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Mio DigiWalker C320

Mio's C320 GPS provides a good balance between affordability and features.

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Navman S50

This GPS is blessed with a good price and attractive design but is marred by its buggy Bluetooth and horrible windshield mount.

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HP iPAQ 312 Travel Companion

It may not be entirely rational buying a GPS for its beautiful screen and multimedia features, but the 312 almost makes the case despite its numerous bugs and flaws.

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Samsung i560

Seeing or using the i560 is hardly a pulse-racing experience. People looking for a solid phone with navigation will find what they are looking for in the i560. Fashionistas should look elsewhere.

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Sony GPS-CS1

This simple little gizmo can be indispensable in geotagging your photos, if the terrain's right and you're willing to be creative.

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Whaddyareckon?: Using a GPS

Are you a convert to that lovely robotic voice telling you to turn right in 500 metres, or do you coast along fine with an old-fashioned street directory?

New Mios Moov away from Whereis maps

With its 2008 Moov range, Mio becomes the first major GPS manufacturer in Australia to use maps from Navteq instead of Telstra's Whereis arm.

Pioneer entering Australian GPS market

The car entertainment specialist is adding navigation into the mix.

Sydney and Brisbane to get traffic messaging Suna rather than later

GPS navigators routing around traffic is common in Europe and North America and, finally, it's going to hit the big time in Australia too.

GPS-enabled cameras in focus in 2008?

Photographers would know where and when their pictures were taken, but the technology also poses privacy concerns.

CNET.com.au's GPS Buying Guide

Prices for GPS devices have come down in the last year and many of us are looking at jumping on the bandwagon. We take a look at how it works, why you should (or shouldn't) buy a GPS, as well as key features to look out for.

Geotagging links photos to locales

Attaching location data to images enables new ways to search photos, give slide shows or be a virtual tourist. For now, early adopters only need apply.

GPS navigation on mobile phones

I have wanted to buy a GPS satellite device for my car and I also want a PDA and a new mobile phone. Is there a device available or coming out soon that combines all of these?

Should I get a smartphone?

Smartphones offer the functions of a mobile phone and a PDA in one device, but they are not for everyone. Here's what you need to know before buying one.

Handhelds buying guide

Choosing the right handheld is all about finding the perfect balance of size, weight, performance, features, and cost. This guide steps you through the decision-making process.

Best portable in-car GPS navigators

All brand name GPS units will get you safely from A to B, but some do it better than others. We nominate a clutch of navigators we'd junk our Gregory's or Melway for.

GPS navigators for Father's Day

A portable GPS might just be the gift to give on Father's Day for dads who like to drive but aren't much cop at reading a map or taking instructions. We've selected a quartet of capable GPS's to make your Dad's Day shopping a little easier.

HP expands iPAQ range with business users in mind

HP has reinvigorated its iPaq handheld range with the launch of five new devices and a host of software programs, accessories, and services designed to attract business users.

Tech on tour: Family road trip survival tips

Can technology make the hassles of a family car trip simpler? Alex Kidman decided to put technology to the test on the road.

GPS: not just for the car anymore

Declining prices and improved miniaturisation mean GPS is making its way out of the car and into other gadgets. You may never get lost again.

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GPS2CAD 3.1

Connect a GPS Receiver to your PC and plot waypoints in AutoCAD.

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G7ToWin A.00.200f

Transfer data between GPS units and your PC.

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Traveling Salesman 0.7.1

Manage your GPS an modify maps.

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AirPlan 8.6.1

Get a moving map and plan your aviation flight.

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GPS ToolKit.NET 3

Add GPS features to your applications.

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