Garmin cuts '08 Outlook, delays Nuvifone

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Garmin Ltd slashed its profit and revenue forecasts for 2008, hurt by slower growth in the personal navigation devices (PND) market, and delayed the launch of its smartphone, sending its shares down 13 percent.
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Posted on Wed, 30 Jul 2008 09:32:35 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Garmin Oregon 400t GPS Introduced

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Outdoors types that are always looking for the next GPS gadget to make life easier have a new device from Garmin to check out called the Oregon 400t. The 400t is waterproof and uses a color 3-inch screen and a high-sensitivity GPS receiver.

The device uses Garmin’s new HotFix feature that allows the device to store position information so it can calculate positions quicker without needing to go back to the satellite for data. The device is loaded with U.S. topographic maps in a 3D elevation perspective. The device also offers shoreline features for inland lakes and navigable rivers. The 400t weighs 6.8 ounces and has 16 hours of battery life from a pair of AA’s. Pricing and availability are unknown. Read more

Posted on Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:00:41 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

I4U Review Round-up: SoundCast OutCast, Garmin Nuiv 680, SanDisk microSDHC

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Just in time for Summer we reviewed the massive SoundCast OutCast Wireless Speaker System for your garden.
Shane's verdict the SoundCast OutCast: "If you budget can absorb the $699 asking price the sound and build quality of the SoundCast OutCast is absolutely first rate. This is the perfect high-end outdoor speaker system for summer parties." Read the full review.
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Posted on Sat, 28 Jun 2008 10:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Garmin nuvi 680 Review

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Our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Garmin nüvi 680 GPS device.

Quote from the review: "If you look up Nuvi in the dictionary, you won't find anything, and on a traditional US keyboard, it's hard to even type N ü (hold down alt, then on your numeric keypad type 0252) v i. Go ahead, give it a shot. But if you go into any major retail store that offers GPS units you will definitely find Garmin Nüvi GPS units all over the place competing as one of the best in car, on the trail or in the airplane navigation system solutions money can buy. T Read more

Posted on Fri, 27 Jun 2008 02:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Garmin signs Deal with GyPSii Location-Based Services

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GyPSii and Garmin Sign Global Multi-year agreement for Location-Based Services and Social Networking.

Under the terms of the agreement, GyPSii will provide technology, products, worldwide data center infrastructure, development licenses, and GyPSii branding rights to Garmin, on a worldwide non-exclusive basis for a range of Garmin products.
Garmin anticipates that future products will include friend finding applications that support the GyPSii-powered location-based social networking services platform. Read more

Posted on Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:44:25 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Garmin Mobile Offers BlackBerry Users Lifetime Navigation

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Garmin Mobile has a sweet deal that will allow BlackBerry users a lifetime of Gamin satellite navigation on their specific BlackBerry device for the lifetime of that device. The one-time fee for the lifetime service is $99.99.

That is a good price for heavy users of navigation service, so long as you don’t intend on upgrading your phone soon. For the price users get unlimited access to Garmin’s turn-by-turn voice prompted direction service and dynamic content like traffic, weather forecasts, fuel prices and more. Read more

Posted on Thu, 15 May 2008 08:16:22 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Garmin Provides Navigator for Samsung Mobile Phones

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Garmin announced today that it would be the provider for navigation services on Samsung Mobile phones. Garmin will provide its turn-by-turn, voice prompted navigation directly on Samsung phones. The navigation service is based on Garmin Mobile XT software.

Handsets using the Garmin technology are expected to be available in Europe and other countries in the coming months. The only handsets Samsung specifically says will feature the Garmin Mobile XT software is the Samsung i780. Read more

Posted on Mon, 31 Mar 2008 08:39:41 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Garmin to power Kenwood Car Navigation Devices

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Garmin announced today that it is the exclusive navigation supplier to Kenwood's new 2008 lineup of in-dash automotive electronics.

Garmin and Kenwood will work together on print, radio, and online advertising, as well as a dedicated internet site and point of purchase materials to inform customers. The program will extend through 2008. Read more

Posted on Mon, 24 Mar 2008 07:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Garmin’s Affordable nuvi 2x5 Series

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Garmin launched a new series of GPS units at CeBIT today called the 2x5 series. The series includes the nuvi 255 and 255w. The nuvi 255 has a 3.5-inch screen and the 255w has a 4.5-inch screen. Both displays feature a shaded elevation mapping system.

Both models can also utilize Garmin Connect Photos allowing users to download geo-located photos provided by Google Panoramio photo sharing. Both devices are powered by a 333 MHz processor and use Garmin’s new HotFix feature that calculates position information without needing further satellite information. Read more

Posted on Tue, 4 Mar 2008 14:00:00 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Garmin Announces NASCAR Sponsorship

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Garmin announced today that it had signed on to sponsor the Gillett Evernham Motorsports Team in NASCAR Sprint Cup Series this year. Garmin will become an associate sponsor for the number 19 Gillett Evernham Motorsport team in the 2008 Sprint Cup series.

The car is driven by Elliott Sadler and Best Buy is the cars primary sponsor. "As Garmin continues to set the standard with innovative technology, it seemed fitting once again to partner with Best Buy to sponsor an event so heavily followed by Garmin users," said Dan Bartel, Garmin's vice president of worldwide sales. "We're excited to be on board with NASCAR and the Best Buy team, and we are confident in the user connection that this partnership brings." Read more

Posted on Fri, 29 Feb 2008 08:16:54 CST | by Shane McGlaun

Weekly Top 10 Stories: New SLR Cameras, Garmin nuvifone, HD3870 X2

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The photo trade-show PMA 08 is underway in Las Vegas and more cameras have been introduced. The good news is that SLR cameras get better and more affordable. See for instance the Nikon D60.
Garmin has announced this week to enter the smartphone market with cool nuvifone.

