Archives for Garmin category
30
Jan
Posted on 2010 under GPS, Garmin |
There is good software developed by Garmin, its name is the Approach, which is specially designed for golfers with their handheld mobile devices. And now the latest Approach software is the G5.
If you both like playing golf and own a GPS receiver, with the new Approach G5 software from Garmin and its great features, you can know the measure of the distance of every single hit, besides, the software also can present a very easy way to track the fairway hits.
For hardcore golfers, they should consider this Approach G5 from Garmin.
29
Jan
Posted on 2010 under GPS, Garmin |
The Garmin Nuvi 1490TV GPS navigation system is definitely a great device, however, the company now offers another GPS as an addition to the Nuvi 1490TV with the codename Zumo 220 GPS navigation system.The 220 comes with good price, it will not higher other Zumo devices liek the 550 or the 665 GPS, and the price will be only $600.
On the GPS market,the Zumo 220 GPS could be treated as medium level device,it features a 3.5 inches screen with the lane and text-to-speech assistance.For the other features,such as water proof and being rugged,as well as a bluetooth headset support.The device includes three maps, Puerto Rico,Cananda and US.and there are up to six million points of interest.
The Garmin Zumo 220 will be officially launched in March 2010.
29
Jan
Posted on 2010 under GPS, Garmin |
Garmin has released a new GPS on the market with the codename Nuvi 1490TV.Judging from its name,you may readable see that the device does support digital TV aka DVB-T, with this feature users are able to access up to fifty TV channels as well as more than twenty radio stations in Europe, and they are all free.
Apart from the above features, the Garmin Nuvi GPS comes with a 3.5 mm headphone output as well as a built-in speakers.In terms of the navigation system features, the device includes many European maps, text-to-speech function,safety camera and free premium traffic updates.
The Garmin Nuvi 1490TV GPS navigation system will be launched in April on European market with a price tag of €300.
It is definitely a good news for the Asus and Garmin fans, currently these two companies work together to bring this Nuvifone M10 cell phone.The new handset runs on the Windows Mobile 6.5.3 OS,besides, it features 512 of RAM,a microSD slot,a 5.0 megapixel camera and a 3.5 WVGA display.
The device will be officially launched at Taiwan on 6th February with a price tag around $435.If you want to buy this phone,you need to wait at least two weeks.
19
Jan
Posted on 2010 under GPS, Garmin |
The Valentine day is coming soon,and the Garmin has launched something special which should be very suitable for your “HER”. The new device is the Garmin 1245 City Chic GPS. The navigation comes with an entirely red shell as well as a red leather case, which is definitely a great mobile device for women.
The 1245 City Chic GPS features with lots of new navigational options,the device is an unique gift for “HER” if you are tired of giving the usual flowers and chocolates.However, if you want to use the GPS in a better way, you’d better to buy the CityXplorer maps with $10, which can be used with 1245 City Chic GPS.
8
Jan
Posted on 2010 under Accessories, GPS, Garmin |
Garmin currently offers another interesting GPS handheld system for people who want to enjoy the golf.
The Approach G3 comes with over 12,000 golf courses in the United States and costs at $250. If you can compare the G3 with the Approach G5, you will find that the G3 is a bit cheaper.
The Garmin Approach G3 features a 2.6 inches touchscreen as well as two AA batteries which can last up to 15 hours. If you like golf and you need help on this sport, you may like this Garmin Approach G3.
1
Jan
Posted on 2010 under GPS, Garmin |
Garmin has released new devices out here, the Orgeon 450 and 450t GPS devices. In fact, these two models feature similar specs. The 450t GPS saves topographic maps of the America, including wilderness and forest areas, parks, lakes, rivers, coastlines, interstate highways, roads as well as trails.
Both the 450 and 450t GPS models feature microSD card slot, 850 MB internal storage, a three inches touchscreen displays. If you are interested in these two GPS models, you can buy them from Garmin’s website. The Oregon 450 costs around $399.99 and $499.99 for 450t.
11
Dec
Posted on 2009 under GPS, Garmin |
TomTom and Garmin are the most popular GPS manufacturers out there.However,when it comes to the most expensive GPS navigation system,we have to mention the GPSMAP 4208 Navigation system from Garmin.This is one of the most expensive models which we have mentioned recently.However,you pay for what you get,the device belongs to the marine category and it also brings users the top-notch features.
The Garmin GPSMAp 4208 Navigation system brings you a 8.4 inches VGA display with a 640 x 480 pixels resolution,with a WAAS charplotter & 12 channel GPS single receiver.It is said that this expensive GPS navigation system will preload the BlueChartg2 maps of the American coast.Besides,the Garmin GPSMAP 4208 Navigation system will connected to Garmin’s Marine Network,therefore,you will be able to check the sonar, weather and radar.
The Garmin GPSMAp 4208 Navigation system is now available at Garmin website,you can buy it at $2000 for the company website,or $1,740 at Amazon.
28
Nov
Posted on 2009 under GPS, Garmin |
Thanks to the Black Friday Gold Box,Amazon.com has officially announced that they are going to provide a good deal on one Garmin GPS system,what we are talking about is the Garmin nuvi 285/285WT GPS system.
The device was originally priced at $250,and today you can buy the Garmin nuvi 285/285WT GPS system at $130.That is $120 down of the original price.That is really a good deal.
The Garmin nuvi GPS system will offer its buyers a 4.3 inches widescreen,bluetooth wireless,mic,text-to-speech and speakers.Besides,the device can display lots of information such as movie times,stock prices gas prices and etc.
29
Oct
Posted on 2009 under Garmin |
Garmin Asus launches the Nuvifone G60 a lot later than what we supposed.And the price is also very expensive.Amazon was completely agree with the high price.However,the company does not sell much G60 GPS so far.Therefore,it has decided to sell the products at much cheaper price,Amazon is going to provide a $200 discount on the Nuvifone G60 device.The device is now at $100 only,however,do you really want to buy it?We all know tht the Droid is now available at $199.99 and the Droid Eris will be available at $99.99.

What you see above is a document from Engadget,if the document is true,then we can see that the Garmin-Asus’ nuvifone G60 will be offered by AT&T on 4th October at price of $299.99 with a two year contract.
As what you can see from the image,the nuvifone G60 will bring you a 3.2 megapixel camera,GPS navigation,microSD slot,Bluetooth and HSDPA.
If you are looking for a turn-by-turn GPS system,which also owns cell phone features.The G60 is the right device for you.
3
Sep
Posted on 2009 under GPS, Garmin, Phone News, Portable Devices |
EDGE 500 is a new GPS phone made by Garmin,It is quite useful for cyclists.The GPS navigation system comes with information about calories burned,time,distance and elevation.If you buy a heart rate monitor from Garmin,you can are also able to check the calorie consumption by EDGE 500.
It also features a battery up to 18 hours life time and wireless sync.The device will cost $200 and presently we have no idea about the release date.
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Garmin is now offering new phones, these are the Dakota 10 and Dakota 20 phone. Both are GPS phones and feature a smaller screen.
The Dakota 10 also features a glove-friendly 2.6-inch screen, so you can find your route much easier. The phone is only weighed 6.75 ounces, so as a travel, you want not feel heavy to get this device with you and of course a 20 hours last batteries is needed during the travel. So how do you think about this phone, will you going to take it with you next time when you decide to travel around.
The Dakota 20 includes more features, it has a microSD card, wireless connectivity, a barometric altimeter and a 3-axis tilt-compensated compass.
Are you excited with these two phones, just be patient, now you can pre-order the GPS phone at the price of $200, the devices will hit the market on July 26.
So we will have these two phones after Verizon wireless launch the BlackBerry Tour on 12th July.