Here is another GPS for Korean. XRoad MO1000 GPS navigation system is able to render 3D maps complete with buildings and other necessary structures. It is all because of its brilliant RMI Alchemy Au1250 processor which running at a remarkable 600MHz.
Besides the fantastic 3D mapping, XRoad MO1000 features 7 inch TFT LCD touchscreen display, 30 GB hard disk drive, DMB receiver, live traffic information, picture-in-picture capability and powered by WinCE 5.0 OS.
No information on price or availability in the US.
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Another budge GPS from Netropa, the Intellinav 3 ($299) is decent but not notable. Although featuring a 3.5-inch touchscreen, the graphics looked rough compared to other high-end GPS devices.
Netropa added a new feature called the Parked-car Locator, which is not very user-friendly. To use the Parked-car Locator, you have to start the Intellinav 3 when you enter the parking lot and select the tool. A straight line that leads you to your car will appear from the device only after a long 30-second wait.
The Netropa Intellinav 3 is affordable and worthwhile, which features typical GPS features.
From: Laptopmag
Thanks to NavNGo Limo, you can turn your car display into a GPS unit with no difficulty. This kit includes all the receivers and hardware needed to turn any in-car display into a navigational unit. Unlike most GPS device, there will be no touchscreen since this kit comes with a remote control that could manage the software.
Let’s look at the hardware in the kit. There is a 300MHz processor, the SiRF Start III GPS chipset, and the 2GB SD card that stores all the necessary maps and such, an external GPS antenna, an external speaker, and an external IR sensor as well as the remote. With such a complete set, you don’t have to purchase a portable GPS unit.
No information on price or availability. It might not be available in the US, since it is a Hungarian product.
From: Slash Gear
Asus unveiled its own GPS portable navigation device – R700t, which features the normal array of GPS functions.
R700t is very slim indeed, measuring 128×80x13.2mm. Weighing only 200 grams, R700t is a very compact and tiny GPS device with 4.3-inch 65k color TFT touchscreen boasting a resolution of 480×272 pixels. Other distinguish features include Bluetooth 2.0, 3D navigation routes, traffic message channel, MP@ and video playback, picture browsing, 64MB RAM and 1GB flash-ROM memory with MicroSD expansion up to 4GB. Not to mention that R700t features another effective function, Location Alarm that reminds you when you are in surrounding area of a particular task you have fed into the GPS unit.
The GPS unit is only available in Taiwan at $394.
From: Mobile Whack
Watch out for Sony’s latest in-car GPS, the NVXYZ777, you will always keep your eyes on the road. This device displays a 3D rendering of the streets and buildings of Tokyo. Featuring high resolution touch screen, this GPS unit has 30GB of storage and is able to play back audio and video files. Therefore, it has the potential to become an absolute media solution.
You might be pretty amazed with the 3D graphics of buildings and streets. But still, look at the road more often than this device because it shows no cars on the street. Sony’s NVXYZ777 is released in Japan only.
From: Cool Hunting
Avis launches the upgraded version of Garmin Nuvi 780 – Where2 GPS across the US. The brand new model is a high end unit that comes with MSN Direct services that will help you observe the traffic, weather and stock/news updates.
Michael Caron, vice president of product and program development for Avis Budget Group is pleased with the popularity of Where2 because demand continues to grow each month. The new Where2 system gives you a range of navigation features including an easy-to-use interface, traffic notification, Bluetooth hands-free calling capability, MP3 audio playback, and furthermore.
Besides that, Caron emphasizes that the new and slimmer Where2 gives you even more convenience and greater portability. Using the system new destination planning website, you can pre-program the unit with a destination to enable great walking tour of a city during downtime.
From: gpslodge
After announcing PSP GPS service in US, Sony revealed its latest GPS device, Nav-U series during the CES press conference. This brand new GPS device has elegant and sleek design, touch screen shortcuts, and 5 million points of interests. As shown in the photo above, you can see locations in much more details as the dual view features show the surrounding point of interests.
The 2Gb memory Stick Pro Duo that comes with Nav-U series ensures that you will always have sufficient space for latest maps. The 4.3-inch screen with 16 x 9 aspect ratio display gives you a clear view on your route.
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Looks like CES 2008 has uncovered the Magellan Maestro Elite 5340 with Google Local Search. This is pretty useful as the local GPRS connection will enable searches even when there is no GPS satellites around.
Magellan, the world’s fastest-growing GPS brand, today premiered its Maestro Elite 5340+GPRS connected auto navigation unit featuring Google Local Search that enables users to get deep, location-specific information on the go. Scheduled to ship in Q1 2008, the Magellan Maestro Elite 5340+GPRS will be the first GPS model to enable users to search for local events – from concerts to local library events – as well as local businesses and services. Magellan will be showcasing its new products in its booth at the 2008 Consumer Electronics Show booth (no. 31247) beginning Monday, Jan. 7, 2008.
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Not wanting to be left out of announcing some upcoming models for the CES 2008 next week, Garmin is lining up four new entries in its nüvi GPS line, including the nüvi 800 series, the nüvi 5000 series, the nüvi 780, and the nüvi 260W. This traditional portable GPS devices have integrated screens, integrated maps, and route-finding capabilities. You might also wanna drop by the Garmin booth next week to check out the Forerunner 405 GPU, Colorado 400t and 400i handheld GPS devices.
The nüvi 800 features a 4.3-inch touchscreen display and speech recognition technology for managing the GPS in-vehicle while keeping both hands on the wheel; the technology also take into MSN Direct content, so drivers can speak queries like “Find nearest grocery store” and see a list of places to stock up on munchies for the road. The
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Here’s news on some new Alpine PND-K3 and PND-K3msn GPS models. They have similar features except the K3msn which bundles in with MSN Direct, which offers up-to-date traffic, weather, gas price information and movie showtimes. The GPS units are also said to boast voice guidance, fast automatic map zooming, and Bluetooth support for hands-free calling. Make sure to visit their booth at CES 2008 to get some more information this coming 7 to 10 Jan 2008.
Alpine PND-K3 and PND-K3msn GPS models specs:
* 4.3-inch wide high resolution touchscreen
* Pre-loaded maps of USA & Canada (including Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico & Virgin Islands)
* Fast routing and map zooming
* 6 million POIs with selectable map icons
* Auto map zoom
* Multi-language menus and voice guide
* Customizable map and menu colors
* Animated menus
* Easy to use windshield and dashboard mount
* Built-in SD card slot and speaker for use with music player
* Announces street names during guidance
* Built-in Bluetooth for convenient hands-free calling
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