Those in attendance at the London Boat Show will get a sneak preview of the new Magellan CrossoverGPS, the first car navigation device with complete outdoor GPS functionalities. It features a rugged, waterproof design to bring GPS capabilities for use in both your car and outdoors.

The CrossoverGPS combines car navigation features that have been featured in the popular Magellan RoadMate series of GPS systems, as well as the handheld outdoor fucntionality. It comes pre-loaded with both street and topographic contour maps.

On the road features of the CrossoverGPS include a 3-D bird's eye view map, SmartDetour feature to help get yourself out of traffic messes, and SayWhere audible directions. The device is also pre-loaded with over 2 million destination points, and has a built in mp3 player and photo view for added entertainment value. Users also have the option of adding real-time traffic data.

Off-road features of the device include the ability to change the SD card to switch from car navigation to outdoor activities, or you can use the pre-loaded topographic contour maps to create and go to waypoints or routes. The outdoor navigation mode also provides guidance for GPS coordinates of geographic locations, including latitude and longitude, and a compass screen.

The CrossoverGPS can also be used in Marine mode, which automatically changes to nautical miles for distance and knots for speed. The compass screen shows the XTE (CrossTrack Error) and a Road Screen. This screen will show a black line that will direct the user to the choosen destination.

The Magellan CrossoverGPS system is compatible with all MapSend certifiable maps on SD cards, including topographic maps and BlueNav Marine charts. It has a nice 3.5" color display, 8 hours of battery life, and a Sports Guard sleeve for extra protection. Dimensions of the product are 12.5 x 8.5 x 2.6 cm, and weighs 235 grams (8.3 oz). The device will be available this month for less than $600.