TomTom RDS TMC reviewed

That seems to be the flaw for the RDS TMC system, if you can't be sure that your are getting data then you doubt the system and it looses its value. Why TomTom have shipped a unit which relies...

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Asus R2H UMPC with built-in GPS

A couple other specs not listed are an integrated GPS receiver and an integrated webcam. I use my Samsung Q1 UMPC all the time for on the road GPS navigation so having an integrated receiver could be a nice...

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Lumos portable DVD player with 7" screen

Nakamichi's new Lumos DVD player comes with a lovely 7" widescreen TFT LCD that supports resolutions of up to 1440 x 234 pixels. You can pop nearly any media file into it and the Lumos will be able to...

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10 great new GPS gadgets

Civilian GPS equipment emerged in the late 1980s, but the Pentagon built in electronic errors to limit the accuracy of nonmilitary devices to within 300 feet. In 2000, President Clinton ordered the intentional errors -- known as selective availability --...

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Segway users and their habits profiled

A Washington lawyer, Dickson recently developed a neuromuscular disability that makes walking difficult. The Segway has replaced his wheelchair, and he uses it at home, at work, and around town. And like a growing number in the Segway subculture, he's...

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Pioneer DEH-P810 Bluetooth car stereo

Not only does this stereo play CDs, WMAs, and AACs, but also features Bluetooth. With this, you can do fancy bluetooth handsfree in your car, just like expensive Lexuses… but in your ‘96 Honda Civic. Even cooler is that this...

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iGo Everywhere15 universal power adapter for cars and planes

This neat little device charges your handsets, mp3 players and PDAs from any power source including wall outlets, car outlets and even in flight outlets. The package also contains the iGo dual-power accessory which lets one simultaneously power/charge 2 mobile...

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Navman iCN530 cheap and cheerful GPS

If you're looking for an entry level GPS receiver, look no more. The Navman iCN530 GPS receiver costs just £299 and comes with more than enough features to keep the first timer satisfied. Via UberGizmo...

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Bluetooth handsfree rear view mirror

The Mirror Parking Sensor With Bluetooth Handsfree. So it’s a convergent car accessory. Parking sensors, a rearview mirror and a Bluetooth mobile phone handsfree kit with on-screen caller ID. And it clips over your existing mirror, so no costly installation....

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LED signs for your wheels

You might have seen those Frisbees™ with the single row of flashing LEDs which spell out a word when the Frisbee is thrown through the air. These bolt-on gadgets for your car's rims operate on the same principle, allowing you...

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mVox MV900 Bluetooth Speakerphone - for your home or car

Here's something very cool for all of you who love Bluetooth and can't get enough of it: the MV900 portable Bluetooth speakerphone from mVox has officially been certified by Palm as being compatible with Treo 700w and Treo 650. The...

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HP's dockable PDA GPS system

HP will be teaming up with ViaMichelin to introduce a new plug-and-drive satellite navigation system. This system will use the iPAQ rx1950, cradle and ViaMichelin’s GPS software. It has an integrated Wi-Fi adapter, runs Windows Mobile 5.0, SD slot expansion,...

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Sony GIGA Panel in-car MP3 system

The Sony GIGA Panel in-car sound system has a removable front panel supplied with USB port, which connects directly to the PC. Users simply remove the panel, connect it to the PC, choose the music data they want, drag and...

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Alpine iPod head unit

Now in its third generation, the range has gained a cult following amongst Geek Petrol Heads (of which I consider myself a fully paid up member) and the new CDE-9850Ri only looks set to expand membership.The headlining feature of this...

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PSP-controlled Honda Civic

The PSP maybe seen by most as a games console, but the handheld device has taken its first steps as a remote control for your car.Based on what was once a 94 Honda Civic, a pimped up concept car has...

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