Magellan has introduced three new eXplorist GPS devices for outdoor enthusiasts, which are the eXplorist 710, 610, and 510. These GPS devices feature a 3.2-megapixel camera that is capable of capturing geotagged photos or videos, and is good for navigating outdoor destinations around the world, recording audio messaging using the microphone, and sports a 3-inch color touchscreen. The eXplorist 710, 610, and 510 are also IPX-7 certified for being waterproof in up to 3.3 feet of water for a good 30 minutes. Each purchase comes with the pre-loaded World Edition map that contains the full road network of the US, Canada, Western Europe, and Australia. The Magellan eXplorist 510, 610, and 710 will be priced at $350, $450, and $550, respectively. [Ubergizmo]
The Sony NV-U76V PND comes equipped with a 4.8-inch display screen with a 480 x 272 pixel resolution, an 8GB of storage space, Bluetooth connectivity and a 1Seg TV tuner with the possibility to record video. What makes this navigation gadget special is that it features a new “Position Plus GT”, which is able to guide thought tunnels or areas with poor GPS coverage. Measuring 141mm x 17.5mm x 88.5mm and weighing 255 grams, the Sony NV-U76V PND retails for around 60,000 Yen ($683). [Akihabara]
The Timex Ironman GPS watch is now available for purchase. What makes this GPS watch interesting is that it is powered by a super sensitive SiRF Star III GPS receiver, so you can keep track of your location, altitude ascent and descent distances and rates. This wearable gadget is able to record up to 100 GPS waypoints. The Timex Ironman GPS watch is also water resistant up to 50-meter underwater. You can also recharge its built-in battery via a USB port. [Product Page via Navigadget]
The GPS X-Guider Back Tracker is a multi-purpose handheld GPS receiver that can be used to record points or routes and allows you to navigate back to them. Using this gadget, you can also plan your trip online and have X-Guider navigate you to each stop. You can also use it as a reliable digital compass, or a speedometer while pointing you to your next destination. The GPS X-Guider Back Tracker retails for $109 each. [Product Page]
Still remember the Garmin nuvi 3700 series that we mentioned earlier this year? This navigation gadget is now available in the US market via GPS City. The Garmin nuvi 3790T and 3760T feature a 4.3-inch WVGA capacitive touchscreen display, allowing you to see preloaded maps and intuitive menus in landscape or portrait modes. The capacitive multi-touch display also enables you to pinch the screen to zoom in. [GPSTrackLog]
Holux comes back with a brand new handheld GPS receiver namely the GPSport 260. The gadget has a 1.5-inch display screen, showing you real time statistics about your activities that can be stored and viewed in plot or track view. The Holux GPSport 260 can also function as a GPS data logger that stores up to 160K way-points. Additional features include a 3D compass, a barometric altimeter, a pedometer and a 1050mAh rechargeable battery that offers up to 20-hour of operation time. Additionally, the GPSport 260 is also IPX7 waterproof, which means it can be used underwater at 1 meter depth for up to 30 minutes. [Satellite Navigation UK]
Pioneer today launched their latest in-dash GPS navigation system called Pioneer AVIC Z120BT. The gadget features a 7-inch motorized widescreen TFT LCD touchscreen with a 3D interface and a customizable home menu, an AM/FM radio and a voice-activated navigation. The Pioneer AVIC Z120BT also adopts the MusicSphere technology that creates unique mood-based playlists via iTunes for your iPod, iPod Touch, or iPhone. Amazon has started selling the Pioneer AVIC Z120BT for $1,400. [Amazon]
QStarz has rolled out the Q1000XT GPS travel recorder that looks similar to some of their previous GPS data loggers. The gadget is powered by the MTK II latest chipset with high sensitivity -165dBm and 66 channel tracking, an ultra lower power consumption up to 42-hour operation, less than 15 seconds AGPS fix support and a 3-level Switch for easily switch Travel Recorder to LOG or NAV (Navigation + Log) mode. The QSTARZ Q1000XT is now available for $129 a pop. [Navigadget]
You can now pre-order the Garmin 295W GPS navigator for $279.99 at Amazon. The gadget comes pre-loaded with North American maps and features a 3-megapixel camera that allows you to take geotagged photos. The Garmin 295W has a 3.5-inch touchscreen display that can auto-rotate between portrait or landscape mode. Other features include a picture viewer, a currency converter, weather forecasts, and e-mail attachments. Users can download pictures from Garmin Connect, while the company’s Locate feature automatically saves the location of a vehicle when the device is removed from a dock. The Garmin 295W will be launched on May 16th, 2010. Each purchase comes equipped with a vehicle suction-cup mount and several cables. Watch the video after the jump to get more details. Read more
Garmin International today introduced the nüvi 3700 series of GPS device, which consists of the 3790T, 3760T and 3750. All models feature a 4.3-inch WVGA capacitive touchscreen display that lets you to see preloaded maps and intuitive menus in landscape or portrait modes – ideal for use in the car or on foot. The capacitive multi-touch display allows you to pinch the screen to zoom in. Double tapping on the screen can also be done to choose where you want to zoom in to. The Garmin nuvi 3750, 3760T and 3790T retail for $349, $399 and $449, respectively. Watch the video after the jump. Read more
