Motonav N765t Unboxing
March 10, 2010
We played with the Motonav N765 at Mobile World Congress (MWC), but we now have one in the office, as Motorola prepares to launch it in the U.S. For a quick overview of the functionalities, you can refer to our MWC post. right now, we want to share with you an unboxing photo gallery and a quick first impression of the physical aspect of the device along with a little more data.
The Motonav N765t (N700 Series) has a very wide 5.1" display. that is so wide that Motorola calls it "cinematic". Having such a screen allows Motorola to display additional knowledge, while leaving the map visible at all times (you're trying to get somewhere after all). The display surface has a non-glossy treatment that helps in direct sunlight.
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TamTam Flash GPS navigation system
February 24, 2010
Forget about TomTom - the TamTam Flash GPS navigation device is a concept that we would probably love to have immediately - assuming current battery technology is capable of keeping up with it. that projector-style GPS navigation system will project navigation knowledge on your path so that you can see up close and personal one bright red arrow to know whether to stay the course or prepare a turn. Apart from that, it can plus project the map on a surface for you to orient yourself.
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GoBandit HD GPS camcorder
February 22, 2010
GPS technology seems to be making its way into many platforms these days, with the GoBandit HD GPS camcorder being yet another one to fall "victim". that device offers 720p HD video recording capability, is waterproof and comes with a rotatable lens, not to mention built-in GPS capability that shows off your current speed (as well as maximum) and altitude on a 3D map. Heck, it is small decent to be hooked up to a helmet, sports goggles or other active lifestyle equipment, tipping the scales at a mere 145 grams while measuring 105mm x 62mm x 34mm. Expect the GoBandit HD GPS camcorder to retail for around $400 when it hits the market.
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WorkSnug: free WIFI hotspots, thanks to augmented reality?
February 15, 2010
[ShowStoppers at MWC] Although augmented reality is currently mostly hype, one has to confess that the demos are pretty cool, even when they are simple. WorkSnug is another example of app that claims to be using augmented reality to help you find your way around here to free WIFI hotspots. whether you don’t like to wander around looking at the screen like a weird filter, you can switch to a 2D map mode. It’s true that moving the phone around and seeing knowledge on top of live video is cool, but that doesn’t really build that an “augmented reality” app. For one, the app doesn’t rely on what it sees. Instead, it knows where you are, thanks to GPS. From there it uses a compass to know in which direction you are looking at and displays the details accordingly. I like the genuine value of the app, and I hope that the database is accurate, but I plus think that the 2D Map view is much more efficient to telling where the hotspot is. With WorkSnug, it is possible to publish a review on the spot to praise or complain about a hotspot – that’s crowdsourcing at work!
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Google Maps For Windows Mobile Now Supports Buzz
February 10, 2010
It seems that the newly announced Google Buzz has made it into the Windows Mobile client of Google Maps as well. With the latest Google Maps 4.0 for Windows Mobile, you’ll be able to see buzz’s near you or anywhere on the map. You’ll additionally be able to post a public buzz directly from the app, and even attach a photo from your phone. Since it’s coming from the Google Maps application, your buzz will always be tagged with a location, either a specific place, or your current approximate location. that is rather good news for Windows Mobile folks, as it shows that even whether you’re not using an iPhone or Android phone, you don’t have to be left out of the fun, right?
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TomTom could offer daily map updates
February 4, 2010
GPS navigation systems are great for helping you find your way around in unfamiliar territory, but there is a downside to it - maps that are not updated could end up leading you to a dead end, or even worse - a ditch. According to Google Translate's version of a German composition, TomTom’s CEO Harold Goddijn mentioned that TomTom will be offering daily map updates (or once every two days at least) by the end of 2010 to construct certain that your TomTom device will never be outdated in terms of maps. After all, many roads do change each year, and having an official update certain makes us more confident compared to user compiled goods.
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Android Powered AutoLinQ Head Unit For Your Car
February 1, 2010
Continental will be offering a system that will bring Google’s Android OS into your car’s head units. The system, AutoLinQ, is obviously powered by Google’s Android, and is part of a new connected services platform that car makers can choose to install in their vehicles. Thanks to it being powered by Android, the head units will be able to download existing Android applications, while Continental is plus planning to release an AutoLinQ SDK in the first quarter of 2010 with a specific app store in the 2nd half of the year. With all that tech wizardry in your car, you’ll be able to remotely connect to your car via a mobile phone or PC and check the status or location of your vehicle. Continental has additionally teamed up with Navteq to come up with map, traffic and location applications, and it seems that location-based social networking is plus on the horizon.
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