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Magellan's RoadMate 1470 is the first product released since the company was acquired by Mitac earlier this year, and if the 1470 is any indication, this is going to be a very good union indeed.
An ultra-wide 4.7-inch display, easy to use interface, and uncommonly flexible routing options make the RoadMate 1470 one of the best GPS devices Magellan has produced in a very long time.
LiveViewGPS's PT-8200 can do something no other small GPS tracking device can: work inside a parking garage, an elevator, movie theater, basement, or just about any other place where regular GPS devices won't work. Relying on GPS, A-GPS, and nearby cell towers, the PT8200 can automatically switch into triangulation mode, combining last known GPS location data with cell tower position fixes to triangulate its location on the map.
Combined with a high capacity battery that lasts up to 30 days on a single charge, and an advanced set of features and reporting options, the PT8200 is a powerful GPS tracker that works in places others wont.
Continue reading "LiveViewGPS Covert GPS Tracker PT-8200 Review" »
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LiveViewGPS' PT-10 is a portable real-time GPS tracker that sends position updates every 10 seconds when moving above 10 MPH, and every 20 feet when walking. For a flat $39.99 monthly fee, you get unlimited use, and can lookup the device's location from any Internet-connected web browser.
The PT-10 extremely easy to use, has loads of reporting options, is equipped with a motion sensor to conserve battery life, and is the most accurate GPS tracking device of its kind.
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Garmin released their 2010 map update yesterday. After an initial hiccup, the update is now working properly and you can safely go ahead and install it.
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to install the new maps onto your Garmin GPS.
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Garmin has released 2010 North American and European maps, available as an electronic download or DVD purchase via Garmin's nuMaps Lifetime ($119 for North America, $139 for Europe) or nuMaps Onetime programs ($69 for North America, $129 for Europe).
I'm hearing reports that after downloading the almost 2GB map update file, some users are unable to complete the install, and are seeing the following error: "An error occurred while communicating with the Garmin server."
Continue reading "Garmin's 2010 Map Update Causing Headaches For Some" »
Magellan has released 5 new RoadMate models: the RoadMates 1210, 1220, 1340, 1440, and 1470. Ranging in price from $139.99 to $229.99, these new models sport an updated, slim design, highway lane assist, and have Magellan's handy "OneTouch" menu customization feature.
The 1470 is in stock and available only at Amazon, and the other models will be available soon. Read on for all the details, pricing, and availability.
The WorldTracker Enduro is one of the smallest real-time GPS tracking devices available. Waterproof, highly sensitive, 5-10 day battery life, and able to operate in extreme temperatures, this A-GPS locator is GPRS/GSM compatible, and comes equipped with a panic button, GeoFencing features, and remote control.
