Posts Tagged ‘Bluetooth’

Now GPS Golf

February 16th, 2010



At the time when GPS was developed, no one would have given a thought to the various areas where the system would be implemented. Even when President Reagan opened the system for public use, he would not have dreamed of a GPS golf system. The system is here and it is being accepted and increasingly used .

The complete GPS golf system provides maps and other information related to the golf course to the players. The system can also track balls which have small GPS trackers embedded in them. This means that lost balls may become history. GPS golf systems are available in various models. Digital caddies are gaining popularity. In fact in a number of courses where you can rent golf carts, you can also rent the GPS golf system.

For the people who want to purchase golf GPS system for themselves, there are a number of options. Most people would be happy with Sky Golf- Sky Caddy SG2 GPS system. The marked price of this device is just around $350. However is you know where to look and how to bargain, you can procure a new system for as low as $274 to $280. This device comes with a number of features. You get the rangefinder, charger, USB cable and a number of other odds and ends.

In case you already have a Windows Mobile based phone or Pocket PC, you are in luck. You can purchase GPS Golf Pro. This device comes with a Bluetooth equipped GPS receiver. It can interact with the phone and act as a complete GPS golf system. The marked price is $350 but the actual price is way lower. The main features include an electronic scorecard to keep track of your game, recommendations about clubs and courses and even the ability to email the scorecard.

In case you are not satisfied with either of the two products mentioned here, you should consider the Sonocaddie Golf GPS system. This is a very affordable device. Price is around $300 and you can look for discount and bargain options. The main feature of this device is its distance tracking capability. You can track the distance of water and other hazards, targets and even the distance to the green.

You can add these devices to your golf collection. A number of professional golfers are using them for their practice and training sessions. The Golf system can also be a great gift for your boss or the top brass of your company. It is highly recommended that you should check the screen so that it is easily visible outdoors. Purchase the GPS Golf System in bulk quantities and you can get discounts up to a hundred dollars per kit. Now GPS Golf.

By: Dan Compton

Best Car GPS – How to Find It

October 6th, 2009



To find the best car GPS, you must first define what you need and expect from the GPS.
 
There are many options available in car GPS units and manufacturers are adding additional options with each new model that is released.
 
Currently, here are some of the available options to consider:
 
·        Text to speech (speaks street names)
·        Wide screen
·        Lane assist
·        Land assist with junction view
·        Bluetooth® wireless
·        MP3 player
·        Photo viewer
·        FM lifetime traffic
·        Preloaded map options
·        MSN® Direct
 
and the list goes on and on.
 
First, define what options you need. The most important one is “text to speech”. I highly recommend that you pay the additional amount to purchase a GPS that speaks street names. If the GPS tells you “turn right in 400 feet” but does not tell you the street name on which to turn, and there are two possible turns close together, you will have to look on the display for your street name. Taking your eyes off the road for only a few seconds is very dangerous. Don’t take the chance of rear ending the car in front of you or hitting someone.
 
Consider the other options. If you live in a metro area where you have to contend with daily traffic problems, then consider the FM lifetime traffic option. If you want to use the GPS with other Bluetooth® capable devices, then consider that option.
 
Once you have defined your selection criteria, you are ready to start your search for the best car GPS that will satisfy your requirements.
 
The best place to search for your best car GPS is on Amazon. Most people think of Amazon as a store. It is that, but it also has very powerful search and sort functions that let you find the best car GPS with only a few clicks.
 
On Amazon, GPS units are listed in the Electronics Department so begin by selecting “Electronics” in the left drop down search box. Then enter “gps” in the right search input box and click the orange “Go” button to the right of the search boxes.

When the page loads, you will see a rectangle across the top of the search results. Look in the rectangle for “See Most Popular in:” with a list of GPS types listed across the page. Click the “Vehicle” link in this list.
 
This will display all vehicle GPS sorted in bestselling order. The search results will fill several pages so you can browse through these search results pages to find the best car GPS that meets your requirements in your price range.

By: John V. W. Howe