MapQuest and TomTom are hoping to make our lives easier with 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, users simply turn it on, tap in the destination and drive.
Designed to be mounted on a car’s dashboard or attached to the windshield, the MapQuest PND uses GPS to determine the current location. Using the touchscreen, users input their destination to obtain directions based on a variety of different routing options such as “quickest,” “shortest,” or “avoiding toll roads.” The on-screen and voice-guided turn-by-turn directions are available in multiple voices and languages. Corresponding 3-D maps and graphics depict the car’s progress toward the destination.

With PLUS services enabled (on request) PND moreover provides real-time traffic information, live weather reports, additional city maps, additional voices and much more…

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