GPS INFORMATION BLOG

Last year in TomTom released a new navigation device designed especially for customers who want a portable GPS System to fit inside the dashboard of their vehicles.  The new second generation of semi–embeddable  TomTom device is called the Fujitsu 10 eclipse VN 4430.  The best part about the new device is that users can actually take it out of the dashboard and use it as a standalone navigation system in a different car.

So what exactly can this new semi-embeddable a portable devices do?  First off it has the latest maps, using a technology called MapShare.  MapShare allows drivers to actually improve the map on the device and then they can share those maps with other car drivers.  The TomTom GPS portable device also allows drivers to use below two hands-free calling, that way you can make a phone call while safely driving.  Some other cool features include a CD – DVD player, iPod audio, iPod video, and even a USB.  Say goodbye to the radio because now you can listen to your favorite music over your car speakers with no commercials.

Here some highlights of the device:

• TomTom Map Share™ technology, enabling users to make updates and corrections to their own maps instantly on the device and to benefit from improvements made by other users free of charge.
• Latest map guarantee so users always have free access to the latest map at time of purchase.
• ‘Help Me’ Emergency menu that gives drivers direct access to emergency services and roadside assistance
• Voice address input so that users can drive to millions of cities and street names by simply announcing the address of their destination
• Clear voice instructions and text-to-speech to enable street names, places, traffic alerts and SMS messages to be read aloud as part of the spoken instructions
• Enhanced hands-free calling with high-quality sound system via Bluetooth® to allow drivers to keep their eyes firmly on the road while making phone calls in the car
• Rear-view Camera Ready so drivers can expand their view outside of a normal field of vision.
• Free TomTom HOME software and content from the TomTom community to keep their device up to date at all times.
• Large 4.3 inch touch screen with fresh icons and an updated user interface to navigate drivers to their destination even more easily.

Because it is so easy to remove and install, this little portable GPS device is pretty awesome.  Especially, if you have more than one automobile, or if you’re riding with a friend!