Sunday, 5 of February of 2012

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Is that a Google MotoNav Headed Down the Road?

There has long been speculation that Google might someday build their own GPS to suction to your own windshield. That speculation was fueled as they started to build their own maps and ditch Tele Atlas and then again when Google released Google Navigation for Android phones. With today’s announcement that Google intends to scoop up [...]
There has long been speculation that Google might someday build their own GPS to suction to your own windshield. That speculation was fueled as they started to build their own maps and ditch Tele Atlas and then again when Google released Google Navigation for Android phones. With today’s announcement that Google intends to scoop up [...]

Apple’s Version of LineDrive Maps?

As discovered by AppleInsider, a recent patent application from Apple shows they are interested in changing how information is presented on maps. Check out the image below, but doesn’t sound like the same concept as LineDrive Line Maps? Check out that link for details. Don’t get me started on the pitfalls of the US Patent [...]
As discovered by AppleInsider, a recent patent application from Apple shows they are interested in changing how information is presented on maps. Check out the image below, but doesn’t sound like the same concept as LineDrive Line Maps? Check out that link for details. Don’t get me started on the pitfalls of the US Patent [...]

Men and Women React Differently to Traffic

In a study released today TomTom tells us something we already knew… traffic increases stress. But they also told us something you might not know, men and women react differently to traffic. … “while women experienced an 8.7% increase in stress from driving in traffic, men suffered a significant 60% increase in stress” …
In a study released today TomTom tells us something we already knew… traffic increases stress. But they also told us something you might not know, men and women react differently to traffic. … “while women experienced an 8.7% increase in stress from driving in traffic, men suffered a significant 60% increase in stress” …

Garmin Accessory Maps – No Junction View or Lane Assist

According to a post over in our forums, if you purchase an accessory map (rather than update) from Garmin, those maps don’t include Junction View or Lane Assist. “Please note, these full-version maps DO NOT contain premium content such as Lane Assist and Junction View. These features only are available on the preloaded maps within [...]
According to a post over in our forums, if you purchase an accessory map (rather than update) from Garmin, those maps don’t include Junction View or Lane Assist. “Please note, these full-version maps DO NOT contain premium content such as Lane Assist and Junction View. These features only are available on the preloaded maps within [...]

Garmin Outdoor Product Hints

Garmin recently announced a new line of handheld GPS devices, the Montana series. These models feature a four inch screen, slightly bigger than the older three inch models on devices like the Oregon. But what has us pondering more is the hints at other new products Garmin dropped on their site. I’ll take the bait [...]
Garmin recently announced a new line of handheld GPS devices, the Montana series. These models feature a four inch screen, slightly bigger than the older three inch models on devices like the Oregon. But what has us pondering more is the hints at other new products Garmin dropped on their site. I’ll take the bait [...]