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		<title>The Four Different Categories of the Tom Tom GPS Navigation System</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are different GPS Navigation systems that allow the user to navigate their way in an area.  These systems can be expensive or reasonable.  They can also provide a number of different functions as well.  In this article, the author discusses the features and benefits of the Tom Tom GPS Navigation system.  In the world  [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>There are different GPS Navigation systems that allow the user to navigate their way in an area.  These systems can be expensive or reasonable.  They can also provide a number of different functions as well.  In this article, the author discusses the features and benefits of the Tom Tom GPS Navigation system.  In the world  of Telematics however, another system needs to be involved, and that is the back-end system that keeps track of all of the devices so a fleet manager can use to implement a company policy.  Read on for more.</em></p>
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<p>A Tom Tom GPS Navigation system is a great device to take along on a trip. It can save you hours of driving around in an area you are unfamiliar with and it can keep you headed toward your final destination with no worries of getting lost. People who travel a lot with their job swear by their Tom Tom GPS systems and they are great devices for real estate agents and insurance agents. Actually anyone who goes to different sites or different homes for their job will find a Tom Tom GPS system invaluable.</p>
<p>The company has a very user friendly website that will make choosing the Tom Tom GPS system that will fit all your needs much easier. They basically break their models down into four different categories: TomTom One, TomTom XL, TomTom Go and TomTom Live. They also provide you with a product selector to make choosing quite simple. You will be asked to answer a couple questions like; how much do you wish to spend, what screen size would you like, would you like spoken directions, what kind of voice control do you want and would you like traffic data? As you answer each question, the models that will meet your needs pop up beside the question screen.</p>
<p>Depending on your answers, you will have a choice of several models or many models. This makes the process so much easier and if the choices that pop up for you still do not meet all your needs, you can back over the questions and try again. The entire process takes just a couple minutes and before you know it, you will have the Tom Tom GPS system that is right for you.</p>
<p>The Tom Tom One series offers quality navigation at an attractive price. There are four different models in this series: The One 125, One 125SE, One 130, One 130S and the One 140. All have a 3.5 inch screen size and include traffic data and US maps, the 130, 130S and 140 include Canada maps and the 140 also includes Mexico maps. The 125SE and 130S include text to speech. Price starts at approximately ninety-nine dollars, with the most current model, the 140, costing about one hundred eighty dollars.</p>
<p>The Tom Tom GPS system XL and XXL series come with features similar to the One series but the screen size is larger (4.3 inches) and pricing starts at approximately one hundred fifty dollars and goes up to about three hundred dollars. The Go series features a 4.3 inch screen and both models include a navigation package and voice control and are priced at less than three hundred dollars. The Live Tom Tom GPS system is priced at approximately three hundred and fifty dollars and it includes complete voice recognition and voice address input.</p>
<p>As you can see from the examples, there is a wide range of Tom Tom GPS Navigation systems for you to choose from and you are certain to find one within your price range that has the features that you are looking for. You can do an online comparison at several different sites and be enjoying your system before you know it. Make sure you check shipping prices and also check for a warranty.</p>
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<p>To learn more about how to choose the best <a href="http://www.tomtomgpsnavigation.org/" target="_new">Tom Tom GPS Navigation</a> system check out my website.</p>
<p>Tom Bohan is an author living in Central Massachusetts. Find more about choosing the TomTom GPS at <a href="http://www.tomtomgpsnavigation.org/" target="_new">http://www.TomTomGPSNavigation.org</a></p>
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<p>Are you still using paper maps to navigate in your car? Of  all the high tech gadgets that have become popular in the 21st century, the <strong>GPS navigation</strong> device is.</p>
