TomTom unveiled ‘TomTom Start‘, an entry-level car navigation solution that blends quality, simplicity and style on October 6th in Europe. It is designed for occassional drivers and for those who have not experienced the benefit of automotive navigation system. Light weight TomTom Start Car Navigation Device has a compact 3.5 inches display and semi-fixed EasyPort [...]

TomTom launches XL 325 and XL 325 S GPS devices. Features such as map share technology, share technology, quick GPS fix and fast route calculation are incorporated in these devices. In addition to LIVE traffic connection, TomTom XL 325 and TomTom XL 325 S provides loud and clear voice instructions. There is also a text-to [...]

Surrey Satellite Technology Limited (SSTL) has successfully repositioned the first Galileo test satellite, GIOVE-A, to 113km above the initial orbit. This is done to make way for the 27 operational satellites of Europe’s satellite constellation. Since its launch in December 2005, GIOVE-A has accomplished all its mission and remains in excellent condition. It facilitated the [...]

European Commission has launched European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service (EGNOS), a five times accurate sat nav model than the current models at free of cost to business and individuals. They claim that new applications and opportunities are made possible with its more precise navigation signals. “The technology can now inlude more intricate use, from agricultural [...]

TomTom announced its latest connected PND; the XL 340S Live in US, yesterday. This device is said to feature pre-installed points of interests, local search facility by Google, TomTom’s live services including traffic, gas prices and weather. This mid-range connected GPS device is relatively affordable, however the monthly subscription doesn’t seem to be budget friendly. [...]