Electronics You Must Have When Traveling

We all know that the world today thrives on technology. So, it is no surprise that technology can be a great thing when it comes to traveling as well. Just because you are traveling it does not mean that you have to be stuck with just your cell phone, because there are so many gadgets that can help make your trip more enjoyable while allowing you to be in tune with technology as well.

GPS
If you plan on doing any type of driving during your travels it is very important that you have a GPS. Every traveler knows that when they are leaving out of their comfort zones that a GPS is their new best friend. Even if you are flying to your destination instead of driving, you are going to want to make sure that you have your GPS packed for when you get your rental car. This way you can save yourself money by not needing to have a GPS included in your rental car.

GPS Photo Tagging System
When traveling, it is not uncommon for people to want to take pictures, yet when it comes to remembering where the picture was taken, that’s a different story; however, if you have a GPS photo tagging system you can be sure that you will know all of the exact locations where your photos have been taken because this device is going to have a marker set to every place where your pictures were taken.

Trackstick II
The Trackstick II is a device that many travelers have not been introduced to yet they should have been. This device makes it so all of your journeys are documented regardless of your mode of transportation. This works especially well for those who like to gloat about the various places that they have been, now you’ll have proof.

Water-Proof IPod Shuffle
In today’s world almost everyone has an iPod; however, when traveling your mind can be going one hundred plus mph which can result in your iPod always finding itself in the water. Since, iPods are expensive this is enough to put a damper on your entire trip because, if you are a true music lover, you know you are going to have to replace it; however, the water-proof iPod has been invented to ensure that, even if your iPod gets wet, no damage will be done.

Hand-Powered Generator
When traveling, it is not always possible to come across and outlet to charge your cell phone when it is needed because every place you visit is not going to have one available; however, with a hand-powered generator you will be able to charge your phone when you need to do so, and it can keep your phone charged for approximately 30 minutes.
The next time you find yourself traveling, you are going to want to make sure that you have all of the previously mentioned items packed in your luggage. Have a fun and safe trip!

Victoria Heckstall is an avid traveler and a writer who loves staying at Suburban Extended Stay Hotel in Panama City Florida .

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Does the eTrex 10 Have What it Takes to be a Garmin

Are you looking for a new handheld GPS for Geocaching? Maybe you have a camping trip coming up and you don’t want to be the guy that got lost in the woods. Not all GPS units are made equal. In fact, if you get the wrong GPS you could find yourself wondering aimlessly looking for a satellite signal. There is a handheld GPS in every price range. There is no reason to be lost in the wilderness.





Garmin is getting ready to release their latest addition to the handheld GPS market. The first addition is the eTrex 10. Garmin did a great job expanding the features while maintaining the reliability the eTrex units are known for.

For starters, the eTrex 10 handheld GPS gets a new user interface making it easier than ever to use While not a mapping GPS unit, the eTrex 10 does get a worldwide base map. The basemap may do little more than add some eye candy to the interface. It is a nice touch though. You can see the new basemap on its 2.2 inch monochrome display.

In addition paperless geocaching functionality is available. The new and improved eTrex 10 now lets you go on geocache hunts without the paper. This unit supports GPX files so you can download all of the details for your next geocache adventure. It will store and display key information such as location, terrain, difficulty, hints and descriptions. No need for paper or manually entering coordinates.

In addition to that this barely over $100 GPS unit is WAAS enabled and uses Garmin’s Hot Fix satellite prediction software. Together these features will locate your position much more quickly. In addition WAAS, as you’ll know from our Handheld GPS Review intro, increases accuracy from 50 ft down to 10 ft.

GPS enthusiasts are probably well aware of the benefits of the soon to be functional GLONASS network. GLONASS works already it just doesn’t have worldwide coverage just yet. If you’re wondering why we’re talking about a Russian satellite network, guess what? Well the eTrex 10 is the first consumer grade receiver that can track both GPS and GLONASS satellites simultaneously. GLONASS reduces time to lock position is 20% faster and by having access to both means you will receive signals from double the number of satellites than with GPS alone. GLONASS is expected to be available in 2012.

One handed operation is still a breeze with the nav buttons on the sides as with previous models. The design allows you to access everything with one hand and if it’s anything like the other units people report it can be easily used even with gloves on. This is a great feature for skiiers, hunters, and those who find themselves in a cold climate. Take a look at the picture and see where the joystick button is now placed. They finally moved this feature to the right to cater to us right handed people. With a majority of the world being right handed you would have thought this was a no brainer. Earlier models had it on the left side though. For most of us when we tried to use it we covered the screen with our big paws. This is a minor change, but a much needed one.