<p><strong>Publish Date:</strong> 07/06/2010</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[GPS navigation systems give the consumer, or fleet manager more control over their itinerary as well as their trip.  When these navigation systems are used to their full capacity, drivers can do things such as avoid traffic jams, constrction, and are able to plan a more efficient route to their destination.  Different GPS navigation systems [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>GPS navigation systems give the consumer, or fleet manager more control over their itinerary as well as their trip.  When these navigation systems are used to their full capacity, drivers can do things such as avoid traffic jams, constrction, and are able to plan a more efficient route to their destination.  Different GPS navigation systems however have different results in terms of what kind of features they offer.  In this article, I will share some of the better GPS navigation systems that are available today for the consumer or fleet vehicle.  Even though GPS enabled smartphones can offer a lot in terms of navigation features, there are still many features where the stand alone devices offer more.</p>
<p>Here are the 5 good GPS Navigation devices:</p>
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<li>Garmin Nuvi 1690 -   <br />
It&#8217;s NuLink service keeps drivers up to date on the latest traffic conditions as well as local areas of interest.</li>
<li>Motorola Moto Nav TN765t  &#8211; <br />
One nice feature is that it is integrated with Bluetooth to give you hands free calling plus free FM traffic reception to keep you on time to your destination by avoiding the latest traffic delays.</li>
<li>Garmin Nuvi 205w &#8211; <br />
Another Garmin device that offers great features.  Its a great entry level GPS navigation system that gives enough features to the entry user.  It&#8217;s price puts it within reach of most drivers today.</li>
<li>Magellan Roadmate 1470 &#8211; <br />
The large screen is nice for navigating.  It&#8217;s touch screen makes it even more attractive for entry level GPS Navigation device users.</li>
<li>Tom Tom XL 340 S &#8211; <br />
This last device gives the user a great feature set for the price.  It&#8217;s downloadable fuel price map gives the driver options on where to get the best prices.  I have seen prices vary by as much as 21 cents a gallon within a 3 mile radius.  That feature alone will give the driver some flexibility.</li>
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<p>While these devices are only a small fraction of the numerous GPS devices that are out there, they are a good place to start for those that are looking for a solid navigation system.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[There are places where you can find information on GPS Navigation.  This original article was titled, &#8220;The Complete Information Guide on GPS Navigation&#8221;.  I wouldn&#8217;t call it the complete guide.  It gives you some info, but you will still be doing some research after this article.  Why did I include it here?  It gives some [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>There are places where you can find information on GPS Navigation.  This original article was titled, </em>&#8220;The Complete Information Guide on GPS Navigation&#8221;<em>.  I wouldn&#8217;t call it the complete guide.  It gives you some info, but you will still be doing some research after this article.  Why did I include it here?  It gives some background on GPS Navigation and it&#8217;s different uses, so if you are just searching, you will glean some useful information.  Read on to see if you glean anything else.</em></p>
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<p>Established way back in 1973 by the DOD or Department of Defense, a GPS system was put in place with the launching of 24 different satellites that could pinpoint the exact location of different GPS receivers. Originally being used by the Department of Defense, GPS is now widely and popularly used by regular civilians all around the world. As long as the line of sight between four different GPS satellites is clear, then the exact location of an individual with a GPS receiver can be given. Since we live in such a modern, technologically advanced world, GPS is integrated into a variety of different products.</p>
<p>Personal and portable, handheld GPS receivers can now be bought by any consumer, that will read that devices exact location at any given time as long as there is a clear signal. Handheld GPS navigation systems are absolutely essential when going out and about of different trips. Not only can they help you find out where you are located at a particular point in time, but they can also come in handy in times of survival in case you get lost. For example, if you were to go on a mountain climbing expedition and end up getting lost, your GPS unit can give you your exact coordinates so that you can tell rescue crews where you are located.</p>
