(Click here for larger image)Averatec says the Voya 350 is suitable for use by a wide range of mobile users, including personal, business and vacation travelers, cyclists, hikers, and taxi and limousine drivers.
The unit features an advanced, "simple-to-use" touch screen user interface and turn-by-turn voice prompted directions, according to the company. It automatically computes the best route to a specific destination based on user preferences, and offers automatic route recalculation in the event the user takes a wrong turn or misses an exit.
Averatec lists the following key features and specifications for the Voya 350:
- Processor -- Samsung S3C440A at 300 MHz
- Memory -- 64 MB SDRAM, 64 MB flash
- Operating system -- Windows CE 4.2
- Display -- 3.5-inch QVGA TFT LCD, 24-bit color
- I/O ports:
- mini USB
- Audio -- built-in speaker, 3.5 mm stereo headphone jack
- Expansion -- SD/MMC slot
- GPS -- 12-channel SiRFstar III receiver with built-in helical antenna
The Voya 350 comes pre-loaded with NAVTEQ street-level map data that covers the continental U.S. and Canada. The software includes a database of more than 1.6 million points of interest such as businesses, amusement parks, state and national landmarks, banks, hotels, airports, gas stations, ATMs, and restaurants. The unit can even alert the user when exceeding the speed limit, according to the company.
The Averatec Voya 350 has an anticipated street price of $399 to $429, according to the company, and is available at multiple retail locations as well as the company's
online store.
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