Archive for the 'Vehicle Gadgets' Category

Audi achieves new levels of auto connectivity utilizing NVIDIA Visual Computing Technology

At CES 2010, Audi and NVIDIA came together to announce the integration of NVIDIA GPUs in all 2010 Audi models equipped with the third-generation multimedia interface system along with technology advances to provide even more sophisticated graphics in the years to come. This advanced technology allows motorists to get clearer, more specific information faster to [...]

NAVTEQ reveals data on the State of Navigation

Multiple Research Studies Quantify Consumer Awareness and Interaction NAVTEQ, the leading global provider of digital map, traffic and location data for in-vehicle, portable, wireless and enterprise solutions, is sharing insights gleaned over the course of the past year to provide a state of the industry perspective on consumer use of navigation. While 2009 has been [...]

Magellan launches Premium Car Kit for iPhone and iPod Touch

New Cradle Provides Complete Hands-Free Navigation Solution Magellan, one of the leading GPS brands, announced an innovative new vehicle mount for the iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS and second generation iPod touch. With a built-in GPS receiver for improved navigation accuracy, the Premium Car Kit features an amplified speaker for crystal clear directions and enhanced Bluetooth [...]

XROAD Features NAVTEQ Traffic in iPhone navigation application

G-Map US & Canada by XROAD is first use of NAVTEQ Traffic in iPhone Navigation App NAVTEQ, the leading global provider of digital map, traffic and location data for in-vehicle, portable, wireless and enterprise solutions, announced its NAVTEQ Traffic service is now available through an on-board turn-by-turn navigation application for the iPhone for the first [...]

Ford SYNC goes WiFi turning car into mobile internet hot spot for passengers while on the go

Ford Motor Company will turn vehicles into rolling WiFi hot spots when it introduces the second generation of its popular SYNC® in-car connectivity system next year. Inserting an owner’s compatible USB mobile broadband modem – sometimes called an “air card” – into SYNC’s USB port will produce a secure wireless connection that will be broadcast [...]