The world really does not need this GPS, btw. There are tons of options out there that doesn’t include Dale Jr. spouting off directions to you. However, if you are a Milwaukee’s Best drinking, red F-250 driving, die hard NASCAR junkie, this one if for you, redneck. → Read More
Sorry school-skipping teenagers and spouse-cheating losers, AT&T has launched FamilyMap, which will track a phone’s location either by GPS or cell-phone tower triangulation on a Microsoft Live Map. Other providers have offered similar services for a while, but now AT&T has gotten into the big brother spy game. → Read More
Two Forerunner updates to the 405 and the 305 add improved calorie and heartrate monitoring systems to an already impressive set of features. The 405 is my favorite workout watch. It picks up GPS signals in a few seconds. The update adds “comfort” and a more accurate heartrate measuring system to the watch.
Using algorithms developed by exercise scientists and world-class athletes, Forerunner… → Read More
This isn’t quite exactly what I pictured for a wrist computer, but it’s a start I suppose. It looks more like a blood pressure machine that we see at Wal-Mart. The Zypad WR1100 is a 23 ounce, rugged, wireless computer operating with a Linux OS. → Read More
Here’s a relatively inexpensive, yet very inconspicuous magnetic GPS tracker that you can hide on your car to keep tabs on your no-good kids and/or your no-good spouse. → Read More
Navigon got cozy with Rand McNally a few months ago and now we are seeing the fruits of that relationship with three new GPS units, two packaged with the familiar traveling name. → Read More
TomTom announced today that Microsoft is suing them for patent infringement, however they denied that they had violated any of Microsoft’s patent rights. Microsoft said that it it taking legal action against the GPS maker after the two failed to reach a licencing agreement after more then a year of negotiation. → Read More
Dare we call the current crop of GPS units dumb. While they can tell you how to get between A or B, they don’t really know you. BMW’s upcoming Intelligent Learning Navigation System, or ILENA for short, will get to know you and your spouse intimately. → Read More
With everyone complaining and wishing for turn-by-turn GPS directions on the iPhone, it looks like one app flew under the radar. Called G-Map, this application originally got bad ratings with most users saying that it didn’t work. Well they fixed it and released a 1.2 version that now gets 3 to 5 stars. → Read More
Because Orthodox Jews aren’t really allowed to use the Internet the Mio Ma’amin or Mio Believer is a GPS device with wireless connectivity removed and lots of Kosher points of interests including restaurants, tourist spots, and a nice little place maybe to get a piece of fish or maybe a little matzah brei and maybe it could find a phone for you to call your Bubbe once in a while, huh? Mr. Smart… → Read More
This may very well be the lowest price I’ve seen on a new GPS unit in quite some time. Buy.com has the Magellan Maestro 3200 with a 3.5-inch touchscreen for just $59.99. It’s devoid of features like music playback, Bluetooth, and traffic info but sometimes you just want to know how to get from point A to point B without a bunch of extra fluff. → Read More
Woohoo! I just sent my Storm to Matt, so I can’t verify this, but I’m sure it’s legit. The latest update to Google Maps for BlackBerrys, 3.0.2, is now compatible with the Storm’s GPS. In case you haven’t updated in a while this latest round includes Latitude, too. Now go get it! → Read More
Germany’s top chipmaker Infineon and Seiko Epson today presented a new single-chip GPS receiver that boasts the highest sensitivity and smallest footprint on the market. The so-called XPOSYS chip will mainly be used in cell phones with built-in navigation functions. → Read More
Were you disappointed by this mornings news that the other nuvifone wouldn’t be sportin’ the droid? So were we. Then we realized it wasn’t so much because we cared for the new nuvifone, but because we just wanted turn-by-turn navigation on an Android phone. Turns out, we don’t have much longer to wait. According to their new product page, we should be using Telenav’s… → Read More
Amazon.com has a Gold Box deal today on the Garmin nüvi 760 4.3-inch widescreen Bluetooth portable GPS system. It normally goes for $240 or so but you can get it for $199 (today only). → Read More
That OnPar GPS device that we caught wind of last week has been captured on video by Rob over at Golf Views. As far as golf gadgets go, this one’s bound to make a splash thanks to the very iPhone-like interface and what seems like a relatively straightforward user experience mixed in with some pretty interesting shot tracking and statistics features. → Read More
The Lokate Emergency GPS Watch isn’t for everyone. The £295.00 ($426) purchase price and £14.95 per month subscription sees to that. Those that need this type of thing will probably pay the cost without flinching. You see, it comes with a GPS receiver linked to the Internet for instant pin-point tracking on Microsoft Virtual Earth and built-in panic button. Cool, right? But when was the last… → Read More
Short Version: We take a close look at four NAVIGON GPS units that are overpriced but still capable PND. Click on for a review of the 2000S, 2200T, 7200T and 8100T personal navigation devices. → Read More
Sure, it’s –65 out right now but it’s never too early to start thinking about golf. Savant GPS knows this and, as such, will unveil the “On Par” GPS unit in Orlando this weekend with retail availability slated for “early February.” → Read More
When I received the Garmin nuvi 880 for review, my initial reaction was a lackluster “Oh great, another GPS.” As usual, I opened it up and started using it without reading the manual. After using it for a few days, I hadn’t really changed my opinion. After reading the manual, though, and really taking advantage of what this GPS offers, my tune changed considerably. → Read More
TeleNav’s Shotgun PND is prepping for an update packed with two exciting features that should be launching in the next day or two. The Internet-connected GPS device will soon allow you to record miles driven and rate/review POIs. The data is stored and downloadable (Excel or PDF) from My TeleNav for up to two years. That should come in handy for the road warriors when submitting expenses and… → Read More
TomTom and Fujitsu Ten have announced the ECLIPSE AVN4430 in-dash nav system and it’s pretty darn expensive at $850. But, I’m not sure how much in-car GPS units go for from manufacturers so correct me if I’m wrong. The plus side is that you can remove the TomTom GPS unit whenever you please and use it elsewhere. It sports a 4.3-inch screen and controls all of your car’s entertainment needs. It… → Read More
The $299 Internet-Connected GPS from Best Buy’s “Insignia” house brand features a cool built-in cellular connection, allowing you to harness the power of Google to find stores, restaurants, cheap gas, and more while on the go. However, the lackluster UI and relatively high price tag hold back an otherwise awesome combination of GPS and data services. → Read More
Because Oregon doesn’t have enough taxes (like personal income tax and really high property taxes), the governor is proposing a mileage tax, based off of a GPS unit installed in your car. → Read More
Garmin is expecting ’08 to be a banner year despite the piss-poor economy. When all the beans are counted and the ducks are lined up, the largest GPS manufacturer expects to have shipped 50% more GPS units this year verse in previous years.
Update after the jump → Read More
A Greek camera site has set the world afire with rumors of Pentax’s new K20Ds being equipped with GPS units. Observe: Πλέον στην έκδοση κιτ K20D + GPS Tracker είναι η τέλεια DSLR της αγοράς για όσους ταξιδεύουν! Nothing could be clearer! As the K20D is already weather-resistant, a GPS unit would make it that much more attractive to… → Read More
Magellan is moving past the highly competitive consumer GPS market. The entire sector will be sold off to MiTAC International, the folks behind the Mio GPS brand, at the end of January ’09. The future of Magellan’s three brands, RoadMate, Maestro, and Triton, is unclear but one thing is for certain: there are way too many GPS options available. Sure, everyone should have the… → Read More
Now I know this Magellan RM 1200 GPS unit is refurbished, but hear me out. First, it’s only $70. Second, it’d make a good gift. And third, it comes with a one-year warranty just like a new one would. Other stuff includes maps of the lower 48 plus Puerto Rico and Hawaii, 3.5-inch 320×240 touchscreen, 1.3 million points of interest, SD card slot, and a rechargeable battery good for two… → Read More
This watch tracks your position and sends text to your girlfriend so she knows if you are in trouble. It has a 96×96 monochrome screen, mini USB, supports TCP/IP and it’s waterproof. Fully charged it will operate for 60 hours. Your mom will like this watch because it has Geofence, a virtual fence that if you cross the 005 will know, send text and beep. It also has a button for sending… → Read More
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