive. The 700 also has an updated processor running at 400Mhz coupled with 64Mb of RAM giving the unit the power to cope with seamless map integration. All the newest TeleAtlas maps are now installed on a 2.5 GB hard drive as one seamless map, allowing you to find your way to any address across all of the United States and Canada. The TomTom Go 700 is USB 2.0-compatible for faster data transfers to and from your PC. Meanwhile, the unit's Bluetooth receiver allows you to download real-time TomTom Plus services through the internet connection on your Bluetooth phone anytime and anywhere. TomTom Plus gives you the real-time information you want on traffic congestion and weather conditions, plus extra downloads such as detailed city maps, additional voices, points of interest, and more. Note that some TomTom Plus services require a subscription fee. Also, TomTom Plus services require a GPRS ready device equipped with Bluetooth and a GPRS subscription with your mobile operator.

Asus R300 Handheld Personal Navigator with Bluetooth

ASUS is introducing a compact, stylish yet very affordable R300. The Asus R300 is only 1.38cm thick and weighs only 140g making it really easy to take with you wherever you go. The screen is a 3.5-inch 65k color TFT LCD with a 320 x 240 resolution. Memory for the Asus R300 is 64MB built-in and a 128MB Flash ROM. Overall dimensions of the Asus R300 are 110mm L x 81.5mm W x 13.8mm H. The battery is swappable and has 1300mAh of power. Asus R300 comes with hands free bluetooth functionality and can even read out loud your text messages from your bluetooth enabled phone. It also has an FM transmitter so you can use your car’s audio system for voice guidance, etc. A 1.3-million-entry POI database and TeleAtlas maps for the United States and Canada are supplied on a 2GB microSD card. The 2GB microSD card, which comes with an SD adapter, has about 367MB free for your multimedia files and it accepts cards up to 4GB.

Enjoy Navigational Experience with Deluo 32-029-25

Combining ingenious Bluetooth technology flexibility with GPS SiRF Star III, The Deluo 32-029-25 with Oddyssey Mobile V4 North America gives you the utmost mobility with accurate vehicle positioning. The wireless Deluo Bluetooth GPS is simple, sleek and elegant in its design. About the size of a small cell phone and weighing in at mere ounces, this wireless wonder can transform almost any device (including Laptops, PDA's, and Smart Phones) into a navigation solution. It has dimensions of only 2.76 x 0.89 x 1.73 inches (W x H x D) and as a result very easy to carry about. Its portability is rivaled only by its flexibility in use, taking you from business trips to hiking to boating with ease.Its highly sensitive GPS receiver is capable of acquiring even the weakest of satellite signals. It is powered by a SiRFstarIII chipset designed to deliver fast satellite acquisition with low power consumption. There is also a built-in WAAS/EGNOS demodulator that provides unmatched accuracy and performance, and further enhanced signal reception. This software features an intuitive user interface and patented input methods that allow quick destination entry by address, crossroad and points of interest. Odyssey Mobile incorporates the industry leading SDAL format (developed by NAVTEQ) to provide better route calculation, smooth map display, advance search function, and superior voice guidance. The SDAL format is supported by major GPS providers such as Magellan, Microsoft, Clarion, Infogation, Panasonic and Pioneer. This software requires a Pocket PC or Pocket PC Phone Edition device running at least Windows Mobile 2003, 166 MHz or greater processor, 32 MB of RAM, and at least 128 MB of storage capability. With the On-board rechargeable lithium-ion, you can enjoy at least 6 hours, and averages 10 hours, of continuous operation. It works well on several operating system platforms that support SPP including Windows, Linux or Mac OS X.

FD-250 for Dummies offers the most Basic Navigation Experience

Designed with convenience and ease of use in mind, the FD-250 is a simple in-car GPS solution that gets you to your destination easily, quickly and accurately. The design of the FD-250 is as simple as they come. The casing is a combination of matte rubber on the front and a black plastic rear. With dimensions of 3.6" x 3.1" x .75", this GPS for Dummies FD-250 navigation unit has a 3.5-inch touch screen display with versatile 2D and 3D mapping options. Searching for an address is effortless, and there are plenty of options in this regard. The FD-250 allows searches by city first, street first, intersections and postcodes. Conveniently, when you select a suburb, the street names are filtered to quickly narrow down your search. In addition to searching for an address, you can also search for places or points of interest. Options include POIs near your current location and POIs in another city; you can also search these via name using the on-screen keyboard. Once you've entered your destination, you are then able to avoid roads, make a detour, or plan a multi-stop trip. Finally, FD-250 also includes a multimedia player, eBook reader and photo viewer, with files playable from the SD card. These features are very basic, but the large controls on the touch screen make them relatively straightforward to use.

