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Snooper S280 Saphire Plus

Sep 22, 2009 fitness, gps navigation, radar detector 3 Comments

We’ve mentioned the British Snooper name a few times here before. But we didn’t know they had this new 3 in 1 GPS navigation system. It is called Snooper S280 Saphire Plus and here is what it can do: 1) a good old sat nav device with maps from Navteq 2) GPS radar detector that uses the comprehensive AURA database, and 3) a golf shot saver that knows about over 2000 golf courses in Europe and provides distances to bunkers, lakes, streams, paths plus many other hazards, and a lot more.

It includes a free lifetime subscription to the Aura database and other updates for the golf courses.

Snooper S280 Saphire Plus has a 1.75″ color touch screen, voice alerts, headphone socket for motorcycle use. The device is very portable measuring 105mmx53mmx20mm.

It costs £140.

Cobra SL3 GPS radar detector

Jun 15, 2009 cobra, gps navigation, radar detector 5 Comments

The new Cobra SL3 is a standalone GPS enabled radar detector that warns drivers about thousands of driving threats that include red lights, speed cameras and caution areas.

For the location of these threats Cobra SL3 relies on the AURA database, and uses various colored LEDs and beeps and tones to nag the driver about that speed camera on your way to work. It is smart enough to time the warning based on your speed so you always have enough time to react whether it is to slow down, cover your face, or eject from your seat.

The purchase will you rights to access the AURA database 24/7 so you can always get the latest locations stored on your Cobra SL3.

Another cool feature with this GPS enabled radar detector is that you can also add up to 1000 locations as a threat (such as common hideout place for cops) to ‘customize’ the SL3 to your needs.

Current introductory price for Cobra SL3 is $100. That’s less than the price of one single traffic citation.

new poll – traffic updates

Jan 18, 2009 gps navigation Leave a comment

We have a new poll up about your trust in traffic updates. If you’re looking at this inside an RSS reader you’ll need to go to navigadget.com and cast your vote at the top right corner. If you want to see our older polls go to our gps polls page.

Please let us know what you think. It only takes two clicks.

Also don’t forget, we’re giving away a GPS Angel radar detector.

GPS Angel giveaway

Jan 15, 2009 GPS giveaways, gps navigation, radar detector 34 Comments

We’re giving away a GPS Angel. GPS Angel is a red light, speed camera warning system, or as we like to call it: a GPS radar detector. As you know we already reviewed GPS Angel and realized it can be very useful once you figure out you can customize the warnings.

To participate you need to subscribe to our feed and leave a comment below with an email address we can reach you at.

We will ship this out to a U.S. address only. Sorry rest of the world. Also duplicate entries, emails, IP addresses will be disqualified.

We’ll close this article for comments a week from today and after that we’ll announce the winner.

UPDATE: Winner is #9, Cory.

new Cobra GPS Radar Detectors with Aura database

Jan 7, 2009 CES 2009, cobra, gps navigation, radar detector 3 Comments

Cobra today introduced their new Advanced Universal Road Alert (AURA) database that stores GPS coordinates of speed and red-light cameras and driving hazards. The most annoying thing about these devices are of course false positives and here is how Cobra makes sure their alerts are accurate:

…by communicating directly with municipal police departments, traffic bureaus, state transportation agencies and proprietary data partners to guarantee that every single alert is accurate

There are already six AURA-ready devices offered by Cobra. Two of those are the high-end radar detectors XRS 9960G and XRS R10G. XRS 9960G and XRS R10G will cost $389 and $439 respectively and a lifetime AURA database subscription is included in that price. And if you want to add it on to your already existing, AURA-ready radar detector you can expect to pay somewhere between $209 to $339. To check their full selection go here.

gps angel

Dec 17, 2008 gps navigation, radar detector 5 Comments

It’s been a while since we talked about GPS radar detectors so we thought we’d check out what’s new. Called GPS Angel this device is a red light camera and speed camera locator.

It is U.S. ready when shipped which means it’ll come with a database which includes 50 states. It is not only red light and speed cameras but even accident hot spots. We’re not sure who compiles these things but it maybe worth a try. It costs $129 and includes lifetime of free database updates. Also you can follow this link to check the speed and red light cameras near your zip code.

new Cobra radar detectors with GPS

Nov 5, 2008 cobra, gps navigation, radar detector 3 Comments

Cobra has a few brand new radar detectors out there that can work with the additional help from GPS receivers. One of them is Cobra XRS 9960G which offers detection of 12 radar/laser bands and comes with Cobra’s full-color ExtremeBright DataGrafix Display II, an 8-point electronic compass, Voice Alert, and car battery voltage display/low car battery warning.

Like we mentioned the GPS locator is optional but if you decide to go for it you’ll also get fixed speed & red light camera locations for the entire U.S. & Canada.

The other new models that can work with the additional GPS module include XRS 9955, R10G, and R8. We’ll stop by their booth at CES 2009.

Mio Moov 150

Oct 10, 2008 gps navigation, mio 4 Comments

Mio Moov 150 is the newest addition to Mio’s GPS navigation system lineup. It offers only the basics and looks like it will come with regional maps.

Mio Moov 150 has a 3.5″ touch screen, support for real-time traffic information, and maps from TeleAtlas updated recently in April 2008. It uses the SiRFInstantFix II technology for faster satellite signal acquisition and has the ability to warn the driver about radar detectors.

Mio Moov 150 will go for 99 Euros when it comes out in Spain this month… Read More …

inforad K1 GPS powered radar detector

Jun 18, 2008 gps navigation, radar detector, tracking 7 Comments

After their older model v4e, Inforad now came out with even a smaller version of their GPS powered radar detector. Called Inforad K1, this radar detector is completely redesigned. First off they finally added an rechargeable battery. Can’t fit much into this USB stick sized device so it is only 220mAh; good enough for about five hours. However it is charges via USB, which means you can charge it pretty much anywhere these days.

As far as features, K1 offers audible and visual alarms using the two LED which can light up different colors. There is also the integrated trip recorder and of course and the updates of radar databases are free for the life of the product.

Measuring only 2×7.4×1.5cm and weighing only 25 grams the Inforad K1 is very small and light. It can be fixed behind the rear view mirror on your windshield if you want it out of your sight.

Inforad K1 will be available starting mid July, with 2 years guarantee for only 50 €…

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rovio fakes GPS to navigate

Jan 18, 2008 gps navigation Leave a comment

Evolution Robotics just introduced a new super smart robot called Rovio. Rovio is always aware of its environment thanks to NorthStar 2.0 system. Rovio can be pretty much do a fake ’satellite’ triangulation to calculate its position.

Rovio is equipped a with a navigation system that is similar to GPS, RADAR and auto pilot all rolled into one system. Owners of the robot can designate a route for the robot, say from the bedroom to the kitchen and perform tasks there with complete autonomy.

We at Navigadget are interested in the navigation capabilities or Rovio which was developed by NorthStar. The NorthStar detector uses triangulation to measure position and heading in relation to IR light spots that can be projected onto the ceiling. Because each IR light spot has a unique signature, the detector can instantly and unambiguously be aware of its position. Rovio does not require prior training or mapping to measure its position.

Rovio also features Wi-Fi and a webcam which can make this robot quite useful. You can operate Rovio in what’s called a “patrol mode” and have it send you pictures of specific locations you want to check, such as making sure your dogs have food in their bowl each morning, or some other task that you’re too lazy to do.

Rovio will be available for $300.