The Nextar Q4-01 navigation system provides 1.6-million points of interest, including hotels, shopping centers, gas stations, and restaurants. Instant route recalculation is provided in case a driver misses a turn. Digital map data is supplied by NAVTEQ, the preeminent provider of comprehensive digital map information for automotive navigation systems. Other features include storage capability for up to 300 addresses of favorite destinations, 2D and 3D map-viewing modes with built-in compass, a SD card slot for additional memory, and a built-in high-sensitive antenna. It also has the capability to play MP3 files and display JPEG images. A lightweight, built-in rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery supplies power. Model Q4-02 is a step up from the Q4-01. Similar in many ways to the Q4-01, it includes several key upgrades. In addition to having maps for the 50 US states, it includes maps for Canada and Puerto Rico, all pre-loaded on one 4GB SD card. The Q4-02 also includes an extended six-million points of interest…

 

In addition, Nokia announced the Nokia Internet Stick CS-10, a new broadband modem that provides fast and convenient access to the internet on a PC or Mac, independent of hotspots and WLAN. With the Nokia Internet Stick CS-10, individuals can browse the Web, check email, send and receive text messages through a PC, simply by plugging it into the USB port of a laptop and connecting to the high-speed mobile network. The Nokia Internet Stick CS-10 requires an active SIM card with data option enabled. Nokia also announced a new accessory that extends the power of mobile devices anytime, anywhere. The Nokia Extra Power DC-11 provides back-up power with two separate charging connectors, allowing people to simultaneously charge up to two devices any place, anytime. The Nokia Extra Power DC-11 is compatible with devices with a micro USB or Nokia 2mm charging interface, and Nokia 2mm chargers…

 

PURE AVANTI Flow

December 8th, 2008, by Tracie, in Audio/Video Gadgets

AVANTI Flow, a high-performance table-top DAB, FM and Internet radio with iPod dock and media-streaming. AVANTI Flow combines a 5.25″ downward firing subwoofer, 2 x 3″ mid range drive units and PURE’s Clearsound technology, a completely new and enhanced hi-fi quality audio subsystem. In addition to iPod docking, AVANTI Flow has the same ‘connected’ functionality as EVOKE Flow – recipient of the 2008 What Hi-Fi? Sound and Vision Radio Product of the Year – and is just as easy to use. AVANTI Flow combines DAB digital radio with Wi-Fi technology, FM with RDS and iPod docking to embrace many different ways of listening to audio including Internet radio stations, DAB digital radio, FM, podcasts, listen again content* and media streaming from local PCs or network storage. AVANTI Flow sports Apple’s “Made for iPod” logo on its packaging so that consumers know that it is compatible with the iPod. Other features on AVANTI Flow include: Intellitext® for on-demand access to DAB extended text broadcasts…

 

A-DATA XPG DDR3-1800+ of its Plus Series right after DDR3-1600+. DDR3-1800+ is available in dual channel kits, 1GBx2 and 2GBx2, as well as in triple channel retail packs as 2GBx3 and 1GBx3. Providing the performance, compatibility, and stability PC enthusiasts and gamers are seeking A-DATA’s + Series modules are guaranteed to satisfy their needs of high-performance modules. All memory chips are verified using overclocking criteria for better quality. High quality 6 layers PCB (Printed Circuit Board). Optimized for 64-bit OS. Backward compatible with DDR3-1600, 1333 and 1066…