Revies of the Holux GPSmile 52 Car Navigator

The Holux GPSmile 52 Car Navigator is the latest navigation system on the block that offers users easy usability, simple, and accurate automobile navigation. It comes with the critically acclaimed SiRFstar chip set under its hood. Thus thanks to this the Holux Navigator is capable of 10 meters accuracy with 20 channels. The device comes with a stylus that can be used to operate the touch screen. One amazing thing with this device is its battery life. An on board 2600mAh Li-Ion storage provides up to 10 hours of use time. That’s longer than some old iPods can last. GPSmile uses SD cards which can be used to bring some audio and image files with you. Also, the GPSmile 52 Car Navigation can take care your multimedia files as well. Simply attached an SD card preloaded with music and image files and the device will play or display them for you.

The RoadMate 3050T from Magellan

One of the newest in the Magellan RoadMate line of auto navigators is the Magellan Roadmate 3050T. It has all the features one looks in a premium GPS device. This compact GPS device will appeal to one and all as it offers real time updates and other high end features in a very sleek and stylish form factor. The 3050T is housed in a high-impact plastic case and able to operate in a temperature range of 32 to 113 degrees Fahrenheit (O to 45 degrees Celsius), the 3050T is versatile and durable enough to go where you want to go. At 8.64 ounces and measuring 4.8 x 3.8 x 1.4 inches, the navigation system is extremely portable. This device comes with comprehensive maps and POI database thanks to NAVTEQ, a leading provider of digital maps. For making life simpler for the user, the device comes with an array of options and services in traditional form or birds-eye 3D form. This basically means you can view data in either 3D or 2D to get a better grasp of data and locations. It affords users the real time traffic abilities for select metro areas, which will prompt you of accidents, incidents and construction that could affect your route. There are maps pre-installed for the entire USA, Puerto Rico and Canada and can be seen in the 3-D 'bird's eye' view, however it does not feature text-to-speech directions, meaning the unit does not announce actual street names. Although most of the provided navigation functions are the same, the display of the 3050T is a simple touchscreen version, with no extra coating layers. Moreover, there's no Bluetooth technology in there and neither is there a microphone, which means that the users won't be able to extend the 3050T's level of functionality to making calls as well. Though the device lacks Bluetooth, the other features more than make up for it. Other advanced navigation features include the SmartDetour for automatic re-routing around sudden slow freeway traffic, while the SayWhere text-to-speech system announces the street names with every direction so you don't have to look at the screen as you drive. In the same time, Multi-Destination Routing and Route Optimization let users plan a trip with up to twenty stops and instantly see the quickest way between them.

Nextar Releases P7 GPS Car Navigation System

Nextar P7 is a portable GPS navigation system that measures 4.82 Lb in weight with dimensions of 8.54 x4.68 x2.3 (inches). It comes preloaded with US and Canadian maps and includes 2-million points of interest for quick routing to destinations like restaurants or gas stations. It features an easy-to-read 7-inch digital color touch-screen, which can provide a 800 x 400 pixel resolution in 16:9 format. Moreover, the device is fitted with a sleek, blue LED backlit keypad, which provides all the necessary controls, via the built-in buttons or the jog wheel. Moreover, in case the user gets lost or misses a certain exit or turn, it can automatically recalculate the route to be followed. The device also comes packed with a 40-GB HDD, which can be used either for storing navigational data or music, since the P7 doubles as an MP3 player, but also with a Samsung 200 Mhz processor and 64MB of SDRAM. The built in 40 GB hard drive lets you store thousands of your favorite tunes. The built-in speakers deliver music and navigational voice prompts and should you miss a turn, the P7 automatically recalculates to set you back en- route. The GPS navigation system from Nextar sports USB 2.0 and USB host ports, which can be used either for connecting to a PC or for connecting a flash drive to the P7, and features a very user-friendly suction cup-based mounting system.

