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CSR provides GPS chip for Samsung Galaxy S II

Dave Rubert — Mon, 09 May 2011 01:49:56 +0000

CSR just announced that their SiRFstarIV GPS receiver chip is providing location capabilities for Samsung’s latest Galaxy S II smartphone. What’s most interesting with CSR’s technology in this architecture is that the designer anticipated that the receiver would be operating very close to other smartphones and various other devices emitting radio frequency. So SiRFstarIV includes CSR’s jammer removal technology that detects, tracks and blocks up to 8 separate sources of interference in the GPS frequency band that could inhibit GPS signals. Some of the other features of SiRFstarIV GSD4t – which is the model used in Galaxy S II includes -160 dBm tracking sensitivity, 8 mW in 1-Hz TricklePower mode, cost effective 42 ball, 0.4 mm design that occupies less than 20 square millimeters and more. Brought to you by your GPS navigation site NaviGadget. CSR provides GPS chip for Samsung Galaxy S II

BMW uses GPS to predict your shifts

Dave Rubert — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 20:50:57 +0000

BMW says they are in later stages of developing a transmission system that uses GPS data to predict your upcoming shifts. Parts of this system include the Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) system, and the GPS navigation system. DSC collects data real time on current road conditions. This information is used with GPS data which could foresee turns, traffic congestion, elevation change, etc. At the end you have a plan of action before the shift even occurs. In the end BMW claims you’ll experience a smoother, fasting shifting vehicle. Brought to you by your GPS navigation site NaviGadget. BMW uses GPS to predict your shifts

Kenwood’s new lineup of GPS navigation + multimedia products

Dave Rubert — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 06:18:13 +0000

At CES 2011 last week in Las Vegas Kenwood introduced four new in-dash GPS navigation + multimedia units where navigation was handled by Garmin. The top of the line unit was the DNX7180 which is a double-DIN device that has lane assistance, junction view, built-in NAVTEQ live traffic service, Garmin’s ecoRoute, and support for vehicle diagnostics via the KNA-EC100 ODBII interface. DNX7180 also does Pandora provided you link it up with your smartphone. It has a 6.95″ touch screen, supports DVD videos, iPod, USB video, and split screen feature. DNX6180 has a slightly smaller 6.1″ touch screen which makes space for a knob for volume control. It also supports various external sources including DVD, MP3/WMA, iPod, Pandora, USB sticks, HD radio, etc. DNX5180 is pretty much identical to DNX6180 but lacks Bluetooth connectivity. However the KCA-BT300 can be added later for this feature. Single-DIN KVT-516 does not have GPS navigation by default but you can always add the KNA-G610 later on for this feature. KVT-516 has a 7″ retractable touch screen. Here is the pricing information:

DNX7180 $1,500.00 February, 2011
DNX6180 $1,200.00 February, 2011
DNX5180 $1,150.00 February, 2011
KVT-516 $850.00 Available Now
KNA-EC100 $150.00 February, 2011

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Thinkware announced new iNavi Read R100

Dave Rubert — Wed, 08 Dec 2010 02:42:55 +0000

Korean Thinkware just announced a new iNavi in-dash GPS navigation system. The new model is called iNavi Ready R100 and it uses a 1GHz processor (Cortex A8) with 512MB of RAM. It has two different screen sizes, a 7″ model and an 8″ model. The really awesome part is that the device can handle two displays so you can have your navigation going while playing a cartoon in 720p resolution for the kids in the back seat. Other features real time traffic updates, digital TV receiver, G-sensor, USB 2.0 host, microSD card slot, super realistic 3D views, and the new Ublox6 GPS receiver that is most sensitive than ever… via Brought to you by your GPS navigation site NaviGadget. Thinkware announced new iNavi Read R100

Garmin GTU 10 live GPS tracking device

Dave Rubert — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 20:30:39 +0000

Garmin seems to be experimenting with a new live GPS tracking device called GTU 10 as we caught a glimpse of it in the FCC docs. It is not announced yet as they have a request to keep external, and internal photos, users manual, and test setup photos under cover for another 45 days. We’re not exactly sure what market Garmin is after with the GTU 10 but the device is called “GSM/GPRS enabled GPS tracking device” and operates on GSM850 and PCS1900 frequencies. It is also powered by via USB port and that’s really all we can get the from the available FCC docs. We’ll just have to wait and see. Brought to you by your GPS navigation site NaviGadget. Garmin GTU 10 live GPS tracking device

new Pioneer GPS navigation systems

Dave Rubert — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 04:50:29 +0000

Pioneer of Japan just updated their Carrozzeria series with two new models. The AVIC-T05 and AVIC-T07.

Both GPS navigation systems offer a One-Seg TV Tuner. They support various multimedia formats such as WMA, MP3, AAC, WAV, WMV, MP4, AVI and include 8GB of internal storage for all your entertainment.

The biggest improvement though is the addition of 3G (HSDPA / W-CDMA) modules for access to traffic and other sorts of updates including new maps.

AVIC-T07 will have a 5.8″ screen and AVIC-T05 will have a 4.8″ though offering the same VGA resolution.

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new Pioneer GPS navigation systems

Kenwood DNX9260BT in-dash GPS navigation

Dave Rubert — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:17:29 +0000

Kenwood keeps renovating their in-dash GPS navigation line with this latest Kenwood DNX9260BT which they showcased at IFA 2010. Kenwood DNX9260BT supports 3D views, has a 7″ VGA screen, bluetooth connectivity and support for various kinds multimedia files. GPS navigation software DNX9260BT is from Garmin which promises quick route calculations free of traffic thanks to the integrated TMC receiver. Other features from Garmin side include 3D Reality View, EcoNavigation for fuel savings, and a lot more. Brought to you by your GPS navigation site NaviGadget. Kenwood DNX9260BT in-dash GPS navigation

Sony Xplod navigation comes with TomTom software

Dave Rubert — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 03:34:51 +0000

The new SonyXplod AV Navigation Systems will be coming with TomTom navigation software which is fully connected, offering LIVE services such as HD Traffic to keep you out of traffic jams and Google business address searches. Other TomTom features that are available on Sony Xplod (aka XNV-L77BT) are the IQ Routes and Map Share which make use of the actual speed data collected from millions of users to accurately calculate the travel time of any given route. It accounts for rush hours, traffic lights, and even shopping crowds when calculating your ETA. Brought to you by your GPS navigation site NaviGadget. Sony Xplod navigation comes with TomTom software

just give me the street adress!!!

Dave Rubert — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 05:35:52 +0000

We know xkcd loves GPS navigation systems as much as we do: alt text says:

Yes, I understand that the turn is half a mile past the big field, but my GPS knows that, too. This would be easier if you weren’t about to ask me to repeat it all back to you.

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garmin nuvi 3790T

Dave Rubert — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 06:29:51 +0000

Garmin Nuvi 3790T is one of the latest additions to Garmin’s Nuvi lineup. Nuvi 3790T is the highest end of the three that just got announced (other two are nuvi 3760T, and nuvi 3750) today. Priced at $450 nuvi 3790T accepts voice commands, offers 3D building views, has bluetooth wireless, and gets updated traffic information for the lifetime of the product.

Some of the other features that are common throughout this new 3700 series are the full glass high resolution 4.3″ multitouch screen, ability to operate in both portrait and landscape modes, super slim 9mm body, and the windshield mount that now carries an extra speaker for even clearer voice guidance.

Here’s the “making of” the new super slim 3700 nuvis.

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garmin nuvi 3790T