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TomTom re-designs its GPS Sport Watch
Posted on 18-Apr-2013 09:39Tags News, GPS
New ultra-slim watches deliver at-a-glance performance information to make it easier for runners, cyclists and swimmers to achieve their goals Comments (Comments)

TomTom releases first New Zealand Traffic Congestion Index
Posted on 4-Apr-2013 17:25Tags News, GPS
Research says New Zealanders spend up to 92 hours a year in traffic. Wellington was found to be the least congested city of those surveyed in New Zealand, Auckland the busiest. Comments (Comments)

CoPilot brings full-featured GPS Navigation to Windows Phone 8
Posted on 24-Feb-2013 23:20Tags News, GPS
ALK Technologies has announced its award-winning CoPilot GPS navigation apps for smartphones and tablets will be available for Windows Phone 8 and Windows 8. Comments (Comments)

TomTom Rider is a portable navigation device for bike aficionados
Posted on 15-Feb-2013 09:50Tags News, GPS
Customised device gives bikers the freedom to choose the way they want to ride Comments (Comments)

TomTom launches Location Based Services platform for rapid application development
Posted on 16-Nov-2012 14:42Tags News, GPS
TomTom LBS provides developers with the content and tools to rapidly create location-enabled applications for a variety of commercial and consumer markets. Comments (Comments)

TomTom previews navigation application for Android
Posted on 29-Aug-2012 22:01Tags News, GPS
TomTom's on-board maps, IQ Routes and HD Traffic will give Android users the freshest map, the fastest routes and the most accurate arrival times. The application is set for release in October 2012. Comments (Comments)

Nike+ Sportwatch GPS review
Posted on 4-Apr-2012 15:07Tags Reviews, GPS, by M Freitas
The Nike+ Sportwatch merge elements of social with exercise to get the user fit. Comments (Comments)

Kiwi company GeoSmart helps make navigating Australian traffic congestion easier
Posted on 27-Aug-2011 13:50Tags News, GPS
Now motorists with compatible car navigation systems are able to receive live information on road accidents, incidents and traffic congestion anywhere in Australia where compatible mobile phone networks are available. Comments (Comments)

Wellington City Council makes geospatial data available
Posted on 21-Feb-2011 19:45Tags News, GPS
Wellington City Council has released a significant amount of useful geospatial information to the public, either free of charge or at very low cost. Comments (Comments)

ALK Technologies Announces CoPilot Live 9 Mobile Navigation Platform
Posted on 15-Feb-2011 08:40Tags News, GPS
Next generation GPS navigation apps for smartphones and tablets will feature an interactive user interface, cutting-edge routing technology and seamless access to hyperlocal online content. Comments (Comments)

TomTom bring its live traffic information service to New Zealand
Posted on 19-Oct-2010 11:25Tags News, GPS
Available on the new TomTom GO LIVE GPS range and delivers dynamic navigation and route guidance that continuously adapts to changing road conditions. Comments (Comments)

Vodafone open sources Wayfinder
Posted on 16-Jul-2010 19:18Tags News, GPS
Vodafone Group will make its location based services software open source on http://oss.wayfinder.com. The code will be made available on github. Comments (Comments)

New TomTom XL 250: Big screen, smart features
Posted on 13-Jul-2010 18:12Tags News, GPS
TomTom XL 250 comes with an extra-large 4.3” wide screen and an easier to use menu. TomTom’s array of navigation features is also included: Advanced Lane Guidance; Spoken Street Names; Safety Cameras; Map Share; and IQ Routes. Comments (Comments)

Microsoft Selects Navizon for Geolocation
Posted on 3-Mar-2010 14:56Tags News, GPS
Microsoft will use Navizon’s global location database to provide an enhanced experience to its mobile users. Comments (Comments)

TomTom car kit for iPhone now available in New Zealand
Posted on 16-Dec-2009 10:21Tags News, GPS
TomTom officially announces the availability of the TomTom car kit for iPhone at selected retailers. Comments (Comments)

Google Maps introduces turn-by-turn car navigation
Posted on 29-Oct-2009 07:21Tags News, GPS
Availabe with the new Android 2.0 port of the Google Maps for mobile application, the new service is automatically updated over the mobile data network with Google Maps and user input. On select locations Google Maps Navigation gets live traffic data over the Internet. A traffic indicator light in the corner of the screen glows green, yellow or red, depending on the current traffic conditions along your route. Comments (Comments)

TomTom Start introduces new users to GPS navigation with easy to use device
Posted on 28-Oct-2009 12:02Tags News, GPS
The TomTom Start is a compact device with a 3.5” touch screen, spoken street names so drivers never miss a turn and an integrated fold-and-go mount, which makes the whole navigation package fit into any pocket, small bag or glove compartment. Comments (Comments)

TomTom unveils new connected GPS, the TomTom XL 340S LIVE
Posted on 29-Sep-2009 12:00Tags News, GPS
New TomTom XL 340S LIVE first mid-range GPS to feature Local Search powered by Google and real-time traffic, now backed by AT&T network. Comments (Comments)

TomTom Introduces OpenLR, an open-source Dynamic Location Referencing technology
Posted on 8-Sep-2009 20:01Tags News, GPS
New open industry standard with low bandwidth consumption could boost the potential for connected navigation and location-based services on any digital map. Comments (Comments)

AA Traffic introduces live traffic alert service
Posted on 2-Sep-2009 09:13Tags News, GPS
AA Traffic alerts relating to accidents, roadworks and weather related events are available via email or as text messages to assist motorists with the preparation of their journey. Service is free through the end of 2009. Comments (Comments)

TomTom app for iPhone now available
Posted on 17-Aug-2009 08:40Tags News, GPS
Turn-by-turn navigation software, including routing with IQ Routes, now available in Apple’s App Store. Comments (Comments)

Live traffic updates a feature of Navman MYSeries
Posted on 10-Aug-2009 13:47Tags News, GPS
The addition of live traffic and intelligent key word search are just two of the new features from the latest Navman GPS range. Comments (Comments)

Google adds real estate search to Google Maps in New Zealand
Posted on 6-Jul-2009 17:38Tags News, GPS
The new feature allows real estate agents, franchise groups and portals alike to upload their listings directly to Google Maps at no cost, making them more easily discoverable by the hundreds of thousands of Google Maps users in New Zealand. Comments (Comments)

Let Homer be your copilot, says TomTom
Posted on 17-Jun-2009 10:46Tags News, GPS
Unquenchable hunger, infamous words of wisdom and frequent outbursts make navigation with Homer a real treat for Simpsons fans. Comments (Comments)

TomTom shows in-car GPS navigation solution for Apple iPhone (with video)
Posted on 13-Jun-2009 08:39Tags News, GPS
Company demonstrates the world’s first dedicated in-car navigation solution for iPhone at WWDC. Comments (Comments)


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