<p>Even more advanced than that, are GPS systems that work in conjunction with your vehicle. Nowadays, maps just are not enough, and why should they be when there is technology to be take advantage of. GPS navigation units for a vehicle work basically by allowing a driver to input the address of a destination and then the GPS will tell you what roads to take to get there. Some of these GPS systems are so advanced that they not only allow you to input the destination, but they are also preloaded with points of interest that can come in handy when you are looking for a destination but do not know the address. These GPS systems can also be used as personal GPS systems on trips and some can even be attached to a bike.</p>
<p>GPS navigation is now widely used in a variety of different applications with one of the most popular devices having a GPS incorporated in are cell phones. It seems that nowadays, cell phones do everything we need in life and just so happen to have a phone built in; unlike when the first cell phones came out and their sole purpose was to make phone calls. Now cell phones have GPS navigation built right in so you can always know where you are as long as you have your cell phone. This also brings parents a piece of mind because they know their kid&#8217;s cell phones can be traced via GPS should something happen to them.</p>
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<p>It seems that just about everyone is familiar with mobile <strong>GPS navigation</strong> today. Formerly GPS was simply a novelty but now nav systems are getting to be a.</p>
<p><strong>Publish Date:</strong> 05/22/2010</p>
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		<title>Using Satellite Time Signals with the NTP GPS Server</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 11 May 2010 01:07:41 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[gps navigation system]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Atomic clock]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[From time to time it is always nice to go back to the basics and see how systems work at a high end level.  In this article, we discuss the basics of GPS signaling and how it relates to satellite timing signals.  These timing clocks have to be accurate beyond your standard accuracy.  It is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>From time to time it is always nice to go back to the basics and see how systems work at a high end level.  In this article, we discuss the basics of GPS signaling and how it relates to satellite timing signals.  These timing clocks have to be accurate beyond your standard accuracy.  It is the relationship to the accuracy of the clocks to how closely the GPS can pinpoint a location.  Read on for how this technology works.</em></p>
<p>The NTP GPS server is a dedicated device that uses the time signal from the GPS (Global Positioning System) network. GPS is now a common tool for motorists with satellite navigation devices fitted to most new cars. But GPS is far more than just an aid for positioning, at the very heart of the GPS network is the atomic clocks that are inside each GPS satellite.</p>
<p>The GPS system works by transmitting the time from these clocks along with the position and velocity of the satellite. A satellite navigation receiver will work out when it receives this time how long it took to arrive and therefore how far the signal travelled. Using three or more of these signals the satellite navigation device can work out exactly where it is.</p>
<p>GPS can only do this because of the atomic clocks that it uses to transmit the time signals. These time signals travel, like all radio signals, at the speed of light so an inaccuracy of just 1 millisecond (1/1000 of a second) could result in the satellite navigation being nearly 300 kilometres out.</p>
<p>Because these clocks have to be so accurate, they make an ideal source of time for a NTP time server. NTP (Network Time Protocol) is the software that distributes the time from the time server to the network. GPS time and UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) the civil timescale is not quite the same thing but are base don the same timescale so NTP has no trouble converting it. Using a dedicated NTP GPS server a network can be realistically synchronised to within a few milliseconds of UTC</p>
<p>The GPS clock is another term often given to a GPS time server. The GPS network consists of 21 active satellites (and a few spare) 10,000 miles in orbit above the Earth and each satellite circles the Earth twice a day. Designed for satellite navigation, A GPS receiver needs at least three satellites to maintain a position. However, in the case of a GPS clock just one satellite is required making it far easier to obtain a reliable signal.</p>
