Dash Navigation is announcing today that they are opening their API to third party developers. Bringing Internet-based content to your car, the first five “DashApps” are:
Dash Express review
May 6, 2008 By 6 Comments
UPDATES:
- Dash has discontinued manufacture of the Dash Express
- The price on the Dash Express has now been reduced to $299.99
- Read about how the Dash can now learn your favorite routes
I’ve had the Dash Express
In this review, we’ll look at the Dash service plan, their hardware, interface, how well the crowdsourced traffic feature works, the unit’s Internet search capabilities, and how the Dash Express compares to other GPS navigators in terms of features. I’ll conclude with a list of pros and cons, as well as a recommendation on who should consider purchasing a Dash Express.
Dash dishes
April 27, 2008 By Leave a Comment
My link roundup, Waypoints, is on hiatus for a few weeks, while I try to dig out from the pile of review units I’ve received. And I thought the following was interesting enough for a weekend post…
The video below is a presentation Dash gave at the Web 2.0 forum. The first half is more of the same, but it starts getting interesting around the 2:55 mark. Those searches may be anonymous, but they do know collectively what Dash users are looking for, as well as when and where. Check it out…
Dash changes the GPS competitive landscape
April 1, 2008 By 7 Comments
The Dash Express, the hot new GPS featuring two-way connectivity, has caused a paradigm shift in the GPS industry. We have yet to see how broadly the Dash will be accepted, though they seem to have had a strong launch, with high initial shipments according to the sales rankings at Amazon
There are a couple of key components to two-way connectivity:
- Internet search – At least two other GPS companies are moving to integrate this into devices in the U.S., as discussed below
- Crowd-sourced traffic – For now, Dash is the only manufacturer trying to bring us this feature, providing traffic updates via anonymized cell phone data relayed from other Dash users (though there are companies focusing on this technology that other GPS manufacturers could partner with)
While not a benefit of two-way connectivity, Dash’s built-in wifi will also give them the ability to push large map and firmware updates to the units.
Let’s look at the status of other GPS manufacturers as they move (or don’t move) to implement two-way connectivity:
Dash coverage map
March 29, 2008 By 2 Comments
The cellular connection for the Dash Express, the new GPS navigator featuring two-way connectivity, is provided by Jasper Wireless. The coverage map above, shows where Jasper Wireless works. A version of the map that you can pan and zoom is featured on the Dash service page. Please note that although the map shows Jasper coverage in Mexico, Dash says that "currently, Dash Express is only available in the United States." It is unclear whether or not service stops at the border.
Dash Express first looks – price drop too
March 27, 2008 By 5 Comments
UPDATE: Read our full, hands on, Dash Express review.
Launch day for the Dash Express has finally arrived. I’ve had a unit in hand for a couple of days now, so I’ll give you my first impressions. Before that though, there’s other Dash news today…
Dash Express price drop
Dash has lowered the price of the Dash Express. You can get it now for $399.99 at Amazon
Dash dishes on traffic
March 19, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Dash Navigation has posted a detailed explanation of how their traffic reporting works, along with details about how many users there need to be in a given metropolitan area in order to start seeing improved traffic data.
Dash highlights saved search
March 11, 2008 By Leave a Comment
Dash Navigation has posted details about their three different types of saved searches: Yahoo! Local, MyLists, and MyFeeds. It’s going to be interesting to see how well Dash penetrates the market. Things like this make it look like a geek’s GPS. I guess I’m guilty as charged because I can’t wait to get my hands on one.
CES – Dash Express demo
January 11, 2008 By Leave a Comment
UPDATE: Read our full, hands on, Dash Express review.
I caught a CES demo of the Dash Express and was really impressed. It almost made me regret living in an area without traffic. How sick is that?!
The cellular connection was very fast. Searches came up quickly and data sent to the unit from a PC arrived nearly instantaneously.
I have to say, I’m probably drooling over the Dash Express more than any upcoming release. While I don’t have a nightmare commute, the Internet search access would be great for travel, if only the device weren’t so bulky. Maybe we’ll get a flatter second generation unit.
Dash Express available for pre-order
December 17, 2007 By 1 Comment
UPDATE: Read our full, hands on, Dash Express review.
Dash Navigation is now taking advance orders for the Dash Express for shipment at the end of February. Last week we noted that Dash Navigation had set their service fees for the Dash Express. I’m glad to see that a three-month trial subscription is included in the $599 price of the unit.
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