Garmin made some big announcements at CTIA today, but the most important announcement for mobile phones is the compatibility of their navigation software. The first device which will be compatible with the Garmin navigation software will be the Samsung i780, but expect more devices to come. The Garmin Mobile XT software will provide the backbone and will come on a microSD card with an auto-installer. Simply insert the microSD card and the Garmin Mobile XT software will install, bringing traffic info, weather, safety camera alerts and of course directions to your mobile phone. Here are the details from the Garmin Press Release:
Marketed in major European countries, the Samsung i780 has a sleek design packed with the latest in business and consumer features including global positioning system (GPS) navigation, fast HSDPA and EDGE connectivity, Bluetooth, 802.11b and g wireless capabilities, full touch screen with stylus, QWERTY key pad, Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional operating system, 2.0-megapixel camera and front camera for video calls. The i780 also delivers full Internet browsing, MP3 music and FM radio.
Garmin Mobile (Mobile XT) will run you $100 and will be available this year. More details on additional device compatibility will come soon.
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