<p>Each satellite continuously transmits its own position and a time code. The time code is generated by an onboard atomic clock and is highly accurate, it has to be as this information is used by the GPS receiver to triangulate a position and if it was just half a second out the Sat Nav. unit would be inaccurate by thousands of miles.</p>
<p>Richard N Williams is a technical author and specialist in atomic clocks, telecommunications, NTP and network time synchronisation helping to develop dedicated NTP clocks. Please visit us for more information about a Galleon <a href="http://www.atomic-clock.galleon.eu.com/time-servers/ntp/ntp-server.html" target="_new">ntp server</a> or other <a href="http://www.galsys.co.uk/categories/ntp-server.htm" target="_new">ntp server</a> solutions.</p>
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<h3>More on GPS Satellite Time Signals:</h3>
<p><strong><a href="http://tech.slashdot.org/story/10/05/09/2256256/Geostationary-GPS-Satellite-Galaxy-15-Out-of-Control" target="_blank">Geostationary <strong>GPS Satellite</strong> Galaxy 15 Out of Control</a></strong></p>
<p>Intelsat controllers moved all commercial payloads to other birds except for WAAS, a system that adds accuracy to <strong>GPS</strong> for landing aircraft and finding wayward geocaches. Since the <strong>satellite</strong> runs in &#8216;bent pipe&#8217; mode, amplifying wide &#8230;</p>
<p><strong>Publish Date:</strong> 05/09/2010</p>
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		<title>The Evolution and Inception of GPS Navigation Systems</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[GPS Navigation systems have come a long way over the years.  Today, they are more powerful and less expensive than ever before.  In our society today, there is a great number of ways in which we can use GPS technology to make our lives easier (and also sometimes less private).  In this article, the author [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>GPS Navigation systems have come a long way over the years.  Today, they are more powerful and less expensive than ever before.  In our society today, there is a great number of ways in which we can use GPS technology to make our lives easier (and also sometimes less private).  In this article, the author discusses the evolution of GPS Navigation Systems and how they have changed over time.  Read on for more.</em></p>
<p>It is often said that men refuse to stop and ask directions, they would rather get lost while still maintaining that they know where they are going, and I personally believe that this is true, but some people will say that my opinion is biased because I am a woman. In any case, it is good to know that neither they nor anybody else need to get lost anymore due to the inception of GPS navigation systems. Back in the day, maps were a traveller&#8217;s best friend as the directions of passer-bys and family and friends were not always reliable and as such maps were usually spread out in the car and marked with pens and markers and even then many people still got lost, because roads and communities change, but the map have not been updated. Now with the GPS, you no longer need to stop at every pit stop or gas station to ask directions or to confirm that you are on the right road.</p>
<p>The navigation system that are placed in cars can vary based on brand and the particular model that you bought, one of the popular models are the Garmin GPS systems and they are equipped with different features to match the needs of different consumers. However the common thing with all GPS systems is that they provide you with detailed directions of how to get to your destination, the way the directions are displayed and how much detail you receive is dependent on the brand and model that you buy. The newer models of these systems are set up to give you a turn by turn direction to ensure that you are on the right track, some will go as far as to tell you the name of the street that you just turned on every time you go on a new one. As stated before how it is displayed is very much dependent on the one you have, but many of them will be so easy to use that your kids may think that its a nifty toy, they have graphical displays that shows you as a little blip on the screen, some of them represents you with a car icon and you will see the icon move along the map as you move along the road, this way you will always know where on the map you are and the direction that you are headed in, others will have arrows that also moves along the map and these arrows will show you where to go and when to turn.</p>
<p>The more high tech systems, yes even more high tech than the aforementioned; these systems are verbal and they speak directly to you. I, personally think that these are safer because it eliminates the need to look at the monitor all the time, The system will literally tell you that there is a left or right turn coming up that you should take and the name of the street that you are to turn on.</p>
