Mitac launches Mio 169 PocketPC with built-in GPS

Posted on Saturday, June 11 2005 @ 5:16 CEST by Thomas De Maesschalck

BargainPDA saw the Mitac Mio 169 PDA with built-in GPS module running at Computex last week. It's the successor to the Mio 168 and it's currently shipping in Taiwan. Soon the Mio 169 will be launched in Europe, and eventually it might make it to the US.

The 169 uses the Windows Mobile OS in landscape mode.

Specifications:

Intel PXA-255 400MHz Processor
32MB Flash ROM, 64MB RAM
3.5" TFT display, 240 x 320 pixels
USB connectivity
Infrared
Dimensions: 125.6 mm x 79.5 mm x 24.2 mm (4.94 in x 3.13 in x .94 in) (l x w x h)
Weight: 172.35 grams (6.07 ounces)
Windows Mobile 2003 SE OS
Integrated GPS using SiRF Star III GPS module

Check out BargainPDA for some pictures of this new device from Mitac.

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Thomas has been messing with computer since early childhood and firmly believes the Internet is the best thing since sliced bread. Enjoys playing with new tech, is fascinated by science, and passionate about financial markets. When not behind a computer, he can be found with running shoes on or lifting heavy weights in the weight room.

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