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GPS Travelogue
GPS is fast catching on, and there are many devices these days that sport GPS navigation support. The GPS Travelogue is yet another one of those, where it will rely on GPS technology to track and record everywhere you travel, letting you upload your journey to online mapping applications such as Google Earth later on. All locations are stored in real time thanks to its integrated 64MB of flash memory at intervals which are pre-determined by you – they range between one second and 59 minutes, and has enough memory to hold up to 260,000 waypoints including altitude, speed, time, and distance. Tiny enough to fit into your palm, the GPS Travelogue is compatible with Windows 7, XP or Vista operating systems. A two-hour charge can offer enough juice for the entire day, and then some. The GPS Travelogue will retail for $149.95 from Hammacher.
Tamtam Flash by Designaffairs Studio puts directions on any flat surface
I have never used a GPS while walking, but if I did, I would want to use a Tamtam instead of a TomTom.
This is the Tamtam Flash from Designaffairs Studio, and it is designed to make it easy for the average pedestrian who is traveling on the sidewalk instead of on the highway.
As you can see, the Tamtam works as a flashlight which will enable it to work on any flash surface, such as this sidewalk. I can imagine that there must be some chip in it that makes certain that the arrow always points in the correct direction.
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Reverse Geocaching Box
Most of us would have heard of geo-tagging, where it is a way to add map coordinates to photographs and gadgets in order to employ positional markers, helping you remember where you went for the summer holidays in 2010 half a century from now. Well, there is nothing quite like seeing a reverse position – hence the reverse geo-caching gift box which relies on a similar technology which can only be opened once it is placed within the set coordinates – which would mean getting both the longitude and latitude perfectly matched. Sounds like some sort of James Bond spy-thriller quest – imagine driving your lady nuts with a proposal ring inside, causing her to drive all over town until the box magically pops open at the restaurant the both of you first met.
Source: Geeky Gadgets
Rideit from IturanUSA
IturanUSA has unveiled its latest product, the Rideit. Rideit boasts of being a waterproof and shockproof global positioning system (GPS) device that was specially designed to work with motorcycles, and IturanUSA is so bold as to offer a guarantee for it to withstand the toughest road and weather conditions. Sounds like something every biker could make do with, don’t you think?
Rideit is the only product on the market that was developed internally by expert technicians and combines an alarm system and tracking device in one. The product designers paid special attention to details like power consumption and sensor placement, and packaged the device with a remote control – another element that no other GPS product currently offers. Other notable features include an internal accelerometer sensor which detects change in bike angles and can analyze on-road accidents, five second motion alert feature, and siren and blinkers output. Customers will also enjoy personalized perks such as alert notifications by e-mail or SMS (text message) and a back up battery.
There is still no word on pricing details, but we hope to see Rideit revolutionize the motorcycle industry. It might not survive a head-on collision with a car or a tree though, so always err on the side of caution just to be safe when riding!
Garmin Oregon 450t and 450 touchscreen unveiled
Garmin, an old name when it comes to navigational devices, are back in the market with a couple of new devices – the Garmin Oregon 450t and 450 touchscreen. Both models will target the outdoor enthusiast, as they boast compatibility with the entire online community at Garmin Connect while supporting Garmin’s free Custom Maps utility that is useful for transferring paper or digital maps onto your compatible handheld. Sounds pretty neat, eh? With both models supporting touchscreen technology, you are able to navigate through a glove-friendly touchscreen interface. Don’t fret about keeping this safe and sound by being extra careful with it when outdoors – instead, Garmin won’t mind if you threw caution to the wind since the touchscreen display was built to be resistant to the rigors of nature, despite boasting 3″ of full color that can be read under most conditions with ease.
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Cydle to offer new devices at CES 2010
CES 2010 is the launchpad for many companies where new products are concerned, and Cydle isn’t going to miss out on the party next January by offering to unveil the first portable GPS with built-in HD Radio and free HD live traffic updates in the world. The Korea-based company hopes that their portable GPS system will turn any vehicle into a haven, even if it is a bone shaker, offering the driver with various options to get to their destination accurately within the routes selected, or keeping the kids in the back seat entertained while one’s family is on a long road trip in order to avoid the dreaded repetitious question, “Are we there yet?”
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Recon Technologies making some highly advanced ski goggles
I haven’t been skiing in over a decade, and there were times that I got lost on the slopes. They didn’t have navigation units or cellular phones back then, but this new device from Recon Instruments could turn skiing into a very high-tech experience.
The Recon Instruments ski goggles have a miniature heads-up display that can show the skier’s position on the slopes, as well as the location of his or her friends. You can even use the GPS function to guide the ski patrol to you in case you crash and burn on the slopes.
Not bad, but that is not all they do. It can also display altitude, temperature, as well as recording the skier’s speed the height that he or she has jumped.
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TomTom XXL 540S World Traveler Edition
TomTom needs no introduction when it comes to GPS navigation devices, and they have just introduced yet another model for the masses – this time round it will be the TomTom XXL 540S World Traveler Edition that will see action in vehicles of those who pick one up. This is a special edition of the TomTom XXL family of products, where drivers are able to enjoy the entire gamut of TomTom’s premium technologies, ranging from optimal routing to having the latest maps of the U.S., Canada and Europe, all enjoyed over the more generous 5″ display, making it perfect for those with failing vision to not miss a turn (well, there is always voice guidance with such devices these days anyways to further help you out).
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