<p>This Article is related to the subject of <a href="http://www.progpsshop.com/" target="_blank">GPS Navigation systems</a>. If you are looking for Garmin GPS Systems then <a href="http://www.progpsshop.com/" target="_blank">http://www.progpsshop.com/</a> is the greatest place for you.</p>
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<p><strong><a rel="nofollow" href="http://thecompanymarketing.com/transportation/the-gps-navigation-systems-and-data-problems/" target="_blank">The <strong>GPS navigation systems</strong> and data problems | Transportation Company</a></strong></p>
<p>We have a serious problem with <strong>GPS navigation systems</strong> for cars and even motorcycles brewing. However, there are problems with this are to develop as a high-tech toys more seriously than you might think. Ask anyone in the metropolitan area who bought a new car, with one of those cool GPS upgrades for their SUV or sports car.</p>
<p><strong>Publish Date:</strong> 05/07/2010</p>
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		<title>Tips on How to Choose the Best Automobile GPS Navigation Systems</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Automobile GPS Navigation systems are very popular today in consumer cars.  They used to be the domain of businesses only, but the price has come down enough to be affordable by the average consumer.  Different navigation systems have different features, so you must be clear on what you want so you can pick the system [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Automobile GPS Navigation systems are very popular today in consumer cars.  They used to be the domain of businesses only, but the price has come down enough to be affordable by the average consumer.  Different navigation systems have different features, so you must be clear on what you want so you can pick the system that will work best for you.  This article discusses the 5 areas that are usually the most important to take note of when you are looking for an automobile GPS navigation system.</em></p>
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<p>With the arrival of car GPS navigation system, getting to where you actually want to go has not at all been practical and down to earth. Global Positioning System technology in automobiles entails the usage of satellites to identify your actual setting while driving such that you conversant in how to get to your real destination and target devoid of getting lost. These days quite a lot of manufacturers are offering a variety of GPS products and it has consequently become essential to be able to settle on which one is suitable for you. Today we are going to disclose some of the important tips on how to choose the best car navigation system. Read below:</p>
<p><strong>Frequency of use</strong></p>
<p>When finding the perfect car navigation system, you will have to bear in mind how regularly you will be making use of it. If you do not have it in mind to use it perpetually, you can reconcile for the economical and cost effective systems that you can hook up the cigarette lighter of your automobile to use, and subsequently toss into the glove section when not in operation. Nevertheless, these smaller car navigation systems are commonly partial concerning their features and potentials.</p>
<p><strong>Monitor</strong></p>
<p>Next thing to bear in mind is the space accessible in your car for the GPS system monitor. This is for the reason that many car GPS navigation systems go together with a monitor used for showing maps, and which is generally installed on the control panel or dashboard or on a pedestal connected to the dashboard. You will then need to make certain that the installation of your car navigation system monitor does not slow down your car&#8217;s airing system by blocking the air vents. Further you will have to select that car navigation system whose monitor installation is not hindering the comfortable entry, exit and seating of your customers.</p>
<p><strong>Multiple Destination Displays</strong></p>
<p>Most probably you would like to choose a car GPS navigation system that offers you a choice of options when it comes to destination direction displays. A perfect system will illustrate you how to get to where you have to go either by giving you the address, the crossroads, the individual address book or the true location of your destination on the map.</p>
<p><strong>Vocal Directions</strong></p>
<p>Another impressive quality to expect a car GPS navigation system, are the verbal and graphical directions. A number of systems that present a map on the monitor generally make use of arrows to point out where to rotate and the accurate location of your car on the map concerning your proposed destination.</p>
<p><strong>Point of Interest Data</strong></p>
<p>A wide range of car GPS navigation systems also provide point of interest data (POI) that involves added practical information for example the sites of restaurants, gas stations, parks, ATMs, hotels, banks, airports, etc. More importantly, a specially selected system would provide synchronized updates for such point of interest data on constant basis.</p>
<p><strong>Installation</strong></p>
<p>When it comes to installation, it will cause your decision making process on account of car navigation complexities and lengthy installation process. Therefore if you want to get on the road on the dot, you will have to choose a simple yet cost-effective plug-in system devoid of a monitor.</p>
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<p><strong><a href="http://www.auto-search-blog.com/uncategorized/emma-wilson-chats-about-buying-automotive-gps-systems/" target="_blank">Emma Wilson Chats About Buying <strong>Automotive GPS Systems</strong> | <strong>Auto</strong> Search</a></strong></p>
<p><strong>Automotive GPS</strong> units are larger and heavier than handhelds, and they aren&#8217;t known for long battery life. <strong>Automotive GPS</strong> systems class offers a nice selection of top of the range <strong>automotive</strong>, truck and bike <strong>GPS navigation systems</strong> having &#8230;</p>
<p><strong>Publish Date:</strong> 04/19/2010</p>
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		<title>How to Compare Automobile GPS Navigation Systems</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this article, Lee Cole shares a process on how to determine the differences between different automobile GPS navigation systems.  This is mostly about the process of looking for the different features in these Tracking devices as well as what differences to look for.  On thing that you want to realize as well in looking [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>In this article, Lee Cole shares a process on how to determine the differences between different automobile GPS navigation systems.  This is mostly about the process of looking for the different features in these Tracking devices as well as what differences to look for.  On thing that you want to realize as well in looking for a GPS Navigation system is to know how you plan on using it now and in the future so you can pick something you can grow with.  Read on for more on this topic.</em></p>
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<p>If you&#8217;ve never bought one before buying your first GPS system is a daunting experience. The best way to go about it is to compare automobile gps navigation systems from different manufacturers to find the one that will work best for you. Of course, to do this you need to know a little more about gps systems, what they offer, what the standard features are, and what you can get if you&#8217;re willing to pay more money.</p>
<p>Prices have gone down in GPS systems over the past two years quite a lot. Still these babies cost anywhere from $150 to several hundred dollars. I guess if you bought one you didn&#8217;t like, it wouldn&#8217;t be the end of the world, but who wants to do that? The best thing to do is to get a little education before you actually start shopping.</p>
<p>With the Internet, you have a wealth of resources at your disposal. You can go to several shopping sites and learn about what&#8217;s available and how much it costs. There are also a lot of informational sites out there you can refer to.</p>
<p>In order to help you get off on the right foot, let me say a few things.</p>
<p>There are basically three main manufacturers of GPS systems, Garmin, Tom Tom, and Magellan. Sure, there are a number of other companies that make these things, but these are the big three. Garmin is by far the biggest.</p>
<p>All GPS systems basically accomplish the same thing. They show you where you are on an electronic map and they tell you how to get where you want to go via voice instructions.</p>
<p>All automotive GPS navigational systems have touch screens, which usually has a choice of &#8220;views&#8221;&#8211;2D or 3D. 2D is what we call &#8220;bird&#8217;s eye.&#8221; 3D is the more realistic looking view. (It looks like an early version of a realistic video game.)</p>
<p>Other stuff you generally get with most systems is a database of Points of Interest (POIs). These are pre-programmed locations of hospitals, restaurants, state parks, basically the main places you might want to go. Almost all come pre-installed with maps of the lower 48 states. And, as I said, all will calculate your route from where you are to where you want to go.</p>
<p>Some features you can pay extra for are: actually saying the names of the streets, maps of Canada, Mexico or Europe, Bluetooth, real-time traffic and weather, and a larger POI database.</p>
<p>Don&#8217;t let all of this stuff keep you from buying a system! If you compare automobile GPS navigation systems logically, you&#8217;ll be able to find the right one for you!</p>