The Ultra Slim Garmin nüvi 1250

With the ultra slim nuvi 1250, Garmin redefines portable, affordable navigation. With a weight of only 4 ounces and a half-inch thickness, the device can easily fit in a pocket and can be taken just about anywhere. It has a large screen display, that will ensure that users get the big picture. View map detail, driving directions, photos, and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, bright 3.5-inch diagonal color display with white backlight is easy to read--from any direction. Another plus is the on-screen menus that are logically arranged, with clearly labeled, colorful icons, making it easy to enter data and get to the information you need quickly. The nüvi 1250 comes ready to go right out of the box, with pre-loaded City Navigator North America NT street maps and millions of points of interest (POIs), such as hotels, restaurants, fuel stations, ATMs, and more, with map data provided by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. Enter a destination on the touchscreen, and nüvi takes you there with 2-D or 3-D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. Text to speech enhances standard sat-nav voice guidance by speaking the names of places and roads. It even announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road. In addition, nüvi 1250 accepts custom points of interest, such as school zones and safety cameras, and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs. It also offer pedestrian navigation capability enabled through optional CityXplorer maps, which are available for select tourist destinations in North America and Europe and can easily be downloaded directly to the nüvi. The nüvi's enhanced user interface features improved graphics and a new slide control for menu operation, while ecoRoute suggests fuel-efficient routes to save drivers money and fuel. Also, Garmin's new public transit mode allows you to navigate using buses, tramway, metro, and suburban rail systems. Pre-loaded with City Navigator North America NT. Navigation is just the beginning. nüvi 1250 saves you gas and money with ecoRoute — a green feature that calculates the most fuel-efficient route, tracks fuel usage and more. The 1250 includes many travel tools including JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more.

Navigation Goes Easy with JVC eAvinu KVPX9S

If you are looking for an easy and fast way to have a navigation experience, you might want to consider the JVC eAvinu KVPX9S. This device comes with a built-in antenna and full-color, 3.5-inch touchscreen monitor for viewing movies stored on the built-in hard disk drive. It is pre-loaded with detailed map data of all 50 United States, plus Puerto Rico, and Canada. All major city streets as well as federal, state and county roads and highways are included. What's more, in JVC eAViNU GPS you'll find over 13 million POI (Point Of Interest) entries grouped into categories so you can easily find a variety of potential destinations. Find your destination and go, with precision, without worry. It is equipped with USB 2.0 and an SD Card slot for flexible loading of data from a PC. This dual interface means taking your favorite audiovisual content out for a drive is twice as easy! And as the icing on the cake, music files on SD Memory Card can be played directly too with the inclusion of MP3, WMA, WAV and video playback, and view JPEP or MPEG4 files. with the built-in stereo speakers, boosting the excitement of listening to music while outside your vehicle. Experience rock, hip-hop, live recordings, and more, with greater intensity than ever. To install, just attach JVC eAViNU GPS to the supplied suction cup mount and plug its power cord into the car lighter socket. Then set your destination and go driving! After you're there you can easily remove JVC eAViNU GPS Portable Navigation System and take it with you.

Garmin Nuvi 880 Out with Impressive features

The Garmin Nuvi 880 comes with a number of features, including text-to-speech functionality, MSN Direct services, and Bluetooth, into a compact design. The portable navigation system offers one of the best and most accurate speech recognition. This device has an integrated receiver which allows you to access enhanced dynamic content from the MSN Direct service. Check the weather, avoid traffic backups, compare local gas prices, get enhanced movie listings, stock information, news and local events when you travel with your unit. Even plan trips from the convenience of your computer, via Windows Live Local, and wirelessly send custom to your nüvi. The Garmin Nuvi 880 comes preloaded with City Navigator NT maps of North America and millions of points of interest. The POI database contains all the major categories (gas stations, lodging, ATMs, restaurants by cuisine type, and so forth) and more specialized interests, including golf courses, gyms, and nightclubs. On top of the preloaded entries, you can add custom POIs, such as safety cameras and school zones. The Garmin Nuvi 880 offers an impressive feature list and solid performance, but it's the accurate speech recognition that really pushes the Nuvi 880 over the edge.

