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GPS maker Garmin has announced it is acquiring rival firm Navigon. Although the consumer market for GPS systems continues to face serious challenges from smartphones and other connected devices, Garmin's interest in Navigon seems to be mainly for in-vehicle systems, particularly in the European market where Navigon has invested heavily and built relationships with a number of vehicle manufacturers. Under the deal, Navigon will become a… Read More

Garmin nuvi 1250 $249.99 This ultra-thin GPS is affordable, portable, and has all the specifications of higher priced GPS systems. Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 3.7″W x 2.9″H x .6″D (9.3 x 7.5 x 1.6 cm) Display size, WxH: 2.8″W x 2.1″H (7.2 x 5.4 cm); 3.5″ diag (8.9 cm) Display resolution, WxH: 320 x 240 pixels Bluetooth wireless technology (connect to your phone for hands-free calling) FM traffic compatible MSN… Read More

The iPhone comes as close as you can get to a universal, do-everything device. It's as much a personal media player, translator, Internet tablet, notepad, alarm clock and a dozen other things as it is a cell phone. But with the introduction of the very first turn-by-turn GPS apps from companies like TomTom and Navigon, I think we're finally seeing the miracle device stretched a little thin. I'm as much a believer in… Read More