Russian-based company Texet has recently announced their latest GPS navigation device for the Russian market. Dubbed as the Texet TN-700, this portable device is equipped with a 5-inch 480 x 272 touchscreen display, a 468MHz Mediatek ARM11 processor, a 2GB of internal memory, a 64MB SDRAM, a 32MB Flash ROM, a microSD/SDHC card slot, an e-book reader, a media player, Bluetooth, a 3.5mm audio jack, a miniUSB port, a 950mAh battery, Windows CE 5.0 OS and is pre-loaded with one of two software for navigation, either Navitel Navigator 3.2 or CityGuide 3.7. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing and availability yet. [Texet]
TomTom today announced a limited edition of the TomTom EASE in red for Valentine’s Day. The TomTom EASE is an entry-level car navigation solution that was introduced at CES 2010. The gadget features a 3.5-inch QVGA display with a 2GB internal memory, Tele-Atlas maps, Map Share, an integrated battery and a Fold & Go mounting mechanism within the being of the device. Amazon has a limited edition of the Valentine’s special TomTom Ease for $119 a pop. [Amazon]
Garmin is back with its new GPS navigation device ‘Nuvi 1860′ for the UK market. This portable device is equipped with a 4.8-inch 480 x 272 TFT touchscreen display, a microSD card slot, a camera for taking geotagged photos, internet radio video, a web browser, WiFi, Bluetooth and a built-in lithium-ion battery that provides up to 4 hours of operation time. In addition, it also comes pre-loaded with City Navigator NT for Europe, Lane Assist, 3-D building view and ecoRoute function. The Garmin Nuvi 1860 sells for £499 (about $800). Read more
Here’s a look at Garmin’s upcoming GPS navigation device ‘Zumo 220′ which is designed specifically for motorcycle riders. This weather-proof device is equipped with a 3.5-inch touchscreen display, text-to-speech guidance, lane assist, six million points of interest and full maps of the US, Canada and Puerto Rico pre-installed. In addition, it also features Bluetooth headset compatibility and comes bundled with mounts for both motorcycle and car. The Zumo 220 will start shipping in March 2010 for a suggested retail price of $599.99. [Electronista]
TomTom has rolled out a special edition version of its XXL GPS navigation device series, the XXL 540S World Traveler Edition. This portable device is equipped with a large 5-inch touchscreen display, a 4GB of storage, TomTom’s Map Share technology, IQ Routes intelligent guidance system, Advance Lane Guidance, seven million points of interest and full maps of the US, Canada and Europe pre-installed. The TomTom XXL 540S World Traveler Edition retails for $349.95. [Press Release]
Finding yourself a new portable GPS navigation device with a decent price? Well, be sure to check out Magellan’s latest SE4. This compact device is equipped with a 4.3-inch touchscreen display with the OneTouch menu, WAAS-enabled GPS receiver, text-to-speech, turn-by-turn voice prompts, six million points of interest and comes pre-loaded with NAVTEQ maps including the 48 contiguous states, Hawaii and Puerto Rico. The Magellan SE4 is priced at $119.99. [Product Page]
Tomtom has added a new member to its portable GPS navigation device series by releasing the XL 335S. This compact device is equipped with a 4.3-inch touchscreen display, text-to-speech, IQ Routes Technology, Map Share Technology, Advanced Lane Guidance, seven million points of interest and full maps of the US and Canada pre-installed. The XL 335S retails for $239.95. [Press Release]
