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Toyota and TomTom take Australia

Oct 12, 2009 gps navigation, tomtom 6 Comments

(UPDATE: Photo above updated) Toyota and TomTom have been working together in Europe as it can be seen with the Toyota Yaris SR, and just today they announced a partnership in Australia announcing a portable GPS navigation system that fits into your vehicle’s dashboard. It is called FollowMe navigation unit and it also takes care of the audio in your vehicle. When in portable mode the TomTom device can be used in other vehicles or even in pedestrian mode. FollowMe gets traffic updates from Suna Traffic Monitoring Services to help you battle with traffic, has bluetooth connectivity to pair up with your phone, and it can even read your text messages out loud. Now that’s a life saver. TomTom FollowMe has a 3.5″ screen, and it can even hook up to rear view camera if you opt-in.

FollowMe’s motorized tilting front panel can be adjusted up to 30 degrees to reduce sun glare, and hides the CD slot. You’ve got an optional iPod connection kit (costs extra) that brings your GUI to the dash, and if you remove your navigator you can still use all the other functions of FollowMe.

FollowMe – which really resembles an Eclipse AVN2210p by the way – uses a built-in gyroscope and accelerometer that calculates vehicle speed and direction, even in tunnels where satellite signals generally drop out… Read More …

Eclipse AVN4430

Nov 25, 2008 CES 2009, gps navigation, tomtom 5 Comments

We’ve mentioned the AVN2210P numerous times here on Navigadget but we got the news that TomTom and Fujitsu Ten are getting together once again to release Eclipse AVN4430.

Along with AVN726E, Eclipse AVN4430 will be named the “2009 Design and Engineering Award Honorees” at the CES 2009 in Vegas. Keep in mind two years ago AVN2210p was rewarded the same title.

The “AVN” abbreviation stands for “audio visual navigation” and as far as specs all we know is that:

The AVN4430 is a secure dash-mount audio/visual/navigation system with portability, has a TomTom PND integrated with ECLIPSE superior sound & visual quality and offers exclusive benefits with co-branded technologies.

However just looking at the press photo we see that AVN4430 has a detachable 4.3″ TomTom GPS navigation system, and bluetooth connectivity.

Stay tuned for more specs… Read More …

Yaris SR with Eclipse AVN2210p

Feb 22, 2008 gps navigation, tomtom 1 Comment

Yaris SR in Europe is getting the new Eclipse AVN2210p which includes a detachable TomTom portable navigation system.

Nice thing about this setup is that you can use the 3.5″ touch screen as an interface for the car stereo and when docked into its place the TomTom charges its battery so you never have to worry about unsightly cables and such.

Eclipse AVN2210p is a double-DIN sized audio unit that has a USB port, bluetooth, offers satellite radio capability, and with an extra attachment it lets you control your iPod too.

If you are not thinking of moving out to Europe and getting an Yaris SR – do not worry. You can still pick one up here in the US. Eclipse AVN2210p currently costs $500 on Amazon (or $600 if you want the blue backlight).

AVN2210p maybe the solution for those Prius owners who are going mad because they can’t control the GPS navigation system while driving. Yup, sell the Prius, move to Europe and get a Yaris SR… Read More …

Toyota Yaris embeds TomTom

Sep 12, 2007 gps navigation, tomtom 5 Comments

TomTom today announced in Germany that Toyota’s Yaris will come with the option of an embedded portable navigation as a part of Yaris’ built-in radio system. The device being mentioned looks like the Eclipse AVN2210p which we have talked about before.

The best part of this system is that it is clutter free, fitting right onto Yaris’ dashboard; but at the same time it is portable, in case you need to use it on foot or in another vehicle.

Other benefits of TomTom and Toyota cooperating is that the navigation system will integrate seamlessly with car’s already existing audio system which will be utilized during vocal driving directions or taking hands free phone calls thanks to the bluetooth feature.

We’re not sure if/when TomTom embedded Yaris will be available in the States… via

Eclipse AVN2210p now shipping for $800

Jun 9, 2007 gps navigation, tomtom 5 Comments

Fujitsu Ten Eclipse AVN2210p, the navigation + entertainment system that fits into the sweet spot between in-dash look and freedom of a portable device is now shipping from Amazon for $800. Eclipse AVN2210p features a CD player with a detachable TomTom portable navigation system, bluetooth, USB port, an optional iPod adapter that lets you control your iPod from your dash, and satellite radio capability.

The TomTom navigation system is independent from the system meaning you’ll be able to take it with you on foot and even maybe use it in another vehicle if you have to. The navigation part will charge when it is docked with AVN2210p so no extra cables in your car!

Eclipse AVN2210P from Fujitsu Ten and TomTom

Apr 20, 2007 gps navigation, tomtom 3 Comments

Fujitsu Ten has finally announced it, and the Eclipse AVN2210P will be available in North America Spring 2007. It is expected to cost around $900.

This product is a double- DIN sized audio unit with a factory-fit console appearance that also integrates a navigation section that can be detached and used independently.

The AVN2210p combines all the advantages of a full-featured usefulness of a PND into a product that a greater number of consumers can enjoy at an attractive price point.

The AVN2210p is equipped with a 3.5″ TFT display and the SD memory card that comes with the device already contains maps for Canada and USA. One of the selling point of the AVN2210p is the fact that detachable navigation section provided by TomTom has integrated GPS antenna, built-in speaker and rechargeable battery, making it fully operable independently when removed from the main unit.

Other features such as FM/AM, CD, CD-R/RW, MP3 and WMA support can be enjoyed even when the navigation section is removed. You can transfer these files to your device also via USB flash drive, or just connect your iPod and you’ll have your music library with you. AVN2210 also supports Bluetooth so you can have hands-free calls… via