Review of Atlantis X-380 from JJC

JC Communications of New Jersey has announced a pretty ho-hum GPS unit named Atlantis X-380. This device comes with a 3.5-inch TFT LCD, a 320 x 240-pixel resolution and very good brightness rating for viewing under bright sunlight. It comes with US road maps loaded onto an included 1 GB Secure Digital (SD) memory card, as well as a DVD with entire mapping of the United States and Puerto Rico. The built-in media player is compatible with MP3 digital audio and JPEG image formats as well as video files saved to SD card. The unit also includes a USB mini port for connecting to a PC for easy downloading directly to the SD card. The user-friendly Smart2go navigation software not only provides visual and voice directions to guide you on your route, but it also provides information on nearby restaurants, points of interest, gas stations, and other businesses. You can choose from three different directional modes (arrow, 2D, and 3D), and the night mode provides a pleasant, dim lit screen for usage in the dark. The gadget speaks 18 different languages when it comes to give directions through its built-in speaker. Moreover, it runs Windows CE.Net 4.2 on a 300MHz processor and comes with 64MB of RAM. The on board battery has 1400mAh of capacity which should last about 4 hours before it needs to charge. Other features include route simulation before a trip, Birdseye view, coast-to-coast routing, and searches by address, Yellow Pages, or waypoint.

WorldNav 3100 GPS from Teletype

The world 3100 GPS from Teletype is a simple, stylish and user-friendly street navigator which includes text to speech capabilities so it can speak street names. Navigation is displayed on a 3.5 inch touch screen. Maps of the USA come pre-installed on the WorldNav 3100 via an SD card. The 3100 measures 3.1 by 4.4 by 1 inch and weighs 6 ounces and a 3.5-inch (diagonal) screen which is visible in sunlight. It mounts very easily and securely to the Windshield and it can also be suctioned to the dash. When it comes to picking a GPS unit, few things matter more than ease of use - accuracy and the ability to navigate are most likely top on the list. The good news is that the WorldNav has a very streamlined, easy to use interface. Just push the power button and you have before you a screen (either 2 or 3D) with two soft "buttons" on the top of the screen - "Menu" and "Where to." Push the "Menu" button and you can set the unit in Day/Night mode, change your system of distance from miles to metric units, adjust the volume, show trip statistics, look at the "My Points" menu so you can look at or mark Way points and the like, change from 2D to 3D and more. Two significant features differentiate the WorldNav 3100 from similarly priced products in the shirt-pocket GPS category: a text-to-speech function and a large POI (Points of Interest) database. The Premium version, which ships with a 2GB storage card, has 12 million POIs. You can search the database of businesses either by address or by phone number. The Premium version also gives you a choice of either a male or female voice for turn-by-turn directions. The Deluxe version includes more than three million POIs. Unfortunately, the POIs aren't searchable by phone number. Also, this version offers only a female voice. Runs under Microsoft Windows CE. NET 4.2 operating system, WorldNav 3100 GPS is equipped with Samsung S3C2440 300MHz processor, SiRF Star III GPS chipset, SD card slot, and built-in 0.5W speakers. And inside the package, other than the GPS device itself, you can also find a 2GB SD card pre-loaded with the entire US and Puerto Rico maps data and over 12M POI.

The Lightweight Foretrex 101 from Garmin

Garmin Foretrex 101 is a wearable Personal Navigator, perfect for outdoor and marine enthusiasts who desire hands-free GPS navigation in a lightweight, affordable package.Lighter than many watches, this wrist-mounted navigator weighs just 74g (with batteries). The economical Foretrex 101 offers hands-free GPS navigation information allowing you to concentrate on your outdoor activities. Rugged for adventure, this wrist-top device is perfect for kayaking, canoeing, sailing, hiking, climbing and those who want a useful GPS in a lightweight, waterproof, and affordable package. Foretrex keeps track of your path and displays it as a tiny dotted trail on the screen. Just turn on Foretrex's TracBack® feature, and you can retrace your path back to the beginning. You can save locations in memory as waypoints (up to 500 of them), so you can always find your way back to any important place, like your campsite or vehicle. Foretrex also lets you put several waypoints together to create and store routes to all of your favorite places. To keep track of your trip, Foretrex 101 incorporates a trip computer, sunrise/sunset and hunting and fishing information and can connect to your PC with the serial cable. For sailing races and other competitions, you can set Foretrex's timers to count down the start sequence of a race and sound audible alarms when a certain time has passed. If you need to resynchronize your timer at any time, you can do so with just one button press. The large-number display makes it easy to see data at a glance. It's easy-to-use interface and basic GPS capabilities are perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who would rather replace the batteries than recharge the unit in the field.

