We just learned that Google Maps Navigation would be featured on the Motorola DROID and now Google has taken the time to detail the service.

First and foremost, Google Maps Navigation is that it is a free turn-by-turn GPS mobile application. This free application allows you to input addresses with both text and voice, it will show you traffic data, For now, it’s available only for Android 2.0 and is in beta but hopefully it will make its way onto other platforms such as the iPhone.

You can check out a 7 minute video demonstration of Google Maps Navigation above, check it out.

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Nokia has come forward to announce the 5800 Navigation Edition, pictured above. This device is obviously marketed towards those who like to know where they are, and how to get where they are going at all times.

The 5800 Navigation Edition will come with Ovi Maps software pre-installed along with lifetime licenses for turn-by-turn voice guided directions. Included in the bundle is a car mount and car charge. which is nice, because if you’d probably end up buying those anyways.

Nokia has released a video showcasing the 5800 Navigation Edition’s capabilities which we’ve included for you after the break. Also, the handset maker has said that the device will ship to retail in Q3 of this year for around $400.

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Way back in June of last year TomTom let us know that they would at some point be selling a turn-by-turn GPS app via the App Store.

Well, today let it be known that the TomTom GPS for iPhone app has officially gone live and you can pick it up now for $99.99 for the U.S. & Canada version. As you can see above, there are also native versions for Australia, New Zealand and Western Europe at varying prices.

TomTom has also today announced that their iPhone windsheild mount will include a GPS chip effectively making the iPod touch also able to use their software.

via engadget

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Garmin, now the #1 personal navigation device seller in the US, announced two new devices in its Onto Fitness series for cyclists. The Garmin Edge 705 (left) and Edge 605 (right) both feature a 2.2″ color screen and offer turn-by-turn directions. The usual add-ons include detailed street maps and topography of the region. Both devices can display climb/descent, altitude, speed, distance and time. With the recent Garmin ANT+Sport technology incorporated into the Edge navigation devices, they can seamlessly interface with other fitness devices such as a heart rate monitor or even other Edge units. This lets cyclists share courses, workout data and saved rides.

The Edge 705 improves upon the 605 by incorporating a barometric altimeter to accurately record altitude data, letting cyclists match their altitude profile with their speed/heart rate for a etter post-ride analysis. It also features a heart rate monitor that uses new wireless technology to eliminate cross talk and interference and delivers real-time heart rate data onto the user’s device.

By pairing your Garmin Edge 605 or 705 with Garmin Connect, an online training site, you can network with other cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts, log their workouts and share yours.

The Edge 605 carries a price tag of US $399.99 while the Edge 705 starts from US $499.99. Add on a heart rate monitor and speed/cadence sensor to bring it to US $549.99. Throw in an ANT+Sport bundle for $649.99. Everything will be available in December 2007.

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