TomTom GPS adds Marge and Mr. Burns’ voices
TomTom recently added two more Simpsons characters as new voice options for your GPS system: Marge Simpson and Mr. Burn's voiced by Julie Kavner and Harry Shearer. Each "voice" is available for $12.95. I'm not sure if the voices are actually useful. I think they're just... more »
[02.02.2012]
TomTom’s StreetView in the works?
Could TomTom be rivaling Google's StreetView? Why, a camera-equipped roving van pictured here has been seen around France and Belgium. And then there's the recent acquisition of TeleAtlas by TomTom. The former is in the business off vans with GPS, cameras, and a 360-degree camera.... more »
[30.05.2011]
TomTom updates GO 2505 and 2405
Both the GO 2405 and 2505 by TomTom have been updated with a new user interface. The UI is believed to feature a more reliable touch screen, voice recognition,brighter screen, satnav, and Bluetooth. TomTom GO 2505 is priced at $319 while the TomTom GO 2405 is cheaper at $319... more »
[02.11.2010]
Cafepress to bring life to TomTom GPS devices
Colorware may soon have a worthy rival in Cafepress. Just recently, the latter teamed up with TomTom to dress their future GPS navigators. No information yet on which models of TomTom GPS units but definitely not everything from their collection. Your GPS would look cool... more »
[14.10.2010]
TomTom launches Go Live 1000 series
The Go Live 1000 navigation unit from TomTom is finally available in Europe. Features of this £250 ($385) GPS device include a 4.3-inch capacitive display, Fluid Touch technology, and a magnetic windshield mount that comes with the kit. After the Go Live 1000, the Go Live... more »
[07.09.2010]
TomTom GPS gets C-3PO and Darth Vader voices too
Last Friday we mentioned the Yoda voice for TomTom GPS units. Today, geeks will be happy to know that there are also C-3PO and Darth Vader voices available for the GPS devices. I think I'd just settle for Darth Vader's or wait for Han Solo's this August. Voices are available... more »
[12.07.2010]
Who dares to use the Yoda GPS Unit?
I'm not sure about a Yoda GPS Unit. It's geeky and exciting for the Star Wars fans but I don't think I could follow Master Yoda's reverse language. Yoda-speak may not exactly be a good thing especially if you're in a place you're now familiar with. Seriously, I can't imagine... more »
[09.07.2010]
TomTom Sat Nav gets a Star Wars makeover
TomTom Sat Nav users will be glad to know that their GPS devices will be updated with Star Wars voices. Han Solor, Master Yoda, Darth Vader, and C-3PO will soon be giving you driving directions. The Darth Vader version is currently available while the other versions will be... more »
[05.05.2010]
TomTom unveils the Urban Rider
TomTom just launched the new Urban Rider. The new GPS device is meant for motorcycle riders as it allows easier operation even with gloved hands. Features include Q Routes, Map Share, and an advanced lane guidance. It will run for about six hours and is priced at $330.... more »
[28.04.2010]
TomTom unveils two new navigation gadgets
Earlier this week, TomTom launched their new navigation units. The Start 2 is just one and there is also the XL IQ Routes edition 2. They both offer support for the IQ Routes technology and the RDS-TMC traffic data. Other features of the nav devices include advanced lane guidance... more »
[31.03.2010]
