Garmin Nuvi 1690 – Connected GPS
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Garmin is late to the party a lot with product technology leaps, but they sure know how to make an entrance. I suspect that this will again be the case with a strong Garmin Nuvi 1690 that was recently posted to the FCC site. Rich over at GPSTracklog posted this from the FCC website, and this always foretells an imminent launch. The wide-screened Nuvi 1690 will of course come with Bluetooth, that much we know, and a GSM module for connectivity. In the ever expanding Keeping-up-with-the-Jones battle, one would expect a strong traffic capability, internet search, gas price service, and potentially some other features that are rolled into the MSN products – weather, movie times, flight tracking, etc.
Bing? – Maybe Garmin’s tie up with Microsoft brings Bing to the connected Search module on the new Garmin 1690, which would present both companies with the opportunity to talk a lot about the product. Only time will tell.
When? – I expect that this could be announced in the coming days to weeks; solidly in time for the recession to end, consumers wade back into the market for a high end device and of course the holiday season.
VW Launches Touran Match
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Volkswagen has introduced its latest Touran Match model to its existing seven-seater compact MPV range. Based on the SE model, this new one is said to feature £1600 worth of extra kit for a £500 premium.
The interiors supposedly includes a new satellite navigation system, full iPod connectivity and a multifunction steering wheel. Additionally front and rear parking sensors, that include a sensor-controlled steering aid package are also said to feature on the specification list. The exterior kit of this newbie is said to have a matt-finished front grille, 16-inch alloy wheels, smoked lens covering front and rear lights, tinted glasses for the rear windows and rear windscreen. It is reported to include the 1.9-litre TDI that is being claimed to be the most efficient motor in the range being capable of achieving 52.3mpg in BlueMotion guise.
It is currently available to order with the prices starting from £19,515.