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<p>Lee Cole is a true GPS enthusiast! You can <a href="http://www.hotgpsdeals.com/" target="_blank">check out his website</a> and find more information about how to <a href="http://www.hotgpsdeals.com/" target="_blank">compare automobile GPS</a> navigation systems!</p>
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		<title>Automobile GPS Navigation Systems &#8211; Creating A GPS Navigation Kit</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[This article is about different GPS navigations systems that are available in the market today.Â  the &#8220;creating a GPS navigation kit&#8221; is really not creating a kit from scratch, but buying a GPS tracking device and installing in into the vehicle or automobile. One of the biggest benefits of a GPS Navigation system as opposed [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>This article is about different GPS navigations systems that are available in the market today.Â  the &#8220;creating a GPS navigation kit&#8221; is really not creating a kit from scratch, but buying a GPS tracking device and installing in into the vehicle or automobile. One of the biggest benefits of a GPS Navigation system as opposed to a GPS tracking device is that the navigation systems include places of interest near your local area.Â  GPS tracking devices today are beginning to include this functionality as well, so down the road, there will be little difference between the two.</em></p>
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<p>Imagine being lost on a cold, dark road that twists and turns. You need to get to your destination, but you&#8217;ve made a wrong turn. You cannot pull over because the shoulder is not wide enough. It&#8217;s Christmas and you just want to see your family. Unfortunately, this scene is very common, especially around the holidays. But it doesn&#8217;t have to be for the members of your family. Giving GPS navigational car kits as gifts will prevent this from happening.</p>
<p>Now imagine that same cold, dark road. Only now, you know where to make that turn that will lead you safely home for the holiday&#8217;s because your GPS car unit gave you accurate driving directions.</p>
<p>Putting together a GPS car kit is very simple. There are many navigational units available from Cobra Electronics, Delkin Devices, Icom America, Inc., Silva Tech, and many more. You should look for a unit that can be mounted easily onto the dashboard of any car. These units have large monitors so that drivers will be able to see maps easily. Some units have turn-by-turn voice options that will tell you when to make turns and how far it is to your destination.</p>
<p>Mounted GPS units can also tell you where nearby restaurants, gas stations, hotels, and other attractions are along the way. With memory storage, you will able to store maps, routes, and locations of various road trips that you take on a regular basis. You will never have to read a map again.</p>
<p>Some GPS units have weather, traffic, and Bluetooth capabilities that will make any long road trip more enjoyable. You will be able to learn about incoming weather that could make road travel stressful, you can receive traffic reports that will allow you to alter your route, and you will be able to call your family to tell them you will be late for the holiday dinner, hands-free.</p>
<p>In addition to a GPS unit, you should also include a car adaptor, antenna kit, traffic receiver, GPS mount, earphones, and protective pouch for easy storage.</p>
<p>If you want, you can also buy the Magellan Roadmate 760T bundle with traffic kit that is already assembled and ready to use. This kit offers the added benefit of roadside assistance.</p>
<p>There are other GPS gifts that are worth looking into if you know someone who enjoys hiking, skiing, and camping. A handheld GPS unit can be used outdoors and while driving. Even though the monitor is much smaller, if the unit will be used mainly outdoors, then it should not be a problem. You should consider buying an adaptor, battery charger, extra battery pack, and carrying case. This will complete your handheld GPS gift kit.</p>
<p>Traveling roads that are covered with snow or that are unfamiliar can be stressful. If someone you know travels a lot or just needs detailed directions when getting from one location to another, why not give them something useful this holiday season? A GPS navigational system is the perfect gift for those who want to get to their destination quickly and safely every time.</p>
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		<title>GPS Navigation Systems and Data Problems</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[This article goes over some of the problems that are inherent in GPS navigation systems in cities with fast growth. One thing to make sure before purchasing an expensive navigation device is to make sure you can use it in your desired area or areas.
