7 Best GPS Locators To Track Everything...

A lot of people assume that GPS technology can only be used to give you driving directions. But there are so many applications for this technology and so many different ways to get value out of a GPS device. GPS Locators are some of the coolest gadgets on the market. These devices let you track everything and find them when they are lost. You can also track individuals and find out where they are at any point of time.

Whether you are looking for personal locators or just a GPS device to keep track of your daughter’s location, there are plenty of options available on the market. But here are the 7 that are certainly worth owning:

IDC Ecco Intelligent Digital Compass Personal Pocket GPS Locator: helps you find your way back to your car or your hotel. Provides you with accurate directions so you are never lost.

Cobra SL3 GPS Speed and Red Light Camera Locator: it keeps track of those nasty speed and red light cameras. Can certainly save you some money when it comes to tickets.

PetSafe GPS Pet Locator: nothing’s more heart-breaking than losing a pet and not having any tool to find it when it is lost. With this pet locator, you can find out where your pets are and go get them.

LOC8TOR Lite: a great way to track things. As long as the included fobs are attached to your objects, you can find them using LOC8TOR Lite.

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11 Best GPS Applications for iPhone (Update March ...

If you haven’t been following this blog, you should know that we have been keeping a large list of GPS apps for iPhone that you can use to help you get to your destination. But there are just so many of them around, so it’s hard to distinguish the premium high-end apps from every other simple little app you’ll see in iTunes. So what do I mean by “premium GPS apps?” Those iPhone apps that provide you with  a similar navigation experience as what you would get with a standalone GPS device. If you are planning to use your iPhone as your main GPS, here are 11 apps you should try:

TomTom GPS: TomTom doesn’t need any introduction. The company has decided to move into the iPhone business to protect or improve its market-share. Great app and does look familiar to those who have used TomTom GPS devices before. The new updates have made this app one to own.

Magellan Roadmate 2010: if you have owned the hardware from Magellan, you are probably familiar with the look and feel of the software on those units. This app looks very similar to what you have seen. Comes with text to speech, lane assistance, and more. It will have its own kit as well or so it seems.

MobileNavigator: the best navigation app for iPhone at this point. It provides you with all those good old features we used to get with Navigon GPS devices. Great way to use your iPhone as your main GPS.

iGO My Way 09: another highly powerful GPS app for iPhone. The graphics are superb and the directions are easy to follow. There is just too much information available on its maps.

CoPilot Live: may not be as pricey as some of the above apps, but it does come with tons of features and excellent maps. It’s truly a great travel assistant. Gives you a great bang for your buck.

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Top 4 New Auto GPS For Road Navigation...

These days we hear a lot about how mobile GPS apps have stolen then thunder of personal navigation devices. That is certainly the case if you look closely at the PND market. But there are powerful units that can still come in handy, especially if you don’t want to use your smart-phone to navigate your way around your city. Considering that GPS prices have been coming down in the past few months, there are some real steals available on the market. With that in mind, here are 4 cool auto GPS units that are worth a look:

Garmin nüvi 1390t LMU GPS: it is a slim nuvi GPS unit that comes with all the popular Garmin features and offers you lifetime map updates. This unit has bluet00th and offers free traffic updates.

Motorola Motonav TN765T GPS: has a super widescreen and provides you with plenty of real estate on your screen. It offers live traffic updates and local search. (more…)

Clarion NX700 GPS: Who Says In-Dash GPS is Dead?...

Personal navigation devices have suffered from the emergence of mobile devices such as the iPhone. People seem to have less need for those standalone GPS units when they can just take their iPhone or better yet Nexus One and get GPS capability for less money. Besides, it’s more convenient to carry only one device when you need it. The same can be said about in-dash GPS devices as well. After all, they are not cheap and aren’t that portable either. But devices such as Clarion NX700 GPS certainly give these units hope.

Clarion NX700 is more than just a navigation device. It’s a complete solution for those who intend to consume content on the go. It supports DVD+/-RW and CDs. It has a DivX receiver as well. The unit is made to work with your bluetooth as well.

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Garmin nüvi 1390t LMU: GPS meets Lifetime Map Upd...

The personal navigation devices has been getting a bit slow in the past few months. You can attribute this trend to the rise of mobile GPS devices such as the iPhone and Android phones. You can also argue that personal navigation device manufacturers have shot themselves in the foot by charging for map updates and additional services, which make PNDs too expensive in comparison to mobile navigation devices. Garmin plans to change all that with Garmin nüvi 1390t LMU. So you not only get the all powerful and thin Nuvi 1390t, you also get life time map updates to help you get the best information possible on the road. (more…)

8 Best 5-Inch GPS Units Worth Buying...

There are hundreds of GPS gadgets available on the market. Some of them come a small package while others entertain larger screens and more features. I have personally not been a fan of smaller GPS systems. I always like to be able to read the screen while I am driving and don’t want to have to focus hard to be able to read the letters when I am on the go. That’s why I prefer my GPS device to be entertain a 4.3+ inch screen. Thankfully, GPS makers have realized the need for larger systems and are coming up with 5 inch GPS devices. A 5″ GPS may not sound much bigger than those good 4.3″ gadgets, but they are still much easier to read.

