TomTom ONE announced in Europe
Today TomTom has announced in Europe the TomTom ONE a new all-in-one GPS navigational solution with TomTom Navigator.
TomTom ONE now uses the SiRFSTAR III, well known chipset for its low power consumption and its high accuracy.
With a launch price of Euro 399 this makes the Tomtom ONE a very attractive devices positioned right underneath the GO 300.
MapQuest Partners with TomTom to Offer a Portable, Personal Navigation Device
MapQuest, Inc. and TomTom Inc. announced the launch of the MapQuest Personal Navigation Device (PND). Combining the latest GPS technology with preloaded detailed maps, the MapQuest PND will deliver highly accurate, turn-by-turn, voice-guided directions in an easy-to-use portable device. With the MapQuest PND consumers simply turn it on, tap in the destination and drive. This announcement further extends the company’s popular maps and directions beyond the desktop and builds upon its presence in the location-based services arena.
TomTom for Palm - 5.12 Update Available
Released a new software update (5.1.2) of TomTom Navigato 5 for Palm OS
This new version has the following new features and improvements:
- Both NAVIGATOR 5 and Contacts Navigation can independently be assigned to a button.
- Improved error messages in the HotSync© log.
- For PalmOne Treo 650:
- Improved handling of incoming phone calls - the device will now automatically switch back to NAVIGATOR 5 after the phone call has been connected.
- The device will always turn off when the power key is pressed.




