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Windows CE based PND boasts 3D "reality view"
Apr. 25, 2008

Navigon has introduced a pair of PNDs (personal navigation devices) that feature a "reality view" with 3D images and actual roadsign text. The Windows CE 5.0-based Navigon 2100max and 2120max also offer regularly updated maps and POIs (points of interest), and spoken street names, says Navigon.

(Click here for a larger view of the Navigon 2120max)

The Navigon 2100max and 2120max display 3D images that can include buildings, hills, and other geographical features. While they are not the only PNDs to do this, Navigon says its "reality view" is exclusive because it adds not only visualizations of complex freeway interchanges, but also actual roadsign text.


Navigon's "reality view"

A lane guidance feature provides on-screen arrows that guide drivers to the lane they should be in. Meanwhile, text-to-speech capabilities let the devices speak the names of approaching streets. Also touted by Navigon is a "DirectHelp" feature that instantly pinpoints a user's location and highlights nearby hospitals, pharmacies, and roadside assistance.

The Navigon 2100max and 2120max have touchscreen displays measuring 3.5 and 4.3 inches, respectively, but are otherwise identical. They have a 400MHz ARM-based Samsung processor (probably a S3C 2400, though this is not confirmed) and the Nemerix NX3, a 6mm x 6mm assisted-GPS chipset that is said to require as few as five MIPS on the host processor.

The devices have 512MB of RAM, and 64MB of flash storage. A slot on the PNDs accepts the supplied SD card, said to include coast-to-coast maps of the United States, plus preloaded POIs "that are actually interesting."

Available service upgrade options include:
  • For a one-time $40 extra expense, purchasers can also obtain a collection of Zagat survey reviews, claimed to provide information about more than 21,000 restaurants, golf courses, hotels & spas, and other attractions in the U.S. and Canada.

  • An $80, 3-year "FreshMaps" service lets subscribers update maps up to 12 times during the subscription period. Updates are downloaded to a PC, then transfered to the PND via USB or the SD card.

  • A $99 "lifetime traffic service" option adds color-coded notifications of traffic accidents, congestion, and construction. The service, which includes information on alternate routes when required, transmits its data to an antenna and traffic receiver embedded in the PNDs.
The devices come with car kits including a dashboard mount and power adapter, plus USB cables. Their 1200mAh batteries are said to provide three hours of operation.

Available now, the Navigon 2100max has a list price of approximately $300. Pricing and availability for the 2120max were not cited.



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