Posts tagged with gps

GPS Tuner Atlas targets offroad navigation

Posted on November 23, 2009 3:51 AM

If you're one who loves going off the beaten path, then the GPS Tuner Atlas is considered as a must-have, complementing your love for geocaching in biking, touring, extreme sports and even hunting. GPS Tuner Atlas is now available the website, where some of the newer innovations include fast graphics, real satellite imagery with a global coverage by DigitalGlobe, 3D digital elevation, custom map calibration and street level basic map data by TeleAtlas.You also get a simple trip computer which is extremely flexible due to the number of specialized functions crammed in. The North American version retails for $57, which is similar to that of Europe and South America. Those who want to go global will have to fork out double the amount.

FCC clears Magellan iPhone car kit

Posted on November 23, 2009 3:50 AM

Magellan's iPhone car kit has been given clearance by the FCC just a few days after it was discovered. Apart from that, the holder itself seems pretty decent to look at, although we are kept guessing as to the functions of the LED lens and rear slide button.

TomTom car kit for iPod touch

Posted on November 20, 2009 9:13 PM

We've seen the TomTom iPhone car kit, but here's the car kit for the iPod touch which is compatible with the first and second generation iPod touch, although you will need to have iPhone OS 3.0 or later up and running. The hardware will be "available shortly", retailing for $20 cheaper than the iPhone version at $99.95. Any takers who want to expand the functionality of their iPod touch?

Garmin Custom Maps introduced

Posted on November 19, 2009 6:37 AM

Garmin recently announced their free Custom Maps service which enables Garmin Oregon, Garmin Dakota and Garmin Colorado owners upload their digital maps onto their device, and heck - even paper maps are supported this time round. You will first need to update the software on your PC beforehand, alongside giving the aforementioned Garmin devices their relevant upgrades as well. Maps are saved in the JPG format, where you will then create an image overlay, link the JPG file, adjust the boundaries, followed by beaming it to your device.

ActiveONE GPS safety cellphone

Posted on November 19, 2009 5:11 AM

The ActiveONE GPS safety cellphone is a basic handset that also doubles up as an extremely diminutive GPS device, where it allows you to speed dial any four people whenever you feel that you're in a dangerous situation. Located right smack in the middle of the ActiveONE lies a SOS button that will hook up immediately to a US-based 24/7 personal assistance call center, where the person on the receiving end automatically knows all about you and might have an idea on the kind of assistance you need, and most importantly, have instant, real-time access to your exact location. Apart from that, other family members can also find out where you are by calling the same call center.

DIY Reverse Geocache Puzzle

Posted on November 19, 2009 1:32 AM

Now here’s a DIY gadget that you don’t see everyday, a DIY reverse geocache puzzle box, given as a wedding gift. Using the Arduino prototyping platform and a GPS device, it will lead you to a specific location on the globe, before you’re able to open the box. Of course, you’ll need to make sure the person who receives such an item is fairly adventurous, if not you’re going to run the risk of them just throwing it in the junk pile at the back of their home.

Garmin GPSmap series

Posted on November 17, 2009 9:49 AM

Garmin has just unveiled a new range of GPSmap series, where they will be described in further detail under a bulleted format below for easier reference.

• GPSMAP 7015: touchscreen, 15", basemap only
• GPSMAP 7215: touchscreen, 15", U.S. coastal charts and more
• GPSMAP 7012: touchscreen, 12", basemap only
• GPSMAP 7212: touchscreen, 12", U.S. coastal charts and more
• GPSMAP 6012: soft key interface, 12", basemap only
• GPSMAP 6212: soft key interface, 12", U.S. coastal charts and more
• GPSMAP 6008: soft key interface, 8", basemap only
• GPSMAP 6208: soft key interface, 8", U.S. coastal charts and more

Apart from that, they have also announced a new series of chartplotters including the GPSmap 6000 and GPSmap 7000, where both devices will come with the new Garmin G Motion technology that promises to smooth map panning alongside zooming with super fast updates. Expect to see these new MFD chartplotters from February next year onwards, where they will have a starting price of at least $3,000 - ouch!

Magellan RoadMate iPhone app rolls out

Posted on November 16, 2009 10:27 PM

Magellan recently introduced its RoadMate iPhone app which will include text-to-speech, lane assist and in-app music controls, retailing for all of $79.99. Apart from that, Magellan has plans for a car kit which will boast an integrated GPS receiver alongside enough space to accommodate the iPhone or iPod touch. Where does this leave Droid users? Hoepfully GPS vendors such as Magellan, TomTom and Navigon will be able to offer something different and new in the near future.

Transborder Immigrant Tool

Posted on November 14, 2009 9:17 AM

The Transborder Immigrant Tool will certainly be something that the US government will frown upon. The system, created by Ricardo Dominguez, will help folks from are trying to sneak into the country from the Mexican border. By adding a GPS module to a standard Motorola handset, immigrants will be able to locate easier ways of getting through the border and places like points of interests such as safe houses, food and shelter.

Mio Hammer V700 GPS navigation system

Posted on November 12, 2009 10:14 AM

Mio's latest Hammer V700 GPS navigation system ought to be out from today onwards, featuring what might possibly be the longest windshield mount to date, where it comes with a 7" display at 800 x 480 resolution, coupled with the ability to track up to 64 satellites simultaneously while receiving traffic updates via its TPEG receiver. You can choose from 4GB and 8GB models for $285 and $310, respectively. It doesn't look as though it will arrive Stateside anytime soon.

