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New Google Maps More Like a PND
An updated version of Google Maps For Mobile with features similar to an advanced portable navigation device will launch this summer for both Android and iOS devices. Google will provide dynamic rerouting from within
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TomTom Previews New PNDs, Sports Watch
TomTom announced a new portable navigation device (PND) with redesigned interactive maps. The company is billing the device as a tool for more than navigating, which includes advanced free traffic updates and 3D Maps
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PND Decline to Accelerate to 20% in 2013
Garmin said industry portable navigation device (PND) sales will fall more rapidly than expected. PND sales in North America are now expected to drop by 20 percent in 2013. Only a month ago, Garmin
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Garmin Changes Navigation Cues
Garmin announced a new way to receive turn-by-turn directions. Now, in addition to telling drivers to turn at a certain road, it will also tell them to “turn right at the Starbucks” when applicable.
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Magellan Intros SmartGPS
Magellan’s newest GPS device has tablet-like features and hardware, with a 5-inch capacitive screen and built-in WiFi, plus a new social media system. At CES Magellan is offering its SmartGPS, that lets users see maps, navigate and view
Read More »Software Update For TomTom PNDs
TomTom has released a new software update for all VIA and GO LIVE GPS devices. The update offers new features and software enhancements, including: Improved Advanced Lane Guidance: New and improved Advanced Lane Guidance
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Portable GPS Declines 40% on Black Friday
It was a disappointing Black Friday overall for consumer electronics, according to The NPD Group, with sales falling almost 6 percent compared to last year, for the week of November 18-24. This drop followed
Read More »Magellan and Canadian Tire Offer PND with Backup Camera
SANTA CLARA, CA — Magellan announced the M RoadMate 5255T-LM GPS navigator and Magellan Back-Up Camera safety package, available at Canadian Tire Corp. This combination provides drivers with top-quality GPS navigation features for safe,
Read More »Magellan PNDs Can Send “Text”
Magellan announced 5 new portable navigation device (PND) models that include standout features such as a safe texting mode that lets drivers respond to incoming phone calls with a pre-written text message. The new
Read More »TomTom Offers $30 Cash Back
CONCORD, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– TomTom is offering customers up to $30 fuel cashback this summer with the purchase of its portable navigation devices. This offer is part of TomTom’s summer campaign to help people get
Read More »TomTom HD Traffic Reduces Drive Time up to 30%
Intertraffic, Amsterdam, 27 March 2012 – According to independent research conducted by the German Aerospace Centre (DLR), solutions with TomTom’s real-time traffic information save drivers the most time and money. According to the study,
Read More »Samsung’s Latest Phone: Galaxy Note
One of the more “notable” new smartphones shown at CES this month was the Samsung Galaxy Note, sporting a very large 5.3-inch HD Super AMOLED screen. (Think about that in terms of use for
Read More »TomTom Launches New “Start” PNDs
TomTom said it will simplify its portable GPS lineup and slash the number of models it carries by almost half. “Today’s customers walk into a store and see 38 SKUs. What we’re trying to
Read More »Garmin Shows Traffic Camera Views on PND
Garmin is releasing a new app for Android users that shows live traffic camera views on a nuvi portable navigation device (PND). By using your Android phone’s wireless connection, you may look up real
Read More »Magellan Adds Back Up Camera for PND for RVs
SANTA CLARA, CA–Magellan GPS announced that it will release additional features and accessories for the Magellan RoadMate Pro 9165T that will provide RV drivers even more flexibility and convenience as they travel. An in-vehicle
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