June 2009
Handheld GPS Receiver - Technology in Your Hands
The rapid technological progress in today s world has enhanced our way of living and added convenience to our lives. In the earlier times, you could not think of exploring an unknown area or a foreign land on your own lest you get lost
May 2009
4 Great Reasons to Buy a GPS
Debating whether or not to buy a GPS? Not sure if you need it, if youll use it or if it will be helpful? Well, if youre on the fence, here are a few great reasons why to buy a GPS.
December 2008
GPS Buyers Guide - What to Look For Before Buying a GPS
When looking for a good GPS, it is easy to get overwhelmed when comparing the many features that are available. First, decide what you will be using the GPS for. If it will just be for use in your car then you would not need some of the features that would appeal to hikers, boaters, or pilots.
July 2008
The GPS Auto Tracker - Your Car Security Buddy
Every time you need to make a decision, you have to study all the details involved before you can make an informed decision. If you currently don’t have a GPS system installed in your car, then you’re not a very smart individual.
GPS Owners Feel More Relaxed on the Road
We have already written a lot about GPS, their functions and modifications. These devices are getting more and more popular and attract not only reporters’ attention but also researchers’ interest.
May 2008
More info on GPS with Sony PSP
So the Sony PSP not only plays games, surfs the Internet, doubles up as a (hefty) portable media player, and acts as a Skype device, it will most probably function as a GPS navigation device in the future.
April 2008
Hack your Sprint Motorola Q9c to improve GPS performance - GPS aGPS = awesome
Sprint’s Motorola Q9c features a fully open GPS receiver - the first Windows Mobile smartphone to rock integrated GPS on Sprint’s network. The Moto Q9c’s “open” GPS means that the receiver’s COM ports are visible and accessible to external programs - not just the programs (like navigation software) that the carrier wants you to use.
December 2007
Selecting the best auto GPS
Garmin, Magellan, and TomTom all make good units. They also make units in different price ranges, with varying bells and whistles. Garmin is the best if money is not a concern. Magellan is considered to be a close second. Magellan is also generally priced cheaper than Garmin. The routes are as good as Garmin, but quality may be a concern. TomTom is the cheapest.
Viliv X7 GPS navigation system
Koreans have yet another GPS navigation system to choose from - the Viliv X7. Not only does it tell you where you are and how to get to where you re going, the X7 features a DMB receiver that allows users to watch digitally broadcast channels.
November 2007
Dual sided GPS mobile phone
Check out the latest GPS enabled mobile phone from China. Not only does it have built in GPS…it is dual sided and each side is fully functional. One side has the the traditional keypad (to use as regular phone) and the other has PDA keys (and the larger screen used for navigation).
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