iCN 320- Simple GPS Unit from Navman

The iCN 320 is a low cost GPS unit equipped with a basic features set and designed for use straight out of the box. It has is a small concave shaped unit with a fold out antenna that flips out at the rear when the GPS is in use. The lightweight portable design and a built-in rechargeable battery allow you to use it in any vehicle, or even outside the car as a handheld GPS navigation device. The iCN 320 provides important data on its high definition, anti-glare color screen, as well as clear voice directions, allowing you to focus on your driving. With the iCN 320 you not only receive advanced distance warning to your next turn, you also have the reassuring Back-On-Track function returning you to your original course if you make a wrong turn.The latest SmartST in-car navigation software features 3D maps view, voice guidance and Back-on-Track route recalculation. Navman ICN 320 also features portable and user friendly door-to-door navigation Voice-guided directions Rechargeable battery, no installation of maps needed and it has back on track in case you take a wrong turn POI. Other features are; Postcode address search, Voice instructions, Favourite destinations stored, Navigation Views, Turn by Turn Next manoeuvre, 2D Mini map 2D Moving map 3D Moving map, Day mode Night mode, Advanced Nearest POI, Multiple route planning and you can even import your own POI.

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Leica Geosystems Unveils CI-14 CAT Interface Module

As a result of its commitment to deliver OEM interface options by working in close cooperation with leading OEMs to achieve our vision of being the leading provider of innovative machine control solutions, Leica Geosystems announced the release of the CI-14 CAT Interface Module, designed to greatly simplify and reduce cost of installation of its Leica Geosystems 2D & 3D machine control systems on modern Caterpillar earthmoving equipment with heavy duty responsibilities. Saving money and thereby being cost effective, CI-14 eliminates the cost and effort of installing add-on hydraulic valves in order to control various Caterpillar K and T Series dozers and M Series motorgraders. CI-14 can be used in conjunction with laser, slope, ultrasonic or 3D GPS/GNSS as well as the Leica PowerTracker total station sensors, and adds �plug and grade� control capability to Leica PowerGrade. The CI-14 module is suitable for 2D and 3D automatic control with failsafe operation and full operator override at any time. Robust, field-proven hardware and field-programmable software allow for future enhancements and the CAN-Bus design ensures reliable operation and simple diagnostics, according to the manufacturer. It offers simple and rapid plug-in installation for the latest Cat machines. It is compatible with both ARO-prepared and non-ARO bulldozers, as well as motorgraders. There is no CAT SEA license activation fee to pay �Leica Geosystems is committed to delivering further OEM interface options by working in close cooperation with leading OEMs to achieve our vision of being the leading provider of innovative machine control solutions,� according to Rich Calvird, product marketing manager.

Leica Geosystems and Maptek in Partnership for Long-Range Mine-Scanning

Leica Geosystems and Maptek has entered into an international OEM Supply Agreement to facilitate the supply of Maptek�s I-Site products. This software will be sold with Leica's brand as contained in the terms of agreement. After many months of competitive evaluation and negotiation and technical demonstrations by Maptek in Leica Geosystems' Heerbrugg, Switzerland, headquarters and the final qualification of Maptek's manufacturing facility in Adelaide, South Australia, the agreement was eventually reached. According to J�rgen Dold, President of Leica Geosystems Geospatial Solutions Division, �Our industry-leading HDS laser scanners and software already effectively address short- and mid-range, high-accuracy as-built and topographic survey applications. This agreement with Maptek adds complementary, long-range scanning hardware and mining�specific software solutions for easier, faster and more accurate mine quantity surveys and mine mapping. "The Maptek partnership promises to be especially beneficial in certain geographic regions. The first long range scanners were delivered to Leica in January 2009 for marketing into the Russian, Eastern Bloc and Asian markets. The OEM Supply Agreement is based on current products and may also be extended to next generation products," he concluded. Maptek CEO, Barry Henderson, also has this to say �Maptek�s high-performance I-Site 4400 Laser Scanning Systems, Studio Software package, and internal support organisation, combined with Leica Geosystems� global distribution network and leadership position in the overall laser scanning industry, forms a winning partnership." He believed that the agreement represents a major step forward for Maptek commercially. Maptek can focus on vital I-Site R&D projects and delivering quality products as the I-Site team continues to evolve and enhance the products.

Trimble Unveils R8 GNSS System

Trimble announced that it will be introduce introducing two new products as part of its Connected Survey Site model-the Trimble R8 GNSS system and next-generation VRS network solution—Trimble VRS3NET software. The positioning products, with Trimble R-Track technology, support GPS L2C and L5 signals as well as GLONASS adding greater flexibility and more robust signal tracking to provide a seamless and streamlined workflow for all of the critical phases of surveying. The Trimble R8 GNSS system is a multi-channel, multi-frequency, GNSS receiver, antenna, and data-link radio all in one compact unit. The Trimble R8 GNSS combines advanced receiver technology and a proven system design to provide maximum accuracy and productivity. Powered by an enhanced Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) engine, R-Track technology in the Trimble R8 GNSS now supports both the next-generation GPS L2C and L5 signals and GLONASS L1/L2 signals. The GNSS signals are capable of providing surveying professionals with real field benefits. The Trimble R8 GNSS system is designed to support Trimble's Integrated Surveying solution. Surveyors can combine GPS and optical data in one job file in powerful Trimble field software such as Trimble Survey Controller software.The Trimble R8 GNSS system is designed to support Trimble's Integrated Surveying solution. Surveyors can combine GPS and optical data in one job file in powerful Trimble field software such as Trimble Survey Controller software. The second product, the Trimble VRS3NET software, provides users with a suite of tools for creating and managing a VRS network that is designed to support current and future Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) constellations. Based on Microsoft .NET architecture and Microsoft SQL server, this advanced architecture provides the technical flexibility and scalability needed to accommodate future GNSS and Satellite-based Augmentation Systems (SBAS), operating systems, and the addition of evolving IT hardware. It has an added advantage to run autonomously on a network, yet is highly secure and features an intuitive user interface. The software also provides network operators with advanced Web application tools such as billing and accounting modules that allow them to easily automate a variety of commercial tasks. VRS3NET software includes tools through the use of Google Maps technology. Trimble VRS .NET software offers system operators the tools needed to install, monitor, maintain and expand a precise positioning network. It is expected to be available in April 2009.

Trimble Releases Yuma Rugged Computer

Trimble, the world leader in outdoor rugged computing, has released a new model in their range of rugged, outdoor handheld computers in the form of the Trimble Yuma Rugged UMPC which has been designed to ‘meet stringent MIL-STD-810F military standards for drops, vibration and humidity’ whilst also boasting IP67 rating making it ‘impervious to dust and water and it operates in temperatures from -30 to 60 degrees C’. The Yuma measures 9.0 x 5.5 inches, is two inches thick, and weighs 2.6 pounds with the standard battery. The sunlight-readable display measures 7.0 inches diagonally and offers WVGA resolution, which means 1024 x 600 pixel in the by now almost ubiquitous wide aspect ratio format. This is the same format used by almost all of the current crop of netbooks, though their displays are most often in the 9-inch range. The Trimble Yuma rugged tablet was designed to be fully functional in any outdoor environment – no matter how extreme. It is aimed specifically at ‘public safety, field service, forestry, utilities, mapping, military and other outdoor or service-related applications. It comes with a 1.6-GHz processor and a 32-GB solid-state hard drive and sports a 7? 1024 x 600 (WVGA) resolution sunlight-readable display, a 32GB solid state drive, integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, built-in GPS as well as two geotag-enabled cameras, two USB 2.0 ports and a 34 pin Expresscard and SDIO slot. According to the marketing manager for Trimble’s Mobile Computing Solutions Division, Shawn Curtis, “Connectivity in the field is vital for mobile workers. Today, they demand integrated solutions that are reliable and easy-to-use, so they can be more efficient and avoid the need to transcribe information once they return to the office. With the Yuma tablet, Trimble delivers just that. Now, workers can carry their office wherever they work. Its dynamic mix of ergonomic design, ruggedness and computing speed comes at a cost of ownership that’s very attractive in the tablet computer market today.” Although no information about pricing details was available at the time of writng, the Trimble Yuma Rugged UMPC is expected to commence shipping from April.

TomTom XL 330 Offers Easy Navigation

TomTom XL 330 is one of the award winning navigation software that confer great navigational experience to its users. This GPS sports a wide touchscreens that provides a large and easy to see navigation interface for drivers.The XL 330 comes with a text-to-speech (TTS) capability which allows the GPS to announce street names when giving navigation directions rather than simply stating the turn direction. TTS improves added driving safety by providing confirmation that you are on route without needing to check the map display. The TomTom XL 330 units are preloaded with US and Canadian maps as well as a database of millions of Points of Interest (POI) which can be annotated with your own custom POI. A useful feature is being able to get alerts when a particular type of POI (eg. post office) is within range. It has a Help Me feature which provides information about the nearest car repair service center, police station, or hospital. It also allows users to either locate or call the closest emergency service provider. Apart from allowing users to quickly identify their exact location, Help Me! can also provide this information to emergency service providers for quicker help.

Pharos PK037 is an Elegant Pocket Navigator

The Pharos PK037 is a unique pocket GPS navigator that offers its users quality navigation experience on windows mobile platform. It comes with a iGPS-360 convertible receiver with a sync-cable connector and car charger which powers the GPS while charging your Pocket PC simultaneously. Interestingly, the iGPS-360 receiver is a small, slim, and highly sensitive GPS receiver, and is convertible to meet your muti-functional navigation needs (i.e. CF, USB, Bluetooth with optional accessories).The iGPS-360 receiver comes with the cables that connect to the sync-port of your Pocket PC. There is also the Ostia navigation software supplied on CD-ROMs. This software is Pharos' award-winning navigation software for Windows Mobile-based Pocket PCs and it has details of street-level maps for the entire US and Canada. With Ostia installed on your Pocket PC, locating your current position, or finding a destination or point of interest (POI) is fast and simple. Another very interesting point is that routes can be calculated and viewed. Should you go "off route, " there is an incorporated automated voice which will give an off-route warning. By simply pushing the "Action" button on your HP iPAQ, the system will reroute you to your destination from your current position.

Lowrance Upgrades iFinder Hunt

Lowrance has recently upgraded its iFinder Hunt to a designated label "C" and it comes with improved features for better performance. Notable among the improved features are the hunting-specific graphic icons for marking treestands, game signs, ATV's, and vehicles, that makes the Lowrance iFinder Hunt C the ideal companion when you're looking for big game. With a built-in electronic compass and barometric altimeter with weather predictions, as well as the unique "Scout Mode" to mark area perimeters and create borders, this navigation system lets you take control of your hunting expeditions. It features a bright, easy-to-read 2.62-inch diagonal color TFT display with 240 x 160 resolution and a white LED backlit screen for superb direct sunlight and low-light or night viewing. Saving time is the dual processors deliver higher speed screen updates and scrolling, while the dual Easy and Advanced operation modes give you the flexibility to choose what works best for you. The Lowrance iFINDER Hunt finds your location by using its precision 16-parallel channel GPS + WAAS receiver. Assisted by the U.S. Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), the iFINDER is accurate to within 3 meters or better. The MMC/SD digital memory card slot gives you the option to record and play GPS trip details, while the internal back-up memory keeps important data safe. And should you wish to expand your navigation database, the Hunt C is compatible with optional plug and play Lowrance FreedomMaps, Fishing Hot Spots Elite, LakeMaster ProMaps, NauticPath, and Navionics electronic charts. Other nice functions include an electronic compass, barometric altimeter, as well as weather alerts. The Lowrance iFinder Hunt C also comes with an MP3 music player as well as a microphone which enables you to add voice notes to waypoints you add.