http://www.ecoustics.com/latest/links Latest links, updated every five minutes http://www.ecoustics.com/pcw/news/183712 The revamped operating system answers some of users' wishes with its easier navigation and speed. Fri, 04 Dec 2009 09:53:00 -0500 http://www.ecoustics.com/pcw/news/174623 Let the map wars begin, as Google challenges existing mobile turn-by-turn navigation systems. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 20:17:00 -0400 http://www.ecoustics.com/dt/news/20961 Garmin and AT&T have announced that the Garmin-Asus nüvifone G60 will be available in the U.S. beginning October 4, bringing not only voice and mobile Internet capabilities, but the full suite of navigation and guidance capabilities that Garmin packs into its high-end GPS navigation systems. The unit's embedded maps of North American mean users can get turn-by-turn directions wherever they got, and integrated Wi-Fi, full HTML Web browsing, and a 3 megapixel camera help the G60 keep up with the rest of the cool smartphones."The nüvifoRead | Permalink | Linking Blogs Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:00:00 -0400 http://www.ecoustics.com/pcw/reviews/169595 The new remote for this high-end digital music system is smaller, but with a better screen and easier navigation. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 16:20:00 -0400 http://ecoustics-cnet.com.com/Garmin_Nuvi_760/4505-3430_7-32593888.html?part=ecoustics-cnet The Garmin Nuvi 760 delivers beautifully on almost every front, but the portable navigation system hits a speed bump with its sluggish performance. Thu, 30 Jul 2009 13:36:00 -0400 http://www.ecoustics.com/dt/news/20336 GPS maker Magellan is expanding its Maestro line of in-vehicle navigation systems with the Magellan Maestro 4700, which features a big 4.7-inch display, built-in voice commands, highway lane assist, and Magellan's OneTouch user interface for quickly bringing up favorite destinations. And, in a new twist, the Maestro 4700 offers a new "find your car" Pedestrian Mode feature that can automatically bring users back to where they left their car."We have incorporated voice command, Bluetooth, and highway lane assist to help you reach your destination with confidence," said Magellan senior director for product marketing Mike Wagner, in a statement. "The large 4.7-inch screen is easily vRead | Permalink | Linking Blogs Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:45:00 -0400 http://ecoustics-cnet.com.com/Eclipse_AVN726E_DVD_GPS_receiver/4505-3430_7-33668147.html?part=ecoustics-cnet The Eclipse AVN726e will cover most users hands-free calling, navigation, audio/visual needs in a single installation, while also being an excellent starting point for system builders. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 06:54:00 -0400 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/565599.html Thu, 23 Apr 2009 03:51:00 -0400 http://www.ecoustics.com/pcw/howto/162541 Web links often pop open new browser windows, so why shouldn't system folders work the same way? Here's how to make it happen. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 17:59:00 -0400 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/546498.html Fri, 23 Jan 2009 14:59:00 -0500 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/546492.html Fri, 23 Jan 2009 14:48:00 -0500 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/544142.html Fri, 16 Jan 2009 02:30:00 -0500 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/544111.html Thu, 15 Jan 2009 22:00:00 -0500 http://www.ecoustics.com/dt/news/18898 As most tech-savvy motorcyclists know, there aren’t all that many options out there when it comes to buying a GPS for a bike. While a handful of manufacturers offer them, the models are few and far between, and seem to lag behind conventional in-car systems when it comes to features.I was quite relieved, then, to see that Garmin had finally updated its two-year-old Zumo 550 motorcycle GPS with the new Zumo 660, a skinnier, sleeker, and more capable motorcycle GPS that finally brings two-wheeled navigation up to speed.Putting the new Zumo side by side with the old, they almost look like two entirely different devices fRead | Permalink | Linking Blogs Fri, 09 Jan 2009 17:03:26 -0500 http://www.ecoustics.com/video/n/3604913 The automobile market isn't suffering alone. The market for in-vehicle technology, those screens, navigation devices and audio systems inside cars, is tanking right along with it. Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:42:09 -0500 http://ecoustics-cnet.com.com/8301-1023_3-10135226-93.html?part=ecoustics-cnet Navigation system and Google mapping tool helps authorities find Massachusetts 9-year-old allegedly kidnapped by her grandmother. Wed, 07 Jan 2009 16:35:00 -0500 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/540986.html Tue, 06 Jan 2009 12:07:00 -0500 http://www.ecoustics.com/dt/guide/152 In only a handful of years, GPS systems have made the leap from pricy toys for the rich to affordable, indispensable tools for nearly everyone. Whether you drive a Toyota Tercel or a Cadillac XLR, navigation systems are an easy upgrade that will allow you to quit wasting time and gas driving around town, and get directly to your destination, every time. This year’s batch of new GPS systems are some of the most flexible and affordable yet, with even more user friendly interfaces that make them appropriate for anyone. Garmin Nuvi 755T, $5...Read | Permalink | Linking Blogs Fri, 07 Nov 2008 03:00:00 -0500 http://www.ecoustics.com/dt/guide/150 Millions of road warriors have finally traded the folded gas station map in the glove compartment for a handy global positioning system (GPS) unit.You know, those small doohickeys that communicate with satellites hovering above the Earth to pinpoint your location on the planet. With built-in maps for the entire U.S. (and usually, most of North America), GPS navigation units can help you reach to your destination with turn-by-turn visual and audio instructions.But you already know all this. You’re also aware that GPS units offer millions of releva...Read | Permalink | Linking Blogs Thu, 06 Nov 2008 03:00:00 -0500 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/526006.html Wed, 05 Nov 2008 07:33:00 -0500 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/524399.html Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:56:00 -0400 http://www.ecoustics.com/dt/news/18274 When it comes to GPS units, sometimes it's all about the screen size: nothing is worse than knowing you have perfect directions in front of you, but having to lean forward and squint while driving to try to figure out where you're going. Nextar wants to ease that pain, announcing new SNAP5 and SNAP7 GPS units that sport 5- and 7-inch touchscreen displays, respectively, along with photo and music capabilities and Tele Atlas maps of the U.S. and Canada."With the addition of these two models, our slim SNAP navigation systems line offers displays for a wide-range of needs," said Nextar founder Eddy Zheng, in a reRead | Permalink | Linking Blogs Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:30:00 -0400 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/523857.html Tue, 28 Oct 2008 20:27:00 -0400 http://news.ecoustics.com/bbs/messages/10381/521811.html Mon, 20 Oct 2008 18:27:00 -0400 http://ecoustics-cnet.com.com/8301-10805_3-10034836-75.html?part=ecoustics-cnet At a trade show in Hungary, Microsoft shows off one of the first portable navigation systems based on its Windows Embedded NavReady 2009 software, which was completed in June. Mon, 08 Sep 2008 12:21:00 -0400