GPS with TMC Capabilities

Globalsat has announced a new Bluetooth GPS receiver that has TMC (Traffic Message Channel) capabilities, the Globalsat BTT-100. This new GPS unit will be using the SiRFStar III chipset, a Built-in ceramic patch antenna. The Traffic Message Channel (TMC) will be using uses the FM Radio Data System (RDS) to broadcast real-time information of traffic, weather, etc. The device is really small and has a eight of just 70 grams and it sounds like a really good way to add TMC functionality to a navigation system or even a PDA.

Some of it other announced features include:

• Bluetooth Version 2.0
• Supports WAAS and EGNOS
• Battery life up to 14 hours of operation time, in continuous mode.
• Power saving mode (powers down after 10 minutes of inactivity)
• Dimension: 82mm x 42mm x 22mm
• Requires external FM antenna
• Hot start: 1 sec average
• Warm start: 38 sec average
• Cold start: 42 sec average

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GPS for car

Best  GPS For Cars

To find the best GPS for car use, you have to understand a little about the market. Then you can choose the best GPS for your needs and budget.

In the United States, there are three manufacturers of GPS systems you need to focus on–Garmin, Tom Tom, and Magellan. Garmin is without doubt the industry leader, selling around half of the GPS devices sold. Tom Tom and Magellan each sell about 20%. Buying a GPS is a little difficult, sometimes.

Also, GPS devices all have features that normally you might not have considered important, like what they call FM transmission–the ability of your GPS to send it’s sound through your car’s stereo system. I’ve been reviewing GPS systems for quite a while, and I’ve written several hundred reviews.

Best GPS for Car, Entry-Level

In a short, 500 word, article it’s impossible to give the GPS marketplace a complete treatment. There are four entry-level devices I like. The Garmin nuvi’s 200 and 350. The Tom Tom One, 3rd Edition, and the Magellan Maestro 3100. The nuvi 200, One, 3rd Edition, and the Maestro 3100 all sell for about $150. Of these three, the Tom Tom One, 3rd Edition offers the most features for the money.

Best GPS for Car, Mid-Range

Again, Magellan, Tom Tom, and Garmin all have good products. It only sells for about $250 and has a ton of features including AAA’s famous Tour Guide right on the device. If you’re willing to spend $300 or so, then you’ll want to check out Garmin’s nuvi 760. The nuvi 760 has Bluetooth and multiple point routing, among a host of other features.

Best GPS for Car, High-End

The high end of the market belongs to Garmin.

GPS for Cars Features

Gps systems for cars, have many features that benefit the driver and make the system user friendly.

1. Display – Select a model that has a large screen. A touchscreen with anti-glare feature is great for different lighting conditions.

2. Maps – Look for models that have good map coverage. Some gps for auto do not include maps of Canada.  Also street level maps are a must.

3. Directional – Choose a gps for car that has at least, voice prompted directions. The more expensive models now come with text – to – speech technology. This feature enables you to hear street names, buildings and land marks rather than a generic “turn left in half a mile”. This is a feature that is worth the extra money, if you will be driving a lot in unknown areas.

4. Design – Choose navigational system  that has a design that fits with your vehicle and driving habits. If you drive more than one car look for a model that is easily installed and removed.

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