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Some time ago GPS devices were for one thing only: helping drivers find their way. But lately manufacturers have started adding new features, such as support for disabled people.

The KW-GM4306TG from Kinwei Technologies could be labeled as a GPS unit with support for bored people. The innovation? 8-bit games. It’s not like a PSP, but it can still keep someone entertained during rush hour or on long trips (one of the passengers in the latter case, of course).

The GPS comes with a 4.3-inch TFT LCD touch screen with a resolutions of 480 x 272 pixels and a controller for the games. If you have a rear view camera you’ll be happy to know that the KW-GM4306TG has an AV-in port it can be plugged in.

Other features:

• Navigation software: ARMV4I compilation, software stored in SD card
• Built-in Bluetooth module and antenna
• Hands free communication and shows incoming phone numbers
• Memory slot: SD card and MMC card
• Built-in 3.7V Li-ion battery
• Supports multiple languages

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The BBNav is not just another GPS device. It’s a specialized unit, aimed at disabled drivers (in the UK).

Beside the usual features, the BBNav comes preloaded with over 10,000 Blue Badge and Red Route on-street parking bays, over 3,500 Disabled-accessible car parks and over 60,000 Points of Interest (with 20,000+ Blue Badge).

The price has not yet been announced, but pre-registration is open on the official website.

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We wrote about the upcoming Knight Rider GPS from Mio a short while ago and we were pretty excited. A price was not announced at the time, but now it looks like it’s going to cost about $270. You can see more details on the official website.

It’s only going to hit the market this autumn, but the guys from Knight Rider Online got to check out the unit and they made a video review, which you can watch after the jump.

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The UK already had it, and now the United States does too: DS-400GB, now renamed to SmartMirror, a rearview mirror with integrated GPS navigation.

The SmartMirror lets you replace your old rearview mirror instead of finding a new spot for a separate GPS unit, which means it will be easier to watch your route and the cars behind you at the same time.

It has a 64 MB internal memory plus a 2 GB SD card for storing maps and pictures, and is built on Windows CE .NET 4.2. It also features an integrates speaker and several built-in Bluetooth functions, such as Bluetooth hands-free phone, incoming caller ID display on screen and manual/auto call answering. The software it used is Navigon Mobile Navigator 6.5 and, if you add the FreshMaps accesory, you get up to 12 map updates.

It’s quite pricey at $799, and will be available August 1st.

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Throw away your old GPS now. You won’t need it ever again because the ultimate GPS is here: the Knight Rider GPS by Mio. Yes, KITT in a box!

For those how forgot (or, God forbid, didn’t see the original series), the Knight Industries Two Thousand was a young David Hasselhoff’s partner in solving crime – basically, a talking supercomputer on wheels. The Mio version comes with several of the well-known characteristics of KITT: the design resembles that of the car, the dual LED visual amplitude indicator readouts mimic KITT’s LED anamorphic equalizer and, of course, the voice… Yes, KITT will be telling you exactly how to get to the bar or your friend’s house.

So keep your wallets ready in expectation of a price announcement. You know you want this.

If you thought you had seen all that GPS devices had to offer, think again. This cuddly thing is not some kid’s toy: it’s the prototype of a talking car navigation system from iXs Research Corporation.

The teddy bear doesn’t have a screen, but it uses its arms to point the way, while also giving voice instructions. It even comes with an alcohol detector in its neck, so if you’ve been drinking you might get a warning from a talking toy, and it includes a sensor to detect reckless driving – if you speed or slam the breaks too fast you will get told off. It can also be useful for those more interested in tourism: when you stoke his head, he gives you info about nearby landmarks.

If you got excited, sorry, there’s no way to buy it yet. It will only (probably) be available next year.

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