Saturday, May 5, 2012

Dual Electronics XGPS150A Universal Bluetooth GPS Receiver for iPad 3, iPad 2, iPad, iPod touch, iPhone and Other Smartphones, Tablets and Laptops Now with 12-28V adapter for cars, boats and airplanes!

Dual Electronics XGPS150A Universal Bluetooth GPS Receiver for iPad 3, iPad 2, iPad, iPod touch, iPhone and Other Smartphones, Tablets and Laptops Now with 12-28V adapter for cars, boats and airplanes! Review



Dual Electronics XGPS150A Universal Bluetooth GPS Receiver for iPad 3, iPad 2, iPad, iPod touch, iPhone and Other Smartphones, Tablets and Laptops Now with 12-28V adapter for cars, boats and airplanes! Feature

  • Wirelessly adds GPS to iPad 3, iPad 2, iPad, iPod touch, iPhone and other Bluetooth-enabled smartphones, tablets and laptops
  • Allows your device to be used with most apps that require GPS, including apps for car and marine navigation, golfing, geocaching, hiking, GPS tracking, cycling, running, social networking and more.
  • Rechargeable battery lasts up to 8.5 hours of continuous use and charges via the included USB cable
  • Small portable design. 2.25" x 2.25" x .75". Works anywhere in the world
  • Includes new 12V-30V DC charger, a non-slip pad for use in a plane, car or boat, and an adjustable strap to attach to a backpack or to use as an armband
The XGPS150A is a global and universal Bluetooth GPS Receiver, which not only works with a wide variety of today's most popular electronics, but also comes with the necessary accessories to be used for a variety of lifestyle activities. The included non-slip pad is very useful for GPS navigation in a car or a boat. The two-piece strap which works as an armband and to secure the receiver to a backpack strap, for example, is great for outdoor activities such as golfing, geocaching, cycling, hiking and more. The XGPS150A measures about 2.25" square, which makes it very easy to take it with you wherever you go. Set up is a breeze. Like with any other Bluetooth electronics, you will first have to pair the GPS Receiver with the device you intend to use it with. This will take less than a minute and then you can begin using your device (iPad2, iPad, iPod, etc.) with apps that require GPS. The XGPS150A is certified to work with all Bluetooth-enabled iPad2, iPad, iPod touch and iPhone models. The XGPS150A also works with other Bluetooth-enabled smart phones, tablets and laptops, including Blackberry, Android and Windows devices that support Bluetooth SPP (Serial Port Profile). There is a Free App available which shows satellite signal strength, current location, the battery level of the XGPS150A, connectivity status and a few other device-specific tidbits. This app can be downloaded through iTunes.


Thursday, May 3, 2012

GlobalSat BT-368i Bluetooth GPS Receiver

GlobalSat BT-368i Bluetooth GPS Receiver Review



GlobalSat BT-368i Bluetooth GPS Receiver Feature

  • Compatible with Windows WM5/6 / Mac / Blackberry / Palm
  • The built-in, rechargeable Li-Ion battery provides up to 10-hours of continuous use from a full charge and with the auto-shut off feature
  • Features include; 12VDC car and 110VAC home chargers, 3-Status LED's to indicate: Power, Bluetooth and GPS signal.
  • Lightweight and easy to carry, the BT-368 is the ideal GPS receiver for vehicle, aviation, marine or for topographical navigation
  • The BT-368 communicates with a host device using Bluetooth 2.0 Serial Port Profile (SPP) technology and with a powerful built-in antenna
The GlobalSat BT-368 is a Bluetooth (USB with USB Data Cable) GPS receiver that is as powerful as it is stylish. Embedding reliability and performance into a thin profile housing by utilizing GlobalSat’s mature micro-technology based around SiRF's Star III GPS chipset. It’s no accident that the impressive new design of the BT-368 was inspired to accent the recent wave of sleek mobile phones now entering the today's marketplace. With it's clean lines and striking trim combinations, the BT-368 is fast becoming a fashion statement among people on the move who demand a practicle yet elegant peripheral to meet their mobile lifestyle.The BT-368 communicates with a host device (such as a PDA, Laptop, or Smartphone) using Bluetooth 2.0 Serial Port Profile (SPP) technology and with a powerful built-in antenna, it still remains compact enough to provide impressive accuracy even while driving among downtown high-rises, or hiking under dense foliage without the need for an external antenna. The built-in, rechargeable Li-Ion battery provides up to 10-hours of continuous use from a full charge and with the auto-shut off feature, battery life is extended turning off the GPS when no Bluetooth connectivity with the host is available. With the USB Data Cable, the BT368 can fully support laptops/ desktop computers via USB!Features include; 12VDC car and 110VAC home chargers, 3-Status LED’s to indicate: Power, Bluetooth and GPS signal. Lightweight and easy to carry, the BT-368 is the ideal GPS receiver for most any application whether it be vehicle, aviation, marine or for topographical navigation and is compatible with most all NMEA compliant software sold on the market today.BT-368 Package Contents: BT-368 Bluetooth GPS Receiver. 110VAC Wall Charger. 12VDC Car Charger. USB charger cable. CD-ROM (User Manual & GPS Info Test Utility)