Helping Cars to See the Route Ahead with a GPS Receiver
Posted on September 15, 2009
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Big cities mean following many routes which cannot be easily memorized by an individual. We human beings have been complaining of such problems for many years. Finally, the time has come right before us and no more recalling the route to your friend’s house last that you visited. Such hurdle remains away from us because of the invention of GPS receivers.
GPS means ground positioning system which is largely used by defence forces of various nations. But as of now its usage is not restricted to defence forces because it has been announced that GPS can be used by all individuals yet they need to get licenses for their legal usage. The automobile companies around the world are using this system and that’s why we see the installation of GPS systems in the latest cars.
Well cars which were bought a few years ago, their owners can still buy the GPS receivers and fix them in their respective cars. The cost of the cheap GPS receivers is not at all high because it comes at an attractive price. Most if the automobile stores in UK sell these receivers at affordable price. If enthusiasts do not have the sufficient time to walk up to the store then they can follow the alternate way and that is to buy the GPS receivers with the help of various websites which deal in all kinds of automobile parts.
Other than GPS receivers for cars these are also found in cordless phones. Just one need to get a set of GPS cordless phones and then one can also use it in their cars. So, buying such a set of GPS cordless phones will let us get double benefits. The Siemens Gigaset C475 is a set of cordless phones which come with the GPS functionality. Hence, enthusiasts can purchase it to get the radar at your individual service.
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Whats the difference between an expensive GPS and a cheap GPS?
I have no clue about them, whats the difference from an expesive one say over $300 and a cheap on, about $200?
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Henry Michel is expert in consumer electronics and writing about cheap GPS receivers on various products i.e., Garmin zumo 550 Europe, TomTom GO 540, Garmin Nuvi 205WT UK etc.
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There are several different options out there. Look at the ones designed for tracking family members and kids. Amazon has a good selection and the reviews provide good information.
when will this be out in the market and how will it cost?
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Nokia is doing that kind of phone (2009 or later)
Recommend the Magellan RoadMate 2200T with Text to Speech and North America mapping software for $119 only.
I think that's pretty cheap don't you?
Depending by your physical location, Auto Nav 2000 Plus, Inc a REAL retail store that sells nothing but GPS units ONLY!
http://www.autonav2000.com/mall/anProdList2.asp?GroupID=192
or a Garmin Nuvi 205 http://www.autonav2000.com/mall/anProdDetail.asp?ProdID=774
In that price range, there are several features that are different from one model to the next:
Size: The newer models are slimmer (less thick) and can fit in a pocket. The old ones are bulb-shaped, "uglier" and harder to carry with you.
Display screen: The better ones have a wider screen (around 3.8 inch wide instead of 2.8 inch). Here wider is better. Easier to see the map and easier to type addresses.
Text-to-speech: The GPS reads the street name (in a computer voice, but good enough to understand). when it tells you to turn. Very useful.
Points of interest: These are pre-programmed locations of restaurants, hotels, gas stations, etc. When you are traveling out of town, it's nice to use the GPS to find a place near you to eat or stay the night. Cheaper GPS models have 1 million of them preloaded (sounds like a lot, but they will miss many places), better ones have more than 6 million. Many but not all will let you add your own.
MP3 player: Can play music with the GPS. Nice if your car radio doesn't play MP3, but the GPS sound quality is only so-so. More useful for audio books than music.
FM transmitter: The directions and music from the GPS can be transmitted so they play through your car radio instead of coming out of the GPS. Not a big deal to me but some people like it.
Bluetooth. For hands-free cell phone talk. I don't like to use the phone while driving, but it's nice to pick up the call and tell people you'll call them back without fumbling around with the phone. Even if your phone doesn't have Bluetooth today, I think it'll be common soon.
Accessories: On cheaper models they don't give you an AC adapter (only way to charge is through the car cigarette lighter) and USB cable (to connect to your computer for music transfer or new map download). Most people will want them and have to buy separately, which is a pain. Check first what comes in the box before you buy.
Quality of traffic directions and ease of use: People sometimes argue about which is better, Garmin, Magellan, TomTom or some other brands. I'll stay out of that here.
GPS manufacturers package the above things around for every budget range, so find the model that has the right combination for you. At $300, you'll get about half the things I listed above, maybe more if you get a good sale price. Happy hunting.
That's funny– you're looking for an item that helps you look at where you are! huh????
Try EBay. Keep an eye on the seller's rating and positive feedback and you can determine who's safe to buy from. I go to EBay all the time for gadgets and electronics and haven't been disappointed yet!
Have a great day!!!
If you don't need maps and just want to record tracks and waypoints, you can get away with using the Garmin eTrex H for about US$80. If you want a handheld that can store maps and do turn-by-turn directions as well, go for the eTrex Legend HCx or the GPSmap 60Cx.
First, virtually all GPS units designed for automotive use are unsuitable for geocaching. Second, your requirements, taken together, are mutually exclusive. I can suggest a good, cheap GPS for driving or a good cheap GPS for geocaching but I really don't have a good, cheap GPS that does both. The cheap portion is where the problem comes in.
There are hand held units that are capable of routing and providing directions (although they usually don't talk). I use my Garmin 60 CSx for caching and driving as well as for bicycle and motorcycle riding. Problem is that with the GPS itself, plus detailed maps, you are pushing $400. You might almost be better off buying a (relatively) inexpensive automotive GPS and a (relatively) inexpensive hand held. You could probably put together a pair for about $250 that would fit your needs.
I suggest either of the following – the eTrex H for $80 or the eTrex Venture HC for $115. The eTrex connects with a serial cable, and your computer might not have a serial port. It is very basic, with no mapping capability and a monochrome screen. The eTrex Venture HC has a color screen and longer battery life. It has 24MB of storage space for you to install maps if you want, and it uses a USB cable, which will definitely work with your computer if you bought it in the last 10 years.
The computer connectivity is needed because it will make it easier for you to have a lot of geocaches on your receiver. When you enter things manually, it takes more time and there is more of a chance for coordinate entry errors.
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