If you are looking for a 8 inch GPS system, here is what’s available to you:

Motorola Motonav TN765T Portable GPS: one of the most exciting 5 inch GPS devices on the market. Unlike other GPS units discussed in this list, this unit has a wider screen and provides you with more space to view items on your map. It’s blue-tooth capable and has traffic and local data for the go as well.

Garmin nüvi 1490/1490T 5-Inch GPS: it’s one of the most powerful GPS units on the market. Comes with bluetooth, it’s own microphone and speaker, and lets you take advantage of traffic services on the go.

TomTom XXL 540S GPS: yet another top 5 inch GPS for the road. Comes with with TomTom Map Share, Advanced Lane Guidance and 7 Million POIs. It has a very easy to use mount that you can easily install or take out with you from car to car. (more…)

5 Best Bike Mounts for iPhone...

If you have an iPhone, you’ve got everything you need to navigate through your city without needing a personal navigation device. There are hundreds of iPhone GPS applications available to market, and they provide you with all the tools you need to spend time outdoors, go geo-caching, and do all kinds of things without having to worry about getting lost. You can take your iPhone with you outdoors, but you want to make sure you get it a secure mount to protect it when you are on your bike. After all, the last thing you want to do is drop your iPhone or lose it altogether when you are having fun outdoors.

With that in mind, here are 5 best bike mounts for iPhone that come handy for anyone who is planning to go biking with an iPhone:

Biologic Bike Mount for iPhone: a waterproof bike mount for your iPhone that fits well with dahon bikes and most brand bicycles. It’s essentially a weatherproof, touch-sensitive case that makes operating your iPhone easy on your bike.

PED3-Bike-FORM for iPhone or iPod touch: a super flexible mount for iPhone and iPod Touch that can be installed on 1 inch and 25 mm diameter bars. Works with your cases as well. (more…)

Motorola Motonav TN765T 5.1-Inch Widescreen GPS Re...

There are plenty of 5+ inch GPS units available on the market. These units certainly make it easier to find your way around without taking your eyes off the road for too long. The majority of these units are not truly wide-screen. Some drivers prefer having a more even GPS, but a wide-screen GPS could help them get a better view of what’s ahead of them while allowing for more information to be displayed on their GPS screen. Motorola Motonav TN765T is an exciting PND that is designed to address this very issue. This GPS not only features a 5.1 inch screen, but it’s also very wide. Considering all the information the device provides, it’s no wonder why Motorola when with this design.

TN765T GPS features 3D maps and text to speech. So you can find where you need to be faster on your GPS. The device also gives you access to Google Local information on the go. You got to love the live traffic updates as well. Bluetooth functionality is available for those who want to make hands-free calls on the road. (more…)

5 Essential Accessories for Magellan Maestro 4700...

Magellan Maestro 4700 is one of the most affordable and powerful GPS units on the market. Magellan has done a lot of hard work to improve upon its previous models and provide more value to drivers with Magellan Maestro 4700. The device is certainly capable of getting you to where you need to do without too much hassle.  If you have gotten a Magellan 4700, you want to make sure you have all the tools you need to get the best out of it. For starters, you want to be able to charge it whether you are at home or on the go. You obviously one to protect your device from scratches and the elements as well.

Magellan 4700 may be an affordable GPS, but that doesn’t mean you should leave it open to abuse. If you are looking to get the most out of your GPS, here are 5 Magellan Maestro 4700 accessories you should take a look at:

Magellan AN0102SWXXX 4.7-Inch Leather Case: the official Magellan leather case for Maestro 4700. It is solid enough to protect your GPS against scratches. Makes carrying your GPS more convenient as well.

Magellan Traffic Link for Subscription-Free Traffic: works with latest Magellan GPS units and gives you free, real-time traffic alerts for life.

Car Charger Power Adapter Cord for Magellan Maestro: a safe power adapter for your Magellan GPS that comes with an extended 8 ft Coiled cable and protective features to avoid damaging your car’s battery. (more…)

Garmin’s Outlook Not So Rosy...

Garmin is always going to have a special place in my heart as it was the company that made a believer out of me as far as car GPS was concerned. The company has introduced many innovative products in its history and has helped the standalone GPS market to get where it’s gotten today. But just like any mature company, Garmin is going through rough times. In fact, the whole GPS market is going through bad times with mobile GPS platforms taking market-share away from standalone GPS market. Add the fact that people are spending less money in these tough economic times, and you won’t have to look so hard for reasons companies such as Garmin have struggled to grow. (more…)