
Verizon Wireless has recently launched a global version of its VZ Navigator service that will help travelers to find locations and access turn-by-turn directions in North America and Western Europe. VZ Navigator Global customers can choose either English or Spanish as the default language, and miles or kilometers to mark distances. VZ Navigator Global is available for $19.99 per month and will be initially available on the BlackBerry Storm 9530 smartphone. [Slashphone via Upcoming Cell Phones]

According to rumors, Mio will release the Moov S401 and S501 in the States via Radio Shack sometime in the middle of next month onwards. The Mio S401 features a 4.3-inch display and four million pre-loaded POIs. Meanwhile, the Mio S501 has a 4.7-inch display and 12 million POIs to keep you on track no matter where you are. The Mio Moov S401 and S501 are priced at $129 and $169, respectively. [Engadget]

The highly anticipated Garmin zumo 660 is a successor to the successful zumo 550 and the newest in the line of biker and cyclist GPS devices. The gadget boasts a waterproof casing with a 4.3-inch screen and text-to-speech directions audible via Bluetooth connectivity. It comes preloaded with a North American map (other country maps can be purchased on DVD or SD/MicroSD card). The Garmin zumo 660 will be released at the end of April for around $800. [i4u]