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I get sometimes bored of all the GPS systems not bringing anything new to the devices we test. But this one, though we didn’t test it, looks like a great combination of SF, 3D graphics and GPS system. I mean, I could really use this one and I can remember a situation I’ve been involved in recently that would have had a faster and happier ending I would have had such a thing.
To appear real within the landscape, the image must be truly three-dimensional. The Virtual Cable™ uses a unique volumetric display to create this 3D image (patent pending).
The Virtual Cable™ displays can be offered at prices competitive with the embedded screen-based car navigation systems. All components used by the Virtual Cable™ display are currently mass produced for other purposes.
In terms of components independence, the Virtual Cable™ display (as a part of navigation system) is analogous to a PC monitor (as a part of a personal computer system). Just as a PC (CPU) may by upgraded, or replaced, without replacing the monitor, the route-planning device may be upgraded, or replaced, while keeping the original, factory-installed Virtual Cable™ display.
See more, including videos, here.
Is it a GPS device? Is it a fashion accesory? Is it something you would wear while going to a bar with friends?
All we know is that O’Neill Europe just announced “the launch of the NavJacket - a dedicated navigation tool integrated into a high performance Gore-Tex® jacket for the mountains”. In short? It’s a damn jacket with GPS capabilities, for those that wander around in the mountains.
It’s insane, I know, but really, what can be more cool than that? And, while on the mountains, it can really be a life saver. Here are some more details:
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Not really a gadget, but truly, not a motorcycle either: the Big Toe, as it was named, is a huge motorcycle, standing at 7.5 feet high (2.3 meters). And, what is more important, it can be used on public roads.
Big Toe is powered by a 1975 Vintage Type E Jaguar SOHC 2 valve 60 degree 300HP 5.3L 12cylinder engine. Intake comes from 45mm twin choke Weber carburetors and a custom stainless muffler system handles the exhaust.
After Jeep branded GPS devices, we have now the Porsche Design GPS device: Navigon P9611. Isn’t it a little overkill? I love the car, but I wouldn’t pay so much more on a Porsche branded GPS.
Here are the features you get for EUR750:
* Dimensions: 125 x 82 x 19mm [ width x height x depth ]
* Display: Extra-large 4.3-inch touch-screen display
* Memory: 64 MB RAM, 64 MB ROM
* Maps: Entire European road network pre-installed on SD memory card
* Traffic report info: Traffic information via the integrated TMC receiver*
* Additional map or display information: Real Signpost Display, Speed Assistant, Lane Assistant, Special Destinations, road blocks, auto zoom, automatic new route calculation when leaving the planned route, “Go Home” Function, last destinations, Route Planning, Reality View*
* Views: 2D View, 3D View, map overview, Day & Night Mode, Dynamic Route Overview
* GPS: Integrated 3rd generation GPS receiver: μ-blox Antaris 4 SuperSense
* Speakers: Dual Audio System: in the device 0.5 watt, in the mounting, 2.0 watt
* Hands-free set: High-quality Bluetooth hands-free set
* Languages: In 18 languages
* Weight: Approx. 250 g
* Charger leads: Domestic charger lead 100 - 240 V, car charger lead 10 - 30 V
* Bluetooth: Bluetooth-compatible
* Battery: 1400 mAh Li Ion rechargeable battery
* Slot: SD memory card
* Connection options: Headphones, external GPS antenna, USB 1.1
* Processor: Intel PXA 270, 520 MHz
Nissan GTR is one of the most expected car of 2007. But I bet nobody expected too much the new Nissan GTR product line. OK, I understand, you want the car, you want to make a statement. But buying everthing GTR? Isn’t it a little too much?
The product line includes a briefcase, organizers, driving gloves, keyrings and more.
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This is mad. If I had a wife, she would probably give me a hard time if I decorated the tree with something like this. But I would probably do it anyway :D
Yeah, they look great, they are greatly detailed and they come in many flavours: Chevy, Hemi, Hot Rod. Now, that will be a good looking Christmas tree.
See the ornaments or buy them here.
Rear view cameras aren’t a system you can find on any car. They are quite expensie to add on old cars and you only can find them on the most expensive cars of today.
Panasonic just announced, though, they will provide an attachable system for any car, at a reasonable price. The system will provide a 320×240 pixels monitor, with an input for the camera and another input for any other video device (you can use it to watch dvd’s). When the shift lever moves in reverse, the camera attached may be automatically presented on the monitor.
The system will be available in Japan starting with the 17h of December and you will probably see it in a short time somewhere close to you.
I am a big guy. Every time I park my car I have to look for enough space so that I can open the door and get out of my car. Fortunately, it seems these times will be forgotten with the retractable doors. You have to watch the video below to really understand, but it is something I only saw as an idea about 6 months ago and didn’t thought I would see it in real life. Read the rest of this entry »
TomTom just launched the LINK 300/TomTom WORK device, providing additional capabilities to your TomTom GPS device.
Stuff like the ability to select and read orders, exchange text messages with the head office, register working time/breaks are now a piece of cake. When your navigation device and the TomTom LINK 300 have been connected, you get a quick-access menu of buttons Active Order and Change logbook/Report work time.
These new additions transform the TomTom GPS device you might have in a tool that is more complete and more usable.
A mouthfull alright: Vulocity Automatic GPS Mileage Logger. But the idea behind is quite ingenious and interesting: you can register your mileage. It can be good for business, for personal finance, any option that requires recording the distances you drive around.
The Vulocity automatic mileage logger logs your commuting and business miles while driving your personal vehicle. Mileage is calculated using GPS technology and complete trip information is sent to the Vulocity web solution over cell networks. Just keep it fully charged or plugged into your car’s cigarette power socket. No software or other special items are required!
Read more on the product page on their website.