GPS and mapping might be ubiquitous now, but all those cute little devices still need to get their data from somewhere, and
Magellan's got the answer for the pro-level GIS user with their MobileMapper CX GPS. The WiFi and Bluetooth-enabled CX can interface with remote databases, connect to other units, and even browse the web, while the phone-inspired interface lets mapmakers and surveyors log data one-handed. The CX runs an open version of WinCE 5.0, which Magellan touts as being easy to develop for, and features SD expansion for those data-intensive field excursions. No word on pricing or availability, but we're certain the five of you who need this thing are already on the phone -- or driving to the nearest reseller in your crazy
map-cars.
posted Sep 8th 2007 10:05PM
Quick, to the Google Maps Mobile!
Being able to share waypoints over BT or wifi would be cool.
And ROFL, Fernando :)
p.s. anyone know where that location is, that's illustrated?
*Sigh* more people gonna drive into trees and one way streets.
so its a trimble with less features...?
yes, basically... Post processed instead of real RTK. *sigh* maybe one day... But seriously, you can get a base/rover kit of these for less than $10k CAD, so it's a pretty good deal if you are only doing logging.
you lost me at windows CE.
How much will this great little GPS cost?
God this device is so cool. Now I do not have to ask for directions again. When can I get one?
hot fuzz
But how do I get to the store to buy this???
I think many of you missed the point of the product. This is a data collection tool and not an end-user product. It's used by a variety of commercial users such as municipalities, utility co's, etc. It's not used for street or personal navigation.