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Do you remember the Freedom Keychain GPS SiRF III Receiver that Proporta released back in September? Well, they’re back with one that weighs 8 grams less and has a connectivity level that’ll knock your socks off. Introducing the Freedom Keychain GPS 2000 Receiver.
It comes with the latest of GPS technology. Works from your pocket, handbag or briefcase, and is compatible with all the mapping software currently available.
Using state-of-the-art Bluetooth Technology, making it ideal for connecting to your notebook, PDA or mobile phone, the Freedom Keychain GPS 2000 Receiver also comes with a USB charger cable and car charger cable, giving you the advantage of being able to charge from home or in the car.
Now, you’re probably thinking that this little piece of GPS equipment is very similar to its predecessor, the Freedom Keychain GPS SiRF III Receiver, well here’s where they differ. The GPS 2000 Receiver is capable of connecting simultaneously to up to 51 satellite channels as opposed to 20, and has a solid working time of ten hours. Phew.
If you are interested in how small it really is (yes, size does matter), the dimensions are right here: 46mm (1.81in) x 32mm (1.26in) x 14.7mm (0.58in), literally weighing 22 grams. Amazing right?
Don’t get lost, get wise – visit www.proporta.com and grab yourself one of these little stars.
Having both the XV6600, and the XV6700, I probably would have upgraded to this phone if I were still on Verizon. But since I have the far superior iPhone, I won’t. 
But in all seriousness, if you had to buy a Windows Mobile phone, I’d say this is a good bet for you. Still mind you, the system will need soft-reseting at least twice a day, you’ll have to buy a big ‘ol fat battery since the standard one won’t get you past lunch. But again, when you can’t (or won’t) get an iPhone, I’d say this is a good way to slap a smartphone onto your hip. Get yours from Verizon Wireless for $400 without contract or $300 with a two year commitment.
Features:
* EV–DO, 1X RTT Capable
* Windows Mobile® 6 Professional
* Microsoft® Office Word Mobile, Excel® Mobile, and PowerPoint® Mobile; Adobe® Reader® LE PDF viewer
* View, edit, create Word; Excel files; view only PowerPoint, PDF files
* Internet Explorer® Mobile
* Windows Media® Player 10
* Memory: 64MB RAM/256MB ROM
* Wi–Fi Connectivity (802.11 b/g)
* Slide Out QWERTY Keyboard with Trackwheel Navigation
* 2.0 megapixel camera with flash, auto–focus and video capture
* 2.8″ Display: 240×320 pixel; 64K color TFT
o Touch–sensitive LCD display
o Portrait and landscape orientation
A lot of people are pretty giddy about the iPhone and it’s all understandable. However, if you can’t wait three more months to shell out $500 for a phone that will only be on one network, then maybe stick with what you got…plus one accessory.
Gear4’s BlueEye is a similar Bluetooth device we reviewed last year called the Tekkeon myTalker ET7000 (review). While we really like myTalker, BlueEye takes it a step further and displays Caller ID information (when available) on your iPods screen. It also uses the dock connector to tap into your iPod so newer generation users are not left in the cold due to the removal of the remote port on top of the iPod.
Like we already stated, you plug in the BluEye into your iPods dock connector and then your headphones plug into the port at the other end of the remote. The remotes layout is identical to that of the Apple Remote and iPod shuffle, so the learning curve is lessened with this smart replication move. You pair your phone to the remote and then you simply enjoy the tunes. Well, until someone calls. Gaze at your iPods screen and see if the caller is worthy of being spoken to. If so, press a button on the remote and up comes your caller and off goes the music. Don’t worry about missing the rest of Xanadu either, BluEye goes ahead and pauses the current track playing and resumes play where you left off after the completion of your call. All automatically. Very nice.
You’ll have to hunt for the BluEye in the States as this a UK product, though it’s not tough to find. It’ll cost ya around $100 but hey, it’s still less than the iPhone and the phone you’re probably pairing the BluEye up to was most likely a freebie for that two year contract you signed anyway.
From the CTIA WIRELESS 2007 show today, Verizon Wireless, operator of the nation’s most reliable wireless network, and Motorola, Inc. announced the exclusive availability of the new Motorola Automotive Music & Hands-free System T605. Available at Verizon Wireless Communications Stores across the country on April 6, including those within Circuit City stores, this new car kit gives music-lovers access to digital music and phone calls directly through one car sound system.
“Customers will enjoy the fact that their music will stream wirelessly from any Bluetooth stereo mobile phone, but when a call comes in the T605 pauses the music and resumes it when the call ends,” said Patrick Bucci, director of accessories for Verizon Wireless. “This is an easy way for Verizon Wireless customers to take their music with them wherever they go.”
“We are thrilled to team-up with Verizon Wireless for our first in-car streaming audio solution,” said Robert Levine, general manager, North America, MobileME, Motorola. “The T605 expands Motorola’s Bluetooth enabled automotive solutions to give people choice and flexibility for their connectivity needs in the car.”
The T605 also lets Verizon Wireless customers enjoy uninterrupted conversations. Just turn on the ignition and the T605 automatically syncs with a compatible Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone.
Equipped with digital signal processing for noise and echo reduction and enhanced technology that lets the volume increase as background noise increases, full duplex capabilities and version 2.0 Bluetooth wireless technology* the Motorola T605 is engineered for advanced call quality and clear connections.
Complete with a sleek, dynamic finish, an improved user interface for intuitive navigation, and Motorola’s exclusive EasyPair technology, this hands-free system promises ease-of-use.
Tekkeon today unveils ezSpeak™, a portable Bluetooth speakerphone with DSP technology for clear, handsfree mobile conversations in the car, home, or office. With echo cancellation and noise reduction for premium digital sound enhancement, ezSpeak lets users hear callers clearly, even in noisy environments. A full-duplex speaker provides excellent sound performance to ensure call clarity.
ezSpeak can be mounted on the car visor, or placed on a desk¾no professional installation is required. An easy-to-read digital display provides the incoming caller ID, call status, volume level, and low battery indication at a glance. Advanced features that are supported by the mobile phone, like voice dialing, stored number redial, conference, and last number redial, enable users to quickly and safely make calls while driving without juggling the mobile phone.
“Because it can be easily mounted on the car visor, ezSpeak is an ideal solution for handsfree communication in an automobile,” says Jerry Yang, president of Tekkeon. “With all the new laws that affect the use of mobile phones in the car, the handsfree communication provided by ezSpeak becomes more important than ever.”
Equipped with a rechargeable lithium polymer battery, ezSpeak provides up to ten hours of talk time and 220 hours of standby time. ezSpeak is designed with Bluetooth v1.2 technology, is backward compatible with Bluetooth v1.1 devices, and works with any device that supports Bluetooth Headset and/or Handsfree profiles.
The MSRP for ezSpeak (ET6000) is $79.95, which includes a one-year limited warranty. The package includes ezSpeak, a 12V car charger, visor clip with optional swivel, and user guide. ezSpeak is available through retail and major on-line stores including Buy.com, DataVision, eCOST.com, J&R, Mobile Planet, Newegg, PC Mall, Shop4Tech, and Tiger Direct, and from the Tekkeon store at www.Tekkeon.com.
Moon Valley Software has introduced FixDat, a new wireless communication device at the International Consumer Electronics Tradeshow (CES) on January 8th. FixDat is a wireless diagnostic tool that can be used to send and even reset the diagnostic codes of your vehicle. Connect using a wide range of devices, including your cell phone, PDA, laptop, or even Personal Computer. The product is set to hit the shelves by storm this spring with a price tag of around $150. Compare that to other cabled diagnostic devices that are much more expensive, and work with a narrower range of vehicles. This unit is compatible with 1996 and beyond passenger vehicles and light trucks, semi’s not included (sorry guys.) Whether you have a Ford, Chevy, Dodge, or Toyota, you’ll be able to use FixDat with any of them.
The CEO of Moon Valley Software, Mr. Peter Ryan, is enthusiastic about the new product. He said: “We’re very excited…Linking wirelessly to an onboard computer system with my cell phone is hot. The possibilities are endless.”
Hot huh? Well, it’ll get even hotter this summer because there are more products that will be added to the Dat family later this year. TripDat will wirelessly provide bookkeeping software, data logging and porting. Not only this, it serves as a hub for linking stereos, Global Positioning Systems, cellular phones, and other Bluetooth devices. Rental car companies, CheckDis out. FleetDat is a commercial product that will allow for communication over long distances, such as fleet management and other car rental applications. All wirelessly. Dat’s cool!
Watch out America, there’s a new style of Bluetooth accessories coming to our side of the hemisphere and boy does it look good! The former managing director of Nokia Mobile Phone has left to start Iqua, a company based in Finland. Iqua has quickly become a high end luxury brand in Scandinavia and Europe and now it has its eyes set on the US market.
“The Iqua Vogue” is one such product it hopes to do that with. Designed by the award-winning Finnish design studio, Salovaara & Salonen, the classy and sleek looking headset not only looks good, but SvenOnTech is told it’s a performer. With its in-ear speaker, it makes it a bit easier to believe. Iqua claims 9 hours of talk time and 200 of standby. You get 3 colors to choose from: pearl white, charcoal or pink.
We’ll keep you posted on these and other products from Iqua as we’ll be stopping by its booth at CES in January.