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Posted on Sun, 3 Feb 2008 04:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Garmin nuvifone Smartphone

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GPS gadget company Garmin enters the mobile phone business with the nuvifone.

The Garmin nuvifone is an all-in-one, sleek and slim, touchscreen smartphone that combines a premium phone, mobile web-browser, and GPS personal navigator. Read more

Posted on Thu, 31 Jan 2008 01:20:17 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Garmin nuvi 350 Review

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The testers over at our review partner Digital Trends published a review of the Garmin nuvi 350 GPS unit and gave it their Editor's Choice Award.

Quote from the review: "Garmin’s pocket-sized nuvi 350 is a portable GPS unit that aims to be more than just a GPS. This little unit wants to be your personal travel assistant, and has the capability to do so thanks to the availability of add-ons such as foreign language guides, e-books and traffic guides. Read more

Posted on Fri, 18 Jan 2008 00:21:07 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

CES 2008: Garmin Mobile PC

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Garmin announces at the CES 2008 a kit to turn your notebook into a navigation device dubbed Garmin Mobile PC.

Garmin Mobile PC features the same easy“Where to?” and “View map” interface found on the Garmin nüvi® and StreetPilot. In addition, customers can navigate to Outlook contacts stored on their laptop. Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jan 2008 07:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

CES 2008: Garmin nuvi 780

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Garmin announces a new GPS gadget in its nuvi 700 series - the Garmin nüvi 780.

The Garmin nuvi 780 features a 4.3 inch screen, MSN Direct service, FM Transmitter, Garmin Lock, mp3 player, audiobook player and more. Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jan 2008 06:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

CES 2008: Garmin nuvi 5000

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Garmin introduces a new GPS device series with a large screen at the CES 2008. The new Garmin nüvi 5000 boasts a 5.2 inch screen.

Besides navigation the Garmin nuvi 5000 features an internal MP3 player, audio book player and games. The built-in MP3 player lets you browse music by artist, album, song, or genre. Music can be loaded onto an SD card. The nüvi 5000 is also compatible with audible.com, a subscription based audio book service. A handful of games are preloaded on the nüvi to help passengers pass the time. All music or speech files can be emitted over the vehicle’s existing speakers, through the nüvi’s built-in FM wireless transmitter or via the unit’s 3.5mm stereo output jack. The entertainment audio is muted when navigation instructions are given. Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jan 2008 05:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Garmin Forerunner 405

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Our Wristwatch news site Wrist Dreams also has some CES news. Garmin introduces the Garmin Forerunner 405 GPS watch at the CES 2008.

With the Forerunner 405, runners can track their speed, distance, heart rate and location accurately and effortlessly, and the revolutionary patent-pending touch bezel on the face of the watch makes navigating the options easier than ever. Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jan 2008 05:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

CES 2008: Garmin nuvi 880

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Garmin introduces the new nüvi 880, a premium portable navigation device with speech recognition and dynamic MSN Direct content.

“Garmin’s nüvi 880 uses speech recognition to make navigation easier and safer than ever. Now it’s possible to keep both hands on the wheel, tell nüvi what to do and where to go, and you’re on your way to stress-free travel,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin’s worldwide vice president of sales. “And with enhanced MSN Direct services, the nüvi 880 provides cutting-edge content like traffic, fuel prices, news and business headlines, and a wireless ‘send to GPS’ capability.” Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jan 2008 04:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

CES 2008: Garmin nuvi 260W

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Garmin introduces at the CES 2008 the nüvi 260W GPS unit.

The new feature in the wide-screen nuvi 260W is that the nüvi 260W automatically calls out street names (saying “turn right on Main Street” instead of “turn right in 200 feet.”). Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jan 2008 03:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

New Garmin Colorado 400t, 400i, 400c and 300

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Garmin introduces the cool Colorado series of handheld GPS devices for outdoor, marine and fitness enthusiasts at the CES 2008.

The Garmin Colorado handheld GPS devices feature the so called Rock ’n Roller wheel. It allows you to operate its many features with just one hand.

The Colorado 400t gives hikers state-of-the-art 3D elevation perspective and preloaded U.S. topographic maps. The Colorado 400i offers anglers shoreline details, depth contours and boat ramps for U.S. inland lakes and navigable rivers. The Colorado 400c is your coastal companion, providing chart coverage for the coastal U.S. and Bahamas. The Colorado 300 features a worldwide basemap with shaded relief. Read more

Posted on Fri, 4 Jan 2008 00:25:56 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Garmin Nuvi 350 GPS only $299.86 on Walmart.com

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Walmart.com has the hot selling Garmin Nuvi 350 GPS unit on sale this weekend for under $300.

The Garmin nuvi 350 also still leads the GPS bestseller list on Amazon.com.

The features of the Garmin Nuvi 350 include QVGA resolution screen, 700MB internal memory, mp3 player, audible book player, and SD memory expansion slot. The Nuvi 350 provides automatic routing, turn-by-turn voice directions, a world travel clock, a currency converter, and more. Garmin introduced this device in 2005. Read more

Posted on Sat, 8 Dec 2007 07:00:00 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr