Sunday, March 18, 2012

New Motorcycle Mount for GPS Released Today

Techgripper nuviToday, PowerSportsUS has announced the release of their newest motorcycle mount, the TechGripper. This super strong mount can be attached to a motorcycle in a number of ways and has a range from 2 inches to 4.2 inches, allowing users to mount small GPS devices or even a phone without having to remove the phone case. This mount has an 18-pound per inch grip using stainless steel springs and a super strong polymer resin.

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Touratech Announces Anti-theft Mount for Zumo 590LM

Zumo 590LM Locking MountTouratech has announced the release of their latest anti-theft device, designed exclusively for Garmin’s new Zumo 590LM GPS. This locking mount gives riders the confidence to momentarily leave their bikes unattended and provides a tenacious grip on the unit, absorbing damaging vibrations. read more

World’s Smallest Industrial Tracker Released

GT0-09

The Geoforce Engineering team has released the GT0 Compact Asset Tracker for commercial and industrial use. The GT0 is the world’s smallest and lightest global satellite tracker with an internal battery that can last for years without recharging. The device is small, measuring just 2.7 inches square and 1.3 inches tall with an omni-directional antenna, so you can stick it wherever and not worry about the device. It is designed to last up to five years in the field and send location updates twice a day. read more

One of Industry’s Smallest Bike Trackers Coming Soon

French company Nigiloc has been developing one of the world’s smallest GPS tracker to use on your bike or scooter. Utilizing SigFox connectivity, these low-cost, low-power GPS trackers will run for two years on a single battery and won’t mess up the sleek look of your ride.

The devices, Nigibike and Nigiscoot, connect to your phone via Bluetooth and every time the device moves, it will search for the paired device. If it finds your phone via Bluetooth, the device will go back to sleep. If, however, the paired device is not found, a SMS and email notification with GPS location will be sent to your phone and email, allowing you to find your potentially stolen property. read more

RSPCA’S Trakapet Helps Keep Tabs on Furry Adventurers

trakapet

The RSPCA has launched the new Trakapet GPS device to help pet owners keep track of their wandering furry friends. Pioneered by this Australian-based organization, the Trakapet sends updates to the owner and allows tracking through both computer and smartphone. The unit is small, merely 2 inches long, waterproof and only weighs 40 grams, which makes it good for smaller size dogs as well as large breeds. read more

Introducing the Bad Elf 2200 GPS Pro

Bad Elf 2200 Pro

The Bad Elf 2200 GPS Pro is a handheld GPS receiver and datalogger designed for iPod, iPhone and iPad products. Able to sync with up to five devices at a time, this simplistic device has a myriad of applications for adventurers such as sharing geolocation data with your entire crew, passengers, family members or anyone with an applicable device and marking waypoints without having to keep a GPS app running on your phone. read more

DeLorme Earthmate PN-30

DeLorme PN-30 review The DeLorme Earthmate PN-30 is a stripped down version of the PN-40, bringing all the features of that popular model, except for the electronic compass and barometric altimeter. It includes the PN-40’s dual-core processor for fast map redraws and speedy menu navigation. You’ll find the two colors above available, as it comes in both green and “realtree” for a camouflage appearance.

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TomTom XL 340-S LIVE review

TomTom XL 340-S LIVE review
UPDATE: This model has been discontinued. For a list of current TomTom models and their features, please see our TomTom comparison chart.

The TomTom XL 340-S LIVE is the company’s first mid-range, “connected” navigator, offering LIVE services such as Google Local search, gas prices, etc. It has a 4.3” wide-screen and text-to-speech, so you’ll hear “turn right, Oak Street,” instead of just “turn right,”

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Garmin zumo 660

Garmin zumo 660

UPDATE: Two new models, the the zumo 220 and zumo 665, have brought even more offerings to the zumo line.

The Garmin zumo 660 is designed especially for motorcycles, combining a customizable display with glove-friendly, oversized touchscreen buttons. It comes pre-loaded with maps of the US and Canada, and includes Bluetooth for hands free cell phone calling through the cyclist’s helmet. read more

TomTom XXL 530-S

TomTom XXL 530-S
UPDATE: This model has been discontinued. For a list of current TomTom models and their features, please see our TomTom comparison chart.

The TomTom XXL 530S is one of TomTom’s first 5” models. It comes with preloaded maps of the US and Canada and has IQ Routes, TomTom’s historical traffic speed data that can result in improved routing in areas prone to traffic problems. The “S” in the model name means that it has text-to-speech, so you’ll hear “turn right, Oak Street,” instead of just “turn right.”

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