From the initial reports the Garmin eTrex 10 looks like it will be a fantastic unit. The eTrex 10 hasn’t hit the shelves just yet but many retailers are accepting pre-orders. For a more in depth Garmin eTrex 10 Review visit our website. We’ll update it once it hits the market and let you know what other users are saying about this bold new device.

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Hand Held Gps- The Best Buddy of a Traveller

The company was formed in 1989 with a group of engineers with the vision of providing some useful invention for the progress in the technology. Most of these devices are very compact thereby providing easiness in handling. These devices are manufactured by incorporating all the latest technologies like touch screen pad and audio along with video.You will be able to listen to audio sound while checking for some information and this is very helpful while driving.



There are many GPS enabled devices by Garmin including one which is used for locating your dogs.This also provides some extra features like free traffic alert systems are incorporated in some GPS devices especially if you are using it in a city.Also it will help you to control your vehicle speed thereby protecting you from all the speed cameras locating in every nook and corner of the U.K roads.You can buy Garmin accessory either through online or offline. There are many dealers around the world selling Garmin products.You need to register the product in order to use it by login to the registration page and by providing the serial number.

Depending upon the use of the device, you can upload various maps that are useful to you for your mission. You can also update your map by either using a free update option or by purchasing the map.You can update for one time or for life time.There is a customer support team working round the clock and you can contact them by dialling the toll free number provided on the website depending upon your location. They will be able to guide you with every step of your Garmin hand-held GPS.

Technology is booming and now you are in wireless world.The portability feature has helped man in many ways in reaching various heights and along with the wireless developments has created an added advantage.This is very useful while you are travelling to a new destination. Global positioning system (GPS) is a gifted invention by man.This enables in finding direction while you are on the way to a destination.These functions by making use of various satellites installed in many locations in determining all the road conditions.Apart from this,devices are very helpful for ships in finding out the routes and also in aviation sector.GPS systems are enabled in various devices like smart phones, wrist watches, aviation products, in car satellite antennas and so on.Garmin is the famous company specialized in the manufacturing and marketing of various GPS hand held devices. The company is having market all throughout the world.

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Nokia E71 Unlocked Cell Phone with 3.2 MP Camera

The latest email-optimized device from the Nokia E-eries, the sleek and slender Nokia E71 makes it easy to stay on top of your email inbox with a full QWERTY keyboard and support for corporate communication via Microsoft Exchange. Other features include a 3.2-megapixel camera/camcorder, Bluetooth for handsfree devices and stereo music streaming, MicroSD memory expansion (up to 8 GB), built-in A-GPS and Nokia Maps application, and up to 10.5 hours of talk time on standard GSM networks. It also includes integrated Wi-Fi connectivity (802.11b/g) for accessing open networks at work, at home, and on the road from a variety of wireless hotspots.





With stainless steel Nokia E71 keeps you mobilized with a broad range of personal and professional messaging needs. This international version of the unlocked Nokia E71 can be used with a GSM network service provider and it provides quad-band connectivity. It does not come with a SIM card, and it requires that you provide a SIM card for usage with your selected service provider. The Nokia E71 comes fully equipped with a robust suite of enterprise grade features, including a built-in encryption functionality for both the device memory and for the memory card.

The phone also includes integrated mobile VPN support that gives mobile professionals access to their company intranet, device lock and wipe to protect corporate information, provides Bluetooth version 2.0 wireless connectivity with EDR, and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and sharing of contacts and calendar events. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones.

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Keychain GPS Receiver with Bluetooth

Inject some GPS into your phone or PDA


It's been said that if you don't know where it is that you're going then you can't ever be lost. Well, we suppose that could be true, but it's generally a better idea to know where you're going and how to get there. Sure, you could wander around aimlessly for awhile and still end up at your destination, but that's pretty darn inefficient and not very geeky. We think GPS is really the only way to travel.




If your smartphone or PDA lacks GPS then this small Keychain GPS Receiver w/Bluetooth will get you on the right track. Simply attach this little unit to your keyring or backpack and the Bluetooth connection will provide GPS data to your phone or PDA. Requires a Bluetooth-compatible phone/PDA and third-party GPS software, not included.

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