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MattD

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#36426 25-Jun-2009 10:14

Looks like the TomTom iPhone Windshield Mount and cradle will include its own GPS chip and Antenna

http://gps.about.com/b/2009/06/10/more-details-on-tomtom-for-iphone-mount-has-its-own-gps-chip.htm

Waiting to see what pricing will be like for Maps...
also note that each map will be bundled with a separate app

RedJungle

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#228238 25-Jun-2009 12:55

Yes, they hinted at that during the keynote presentation

This is the main reason I'm waiting on the TomTom vs any other real-time nav application - the GPS chipset inside the iPhone just isn't comparable to most commercial GPS's for fix time and refresh rate. In my experience this becomes rather important for real-time directions (especially in built up areas with lots of tall building or other obstructions).

MattD

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#228244 25-Jun-2009 13:16

I had assumed it was enhanced from keynote, but was not sure that it was an antenna or an additional chip, or both.

Absolutely agree on the quality of internal GPS chipset.
Now to see what the price will be for both.