We have a serious problem brewing with GPS navigation systems for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>This article goes over some of the problems that are inherent in GPS navigation systems in cities with fast growth. One thing to make sure before purchasing an expensive navigation device is to make sure you can use it in your desired area or areas.</em></p>
<p>We have a serious problem brewing with GPS navigation systems for automobiles and even motorcycles. There are however problems with this devise as a high tech toy are more serious than you might think. Ask anyone in a metro area who has bought a new car with one of those cool GPS upgrades for their SUV or new sports car. We have had our customers complain (customers of the carwash business, which is my profession). Oh they love the gadget, but they are under whelmed by the lack of data and streets, which are not listed. You see we have been seeing incredible suburban growth in many cities. Places near large DMA metros are a problem out in the middle class suburbs. In many areas such as outside Chicago, Los Angeles, San Diego, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Seattle, Portland, Denver, Dallas, Houston, Austin, San Antonio, Nashville, Kansas City, Minneapolis, Columbus, Cleveland, Baltimore, Jacksonville, Tampa Bay, Miami, Orlando, Atlanta, DC Subs, etc. And in NJ, NC, NV, OH lots of other fast growing growth pockets.</p>
<p>When GPS devises for cars first hit the scenes at the CES and SEMA shows in 1996, they became increasingly more popular, powerful and better data. But like VHS and Beta, Apple and IBM, competition became increasingly greater causing much consolidation in the industry along with patent fights. Much of the technology was former Defense Contractors peddling their wares through subsidiary consumer level companies. But the tight market remained due to the costs. Meanwhile companies like DeLorme and others tried to flood the market with low priced GPS units, which made things even more competitive. And the bugs were not fully out of the system yet. Someday all cars will drive themselves and people can watch TV, do video conferencing and use their transportation as a portable office or entertainment system while they are being driven to the location they have punched into their computer. Some things will have to occur before this is a reality of course. But eventually your dexterity skills to actually pilot a car will be worthless and un-needed.</p>
<p>First the satellites will need to be laser aligned and use multiple satellites to get absolute locations of ground items and vehicles. The cars will need to have additional anti collision devises made up of networked sonar and optic flow sensors. All of which are now available and the technology is getting better and better. Many military applications today will be civilian tomorrow. Just like Radar, Microwave ovens, Nuclear Energy, Cellular Phones, Satellite Communication and Jet Aircraft in Commercial Aviation. The flow of transportation will be brought to the next generation to serve man better.</p>
<p>For the time being the incremental changes in these technologies has hit a slight road block even though Honda, GM, Ford, Mercedes, Daimler Chrysler and Toyota have invested billions in anti-collision and safety devices which they will add comfort and desirable options which they can sell to customers as upgrades. Smart Car Technologies can add Thousands of Dollars to the price of a car and consumers are glad to pay for them. A factory GPS system with display can cost up to $6,000.00 and they sell a lot of them on the higher end cars. It is a high profit item upgrade, although there are some, which only cost $1000. And if you wish to compare these, some are very incredible with many features;</p>
<p>http://www.gpsnuts.com/myGPS/GPS/review%20&#8230;he%20review.htm .</p>
<p>There are many companies, which sell after market computer assist items. These companies are doing quite well and the systems work great. The big issue is just because you have a super duper incredible GPS system, does not mean the street you are looking for is even on the map yet. In other words it is like using an old map. If you are a studier of maps like I happen to be, you will see the problem with older maps. Even some companies keep printing old map data year after year without adding in new on ramps, city streets, infrastructure freeway improvements and ring-roads, it is aggravating for those from out of town. Even more aggravating looking for an address or street in a new housing tract, which you can see but the devise insists, does not exist? Then there are problems in areas like Cape Coral, FL and Tehachapi, CA or El Paso, TX and Knoxville, TN where the roads have been scraped and ready to put in or put in but do not connect or have nothing there yet. Of course it is very aggravating to see a road and try to go down it and find it is a dirt road that connects to nothing yet or an entire sub-division that does not exist? Is it a Mirage? If so where is the white Tiger Show?</p>
<p>Jack Dangermond of ESRI had set up entire networks of software makers who developed data for their awesome software products for GPS and GIS needs. Used by government, military, utility companies, transportation companies, private companies with GPS units to sell to the public, First Responders and school districts for buses. After the Dot Com crash those software companies were among some of the survivors, but had significantly cut costs. Thus without the proper data the GPS systems bought by the upper, upper-middle and middle class for their cars were not always good enough to support the price point for the newest technology. This is especially upsetting since the upper, upper-middle and middle class citizens who pay the most taxes live in the suburbs for the most part. The chances of a middle class American; who bought a home during the 3 years last housing boom; not being able to find their house or street on their new GPS devise is a higher probability then them actually finding it. We interviewed one man who bought a new Nissan Sports car.</p>
<p>[tags]gps, navigation, system, smartcar technologies[/tags]</p>
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