Now, since JVC is saying goodbye to GPS market, I thought it better to make you aware of its one and only GPS navigation that was released by it long time back. So, from now onwards JVC may not be associated with GPS receivers but that does not stand for it that whatever was given that was not for the readers. We may see the company again in future that is just an assumption and hope it be so. Anyway, let’s talk about its one and only GPS receiver, which was know as JVC KV-PX9 GPS and that was not just a GPS but also an audio/video playback device and a data storage device (as most GPS receivers are nowadays). It has a 13GB of mapping on board and a spare 7GB for the users movies (viewed with the 3.5 inch screen) songs and data. The unit is also built-in with a USB 2.0 connection and an SD Card slot. It is also touted to be consistent with the following formats: WMA, MP3, WMV, ASF, AVI (320 x 240 maximum) and JPEG. The JVC KV-PX9 measures 3.6 x 3.4 x 1.8 inches (W x H x D). As per the news, views and blogs, The JVC KV-PX9 was to be rolled out in March and put for sale for almost $799.95, and being a GPS aficionado, you might have tested it so far. Don’t think it is stale news as I think gadgets are never old and specially being a GPS aficionado I myself feel that GPS technology is latest and greatest.
Thinkware to debut their first 7-inch navigation iNAVI ES
Targeting Korean market, Thinkware recently announced the release of their 7-inch DMB navigation iNAVI ES, which is claimed to provide its users the capability of enjoying the navigation and DMB as well as PIP (picture in picture) functionality simultaneously, and they could also be directed by TPEG, a real time traffic info service. Though there are many a 7-inch navigation devices taking on ‘iNAVI’ map in the market, however it is reported by Thinkware that the ‘iNAVI ES’ is the very 1st 7-inch model that is coming with Thinkware own brand name. Thinkware’s iNAVI ES is consisted with an integrated GPS antenna and an assortment of multimedia features like mp3/video player and photo album. Taking on two AV-in inputs, the latest navigation device can also be hooked up with two separate multimedia devices such as rear camera and PMP together. There is also the availability of remote control. Suggested price is 459,000(KRW) for 2GB model and 499,000(KRW) for 4GB.
AVL-900 tracker allows users to listen conversations in their vehicle
Though so far there have been many in-car navigation system that boasts of letting you know of your vehicle locations, but the recent one of which I am going to talk about really differs from all those. The latest AVL-900 vehicle tracking system from Taiwan-based GoPoass Technology not just allows you to keep a watch on the location of your vehicle in real time it but it is also claimed to allow you to dial-in to your car by making use of the built-in microphone. And if we talk about the in-car monitoring of your vehicle, you are enabled either to relay a text to your car or let it ring five times. Both of these make the system call you back so enabling you to listen to what is happening in your cockpit. So far these were the functions that were working without GPS, now let’s talk about its GPS functionality, which is why the product is being discussed here. So, another obvious feature of AVL-900 is yes the GPS tracking, whereby the vehicle owner can know the geographic coordinates, speed, direction, and other related info of the car anytime in any place. The report techniques could be through SMS, or through GPRS. Apart from all that discussed above, you are also able to opt for a one time report or constant report. Now, don’t ask me where to buy, as I don’t have any info of that. But as I promise always as soon as it comes, I will let you know thanks.
Pioneer intro’s Smart Loop GPS
The smartloop technology is claimed to be capable of alerting you of free parking area, traffic jam, accidents and more. It is for this reasons this new GPS stands itself separate from others. Further distinctive characteristics are removable HDD for trouble-free data transferring from computer. Available in 8 latest GPS models, the things that make it stand alone between them is the accessibility of screen, HDD, 5.1 backups, DVD player, Digital TV Tuner, or Divx palyer. I could not get any info of its availability and price.
Zamm DMB satnav gets FCC’s approval to hit US shores
After being okayed by FCC, the latest Zamm DMB navigation system is now all set to hit the shores of US market. Built-in with T-DMB receiver, the novel satnav from Korea is touted to allow you to have a watch on channels and stations that gives support to DMB (digital media broadcast) on its 7″ screen. With 800 480 resolution screen for a lucid picture, the Zamm makes use of a dual core MMSP2 processor. That is why you can without any trouble utilize the picture in picture (PIP) characteristic and sprint many apps without further ado. You are also allowed to carry your videos and music either on an SD or a compact flash card, or even on an outer HDD, which has been made possible by virtue of the USB host slot. And that if you are consisting of your own exterior media player and only like to profit from the 7″ screen, you can even then fall back on Zamm for its consisting two separate AV-IN ports. An additional main characteristic of Zamm DMB navigation system is but for any doubt its DMB receiver. We are aware Korea is packed with media firms that relay in this format however not any in the United States in so far as we are aware of it. Either way FCC says the DMB receiver fits the requirements.
Qinetiq’s GPS surveillance & tracking device claims to work in the unlikely locations
UK-based Qinetiq recently announced to come up with a high sensitity GPS surveillance and tracking device. The device, which is known as Ocellus 5100, is claimed to work in the dodgiest locations and that is but for a direct sky view. The company says that the Ocellus 5100 has been brought about to be utilized for cargo and asset tracking or is able to be built-in with current trucking webs. The unit is comprised with power management to facilitate very long battery life plus consisting a GSM/GPRS modem to transmit location and status to a server. There’s also an activity sensor that demonstrates if a module has been shifted. Qinetiq maintained to have place a reseller network for the machine.