TomTom offers update for iPhone navigation app

Posted on November 12, 2009 10:05 AM

TomTom will be offering updates for its iPhone navigation app that is currently awaiting approval from Apple for it to debut on the App Store. This new update, should it be approved successfully, will feature advanced lane guidance, text-to-speech, "Help Me," updated map/safety cameras (in selected European nations) databases, customizable audio warnings and iPod player control. Not too shabby considering these additions are free.

DirectUS Rear View Mirror Sports GPS

Posted on November 12, 2009 4:23 AM

GPS equipped rear view mirrors are always interesting, and this DirectUS GPS mirror doesn’t disappoint either. It sports a 4-inch touchscreen display that sits alongside your mirror. Aside from that, it also sports Bluetooth for handsfree calling, and has the ability to hook up to your rear view camera that automatically starts up when you engage the reverse gear. It’ll be powered by a 400MHz processor and 64MB of internal memory.

Dual Electronics XGPS300 GPS Cradle for the iPod touch

Posted on November 10, 2009 7:37 PM

iPod touch owners will find the $179.99 Dual Electronics XGPS300 GPS Cradle to be a boon, as it throws in GPS navigational capabilities for your iPod touch, including NavAtlas’ turn-by-turn navigation app, a rechargeable battery, speaker, audio out, mini USB port and windshield cradle. This basically turns your iPod touch into an iPhone, sans calling capabilities. Do bear in mind that the application works exclusively with Dual Electronics’ cradle only.

Google Maps support subway lines now

Posted on November 10, 2009 6:49 AM

Looks like Google Maps is growing from strength to strength, with the latest release showing off New York's subway lines under part of the transit layer. The colored lines are interactive, where clicking on a station name will see a bubble pop up alongside the name of the line that service the station, while fading out other lines on the display so that you won't end up being more confused. Other big cities covered in this manner by Google Maps include Paris and Tokyo. Mobile users will also be pleased to know that the new subway lines of NYC is also available on Google Maps Mobile.

AllSport GPS for Android devices

Posted on November 9, 2009 10:22 AM

The AllSport GPS is a new Android app that will be a boon for folks who are constantly involved in outdoor activities, as it is fully capable of tracking your progress, calories and routine amidst other important and relevant information. Compatible with a range of physical activities including walking, running, hiking, cycling, mountain biking and snowboarding, the AllSport GPS will even boast a web component on the Trimble Outdoors site, allowing you to view and analyze your results. You can download AllSport GPS for Android devices for $10 a pop.

Ants get assistance from GPS

Posted on November 4, 2009 12:22 PM

Conservationists in Northumberland have drawn upon the power of GPS to pinpoint 69 rare ants' nests prior to work to fell thousands of trees. These nests were made of conifer needles, and the removal of 10,000 tonnes of conifer planted in the previous century is about to commence. The nests' GPS co-ordinates will be recorded so that loggers won't damage them during the felling process, while a bunch of conifers will be left in place so that the ants have sufficient building materials to continue remaining alive.

Urban Cursor comes with integrated GPS tracker

Posted on November 3, 2009 9:56 AM

The Urban Cursor plays on popular culture, where this project was placed on a square in Figueres, Catalunya, Spain. This oversized and pixellated cursor can be touched, moved and sat upon, where its integrated GPS tracker will then transmit its location to Google Maps. This allows people from all over the world to track just where the Urban Cursor is at that moment in time.

Garmin Aera For The Skies

Posted on November 3, 2009 2:39 AM

Not content with dominating just land, Garmin wants to dominate the skies too it seems. We’re talking about the Garmin Aera, which is a new GPS navigation system from Garmin, supporting both aircrafts and cars, allowing you to easily switch between the 2 modes. Sporting a 4.3-inch screen, when in “air mode”, it will provide pilots with maps, weather, terrain, and a lot of other useful information. Models include aera 500, aera 510, aera 550 and aera 560. They aren’t cheap though, ranging from $800 to $2000, but if you’re rich enough to own an aircraft, this is probably just lunch money to you, right?

CartoGoo GPS surveyor

Posted on November 2, 2009 6:51 AM

CartoGoo is a new kind of GPS surveying and map creation tool that was specially designed for selected industries and segments including archaeology, environmental, architecture, utilities and forestry. CartoGoo is able to let you record data graphically whenever you're at the site, allowing you to double check your work on the spot while boasting the ability to let you work in 3D whilst making use of Google Earth simultaneously. Among the features of CartoGoo include the ability to import and export XML files, GPS calibration, data collection and multiple data overlays among others.

Thanko GPS Watch

Posted on October 30, 2009 10:32 AM

Thanko has unveiled their latest GPS Watch known as the GPSTRVBK, which is nigh unpronounceable if you ask us. This is but a standard timepiece that will feature an integrated GPS module which in turn logs your every single movement once turned on, letting you upload your logs onto a computer later for use with Google Maps and other compatible software. Alternatively, you could get this for a clueless spouse to make sure he/she really gets to the office as relayed instead of shacking up at a lover's place.