Garmin eTrex Venture Cx, the new adventure gps
Garmin today introduced the eTrex Venture Cx, an entry-level addition to Garmin’s eTrex Personal Navigator product line. The eTrex Venture Cx is the least expensive eTrex handheld unit that combines expandable memory, color TFT display, USB interface, and advanced GPS auto-routing capabilities in a waterproof design.
Pocket sized and light weight, eTrex Venture Cx owners will appreciate its versatility when they are traveling on highways, waterways, or byways. The Venture Cx comes with a built-in Americas basemap. For greater mapping detail, users can purchase new microSD cards that are pre-loaded with BlueChart(R) marine cartography and MapSource(R) Topo and inland lake maps. The microSD card slot is located inside the waterproof (IPX-7) battery compartment. Users can also transfer routes and waypoints through the units’ fast USB connection.
Globalsat GH-601 & GH 602, wrist / athletic GPS training system
Globalsat will release soon the new wrist-watch SirfStar III Gps device for outdoor activities and athletic training.
Globalsat GH-601 provides a fully-sealed, waterproof, large LCD wrist-watch device, as well as a GPS navigation function that locates and tracks points from start to stop. It is adopted for people who exercise for broad kinds of outdoor sports, such as Jogging, Running, Biking, Snow Skiing, etc. It also can be used as GPS receiver by USB interface.
MapSend Topo Mexico for GPS handhelds and new software navigation tools from Magellan
Magellan announced today the introduction of the first mapping software for rugged handheld GPS navigation devices containing a detailed map of the entire Republic of Mexico. Magellan MapSend Topo Mexico provides extensive searchable points of interest, topography, parks and highways, plus street detail for cities with a population of 50,000 or more. Available on a convenient preloaded Secure Digital (SD) memory card, the software converts compatible Magellan eXplorist(TM) and Meridian(TM) handheld GPS receivers into powerful travel tools allowing outdoor enthusiasts, tourists and adventurers to navigate with ease through both suburban and urban areas, on foot or behind the wheel.
Magellan eXplorist 210 Outdoor bundle: affordable, all-in-one navigation solution
Magellan announced today the introduction of the new Magellan eXplorist 210 Outdoor Bundle. Available in April, the convenient, full-solution GPS package combines a Magellan eXplorist 210 handheld GPS receiver, Magellan MapSend Topo 3D USA software, a cigarette lighter adapter, USB cable and clip case, all for just US $229.00. Users gain a complete set of navigation tools to plan and navigate with confidence when hunting, backpacking, off-roading, fly fishing or enjoying other outdoor activities.
Magellan eXplorist XL boasts largest color screen in a rugged GPS, plus maps & expandability
Thales’ navigation business introduces the advanced, yet easy-to-use Magellan eXplorist XL. Navigators can easily see where they’re going with the largest screen available on a rugged handheld GPS — a 3.5", sunlight viewable, high contrast color TFT LCD screen. It also delivers unlimited map storage with 30MB of available internal memory plus expandable memory through a built-in SD card reader/writer. The Magellan eXplorist XL’s enhanced capabilities offer exceptional versatility for camping, boating, fishing, hunting or driving.
Magellan eXplorist 210 GPS Handheld with largest internal memory in category
Expanding on the popular line of Magellan GPS handhelds, the eXplorist 210 brings map expansion capabilities to the entry-level range of eXplorists with its high-speed USB data port. The Magellan eXplorist 210 is the only GPS handheld in its price range to offer users the ability to download and store up to 22 MB of maps from compatible software.
The Magellan eXplorist 210 proves that powerful GPS navigation does not have to be expensive. A large 2.3" grayscale display, precise three-meter positioning, high functionality, and a shockproof and water resistant case combine with simple handling to make the compact GPS an indispensable navigation companion for all outdoor activities, from mountain sports and backpacking to cycling, hunting, and fishing.