DMRC to acquire GPS-based feeder buses
With the aim of making the Delhi Metro stations simply accessible to commuters, the DMRC has planned to come up with a Metro Link Bus Service scheme under which it will acquire CNG-built-in feeder buses and give them away to private operators to sprint. Metro rail officials were reported to have said that in the first phase, almost 60 Swaraj Mazda and Tata vehicles will be purchased by DMRC for operation all along 36 routes. The numbers will be added to subject to the practicability of the project and assessment of DMRC and State Transport Authority (STA). Each bus will include a maximum seating capacity for 18 to 24 people and a maximum standing capacity of 10. The whole time-span of every route will be 3 km to 15 km and the time schedule will be determined by DMRC because of needs of travelers and traffic situations. DMRC officials were also reported to have stated that the buses would be entrusted to private operators on lease-and-transfer basis. The operators will be needed to pay back the expenditure of the vehicles in five years subsequent to which they will develop into owners of the buses. The buses will be built-in with GPS in order that their movements can be pinpointed. They will also be consisted with proviso for utilization of smart cards, which could be made ready at a later stage. The planned fare structure is Rs. 5 for a distance up to 8 km and Rs. 8 for a distance above 8 km, monthly passes have also been planned at the rate of Rs. 450 for distance up to 8 km and Rs.720 for distance more than 8 km. A few of the Metro stations to be enclosed by these routes are: Welcome, Shastri Park, Vishwa Vidyalaya, Inderlok, Keshav Puram, Netaji Subhas Place, Pitampura, Rohini East, Rohini West, Kirti Nagar, Indraprastha, Subhash Nagar, Janakpuri West, Dwarka Mor, Dwarka Sec-10, Dwarka Sec-11, Dwarka Sec- 14 and Dwarka Sec-16.
PSP + GPS = Pocket Golf Caddy
Sony recently announced the availability of its virtual golf caddy for the PSP, which is titled as Minna No Golf Jo or Everybody’s Golf Course. Built-in with the PSP’s GPS transmitter with the physical sport of golf, the latest Minna No Golf Jo or Everybody’s Golf Course is claimed to indemnify that you never need to tip a crappy caddy to give you bad advice ever again. Minna No Golf Jo is also touted to make available comprehensive details as of shot distances and obstructions unswervingly into your handheld device to allow you to play your best on the green. The virtual caddy is said to be coming up with the price tag for 9,980 ($82) for a bundle with the software and the GPS receiver or 5,980 ($50) for only the software.
Red Hen intros geotagging solution for Nikon’s D200 and D2X SLR cameras
Red Hen Systems recently rolled out the X-gen built-in geotagging solution for Nikon’s D200 and D2X SLR cameras. The latest solution, which is known as Blue2can, lets users automatically get geospatially-referenced images in the simplest and most trustworthy set of collection technique nowadays by incorporating off-the-shelf Bluetooth GPS units and the industry leading Nikon D2X and D200 cameras. Aside from that Red Hen’s Blue2can sets up for the first time a camera area network Bluetooth solution, which is said to automatically hook up general Bluetooth GPS devices straightforwardly to the apt Nikon camera. With the help of Red Hen Systems’ patent pending Camera Area Network, the Nikon D2X and D200 (and soon other digital cameras and handicams) GPS positional data is poured into the camera and built into the EXIF meta-data of the JPEG imag Apart from all that Blue2can ‘s spatial EXIF metadata info can also be utilized to map these geotagged images by: Red Hen Systems MediaMapper, PixPoint and GeoVideo products, Virtual Earth and other 3D Worlds, Google Earth/Maps, Yahoo’s Flickr. Now take a look at Blue2can features: The Bluetooth GPS unit may be mounted on top of the camera, carried in a pocket, put on the dash of your car, or placed in the scene (1) Industry standard GPS geo-tagging offers compatibility with most GIS and mapping systems (2) Includes IsWhere picture mapping software that operates in conjunction with Google Earth (3) Bluetooth wireless integration eliminates all cables (4) Instantly inspect and view data on the camera LCD (5) Very simple to use, just plug it in and go. (6) Price: $279.95 without Bluetooth GPS (7) Release date 5/25/2007.
Next-gen iPhone could be equipped with GPS
It is being rumored on the net that the X-gen iPhone, likely to be made public in spring 2008 at Macworld, is going to be built-in with a SiRF Star III chip or something down those lines. Although the StarIII’s power consumption is somewhat elevated than Apple want, it is regarded as the finest chip for a mobile device of this sort, having the ability to get signals from 20 different satellites concurrently and an ultra-modern First Fix Time. The source, with this rumor, is reported to have said: Apple is certain to use a chipset using Assisted GPS technology, which cuts down the time needed to determine a location using GPS. (A-GPS) is necessary in urban areas with tall buildings or locations with heavy tree cover. A-GPS assists the device for a quick satellite fix by obtaining a little help from mobile phone towers. Though there is also a talk in SiRF’s press release regarding a joint venture with NXP Semiconductors to accelerate the growth of lucrative location-conscious 3G wireless handsets.