As one of the hottest consumer tech items over the past decade, you probably know quite a bit about GPS navigation. You're aware they communicate with satellites above the earth to pinpoint your exact location. And with the help of mapping software and a friendly voice, these dashboard devices can help you navigate from point A to point B and perhaps find nearby points of interest (POIs), such as gas stations and restaurants. You also likely know many models offer Bluetooth connectivity that turns your GPS unit into a hands-free speakerphone; many of these gadgets feature text-to-voice translation so you can hear spoken street names, and many GPS units can store and play other digital media such as music, audiobooks, photos and videos.
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Just around the Corner: GPS Navigation Evolved
Posted on Friday, June 25 2010 @ 6:30 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck