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With summer approaching and people getting their bikes out more often, TomTom unveiled the new RIDER 2nd Edition navigation device for motorcycles. The RIDER 2nd Edition is an enhanced version of the original Rider and features TomTom Map Share, Help Me!, Fuel Prices Service and even TomTom Traffic with a 30-day free trial. The device features a 3.5 inch 320x240 full TFT color LCD, and comes with 2GB external SD card with maps of USA and Canada preloaded.

Bikers also get access to trip stats for such info as maximum speeds per journey, total miles traveled and distance from home. New maps are available via TomTom HOME or online from their website. Add-on services such as the Fuel Prices service, help riders in finding the nearest and lowest gas prices. The Help Me safety feature gives direct access to emergency service and roadside assistance.

The RIDER 2nd Ed features a rugged ram mount that fits conveniently on all motorcycles and TomTom claims that it will withstand rigorous vigration conditions. The device is IPX-7 compliant, making it waterproof from rain and fuel splashes.

Measuring 4.46" x 3.79" x 2.08", the TomTom RIDER 2nd Edition weighs 11 oz, and is now available for US $649.95.

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Pioneer has just released a new series of advanced navigation systems. The AVIC-F Series includes the Pioneer AVIC-F700BT, AVIC-F900BT and Premier branded AVIC-F90BT. The following models combine a multitude of functional entertainment capabilities with advanced navigation features that fit the lifestyle of today's on-the-go consumers.

Each model allows users to link and control their personal devices with connectivity options to Apple's iPod, Bluetooth, MSN Direct, HD radio, XM and SIRIUS Satellite Radio, single CD, DVD video playback and compressed audio and video playback through USB and SD memory devices. Additionally, each unit offers an advanced conversational voice recognition system for hands-free dialing of compatible Bluetooth enabled cell phones and control of an entire music collection on iPod players.

In short, the Pioneer AVIC-F Series not just provides users with a cool navigational device, it also gives you a high-end audio and video entertainment service. The Pioneer AVIC-F navigation systems can be fully integrated into nearly any car with a double DIN dash opening.

The Pioneer AVIC-F700BT, AVIC-F900BT and Premier AVIC-F90BT will be available in June 2008 for a suggested price of $850, $1,100 and $1,200 respectively.

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via: virtualpressoffice

Pioneer's new AVIC-F500BT Advanced Multimedia Navigation System got the FCC's seal of approval recently. The navigation device features a map button and scroll wheel on the front, as well as a microphone that lets you use the built-in Bluetooth for hands-free calling. A special control button lets you zoom in/out of the map by pressing up and down, while pressing left and right controls the audio track being played.

On the back is the speaker, as well as an external GPS antenna connector. On the side, you find an SD slot for added memory, headphone connector, and of course, the all-important power connector.

No word on the pricing or availability yet, but check back with us when the Pioneer AVIC-F500BT device hits the market.

Source: FCC