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In-car navigation systems set to go 3D?

Navigation systems have quickly gone from being an interactive way to direct one from Point A to Point B to massive infotainment centerpieces capable of MP3 player integration, web browsing and wifi. Auto Express is reporting that GPS units could go 3D as soon as next year, because advancements in hardware could make the technology feasible with already available dual image LCD screens (like the one in the 2010 Jaguar XJ). If you're thinking that you're going to have to wear those goofy paper 3D glasses to find the nearest McDonalds, that's ... Read more →

J.D. Power study shows people interested in new car tech, but not if they have to pay for it Chris Shunk

Smaller, cheaper electronics have been a boon for the auto industry, as car technology has boomed over the past few years. J.D. Power has been studying the tech trend, surveying over 19,000 potential ...

EXCLUSIVE: Sneak peek at Hyundai Genesis Coupe's next-gen nav system Chris Paukert

When Hyundai's sparkling Genesis Coupe debuted earlier this year, we heard from many of you who were excited about the rear-drive model's performance prospects. More than a few we spoke with, ...

New navi in UK guarantees no speeding tickets John Neff

Though the isle of Britain isn't that large in terms of square miles, it still contains 24,000 potential speed traps (about the same number in Ohio, we think). The Rossini Navigator and Camera ...

Nav system in Zephyr rated best in the biz John Neff

Having reviewed many vehicles in my day, I can tell you unequivocally that not all satellite navigation systems are created equal. Just checking the sat nav box on the options sheet doesn't guarantee ...

Lost? GM making Turn-by-Turn navigation standard on most 2007 models 3 years ago on Autoblog

GM announced today that it will be making its OnStar Turn-by-Turn navigation system standard on a number of 2007 models and that the first year of service will be free. Owners of vehicles already equipped with OnStar can also have the service activated through an optional $100 OnStar package upgrade ...

Porsche Design launching personal navigation system 3 years ago on Autoblog

No official word from Porsche, but rumors have Porsche Design teaming up with navigation software specialists Navigon AG to launch a Porsche Design personal navigation product, the P9611. The sleek device sports a 480 x 272 pixel touchscreen, a built-in traffic news radio receiver and Bluetooth ...

Alpine Electronics launches XM Radio Navtraffic receiver 3 years ago on Autoblog

We've all been there - you've just zipped past the last exit for a couple of miles on your morning commute, you sail over a rise and find... brake lights, as far as the eye can see. If only you'd known the jam was there, you could have taken that exit. If only... Well, here's a gadget that can help! ...

Customized GPS maps in our future 3 years ago on Autoblog

How would you like a GPS system that told you a blind curve was coming? Or one where you could add a comment that a particular street is gone, flooded, or has the best aftermarket parts shop on the corner? Such abilities and maps may soon be on the horizon. According to Government Technology, the ...

Land Rover LR3 sat-nav used to guide cargo plane 3 years ago on Autoblog

As part of its "Designed for the Extraordinary" marketing campaign, the adventurous folks at Land Rover rolled a 2006 LR3 onboard a C-130 "Hercules" cargo plane, and then the flight crew used the car's nav system to navigate the plane from Nice, France to the island of Corsica. ...

First GPS and digital camera hybrid 3 years ago on Autoblog

New Zealand-based Navman has released the iCN750, a GPS navigation system combined with a digital camera. According to PC Magazine, who had a chance to check out  a pre-production model, the unit works as either a regular navigation system or digital camera. However, users can also record where ...






Autoblog Podcast #154: Gobbling up the News

Chris, Sam, and Dan kick out a podcast just in time for the long holiday drive.

 
 

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