Showing posts with label refreshes. Show all posts
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Wednesday, April 17, 2013

TomTom refreshes GO sat nav, offers 3D maps and lifetime traffic information

All New TomTom GO Puts Drivers Back On The Map

Amsterdam, 17 April 2013 – TomTom sets a new standard in navigation with the launch of the all new TomTom GO. TomTom has completely re-designed the Portable Navigation Device (PND) to put drivers back in control of their drive. A brand new Interactive Map, Lifetime TomTom Traffic and 3D Maps give drivers the ability to know precisely what is going on around them, as well as what lies up ahead.

"Where navigation used to be about getting people to unfamiliar destinations, we are now empowering drivers with easy access to the information they need to make the smartest driving decisions, every day." says Corinne Vigreux, Managing Director of TomTom Consumer. "We have completely redesigned the PND to become an essential daily driving tool. By providing easy access to our world class TomTom Traffic and enabling drivers to see more than just the road ahead, drivers will feel on top of their journey like never before."

Interactive Map

Drivers can easily access the travel information they need via a high-resolution, capacitive touchscreen. A brand new Interactive Map responds and scales to touch. Drivers can simply zoom in and out to find and explore places on the map with their fingertips and tap on the map to get an instant route to a destination.

Lifetime TomTom Traffic The new TomTom GO series comes with Lifetime TomTom Traffic. TomTom's world-class traffic information pinpoints exactly where delays start and end, helping drivers to get to their destinations faster. Drivers can choose to connect to TomTom Traffic in one of two ways, either via Smartphone Connected or Always Connected.

Smartphone Connected devices are ready to receive TomTom Traffic by connecting to a smartphone* via Bluetooth®. Smartphone Connected uses an existing smartphone data plan to access TomTom Traffic, as well as other services like TomTom Speed Cameras.

Always Connected devices** offer the simplest way to receive TomTom Traffic straight out of the box. With connectivity built-in and with no additional costs for roaming, drivers can easily access TomTom Traffic and other services, including TomTom Speed Cameras, whenever needed.

3D Maps

Buildings and landmarks are brought to life in stunning 3D, so that drivers always know exactly where they are.

The new TomTom GO range has a simplified product line-up. Customers can select their preferred screen size, choosing from a 4.3", 5" or 6" model; then decide how they prefer to receive their TomTom Traffic information, either via Smartphone Connected or Always Connected.

Additional Features:

Route Bar: Essential traffic and travel information at a glance. The Route Bar shows precise traffic and speed camera information on the road ahead.

Quick Search: Drivers can find their destination faster with intuitive search results. Quick Search starts finding destinations as soon as the driver starts typing.

My Places: Drivers can see their favourite locations on the map and personalise their map with My Places. This makes it easier to find and navigate to favourite locations again and again.

Lifetime Maps: Always drive with the latest map. For the life of the product, drivers can download four or more full updates of the map onto the device, every year. Drivers receive all updates to the road network, addresses and Points of Interest.

Speed Cameras (three month trial): Drivers can drive in a more relaxed way, receiving alerts for speed cameras ahead. These timely warnings increase drivers' awareness of local speed limits and help to save money on speeding fines. As part of TomTom's global driving community, drivers will benefit from an advanced and highly accurate warning service.

*The smartphone needs to be compatible and come with a data plan. Extra costs may apply.

**Subject to availability of telecom network connectivity.


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Wednesday, January 9, 2013

CES 2013: Sony refreshes compact camera lineup with long zoom and Wi-Fi

Sony refreshes compact camera lineup with long zoom and Wi-FiWi-Fi technology in the Sony WX200 helps you upload your cat photos quicker

Sony has refreshed its compact camera lineup at CES 2013, introducing five new models across its range.

The Sony WX200 and Sony WX60 both feature the brand's own Exmor R CMOS sensors (18.2 million and 16.2 million pixels, respectively), which it claims deliver images rich in detail.

Sony also says it has improved Optical Steadyshot to greatly improve the camera's ability to reduce the effect of camera shake.

Both cameras feature Clear Image Zoom to boost the 8x and 10x zooms, to double their capability.

Superior Auto mode has also been upgraded, so it can now recognise a wider range of shooting situations, including difficult low-light scenes.

Inbuilt Wi-Fi is included on the Sony Cyber-Shot WX200, and is designed to make image sharing easier. Full resolution images can be transmitted wirelessly to a smartphone or tablet and uploaded to social networks via the Sony PlayMemories mobile app. You can also use a smartphone as a remote control for the camera.

Beauty Effect is featured across the entire new lineup, and is designed to bring out the best in portrait subjects by retouching photos to remove skin blemishes and wrinkles.

All new models also include Advanced Flash, which extends the camera's effective flash range, which should be useful for party shots.

The Cyber-Shot TF1 is Sony's new rugged offering. It is snow, sand, dust and freezeproof and waterproof down to 10 metres (33ft). The body is shock-resistant, with a "fumble-free" design.

It also includes a 16.1 million pixel Super HAD CCD sensor, 2.7-inch LCD screen and a 4x optical zoom lens.

Meanwhile, the Sony Cyber-Shot H200 is a bridge camera with a 26x optical zoom. It features a 20.1 million pixel Super HAD CCD sensor and 3-inch LCD screen.

Finally, the light and small Sony Cyber-Shot W710 is aimed at novices and has a 16.1 million pixel Super HAD CCD sensor, 5x optical zoom lens, HD video and advanced flash mode.

Pricing has yet to be revealed, but all of the new cameras should be available from February.

 

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