There has been good number of turn-by-turn GPS applications released for the iPhone over the last few months including some from big names like Tom Tom and Navigon. Back when Apple announced that they were going to allow apps to offer turn-by-turn directions they said that there would be no limitations other than the fact that developers can't use Google Maps for that functionality.
With the WWDC conference quickly approaching, rumors are running rampant about not only the next iPhone, but also when the App Store will launch. News.com is reporting that Apple is ready to launch the first app on Monday and so people are drawing the conclusion that the App Store will launch on Monday as well.
All you Europeans out there will be quick to tell us North Americaners about how you've already 3D navigation maps thanks to the Nav N Go iGO8. Sure, you got the iPhone after we did, but there a lot of things that Europeans get before we do - and 3D maps on GPS devices are one of them.
Google has launched a service called My Location, and it could be a huge breakthrough in mobile mapping technology. My Location is available at no cost to those who use Google Maps on a mobile device, but don't have GPS capabilities built-in. Technicalities aside, it uses cell towers to approximate the location of the user so that it is easier to find out where you are headed.
Millions of GM vehicles ship with a subscription-based service called OnStar. For a few hundred dollars every year you can pick from a variety of plans that suit your needs. OnStar can do things like give you directions, diagnose problems with your vehicle, and more importantly track your car if it gets stolen.
MySpace is looking to cater to mobile phone users with their new ad-supported mobile version of the social network which launched today at mobile.myspace.com. It'll be free for users and will work on all U.S. carriers. MySpace has become such a phenomenon and ranks as one of the most visited sites globally, it makes sense for News Corp. to develop a mobile version.
GPS, which is known to help navigate you around the world, or create maps, has been expanding in use and usability. You can now find integrated GPS devices in cars, phones, or even watches. Hikers and climbers use GPS to help determine their position, boats and ships use it to guide them through the oceans, and planes use it to get from point A to point B.
The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) just wrapped up about at week ago in Las Vegas. This is a chance for companies to show off all of their latest and greatest products among other things. Several handy gadgets perfect for the traveler were on display, and here's a look at some of them:
