Overview of Nav-Cam 7000 GPS

The Nav-Cam 7000 portable navigation device offers door-to-door satellite navigation complete with visual and voice guidance. It is another Windows-based system, in a smart, compact case with a flip-up GPS receiver on the back. It comes with an intuitive user interface that have a good, positive feel and is large enough to press easily, even with your driving gloves on. One omission, though, is a volume control wheel – you have to use the on-screen menus. It sports dimensions of 130mm x 74mm x 21.8mm and weght of 191g. The 3.5" LCD TFT screen is responsive and comes with a 320 x 240 resolution 64,000 colors. The touchscreen CPU features a Samsung S3C2410A with a 64MB SDRAM, giving you the power and versatility to play back MP3 files and view digital photos. The Nav-Cam is pre loaded with a huge database of POI's (points of interest) that cover a wide range of useful destinations - from ATM's to Wineries. You can also bookmark your own favorite destinations for future use or select a destination from your personal destination history. It includes pre-installed maps of the U.S. and Canada and its GPS satellite navigation system picks up approximately 1.5 million points of interest, so you'll be covered wherever you find yourself within this coverage areas. Add a 1GB sound card, touch screen control and intuitive menus, along with full-screen 2D and 3D maps with precise voice guidance and instant address retrieval from recently used favorites. The unit also has hardware buttons that offer an alternative way of browsing the map. Navigation can be displayed in a stunning 3D mode, which brings the maps and roads to life. Road names and numbers are displayed on the map as you navigate with the added benefit of highway numbers being spoken as well. Another intersting point to note is the fact that the Nav-Cam can run on AC adapter, car charger or its included Li-Ion battery with 2-hour run time in full navigation mode.

Pharos Drive GPS 140 for Mobile Users

With a nice bundle of features plus a large screen, the Pharos Drive 140 GPS is a good choice for users who are always on the go and want a sleek all-in-one portable nav system that can keep up with their road warrior tendencies. The Pharos Drive GPS 140 is equipped with a 20-channel SiRFstarIII and uses Ostia maps of the United States and Canada, which are preloaded on the included 2GB SD card. It also offers a Smart Navigator feature (found under the Power User menu), which is a subscription-based service that provides traffic updates, new maps, a POI finder, and a Follow Me for tracking other members in your group-all wirelessly. The portable navigation device is powered by Pharos’ “OSTIA” software, which offers an easy to use interface for rapid input of addresses and output of driving directions. OSTIA also allows for customization of the device, where users have the option to select from five different languages, choose how they wish to have their route calculated and also decide if they wish to view their route in a “heading up” or “north up” manner. he GPS 140 supports 2D and 3D views, day and night map modes, automatic route recalculation if you veer off track, route demos, and multistop trips. Furthermore, the handsfree Bluetooth feature for cell phones helps to keep eyes on the road when making calls. For added entertainment when driving for long distances, the 140 also comes equipped with a photo viewer, an MP3 player and a video player. Music files as well as video files can be heard in full sound when connected to a vehicles sound system via the speaker outlet jack on the 140. The 140 comes with everything one might need to power the unit and display it in your vehicle. A windshield mounting bracket, USB cable, AC charger, 12-volt DC car charger and 2GB SD card are included, making for easy installation right out of the box.

A Look at Uniden TRAX350 MAPTRAX

The Uniden Trax350 GPS system is a portable mobile GPS navigation unit that features a 3.5-in color LCD display screen that automatically adjusts between night and daylight viewable settings in accordance with the time of day. The daylight viewable setting minimizes glare while the night-view setting offers a bright, easy-to-read display. In addition to excellent picture quality, this portable GPS system is equipped with an intuitive user-interface and Easy Touch screen that lets you control all the MapTrax functions and make adjustments according to your preferences. This unit comes with a pre-loaded, full map of North America complete with over 2-million POIs (Points of Interest). It also includes two gigabytes of internal map memory so you can download or add anything you need, and a windshield mount for easy and safe use in the car. Meanwhile, voice-prompt functionality allows you to focus on your driving. It features an enhanced Text to Speech Navigation that offers the most accurate turn-by-turn instructions including calling out the actual name of the street and making it easier for them to keep their eyes on the road while driving.The onboard 400MHz processor offers real-time accuracy and lightning fast mapping and remapping of routes.

Nextar M3-MX Mobile GPS Introduced by Nextar

Nextar, a designer and marketer of bold and new consumer electronic products with mass appeal, has introduced a new mobile GPS unit that provides not only detailed 2D and 3D maps of both countries, but also offers all menus and voice prompts in English and Spanish. The new system called Nextar M3-MX, features a generous 3.5” TFT touch-screen display that provides users with large, clear, colorful images and at 0.9 inches, it’s a little thicker than most navigators. Still, the M3-MX and the included window mount are small enough to stash in your glove compartment. A special automatic night mode feature provides additional screen lighting for even easier-on-the-eye viewing. Voice-guided directions with turn-by-turn voice prompts are given over the built-in stereo speaker. The system shows 1.6-million points of interest, including hotels, shopping centers, gas stations, and restaurants. If the driver misses a turn, the system will automatically recalculate a revised route. The unit may also be used for walkers, as it provides pedestrian routes of up to six miles that are not limited by vehicle constraints. Digital map data is supplied by NAVTEQ, the preeminent provider of comprehensive digital map information for automotive navigation systems. It comes preloaded with USA and Mexico map on 2 GB SD Card.The device can play MP3 and video files and features day/night mode for easy viewing. Power comes from internal rechargeable Li-ion battery. The unit ships with an in-home AC adapter for recharging and a car DC adapter for power during trips.

Holux M-1000C Bluetooth GPS Logger Helps You Chart Your Track

The Holux M-1000C is a Bluetooth GPS logger that helps you track your chart regardless of where you go. The Holux M-1000C is equipped with integrated MTK MT 3329 low power consumption GPS chipset. The Holux M-1000C GPS logger comes with a solitary button, that is the power button, as all the rest of the configuration is performed using the included Holux ezTour software. Depending on your mode of transport, you are able to configure the M-1000C to work with a car or bike, or even when you're on your feet for a hike or run. This small GPS receiver can be used as an independent travel recorder and as an external GPS unit for a mobile phone. It can record time, date, speed, altitude and GPS coordinates to its internal 4MB memory space (enough for 200,000 coordinates). The Holux M-1000c has Bluetooth and micro-USB interfaces. It can be charged in the car via the USB port. The product comes with EzTour PC application for viewing the travel route and pictures taken along the route. It offers superior sensitivity with its sensitivity strength up to 162 dBm and 66 parallel satellite-trackingsearch channels for fast acquisition and reacquisition that store as much as 200,000 log data recording / waypoints. You can view your journey in the built-in Google Maps window. With the help of the Google Earth Plug-In you can view your voyage & pictures on Google Earth. The device features a built-in WAAS/EGNOS demodulator without additional hardware and is compatible with Bluetooth Serial Port Profile (SPP). It can be charged in the car via the USB port. The product comes with EzTour PC application for viewing the travel route and pictures taken along the route.

Hard Disk Drive Navigation System from Clarion

Clarion NAX980HD is a new hard disk drive Navigation system that offers solution for those that are looking for the perfect navigation unit.It is one of the quickest built-in navigation system available in the market today. It comes with built-in maps that cover the entire contiguous 48 USA, with the added bonus of coverage for Canada. There is literally almost nowhere in North America the NAX980HD can't take you and it will do so with superb accuracy and punctuality whether it's a long trip or just local errands. With its ultra high speed processing capabilities, crystal clear imaging, multiple routing alternatives, and installation height just over 1" (28mm), this is the way to get between points A and B as effortlessly as possible. Clarion has built-in a Graphics Processing unit into the NAX980HD to provide 2D and 3D menus and maps. This processing unit results in a seamless playback of the navigation and menu scrolling. The menus are smooth with large touch screen icons to make the navigation process easier. Add the 12-channel GPS receiver, the built-in Gyroscope, a few other functions, and the Clarion NAX980HD will get you to where you need to go. It will know where you are, where your going, how to get there, and can even learn your driving habits. The NAX980HD is designed for the Clarion MAX685BT and VRX785BT. The 3D graphical interface on the touchscreen front panel called “My List” allows the user to virtually point to their choice of on-screen commands and execute them in a single step. Menus such as “Favorites” or “Frequent” allow the user faster access to regular destinations. This unit gives you seamless operation and by using a high sensitivity 12-channel GPS receiver, an on-board gyroscope and connecting to the vehicle's speed sense circuit, the NAX980HD to functions just like a factory installed navigation system. It knows where you are, which way you are going, and actually learns your driving habits to get you where you want to go like no other system. Clarion Corporation of America is a leading manufacturer of mobile electronics and has its headquarters in Cypress, California.

Introducing a Touch Bluetooth GPS GlobalTop G66

Measuring around 78.5 mm x 49.7 mm x 6.8 mm and at a weight of around 30 grams, the GlobalTop GPS is quite a portable and compact device that is easy to carry about comfortably. At that dimensions, it is even smaller than a business card therefore can fit easily into the pocket. The GlobalTop G66 Bluetooth GPS Receiver comes with the latest MediaTek (MTK) 51 channel all-in-view tracking technology and it is powered by an MTK GPS chipset that provides 51-channel all-in-view tracking, and sports a built-in active patch antenna. The Bluetooth interface allows the device to communicate with a variety of electronic devices from cell phones to laptops making them location aware. It depends on the software what you want to do this with this information of course. G66 has built-in flash memory so it can save satellite information. This Bluetooth GPS receiver is designed as an ultra low power consumption device, and high position accuracy. It will update the satellite position 5 times per second. The design concept for this BT GPS receiver is not only make GPS only put in automobile but want users can put it in their pocket and take away to get their location with their mobile phone or handheld PDA.

Garmin Introduces two New GPS, StreetPilot c320 and c330

The StreetPilot c320 and c330 are Garmin new in-vehicle GPS receivers for use in your car or truck. These units offer everything you want in a car navigation system including automatic routing, crystal clear voice guidance, address lookup, 2D or 3D maps and an extensive database of points of interest. There is a step-by-step instructional training DVD walks you through the key features and functions of the Garmin StreetPilot c320 and c330 units from the basics to advanced operation. Learn everything you need to know to begin using your automotive portable receiver from choosing your destination, calculating routes to reviewing points of interest and looking up addresses. Through hands on demonstrations and on the road screen examples you'll discover the most important features, learn how to use the map, look up points of interest, how to operate the navigator to automatically form a route and guide you to any destination you desire to travel. The c320/c330 (uniquely) does not normally pop up a window to show you a turn. Instead, a thick pink line shows your project route on the map and an upcoming turn is announced on the audio and shown as a thick white line with arrow on the road and through the turn. The "comes with the kit" 128meg SD map memory will be enough for many users. The fact that the full USA coverage basemap can be used for navigation on interstates and major roads and highways mitigates the need for full coverage of the high detail maps. The StreetPilot is also very quick at calculating routes – this is especially useful if you go “off route” and you need an alternative, although it does sometimes insist on making you turn around and go back the way you came. It also comes with a WAAS-enabled 12 parallel channel GPS Built-in patch antenna; MCX-type connector for optional external GPS antenna connection.

Harman Kardon GPS-510 Gives Easy Navigation

Easy to use and requiring no installation, the Harman Kardon GPS-510 is a GPS that gets the job done easily with its highly intuitive features. The GPS-510 has maps of U.S. and Canada preloaded and has a 4″ touch screen that may not matter so much since it also features text-to-speech voice prompts so you can always keep your eyes on the road. Interacting with the GPS-510's touchscreen is delightfully intuitive and reliable; there's really no need for a stylus or navigation buttons, which simplifies things on the road. The division of the main interface into four main quadrants is a helpful touch, and it's refreshing to see manufacturers moving away from awkward icon-based menus. Instead of drilling down through lists of icons, all of the GPS-510's options are presented on simple, color-coded shapes. The GPS-510 strives to be much more than just another GPS device in a crowded market, and that's likely why Harman Kardon has polished the multimedia features of the device so well. With support for MP3 and WMA music files, the music player has a refreshingly intuitive user interface and good sound quality. It's a cinch to browse music on your SD card by artist, album, genre, playlist, and song. Another nice touch is that you can keep the music playing while the unit is in navigation mode. Harman Kardon GPS-510 is multilingual offering map directions and voice guidance in 17 different languages. It also has traffic message channel receiver which will come with 3 month trial subscription and will offer live traffic information in most big cities.

Review of Nextar S3 Car GPS Receiver

With Nextar S3 automobile GPS navigation, you can find your way around so easily without much trouble. This S3 automobile navigation System from Nextar brings your navigation skills up to date with all the accuracy and modern magic of satellite-aided way finding. Just mount your Nextar navigation system in your car and head out on the road. The S3 comes with a 3.5 inches screen and it gives you turn-by-turn voice prompts to help you find your destination without taking your eyes off the road. The built-in address book stores up to 300 of your most often-used locations, so you only have to enter them once. If you run into congested traffic or road construction along your route, it’s easy to find a detour, and if you deviate from the course the S3 has laid out, it will automatically recalculate. Included with the maps, which contains the complete 50 states of U.S, and POI (Points of Interest) database is a speed limit database, so the S3 can alert you when you’re exceeding the posted limit. You can also play MP3 music from an SD card (not included). The rechargeable Li-ion battery lets you take the S3 with you when you leave you car, and keep enjoying your music, or navigate on foot.

The Portable Garmin StreetPilot i3

The StreetPilot i3 from Garmin is a portable, compact and inexpensive automotive GPS that will appeal to the first-time navigation system user. It's about the size of a baseball, perhaps slightly smaller measuring just 3 by 2.74 by 2.15 inches (W x H x D). It offers everything you want in a car navigation system, including automatic routing, crystal-clear voice guidance, address look-up and 2D or 3D maps. Receive voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions through a powerful built-in speaker. The StreetPilot i3 comes with a MapSource City Select North America DVD. On this DVD is mapping detail of the entire United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico complete with almost six million points of interest including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, and attractions. Users load the City Select data onto an included 128MB Transflash data card via a fast USB connection. The Garmin StreetPilot i3 may not offer all the features of the more expensive GPS systems-such as a touch screen, a remote control, built-in maps, multirouting capabilities, and text-to-speech technology--but it has enough features to satisfy most drivers. Turn-by-turn voice and text-based driving directions, fast route calculations, a 6 million points-of-interest (POI) database, and a strong 12-channel, WAAS-enabled receiver are only part of the package. If you wander off course, the i3 will recalculate a new route to get you back on track, and you can create a detour if you're unhappy with your current route. You can adjust how much map detail will be displayed, choose between 2D and 3D map views, and save frequently visited destinations to a Favorites folder by pressing the scroll wheel. The portable StreetPilot i3 conveniently moves from vehicle to vehicle with an easy, adjustable mount. Its compact size makes it convenient to take along on business trips and use in rental cars. For added convenience, you can power the unit with two AA batteries or the included 12-volt adapter cable.

Reviewing the Harman Kardon GPS-500

The Harman Kardon GPS-500 is a standalone satnav unit features voice navigation on a nice big 4" display, and also includes the ability to play MP3 music as well as videos. The main attraction of the GPS-500 is its wide-screen 4-inch WQVGA display. The touch screen is responsive and features a 480x272-pixel resolution through which users can enjoy extra sharp text and maps. Harman Kardon Guide + Play GPS-500 is designed for navigation and entertainment, but route guidance is the primary and most attractive function of this device. The GPS-500 is equipped with a Centrality Atlas II GPS chip and comes preloaded with TeleNav maps of the United States. Before hitting the road, you may want to dig into Route Options and Navigation Settings menus to set your preferences for route creation. POIs are called “Places” on the Guide + Play GPS-500. You have the option to navigate to a place nearby, near another location, near the current destination, or near another city in the current state. Maps are presented in 2D and 3D views and can automatically switch between day and night colors for optimal viewing. There are icons to zoom in and out of maps, and you have the option to have "north" set at the top of your screen or the direction in which you are driving. During a planned trip, the GPS-500 will also display onscreen information about the direction and distance to your next turn, current street name, estimated time of arrival, and remaining time and distance. It comes with a media player supports MP3, MP4, WMA, ASF, WAV, and OGG music files and also displays ID3 tag information and album art when available. There's a Repeat and Shuffle function, and you can browse tracks by artist, album, genre, or playlist. For videos, you can view MPEG-4 and WMV9 clips. The GPS-500's SD slot can accept up to 4GB cards and has a USB 2.0 interface for faster data transfer.

Magellan Triton 1500 Comes with Direct Upload Capability for National Geographic TOPO Maps

The Magellan Triton 1500 is an ultimate outdoor GPS that comes with direct-upload capability for National Geographic TOPO maps. It is the first handheld GPS to offer compatibility with National Geographic TOPO! maps. These highly detailed nation-wide topographic maps based on USGS 1:24,000 series quads, offer seamless scalability, multi-layer overlays and much more. The device sports a large, 2.7" color touch screen that makes it easy to navigate the simple, intuitive menus and control navigation features with a touch. The Triton 1500 hosts a built-in LED flashlight along with MP3 and audio book support through a headphone jack. The receiver also comes equipped with an embedded speaker and microphone for audio recording (for geographic location and waypoint storage). Rugged and waterproof, the Triton 1500 is built to withstand intense use, accidental impact and immersion in one meter of water for up to 30 minutes (IPX-7). Touch-screen technology makes it easy to use all the advanced features. View the elevation profile for the trail ahead (or any route) or even the track you just traveled. See the precise time of sunrise/sunset any day of the year. Get a calculation of the best hunting and fishing time, and more. The Magellan Triton 1500 GPS is designed for precision navigation, offering the fastest GPS positioning acquisition in the industry with the SiRFstarIII™ chipset. An integrated high-sensitivity antenna provides reliable signal reception even in heavy cloud cover, canyons or deep woods. Built-in signal augmentation reception (WAAS/EGNOS) provides 3-meter accuracy. Magellan's Triton 1500 hosts an SD card slot for expanded map, music, photo, geocache and terrain storage as well. SD-card compatibility makes it easy to expand your navigation capabilities by adding detailed maps and applications. Upload optional detailed topographic maps, marine cartography, and other applications to find your way on all your outdoor adventures.

Reviewing the Navigon 2120

By releasing the Navigon 2120 to North America and Canada users, Navigon has established that it is really ready to give them great experience when it comes to GPS navigation. The Navigon 2120 comes with basic features that coordinate together to give great performance. Just like it twin sister Navigon 2100, the 2120 sports a 4.3" touchscreen display and advanced features but comes with its peculiar features which includes Free Real-Time Traffic Updates for Life to route you around congestion. The device has the text-to-speech functionality, and the reality view which promises to bring 3D, photo-realistic views of complex interchanges, complete with road geometry and actual road signs to your dashboard. The Reality View™ Pro displays actual 3D visuals of complex highway intersections and exits so you never miss your exit again. The incorporated Advanced Text-to-Speech Voice Guidance with street names lets you keep your eyes on the road and millions of pre-loaded points of interest (POI) are a cinch to search. There is also DirectHelp? feature that provides directions to nearby emergency service providers—including hospitals, pharmacies and roadside assistance—at the touch of a button. Now you can enjoy the world's most comprehensive restaurant and entertainment guide — right on your NAVIGON GPS device. With ZAGAT's trusted Ratings and Reviews, you will know exactly where to stay and play during your travels and, with NAVIGON's guidance you will know exactly how to get there. The guide includes over 21,000 entries covering a variety of categories, including restaurants, hotels, golf courses, nightclubs and attractions in over 70 cities in the U.S. and Canada.

Pioneer AVIC-F500BT Offers Navigation with Digital Player and LCD

The Piooneer AVIC-F500BT offers most of the goodies folks who are entertainment inclined will find very handy. This system offers the ability to add in-car navigation and extended entertainment without modifying your existing car stereo and it is best suited to vehicles that have standard OEM audio systems. The F500BT allows you to access videos (MPEG4) and music (MP3 and WMA) from USB drives and SD cards. You can sort your files into separate folders and the unit lets you scroll them on the touch screen. The AVIC-F500BT sports a 5.8 inch WVGA touchscreen with screen resolution of 800x480, this high-resolution touch screen with large, intuitive menu items makes operation quick and easy. And of course, the screen is portable (with battery included). So you can switch between cars, too. The address entry screen is fairly straightforward and comparable to most portable GPS units on the market. The touch screen is responsive and you can switch between QWERTY and ABC keyboard layouts. The main innovation of the AVIC-F500BT is its enhanced voice-command capabilities. Drivers can use the F500BT's built-in Voicebox technology to control and request music from a connected iPod and to make calls via a Bluetooth-connected cell phone. In contrast to the formulaic voice commands required by most factory-installed and aftermarket systems, VoiceBox technology allows drivers to request songs and contacts using conversational commands and intent-based commands. Rather than requesting an audio track by number or using a prescribed word order, users can ask for music in a more conversational way.

Get to Your Destination Quickly with Nextar X3i

With a 3.5inch, the Nextar X3i provides you with a great display to get you to your destination in no time. This unit also comes with unique features that the X3 series are known with and these include great aesthetics and ergonomics values. The X3i gives you turn-by-turn voice prompts to help you find your destination without taking your eyes off the road. The built-in address book stores up to 300 of your most often-used locations, so you only have to enter them once. If you run into congested traffic or road construction along your route, it’s easy to find a detour, and if you deviate from the course the X3i has laid out, it will automatically recalculate. It comes with the maps and POI (Points of Interest) database. This is a speed limit database, so the X3i can alert you when you’re exceeding the posted limit. You can also add MP3 music and photos to the included SD card for mobile playback. The rechargeable Li-ion battery lets you take the X3i with you when you leave you car, and keep enjoying your music, or navigate on foot. Customize the X3i’s look to suit your style with the interchangeable, colored face plates (black white and pink included). Overall the product does its job and very easy to use as GPS, mp3 player and photo viewer.

A look at the 60GB Cowon Q5W

The Cowon Q5 is quite simply one of the best big touchscreen players for quality video. It is a portable media player with a stunning 5 inch touchscreen display and built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. The Cowon Q5W's 5-inch touch screen (800x480 resolution) is both beautiful and responsive. Like those on most PVPs, the Q5W's display is constructed with a reflective plastic that limits visibility in direct sunlight. Despite its secondary use as a mirror, however, low-light conditions make colors dramatically pop on the screen. The Q5W also includes a suite of Microsoft applications that run "natively" on its Windows CE 5 operating system, including MSN Messenger, Internet Explorer, WordPad (which makes the text reader somewhat redundant), and a couple of card games. For an extra $35, you can also have Cowon bundle a suite of Microsoft Office reader applications, allowing you to read (but not alter or save) files created in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat. Because the Cowon Q5W is based on the Windows CE 5 operating system, there is the potential to run third-party software designed for this antiquated platform. The unit has a Bluetooth technology for wireless connectivity and there are two different version with internal memory of 40GB or 60GB.

Navsgo GO760 Out with 7" Widescreen

The Navsgo GO760 comes with decent look, this multi-functional GPS unit is the awesome "7 TFT touch control screen. Everything looks so much better and much more enjoyable at this viewing size. The GPS system is very fast and has a lot of functionality that you would find in top of the line portable units. This unit sports the newest iGO8 navigation software, which with 3D building maps and Text-to-Speech voice guide. The voice support is available in Multi language and the languages supported are English, French, Spanish and Portuguese. When it comes to multimedia functionality, the GO760 delivers jolly well and it supports function including Music Player available in mp3, wav, mid files format, Video Player that supports asf, avi, mp4, wmv files and a Photo Viewer that supports mbp jpg, png, fig files. The in-built FM transmission can transmit all sound including Navigating Guiding Voice to your vehicle FM radio. The GO760 is equipped with lithium battery, which can supply power to the unit even without using your car charger. When you need to shut off your engine for a while, like fill the gas, or buy a cup of coffee, you can just switch the device into SLEEPING OFF status by a single click, with one more click, the screen will restore to the status before sleeping off within 1 second, you can keep on going immediately other than wait for several minutes to input your route again. Additional features are the SMART ZOOM that automatically adjusts zoom in or out and viewing angle to give you the optimal view in any situation, millions of POIs(Point of Interest) with phone number, including gas stations, parking, restaurants, ATMs, hospital and more.

The Vulocity Mileage Logger

Find Portable GPS in Automatic Mileage Logger Years of painstakingly keeping big tax bucks on big paper records while traveling through long distances are well over. Even now that the government has introduced an increase raising the mileage rates to $0.505 it's becoming more and more appealing for micro business owners to keep legitimate mileage log books that will not be cumbersome. The Vulocity Mileage Logger takes care of that for you with the flip of a switch. Using GPS, it keeps track of your location and counts the miles, and then sends that info via wireless data network to its servers. Then, you can download your travel records from anywhere. The Vulocity gadget calculates the mileage using GPS technology and complete trip information is sent to the Vulocity web solution over cell networks. No software or other special items are required. You can access your data from any computer with internet access. Each start/stop session has a separate record with date, time, location, miles traveled and the time duration. Store comments about individual records and export your records into Excel or PDF formats. Overall the Mileage Logger by Vulocity has many uses. It can be used to compute miles for tax write-offs. More importantly it can be used to protect yourself and your family members in case of unfortunate car thefts, emergencies or car crashes. It can also be used to keep track of the movement of young drivers in the family. The Mileage Logger by Vulocity costs $199 and comes with a 30-day money back guarantee. A must-have device for your car!

Lowrance Announces Innovative XOG™ Cross-Navigation

Lowrance has released a new GPS device branded Lowrance XOG™ Crossover. The company claimed that this Road-Trail-Water GPS Navigation is taking a new direction in precision, all-purpose navigation with the innovative new Lowrance XOG™ cross-navigation. The XOG features a 3.5-inch (diameter) touch screen in an IPX4 splash proof water-resistant case. The built-in 2GB of memory includes Navteq street level detail maps for the US and Canada as well as over three million Points of Interest (POI). It also comes with 12-channel GPS that features ready-to-go street navigation and loads of optional outdoor maps. And for the outdoors activities, Lowrance offers an extensive library of affordable optional maps from either its online store or as pre-programmed SD cards that plug into the XOG's card slot. The XOG also features an MP3 player and JPEG picture viewer.

Navman Unveils iCN 550 Vehicle GPS Navigation Unit

Navman has introduced a new high end 4GB GPS device called the Navman iCN 550. The Navman iCN 550 is the top-of-the-range GPS navigation from Navman. It is driven by the very latest SmartST professional mapping software and is crammed with features to make your motoring stress-free and more enjoyable. The iCN 550 is quite a large GPS. It measures 140mm x 77mm x 29mm and weighs 256g, so it is one of the biggest GPS units currently on the market. The GPS receiver of the iCN 550 works using a flip out antenna on the rear of the unit and this only further adds to its size. It offers an easy to grasp user interface combined with a bright and clear 3.5in touch screen and 4GB hard drive. It also offers standard 2D and 3D views, as well as turn lists (next five turns) and next turn maps. The latter is a new feature and shows information relative to the next turn, including the direction of the turn and the distance to the turn. There is also a button that takes you to the main menu screen, an escape key, zoom buttons and the aforementioned parking and fuel buttons. Always be one step ahead of the game. Avoid getting caught up in bad traffic and get the latest information about road incidents using TM 550 Traffic Module, an optional extra* for Navman iCN 550. With no subscription costs, you receive free access to the latest traffic data, allowing you to keep in touch with what's happening on the roads. The iCN 550 is equipped with a 12 Channel parallel GPS receiver and its performance is fairly speedy. In our driving tests, we found the unit took anywhere between 30 seconds and a minute to pick up a signal after being turned on and overall, it was quick and responsive. Even with an obscured view of the sky the iCN 550 still managed to maintain a constant signal while driving. The usual routing options, such as avoiding tolls or warning when routes include tolls are supported on the unit. Users can also set a preference for using motorways or normal urban roads and this is taken into consideration when the unit calculates a route. You can even tell the iCN 550 to avoid a specified area on the map. Navman has also included multilingual option to the SmartST 2005 navigation software and voice guidance available in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Danish, and Swedish.

LG Releases Portable LG LN740

LG has stormed the ultra-competitive GPS market this month with a splash, releasing the Portable Navigator LN740. LN740 is compactly built, sports a large screen, and comes with a number of accessories. The first thing that distinguishes this model from the entry level models is that it comes with a larger 4? display. Still small enough to be fairly portable, but the larger screen provides a bigger view of the road ahead. 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. 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 LN740 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 Portable Navigator LN740 is equipped with a 20-channel SiRFstarIII GPS receiver and comes preloaded with Navteq maps covering North America. For everyday trips, you can go straight to the Map page and have the LN740 track your location as you cruise. Otherwise, you can plan a trip by entering a specific address, choosing a recently visited location, or selecting a destination from the My Places list. Entering addresses is easy, as the system quickly returns with possible results as soon as you start entering the first few letters of any city, state, or street. Like most new mid to high-end GPS devices, LG's LN740 includes a photo viewer and MP3 player. Unfortunately, in order to access either the photo viewer or the MP3 player, you must exit the navigation application, making it impossible to listen to music while driving. One of the most exciting developments in GPS over the past year has been the wide-spread adoption of SiRF's high performance 20-channel receiver, dubbed SiRF StarIII. The one thing the LN740 lacks when compared to other systems in its class is integrated Bluetooth for hands-free calling. LN740 also offers voice-guided directions with text-to-speech functionality. While the unit supports 16 languages, the text-to-speech capabilities are only available in English, Spanish, and French.

Navsgo Introduces Car GPS GO750

The Navsgo GO750 GPS is a 7" touch screen portable unit that comes with a slim and light body and an integrated innovative technology. This unit sports the newest iGO8 navigation software, which with 3D building maps and Text-to-Speech voice guide. The voice support is available in Multi language and the languages supported are English, French, Spanish and Portuguese. In terms of multimedia functionality, the GO750 is not wanted, it supports function including Music Player available in mp3, wav, mid files format, Video Player that supports asf, avi, mp4, wmv files and a Photo Viewer that supports mbp jpg, png, fig files. The in-built FM transmission can transmit all sound including Navigating Guiding Voice to your vehicle FM radio. GO750 is equipped with RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM BATTERY, which can supply power to the unit even without using your car charger. When you need to shut off your engine for a while, like fill the gas, or buy a cup of coffee, you can just switch the device into SLEEPING OFF status by a single click, with one more click, the screen will restore to the status before sleeping off within 1 second, you can keep on going immediately other than wait for several minutes to input your route again. Additional features are the SMART ZOOM that automatically adjusts zoom in or out and viewing angle to give you the optimal view in any situation, millions of POIs(Point of Interest) with phone number, including gas stations, parking, restaurants, ATMs, hospital and more.

Reviewing the Magellan Maestro 4210

Magellan has manufactured many resourceful and innovative GPS devices and some like the roadmates series have even won awards. The company is well known for its innovative leading role in the consumer, survey, GIS, and OEM GPS navigation and positioning markets. The Magellan Maestro 4210 is an innovative technological piece evidence of the company creativity. has a vibrant and dynamic 4.3 inch touch wide screen that puts a whole new experience right at your fingertips and enriches your travels and driving experience thoroughly. With intuitive, simple and strong visual and turn-by-turn directions mean you couldn’t get lost if you tried – and even then your 3 year old son could navigate you home. It is loaded with the entire coverage for the USA or Canada. It features built-in AAA travel information which ensures that you get all the option of your interest in the area with additional voice command and control. It is pre-loaded with entire coverage for the USA, Canada and even Puerto Rico, the detailed maps and nearly 7 million pre-configured and up to date points of interest means not only will you get from point A to point B quicker and more efficiently – but virtually anything you may want along your journey is a few taps away with your Maestro 4210. Travel in comfort, style and confidence with the Maestro 4210 from Magellan GPS and the industry leading SiRFstarIII™ receiver and internal high sensitive antenna. The latest and strongest technology means the quickest satellite lock-on, no signal loss and the fast routing and re-routing available.

Magellan RoadMate 800 Comes with Latest in turn-by-turn GPS Guidance

The new Magellan RoadMate 800 has been equipped with latest in turn-by-turn GPS guidance to enhance smooth and quality navigational experience. It sports the same basic shape and familiar gray and silver color scheme that Magellan uses for most of its RoadMate products. It comes with a 3.5-inch color touch screen that uses a built-in sensor to adjust to variable lighting environments presenting no problem viewing the screen in direct sunlight. Even when you're traveling at night, the displayed map on the RoadMate 800 switches to night view at sundown, and back to day view in the morning. This means that you'll always have a clear view of where you're headed. With SmartVolume, the unit's volume automatically increases at speeds over 45 MPH, which means that voice and audio prompts are always at the right level for maximum clarity. The Magellan RoadMate 800 is packed with the usual assortment of navigation features that you'd expect to find in a quality GPS device, including voice- and text-guided driving directions, multi-destination routing, automatic rerouting, and a strong 12-channel GPS receiver and antenna combo. Detailed Navteq maps of North America are stored on the unit's 20GB hard drive, so there's no need to upload maps. Included with the street-level maps is a database of more than 6 million POI, which are broken down into more than 35 categories, such as restaurants, vehicle services, airports, hospitals, and nightlife, just to name a few. You can locate a POI that is nearest to your current location, search for it by name, or conduct a city search and have the system automatically create a route to it. And finally, it comes with a SmartDetour feature that provides several escape routes in case you are stock in traffic ahead.

Satellite and Aerial Navigation Via Bushnell Onix 200

Bushnell has hit the ground running with the introduction of Bushnell Onix 200 , one of the few devices that allows users to navigate with satellite and aerial photos, as well as layer all navigational information on one screen. This device comes with a few features many handheld GPS owners have been wanting for many years. The device comes with a grayscale display which might still be okay since so much of the aerial photography and satellite imagery out there is also grayscale. This rugged GPS unit is capable of displaying navigational information, and can also display detailed topographic maps and aerial photographs of an area. In the GPS mode, the Onix is a 12-channel, WAAS-enabled receiver capable of saving 500 waypoints, 20 routes and 20 trails. Night mode lets you read it in the dark. Rubber armor wraps around the case, and it's waterproof to IPX7 standards. The unit includes a basemap of the United States, but you also can download topographic maps and aerial photos from your Internet-equipped computer onto the included 32MB internal Flash Memory. Screen layering capability can superimpose maps over aerial images for unmatched visual aid to navigation. A customized user-profile feature facilitates easy configuration of the unit for different users or varying forms of navigation. The Onix 200 CR comes with a USB cable to connect the unit to your computer, a quick-start guide, and a CD-ROM with software to save and manage your topo maps and downloaded aerial photos.

Jensen NVX430BT Portable GPS Unit

The Jensen NVX430BT is a portable navigational device that promises to be users' delight. There is even a new software available for download to make users optimize the NVX430BT functionality. This unit is comes with a 4.3 inch full color wide screen that offers users to view big picture while navigating so you do not need to strain your eyes. It features Bluetooth technology for wireless connectivity and it is compatible with some of the devices like T-Mobile for data transfer and switch back and forth between phones and the GPS unit with no ill effects. The unit uses the same software with that of MIo brand nad this allows for flexibility when it comes to application sharing. Getting around could be much fun, it presents you the opportunity to learn more roads in a new environment with its 3.75 million points of interest and turn by turn voice prompts. The voice comand can be heard over a radio and even road noise just on a medium setting. It also comes pre-loaded maps of the US (including Hawaii), Canada and Puerto Rico and included an integrated MP3/MP4 player for multimedia entertainment.

Pocket Size Magellan Crossover GPS

Magellan Crossover is one of the upper-end GPS units released by Magellan. The CrossoverGPS is unique because it not only provides top-of-the line automotive capabilities, but is also a capable outdoor GPS for campers, hikers, and hunters. And, with the addition of optional BlueNav marine cartography charts, the CrossoverGPS can even function as a marine GPS. Measuring 4.3 by 3.4 by 1.1 inches and weighing in at 8.5 oz, the device is pretty compact. A protective "Sports Guard," probably a good thing to have if you intend to use it outside your vehicle, is available as a free mail-in offer when you register your product. The CrossoverGPS features a 3.5-inch nonreflective screen that's adequately visible even in bright sunlight. This unit gives you the tools you need to make sure your next car trip is as enjoyable and hassle-free as possible. Advanced auto navigation features include multi-destination routing, which is ideal for vacations; SmartDetour to route you around slow freeway traffic; and SayWhere text-to-speech, which tells you both where to turn and the name of the street to turn on. It also comes with Quickspell that give an auto complete of any entered address within the POI. The unit comes pre-loaded with NAVTEQ road maps of the US and has text-to-speech “Say Where” capability. Other outdoor maps from Magellan such as marine maps can be added through SD cards. A host of other advanced auto navigation features are included such as real time traffic reporting, an MP3 player, and a photo viewer. Powerful and reliable, this system runs on a high performance battery that offers up to eight hours of use so you can search points of interest and plan your trip with ease. Once you're on the road, you can take advantage of the optional TrafficKit accessory, which makes it easy to avoid traffic with Real-time incident reports.

Enjoy Great Performance with i-Blue 737A

i-Blue 737A, otherwise called i-Blue Edition 2 is the second generation of the popular i-Blue PS-3200 receiver that offers GPS users with best accuracy and highest sensitivity. This unit runs on the new MTK chipset and is equipped with a 51-channel MTK chipset, it provides ultra-high sensitivity -165dBm tracking and -148dBm signal acquisition. By integrating a smart power-saving option with fuzzy auto on/off, the iBlue 737A+ is also the most power-efficient receiver available. Highly sensitive and super-efficient, this device enjoys wide consumer appeal. Assisted GPS satellite data can be downloaded via the supplied AGPS software (PC application) into the i-Blue 737A+ and the i-Blue 747A+. With the current AGPS data loaded, GPS fix time will be reduced from 35 seconds to around 15 seconds. The iBlue 737 uses the same advanced bluetooth power management as the original i-Blue, Bluetooth auto-off/auto-on, with a rounder form factor. The big news though is the appearance of the MTK chipset, an excellent surprise since it packs the power of SiRFstarIII at about 50% of the power use. It terms of navigation, it is on par with SiRFstarIII and possibly even better when it comes to handling of multipath as seen below. Preliminary pedestrian use testing shows that the MTK chipset does not have any "static navigation" type of filtering implemented (unlike the RFMD based Rikaine 6032) so it is fully usable although the SiRFstarIII based BT-359 produces tracks that look more pleasing as they appear to have been "smoothed out".

Nextar x3-03 GPS Devices

The X3-03 is a small compact unit that has a 3.5 inch color display with touch screen. The shape of it is nice and it fits well in your hands and is easy to operate. It has a built-in speaker that works well as well. This model comes with preloaded United States and Canada maps. It seems these days more people are traveling to Canada so these maps are now being included in these units. Voice guided directions are another thing that has pretty much become standard in GPS navigation and this one is no exception. The voice prompts are good and very clear so you should have no problems with this phase of the unit. It comes with1.6 million points of interest and these include ATM's, restaurants, gas stations, as well as hotels. The database is very vast and easy to navigate through so you should have no problems at all with this feature and probably will go back to it very often. Turn by turn voice prompts is another thing that people seem to love on these units, as on this model it seems to work very well. If you do miss a turn it really is no big deal as this unit will automatically recalculate your mistake and keep you going in the right direction, which is something that you will love. Speed alert is something that you will also use on the Nextar X3-03, as when you exceed the speed limit it will alert you to slow down saving you money on speeding tickets as well. SD car slot for added memory is something more models are adding and this one is no exception. This means you can add music files or pictures and download them onto this unit. Since the Nextar X3-03 has a built-in MP3 player and picture viewer your options are virtually endless. 2D and 3D map viewing along with day and night modes really make this a model that you should consider very carefully. A built-in rechargeable Li-Ion battery means you will have many hours of possible use. It has just enough extras to keep you happy and still will make sure you find the correct route to your destination. If you are new to GPS or have been using different units for a number of years than I would take a look at the X3-03 and see if it fits into your plans.

Garmin Launches the Ultra-Slim nüvi 1260T

One of the very few resourcefull devices that has been announced in this time of economy recovery is the elegant ultra-slim Garmin nüvi 1260T. This ultra-thin navigation device with a 3.5" screen has preloaded maps for North America, free traffic alerts, bluetooth hands-free calling and ecoRoute - a green feature that calculates the most fuel-efficient route. You can keep it in your purse or shirt pocket without any problems. It comes with a more interactive user interface, public transport mode, text-to-speech and pedestrian navigation. The pedestrian navigation features are available via the City Xplorer maps which can be downloaded directly to the nuvi 1260T for major tourist sights in Europe and North America. This GPS has better and more enhanced graphics than its predecessors and the menu options have a new slide control feature. If you are driving your own vehicle, eco Route can help you save fuel by advising you on the best and the shortest routes available to your destination. If you don’t have your own vehicle, the public transit feature can help you to locate the bus, tram or metro of your choice. Garmin nüvi 1260T 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator 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. It has a Bluetooth technology that enables calling with a compatible phone, giving you a completely hands-free mobile phone experience. Broadcasts navigation and phone calls through your car stereo. Its intuitive interface greets you with two simple questions: "Where To?" and "View Map". Touch the color screen to easily look up addresses and services and get voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to your destination without squinting into your GPS.

Navigation Just Gets Easi with Magellan RoadMate 3000T

Magellan is the drivers' brand of quality navigational experience without remorse. The Magellan RoadMate 3000T Portable Car GPS receiver offers top of the line features at affordable price. The Magellan RoadMate 3000T sports a more compact and squarish design. The unit measures 4.3 by 3.8 by 1.4 inches and weighs a hefty 8.6 ounces, so this is definitely a car-only model. The center of attention is the RoadMate 3000T's 3.5-inch, QVGA touch screen. It has a resolution of 320x240 pixels and is responsive to touch commands. Even better, the display is readable in sunlight. The auto-night view helps adjust color and contrast for easy night viewing. This GPS unit provides both turn-by-turn voice and visual guidance and standard or 3D views are available for visual guidance. You can select up to 20 destinations and optimize the most direct route using the multi-destination routing and the route optimization. You use the integrated SmartDetour to customize the settings to automatically route you around sudden slow freeway traffic. When within a specified range to a particular type of POI (eg. a post office) you will be notified by an alarm. Location based services are extending this concept to detecting other persons willing to share their location information. The North American versions of the Magellan RoadMate 3000T and 3050T come with built-in maps for 50 United States, US Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico and Canada including over 6 million points of interest (POI). The system also supports multidestination routes (up to 20 locations), so if you want to make several stops along the way, just use the Trip Planner feature. For impromptu stops, the system provides 37 categories of POI--from the basics, such as gas stations, ATMs, and restaurants broken down by cuisine type, to more specialized interests, such as bowling alleys. Like many other GPS units, the Roadmate 3000T has some multimedia playback capabilities. It can deliver with a digital music player and a photo viewer in MP3 and WMA music files and display JPEG and BMP images. Also, it comes with a number of ways to view maps: 3D, 2D track up (direction of travel is at top of screen), 2D north up (north is always at top of screen), and night mode. If you're just driving around without a predetermined destination, the RoadMate provides you with a simple view of your location and some nearby POI. However, you can get more details with the TrueView function, which offers a split-screen view of upcoming turns in 3D and 2D, or if you so desire, you can have RoadMate just list the upcoming turns. An integrated battery allows drivers to operate the device away from the car. Note that a charger is not included both the AC and DC versions are optional accessories. There is a Magellan RoadMate Tools Application CD with software that allows you to connect the RoadMate 3000T to a PC (no Mac support) and manage custom POI’s, photos, and music.

Portable Garmin nüvi 1370T comes with a Widescreen

With an ultra slim body measuring 4.8W x 2.9H x 0.6D in dimension and weighing some 5.7 ounces, the Garmin nüvi 1370T is a portable GPS unit that can be easily carried about and one of the first nüvi devices to 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. With easy-to-use interface, Garmin continually enhance the simplicity of the user experience. The nüvi on-screen menus are logically arranged, with clearly labeled, colorful icons, making it easy to enter data and get to the information you need quickly. It has a 4.3 inch widescreen that is sunlight readable from any direction and offers user to get the big picture, view map detail, driving directions, photos, and more in bright, brilliant color. When you buy a unit, you can be sure of instant accessibility, this is because the nuvi 1370T 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 1370T accepts custom points of interest, such as school zones and safety cameras, and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs. As a pedestrian navigation unit, it offers a Public Transit feature tha allows you to navigate using buses, tramway, metro, and suburban rail systems with optional CityXplorer content. Downloadable CityXplorer data and city guides are available for purchase and download from garmin.com for many cities. Keep track of yourself and your car with nüvi 1370T. Just tap "Where Am I?" to find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address, and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates. The nüvi 1370T even remembers where you parked. It automatically marks your position when you remove it from the windshield mount, so you can navigate with nüvi on foot and find your way back to your vehicle. Perfect for unfamiliar spots and crowded lots, such as amusement parks, stadiums, and malls.

User Friendly Features with Sanyo Easy Street NVM-4370

Sanyo is one of the formidable name in the GPS market in Japan and has recently released to the market a user friendly navigation unit targeted at US market. The new product is the Easy Street NVM-4370 which offers a fairly large number of features and options, some of them found mostly in devices a few times more expensive than this one. The device has been fitted with a 4.3-inch TFT LCD touchscreen, which allows users to view the navigation maps even in bright light. It also incorporates text-to-speech technology, which means that drivers will be quite promptly informed regarding the route they must take to their destination. The Easy Street NVM-4370 also supports an additional TMC receiver, which allows drivers to view real-time traffic and weather information. Plus, the Auto/Manual Detour feature will calculate an alternative route so users can avoid any incidents that might be blocking the shortest route to their destination. Easy Street incorporates Bluetooth technology, allowing convenient, wireless connectivity and hands-free use with Bluetooth enabled cell phones, even while in navigation mode. You can also "wirelessly" transfer data between your Bluetooth enabled device and the Easy Street System. Send text messages, transfer contact and phone book data. There are a host of other features including multimedia capability which provides several entertainment-related functions, such as a music player (compatible with MP3, WMA (non-protected) and WAV music files), a video player that supports MPEG4 video clips, and a photo viewer.

The Pedestrian-Friendly Garmin nüvi 1200

The Garmin nüvi 1200 has an ultra slim feature that makes it easy to fit in a pocket and without stretching your wallet. The slender, portable unit with a variety of features to aid pedestrian and driver navigation is set to take navigation to a higher level. Among the notable features, this new device comes with are pedestrian tools and add a public transit mode that supports optional CityXplorer content. CityXplorer allows the user to plan and use routes that can include public transit options such as bus, tramway, metro, and suburban rail systems. These look to be particularly helpful for traveling to major cities on business or vacation. For drivers, the devices include ecoRoute, a feature set that plots routes with consideration to fuel economy and provides a fuel report to gauge consumption based on user input of city and highway mpg and basic driving parameters. Higher-end versions offer free traffic information and helpful lane-assist guidance. nüvi 1200's intuitive interface greets you with two simple questions: "Where To?" and "View Map." Touch the color screen to easily look up addresses and services and get voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to your destination. It comes preloaded with City Navigator NT street maps for the continental U.S., Hawaii and Puerto Rico or one European region or country (click versions tab to view all), millions of points of interest (POIs) and 2-D or 3-D maps. Its digital elevation maps show you shaded contours at higher zoom levels, giving you a big picture of the surrounding terrain. With the 1200's enhanced user interface, you can slide your finger to conveniently scroll between screens. You can also upload custom points of interest (POIs). And with HotFix satellite prediction, nüvi calculates your position faster to get you there quicker.

Getting Direction becomes much Easier with Nextar M3

With an assurance of providing you with an accurate sense of direction, the Nextar M3 GPS mobile comes loaded with some terrific great features. The 3.5-inch display features a standard 320-by-240-pixel resolution, and the included 1GB SD card contains Navteq maps for all 50 states (but not Canada), and a points-of-interest (POI) database with 1.6 million entries, a fairly standard complement in this price range. You also get a basic photo viewer and music player in the bargain. The onboard address book can store up to 300 addresses and the point of interest database has 1.6 million points in it. The device can play MP3 and video files and features day/night mode for easy viewing. Power comes from internal rechargeable Li-ion battery. The unit ships with an in-home AC adapter for recharging and a car DC adapter for power during trips. In the box, you get AC and auto power adapters, a padded carrying case, and a stylus. The included mounting bracket features a single ball and socket with a lock nut. In addition to an in-built speaker, the packaging also include a text-to-speech and voice command that clearly pronounces instructions including street names with menu options in English, Spanish and French. The Nextar M3-03 is an affordable, feature-rich navigator that offers an exceptional value especially for those who can can live with a smallish 3.5-inch screen.

S-911 / MicroCovert is a Real Time Auto Tracker

With drivers on the road for extended periods of time, it is imperative to be able track the progress of trucks and cargo and to be able to communicate real-time with those drivers when needed. One of the few devices that can help get this done is the S-911 MicroCovert. The S-911 Personal Locator is a portable GPS tracking device based on mobile stand-alone terminals which combine GPS and GSM technology to determinate and transmit their position. A two-way wireless communication link connects the unit with the control center at all times. It can be used as an emergency cellular phone and allows speed dialing of three numbers for two-way voice communication. It will call any pre-defined number for immediate assistance. It features a waterproof and dustproof durable case equipped with strong magnets allowing easy attachment of the locator to any metal surface. Microcovert comes with a powerful Li-Ion battery significantly extending a timespan of continuous work. It also has a unique Geo-Fence feature that can trigger an alert when the device enters or exits a pre-defined area. This is ideal for school security, field trips, correctional departments, car dealerships, VIPs, and security guards.The S-911 has a built-in high-sensitivity GPS receiver that can provide near-indoor and under bridge location capability where normal GPS is unable to do so.

Harman Kardon GPS-310 offers Highly Intuitive Features

With the introduction of the Harman Kardon GPS-310, adventurers can get quality experience when it comes to navigation. This new portable GPS from Harman Kardon offers an easy to use unit without any requirement for installation and it is the ultimate all in one navigation and entertainment system for vehicle or personal use. Just power it up and follow the simple, color-coded touch screen menus. The screen itself is sharp and clear, offering great resolution and clarity in all driving conditions. The map screen is a sight to behold, offering delightfully crisp displayed in 2-D or 3-D view. Interacting with the GPS-310's touchscreen is delightfully intuitive and reliable; there's really no need for a stylus or navigation buttons, which simplifies things on the road. The division of the main interface into four main quadrants is a helpful touch, and it's refreshing to see manufacturers moving away from awkward icon-based menus. Instead of drilling down through lists of icons, all of the GPS-310's options are presented on simple, color-coded shapes. It also comes with text-to-speech for spoken directions with real street names, a photo viewer and MP3 player. With support for MP3 and WMA music files, the music player has a refreshingly intuitive user interface and good sound quality. It's a cinch to browse music on your SD card by artist, album, genre, playlist, and song. Another nice touch is that you can keep the music playing while the unit is in navigation mode.

Drive with Ease Using the Garmin nüvi 465T

The Garmin nüvi 465T is a new GPS navigational system that is specifically designed for long-haul navigation and delivery trucks. The 465T will support multiple truck profiles and features advanced routing and guidance to support truck-related road restrictions such as height, width, length, weight and hazardous materials. Truckers will be able to enter their truck’s dimensions and load restrictions and the nüvi 465T will adjust many routes based on the customized truck profile and available map data. The GPS has a 4.3-inch touchscreen, comes pre-loaded with NAVTEQ maps of the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico. and offers drivers fully functional voice-guided turn-by-turn directions so they can keep their eyes on the road. It includes lifetime NAVTEQ traffic, multi-destination routing, lane assist and Garmin’s “Where am I?” feature, displaying your location and nearby emergency points of interest. The 465T will also display warning information for upcoming road conditions to help aid driver awareness of possible truck hazards along the route such as sharp curves, steep grades, road narrows and more. The Nuvi 465T is loaded with regular features too like Text to Speech, Widescreen display, Lane Assist to see what lane you need to be in while exiting or coming to a tough intersection on the highways, Bluetooth Handsfree, and a feature that automatically switches Time Zones based on where you are. Another very interesting point is the fact that it is the first navigational device to provide locations in the National Truck and Trailer Services (NTTS) Breakdown Directory, a comprehensive guide to semi-truck repair facilities nationwide – including those offering 24-hour road service. With more than 30,000 repair and heavy duty towing services for the continental United States, this preloaded guide allows drivers to easily find truck-specific points of interest, such as truck repair, towing and recovery, tire sales and repair, glass repair, fuels stops and more. Included in the box are Preloaded City Navigator NT for North America or Europe (full coverage), FM traffic receiver with 12/24 volt power cable, dash mount, USB cable, dashboard disc, quick start manual.

Magellan Maestro 4210 Delivers the Best Navigation Experience Possible

Now you can travel the continent and navigate with elegant style with the 4.3" wide color touch screen Magellan Maestro 4210 which comes loaded with amazingly easy-to-use menu that adds pleasure to driving. Indeed, the company has succeeded in carving a name for themselves as far as navigational unit is concerned. Little wonder the Magellan RoadMate series and the Magellan Maestro portable car navigation systems are among the top of the range award winning. The Maestro 4210 has a vibrant and dynamic 4.3 inch touch wide screen that puts a whole new experience right at your fingertips and enriches your travels and driving experience thoroughly. With intuitive, simple and strong visual and turn-by-turn directions mean you couldn’t get lost if you tried – and even then your 3 year old son could navigate you home. It is loaded with the entire coverage for the USA or Canada. It features built-in AAA travel information which ensures that you get all the option of your interest in the area with additional voice command and control. With its headquarter in Santa Clara, California with European headquarters in Carquefou, France, Magellan offers latest and strongest technology which means the quickest satellite lock-on, no signal loss and the fast routing and re-routing available. The extremely portable and elegant Magellan 4210 gets you there in style and comfort enriching every moment along the way.

Magellan RoadMate 800 Released with Latest Navigational Features

The Magellan Roadmate 800 from Magellan is a standalone GPS navigation system for automobile use that comes with the latest in turn-by-turn GPS guidance giving users great navigational experience. To get started, simply select a destination and your RoadMate 800 GPS navigation system will take it from there. By matching letters to the available destinations, Magellan's QuickSpell address entry feature makes it easy and quick to enter destination addresses. An internal address book also stores up to 200 personal or business destinations for quick reference. This product features a 3.5" touch screen in the landscape position. It has 320x240 pixels full 16 bit color. There are very few specifications available for the unit, either on the web site or in the manual. It uses a 300 MHz ARM compatible Processor. It uses a 12 channel GPS receiver and does not have WAAS support. The GPS receiver is very sensitive, locking onto signals inside my home without problems. It has a patch antenna that folds up from the back of the unit. It is so sensitive that it will generally work even if you fail to open the antenna although it does better if the antenna is horizontal. Using a patch antenna is a major departure for Magellan as they usually use Quad helix designs. With detailed maps of all 50 United States, Puerto Rico, the US Virgin Islands and Canada, you can travel the continent with no need to download new data. A single seamless database built in to the hard drive contains all major city streets as well as federal, state and county roads and highways. Built-in detailed street maps and over 6 million pre-loaded points of interest make it easy to find the nearest restaurant, gas station, ATM, airport and more. It has never been easier or more fun to get around town or take long trips to distant locations.

Portable and Resourceful GlobalTop G66

GlobalTop new GPS receiver, G66, is an amazing unit that comes with resourceful features which offer easy and friendly interface. The G66 sports a very slim and stylish form-factor, with a very elegant, yet fingerprint-prone piano-black finish, which will most likely appeal to PS3 or even iPhone owners. Moreover, the device is controlled via what the company calls a "hidden touch-sensitive touch pad", although I'm not quite sure what they understand by "hidden", since the control buttons are pretty visible. Boasting 51-channels, a reported 20-hours of battery life, and a built-in antenna, the oh-so-sexy G66 Touch measures in at just 3.09- x 1.96- x 0.27-inches. Additionally, you'll find USB connectivity / charging support, -158dBm sensitivity, a trio of LED indicators, and a fairly respectable start-up time. The design concept for this BT GPS receiver is not only make GPS only put in automobile but want users can put it in their pocket and take away to get their location with their mobile phone or handheld PDA. The G66 also comes bundled with a 7-day trial of the the Nokia smart2go mapping software, so that the users will be able to get a clue on how to use this thing.

Widescreen Magellan Maestro 4210

As a GPS manufacturing company, Magellan has carved out a solid name for itself over the year with astonishing and award winning products that are always users' favorite. Magellan has emerged to be recognized as a a leader in the consumer, survey, GIS, and OEM GPS navigation and positioning markets. Fostering its position in the global market, the company has introduced yet another GPS unit that is worth of the while. The Magellan Maestro 4210 as it is called, packs a punch in its ultra portable and sleek casing, sporting features found on expensive units in a more affordable everyday type of solution. It offers expanded maps, Points of Interest and exclusive AAA TourBook guide information so you can find virtually anywhere in seconds! The large 4.3" wide color touch screen adds pleasure to driving. See your route and position on the map, plus distance to destination, arrival time, street names and more. Turn-by-turn voice guidance offers worry-free directions without even looking at the screen. Travel around town or across the entire U.S., Canada, or even Puerto Rico with detailed built-in maps. 6 million pre-programmed Points of Interest (POI) make it easy to locate coffee, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs and more near your position or near any city. Search POIs by name or category with just a few touches of the screen. Touch a POI icon for nearby services on the interactive map and see the address and phone number (when available) and get an instant route. There is also an exclusive AAA TourBook guide information that enables users to find AAA approved restaurants, lodging and service with ratings and discount information, plus AAA member roadside assistance details. Users can also find their way around with the intuitive, simple and strong visual and turn-by-turn directions

Reviewing the Mio DigiWalker C230

A stylish and pocket-sized navigation device equipped with updated, preloaded US maps on internal memory, the Mio DigitWalker C230 comes with intuitive easy to use menus and slim design that makes it easy to carry about. It fits quite well inside a pocket without any discomfort. The C230 supports text-to-speech functionality. This means the system will speak actual street names, allowing you to pay more attention to the road rather than the map screen, because you get more precise audible prompts. You can view a detailed list of instructions before you head out under Itinerary or get a running demo of the route with the Fly Over function. If you want to steer clear of a certain portion of the route because you happen to know there's road construction or it's known for heavy traffic, just hit the Avoid button and choose from a list of options. The system also supports automatic route recalculations if you get off course. Finally, there are a number of safety options, including speeding alerts, a screen lock that prevents you from using the touch screen when the car is in motion, and safety camera information.

Garmin Introduces the Zumo 450 for Bikers

Garmin has announced powerful GPS unit purposefully designed for motorcyclists. The Zumo 450 brings all the power of a GPS navigator, wireless communicator, multimedia entertainer, and tour guide all into one device. And it's made just for motorcycles. The Zumo's display is the same size as the Rider's screen. It's a 3.5-inch (diagonal) UV resistant touch screen with a 320x240 pixel resolution and a white backlight. The zumo is made for extreme durability; it's vibration-tested, waterproof, and built with fuel-resistant plastics to withstand the elements. It's also intuitive, with a glove-friendly touch screen with left-handed controls that make it easy to operate. Like the other Zumos, the 450 comes with a design that is easy to operate 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. Another plus is the fact that zumo accepts customized points of interest such as school zones and safety cameras, and it also includes proximity alerts to warn of upcoming POIs. A rechargeable, removable lithium-ion battery that offers up to three hours of use is integrated into the zumo for trip planning or use on foot. Also, the zumo even accepts electronic maps, making it the ultimate off-road navigator. There are other software features that you don’t find on many other Garmin devices such as the ability to save routes. You can even save a route, export it to an SD card, pass the card along to a friend, and they can import the route into their own Zumo. This is a great feature for group rides where you want to stick together. Other features includes option to load MP3 files and JPEG Picture Viewer for photo sharing.

A Quick Look at Magellan Maestro 3250

Traveling becomes easier with the intuitive and features rich Magellan Maestro 3250. Perhaps one of the most striking features of the 3250 is its thinness and indeed it is currently one of the slimmest GPS devices in the market. The Maestro 3250 uses text-to-speech technology to speak actual street names at turns so you can pay attention to the road instead of the screen. Also, voice Command further enables hands-free operation so you can keep your eyes on the road. Say a command to access the most used navigation functions. Ready out the box for the US, Canada and Puerto Rico and including nearly 7 million popular points of interest spanning those areas; it offers you one of the richest experiences of any GPS navigators for this region. The user needs simply to select s nearby point of interest via the interactive menu (or via voice command) to be presented with full details of it. If so desired the destination can then be selected and a route plotted to it within seconds. The Magellan Maestro 3250 is a simple yet sophisticated device which is suitable for users of all ability levels. The innovative voice command technology sets it apart from other GPS devices on the market. The intuitive display via the colorful screen also makes the 3250 a joy to use manually.

Smartest Navigation for Bikers in TomTom Rider 2

TomTom Rider is a stand-alone, portable and easy-to-use Bike and car navigation appliance that incorporates navigation software, maps and GPS receiver in one device. Navigation solutions are now accessible to everyone thanks to TomTom ease-of-use, ease of installation and affordability. Complete bike navigation solution in one box. This GPS comes with a RAM mount which is designed to make it easy to mount the GPS on just about any bike. The mount can also be adapted to work in your car. So if you want a GPS that will work on your bike during the weekend and in your car for commutes during the week, there should be enough mounting options for you. It exhibits an exceptional display with its 3D images and anti/glare screen making this system easy-to-see in any situation. It has a touch screen that is sensitive enough to work even while wearing gloves. The TomTom Rider 2 also comes installed with a lithium ion battery providing up to 5 hours of use away from an external power source. Providing clear and accurate voice guided directions, through the included Cardo, Bluetooth headset with over 50 voices and 30 different languages to choose from, the TomTom Rider 2 will get you from point a to point b with ease.

High Perfomance Holux M-241

The Holux M-241 is a good piece of GPS receiver and tracking device. This Bluetooth GPS logger provides real time coordinate logging and offers an easy-to-use trip recording service. It is also a GPS receiver that can be used for navigation through your notebook or PDA (navigation software required) using a bluetooth connection. Holux M-241 is capable to record up to 130,000 entries including longitude, latitude, time, and height. The log file can be downloaded for analysis via USB connection or through a wireless bluetooth connection. The data can be combined with photos taken with your digital camera to track photo locations with web applications such as Google Earth. The LCD display of M-241 shows your current position, moving speed, free logging volume, date & time. It is possible to choose the logging mode by distance or time, unit by kilometer or mile, and one of three languages namely English, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. It includes a USB cable, a strap, a battery, a car adapter for power, and a 7-day license for smart2go mobile (cellphone) map software (which works only on Windows Mobile 5 and some Nokia phones, unfortunately). You can get an optional and rather oddly-named "travel adapter" which is just a wall-socket USB power cable. As well as functioning as an independent device, the Holux can provide GPS data to other devices via Bluetooth or USB (confusingly referred to as "GPS mouse" mode).

Quality Auto Navigation with Sony NVU44

The Sony nav-u NV-U44 portable GPS features a brilliant 3.5-inch touchscreen display and is pre-loaded with maps covering the entire United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The 3.5-inch touchscreen features Gesture Command that gives you control via simple, on-screen finger movements, how's that for simplicity! It comes with a SiRF Star III that has an excellent reputation for gaining a GPS satellite lock even in weak reception areas such as under heavy foliage or between tall buildings. For such situations Sony’s Position Plus technology can maintain an estimate of your current position using the combination of an acceleration sensor, a pressure sensor and a gyro sensor. It can provide uninterrupted guidance when devices not so equipped might drop in and out with the satellite acquisition time delaying the restart of navigation directions. Also embedded is a feature Sony termed a Dual View mode which is a vertically split display with a 3-D map view on one side and either dynamic route information (distance to next destination, distance to final destination, next turn instruction etc.) or a 2-D magnification of an upcoming intersection or junction. The 2-D intersection magnification has a simple bar next to it indicating the distance to the next turn. The NV-U44 includes a text-to-speech which provides extra safety by allowing the driver to confirm they are on track by checking that the street names announced as part of the navigation instructions match the ones they are seeing as they drive. There is a USB port on the left side of the Sony NV-U44 for a USB drive to be inserted and JPEG photo files (up to 12 megapixels) uploaded. Slideshow intervals can be adjusted and finger gestures used for control as well. Through using route profile settings it is possible to set the Sony NV-U44 to avoid the use of ferries, toll roads, and other such conveyances when calculating your route. Up to ten waypoints (or interim destinations) can be set with the best route being calculated which is ideal for a task such as a delivery run or touring a number of tourist sites. So that you can confirm you are satisfied with the plotted route before commencing your journey it is possible to view the entire route. Route calculation conditions can be changed if necessary for a re-calculation or the route simply confirmed. If you want a closer look at your destination you can view a map of its vicinity.

Pharos PDR-200 GPS Navigation System

The Pharos PDR200 portable in-car GPS unit is a full-featured GPS system that gets you where you need to go. The device is very economical and yet packed with resourceful features for easy navigation. It is an excellent general purpose GPS unit oriented toward vehicular applications. The widescreen format LCD display is bright, crisp, and mine arrived with no dead pixels or other defects. A small stylus is embedded in the back right side of the case, and in general most of the functions can be accessed with a finger instead. It features advanced text-to-speech for easy navigation and a large 4" easy-to-read display bright touchscreen that shows your current position. 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. Text-to-Speech functionality is excellent, and gives you plenty of advance notice of when it's time to turn. Display is extremely bright, the speaker is suitably loud, and the user interface is serviceable. You can register on the web site to receive yearly map updates. You can also remove the unit's SD card without voiding your warranty!

Mio Reinvents GPS Navigation with Moov 200

With the Moov 200, Mio gives you access to a wide range of services and features that go further than simple navigation. Local Search via desktop gives you information at your fingertips. Plus it’s easy to upload new maps, POI’s and safety camera upgrades when you connect to Mio Moov 200. Measuring 3.3 by 4.9 by 0.7 inches (HWD), the Moov 200 weighs in at 5 ounces. It's on a par with the thinnest devices on the market. The unit features a conventional 3.5-inch, 320-by-240-pixel anti-glare screen, which is quite viewable even in direct sunlight. The Moov 200 gives you traditional 2D and 3D views. You set your preference for the 2D view (North up or track up) in the Preferences menu. Thereafter, you can easily toggle between views using the compass icon. The Moov 200 features SiRF Instant Fix II GPS. Gone are the days of making small talk in the car while waiting for your device to find a signal. Coupled with the new Mio software, the powerful new SiRF Star III GPS receiver has been optimized to hook up with satellites faster than ever before, with no more hanging around. Powered by Tele Atlas map data, the device includes maps for just the 50 states and Puerto Rico. If you're traveling to Canada, or, for that matter, living there, none of the current Moov devices will do you much good. Though its maps are limited, this GPS offers strong built-in language support: Each of the 17 languages to choose from comes with multiple voice options. You also get text-to-speech capability, a handy feature that pronounces street names. You also get a sensitive 20-channel SiRFstarIII receiver with InstantFix II, a technology that reduces the satellite acquisition time on a warm start of the device. and it runs on Win CE.Net 5.0 Operating System Navigation Software. In the package you get a standard suction-cup mount, a DC power-connector cable, an adhesive disk for dashboard mounting, a printed quick-start guide, and a USB cable.

TeleType 710060 for Professional Drivers

Teletype’s Worldnav TTC710060 GPS unit is specially manufactured with truckers, bus drivers and long distance drivers in mind. This heavy duty GPS device comes with a large 7” touch screen that gives accurate navigation information and features easy access to controls. It is preloaded with maps of the US and Canada to help you to find your way quickly when you are driving in these countries. This unit features over 12 million points of interest that show hotels, repair shops, gas stations, ATMs, food joints and emergency services in the vicinity. It also has truck restriction routing system that lets you know if you are driving on a permitted road or not. It also pronounces the exits and street names so that you don’t have to divert your attention off the road. The device can also show the landforms in a graphic way to highlight the terrain. In free time, you can relax by watching videos or listening to music on this GPS device as it also functions as a media player.

StreetPilot 2720 with Text-To-Speech from Garmin

With its extraordinarily comprehensive feature set such as the text-to-speech one wich allows the unit to audibly announce the name of upcoming streets, the new StreetPilot 2720 assumes the top spot among Garmin`s GPS automotive offerings in more ways than one. The 2720 gets a boost in the display area, with a new WQVGA, color touch screen. The 3.8-inch TFT display is automotive grade and automatically adjusts the backlights so that you can read it in any amount of light. It is a bit compact with dimensions(WxHxD) - 5.6 x 3.2 x 2.0 and Weight of 93 lbs. StreetPilot 2720 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 sunlight-readable screen or use the remote to enter a destination, and the 2720 takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. In addition, the 2720 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. In addition to point-to-point navigation, the StreetPilot 2720 can calculate the most efficient route between multiple destinations – a real time saver for Realtor, sales forces, and errand-runners. Drivers can also tell the unit to avoid specific areas or road segments when calculating a route.

The TomTom GO 920

As an auto navigation device, TomTom Go 920 brings you the best in satellite navigation. It comes pre-installed with complete maps of the United States, Canada and Europe on the 4 GB of internal memory, which display clearly on the 4.3" wide screen. This refurbished edition features Enhanced Positioning Technology for a more continuous navigation experience, even in circumstances where there may not be a direct line-of-sight connection to a satellite (for example, when driving in a city with tall buildings, underpasses or bridges. It also comes with voice prompted address entry, allowing users to speak the address to which they want to drive so the device can automatically calculate the route. The TomTom map share enables users to make easy changes to the map and to share map corrections with other TomTom customers so that users always have the most up-to-date maps available. It even comes with a remote to operate the GO 920 from anywhere in the car! The GO 920 is compatible with an RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver to receive up-to-date traffic information and is Bluetooth wireless capable. With the RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver, which receives standard "TMC" traffic updates broadcast at regular intervals, your TomTom GO 920 Traffic can update your traffic information automatically or on demand, and will suggest a number of alternative routes should the need arise.

Mio Digiwalker C220 Portable Car Navigation

The Mio Digiwalker C220 Portable Car Navigation is an ideal, stylish and easy-to-use car navigation system with a vivid display for road trip. It provides clear instructions while you drive and makes navigation as simple as ABC. Mio C220 has a very simple design with only one power button on top. All other user interface operations are taken care by the 3.5″ touch screen. Speaking of the screen, it is easy to see even under the sun. It is designed for use right out of the box, and it truly is easy to use. It comes with a very compact body at just 4.2x3.2.09 inches and 3.8 ounces. The GPS receiver is integrated into the device, so you don't have to worry about any extra bulk or moving parts that you sometimes get with models with flip-up antennas. This all makes the C220 great for multivehicle use, and it's even small enough to pack in a suitcase. The Mio DigiWalker C220 has pre-loaded maps of all 50 United States, SiRFstar III chipset and over 3.5 million points of interest (POIs) that includes restaurants, hotels, gas stations, etc. Maps are presented in 2D or 3D mode, and a Night Mode changes the color scheme of the maps for better nighttime viewing. There is a Cockpit tool that shows you the direction of your next turn, distance to your destination, estimated time of arrival, and more. Navigation guidance comes by way of text- and voice-guided turn-by-turn directions. The C220 can calculate directions by the shortest, fastest, or most economical route. Voice directions are available in a number of languages, including English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German, and with different voice options. The system doesn't support text-to-speech functionality, so it won't actually speak specific street names. You can view a detailed list of instructions before you head out under Itinerary or get a running demo of the route with the Fly Over function. If you want to steer clear of a certain portion of the route because you happen to know there's road construction or it's known for heavy traffic, just hit the Avoid button and choose from a list of options. Included in the box are: a power button and an external antenna jack on top; a mini USB port on the bottom of the unit; and an SD card slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack on the right side.