GPS (Global Positioning System) is an excellent tool to determine your exact location. GPS unit in conjunction with software can trace your position on a map via a computer or PDA. Using the correct kind of software you can enter an address and the software will calculate a route complete with turn by turn voice directions. Modern GPS device also includes traffic reports, local speed restrictions such as school speed limits and so on. Most of the current versions also included fixed speed and red light cameras.
A PDA unit combined with GPS unit allows you to have all of the many benefits of a PDA, including daily appointments, e-mail, and document storage, while enjoying the data of a GPS. You can even get voice commands guiding you to your destination.
PDA combined with GPS unit takes the PDA to an entirely new level. For instance, the PocketPC and WinCE products are two on the market today that are used for navigation. When you start researching the right option for you, you might also hear the PocketPC referred to as "PPC".
Just imagine sitting in a meeting where something is going on that you have nothing to do with and you need to schedule a flight to another meeting for the following day. By using your PDA, you can set the time aside and then check out flight plans for your trip.
It is very easy to lose your way in many places and instead of losing time, trying to find the way back to the hotel, simply turn on the GPS and you would be set.
The power of a PDA GPS unit, can be controlled in many ways. Everything we used to carry in our briefcases can now be held in the palm of our hand. Combine that with a compass, maps, nautical charts, an altimeter, and a global clock, and you also have the power of a GPS.
The options for PDA GPS systems are great. People are finding its many benefits. It is no wonder that manufacturers are creating new options for additional features and portability. With this new option, you do not have to stress about carrying some larger piece of equipment with you since you can use something small but very effective and accurate.
What are the major operating systems?
The two major operating systems for PDA are Palm operating system (OS) and Pocket PCs. Palm OS PDAs are made by Palm, Sony and Handspring. Pocket PCs are made by many companies, including HP, Toshiba, and Dell. They have touch screen LCDs which respond both to the stylus and your finger, and most have color displays. Because the PDAs' screens are larger than most handheld GPS screens, the PDAs are great for displaying maps.
The two major operating systems for PDA are Palm operating system (OS) and Pocket PCs. Palm OS PDAs are made by Palm, Sony and Handspring. Pocket PCs are made by many companies, including HP, Toshiba, and Dell. They have touch screen LCDs which respond both to the stylus and your finger, and most have color displays. Because the PDAs' screens are larger than most handheld GPS screens, the PDAs are great for displaying maps.
There are different ways through which you can have a GPS PDA:
- Integrated GPS/PDA - such as the Garmin iQue 3600, iQue M5, and the Mitac Mio 168
- Sleeve
- CF card
- Bluetooth
- Cabled to a handheld GPS receiver
- Mouse-type (car powered) receiver
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