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NASA uses NavSim's Software 301st Rescue Squadron is applying NavSim's electronic navigation technologies to promote sa

Chris Johnson

NASA uses NavSim’s Software 301st Rescue Squadron is applying NavSim’s electronic navigation technologies to promote safety at sea during shuttle launches St. John's, Newfoundland - July 9, 2008 - The 301st Rescue Chief of Training located in Florida is currently using NavSim's NavCruiser PRO TM as an intuitive electronic navigation system for tracking and monitoring ships in the sea to avoid collision with solid rocket boosters during shuttle launches. Major Robert Haston comments: "NavCruiser PRO is a very flexible program. We fly up to 6,000 feet and 120 knots and manage ships up to 75 miles away. NavCruiser PRO allows us to get exact predictions of where boats will be up to three hours before their arrival. This allows us to quickly get the ship or tug and barge to make minor corrections and avoid having to make them stop or orbit; making all our jobs much easier." NavCruiser PRO displays Automatic Identification System (AIS) information allowing users to see ample information about ships in any given area. Users can retrieve information such as position, course and speed, allowing them to predict where these ships will be in the near future. The potential of this technology provides an additional safety...

Monster Is Now Shipping World's Most Advanced Wireless FM Transmitter for iPhone and iPod

Chris Johnson — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 02:16:02 GMT

Brisbane, June 11, 2008 - Monster is proud to announce that the iCarPlay® Wireless 250 FM transmitter is now shipping. The iCarPlay Wireless 250 allows music lovers to transmit music wirelessly via their iPhone TM or iPod® through any FM radio station. It offers users an affordable wireless solution for enhancing and expanding their MP3 listening enjoyment. "Monster has always been the leader in FM transmitters," said Noel Lee, The Head Monster. "Monster was the first to design a model that far outperformed the competition in terms of sturdiness and reliability. We were also the first to design an FM transmitter with a built-in iPod charger, and the first with AutoScan capability. And we've raised the bar yet again with iCarPlay Wireless 250 - the world's most innovative, high-performance FM transmitter for iPhone and iPod." The Monster iCarPlay Wireless 250 lets anyone enjoy their music on their car's FM stereo system while simultaneously charging their iPhone or iPod. This ensures that power depletion during long road trips will be a thing of the past for iCarPlay Wireless 250 users, whose iPhones and iPods will always have plenty of power upon arrival! For Use In Car, Home or Travel Another great...

Magellan Tritron And Intermap's Accuterra Deliver Most Comprehensive Recreational Content For Handheld GPS On The Market

Chris Johnson — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 02:15:43 GMT

New Content to Transform GPS for Off-Road and Recreational Enthusiasts by Offering Enhanced Maps, More Layers than Any Other Data Set On the Market Santa Clara, Calif. (July 14, 2008) Magellan, one of the fastest growing GPS brands, and Intermap Technologies TM , a leading provider of digital maps, today announced the first commercial availability of AccuTerra TM maps for Magellan Triton and eXplorist® handheld GPS, providing outdoor enthusiasts with advanced topographic maps and off-road points of interest. "We are pleased that Magellan has chosen to complement its product lines with the nation's best recreational map content for GPS devices," said Eric DesRoche, senior vice president of automotive and consumer electronics for Intermap. "The augmentation of Magellan's leading handheld GPS products with our AccuTerra GPS maps enhances the users' experience and expands the possibilities afforded to recreational enthusiasts who use GPS devices to master the great outdoors." Magellan customers now have access to digital terrain data, off-road and recreation-related roads, trails, and points-of-interest such as campgrounds, service facilities, and landmarks. Additionally, customers can benefit from a land-management data layer that displays the location of public lands (national forest, wilderness areas, state parks, etc.) and private property for most recreation areas...

Lojack & NICB Kick Off Second Annual Vehicle Theft Protection Education Initiative

Chris Johnson — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 02:15:25 GMT

Organizations Conduct Law Enforcement Survey that Indicates Down Economy is an Increasing Factor Behind Vehicle Theft; July (One of the Highest Vehicle Theft Months of the Year) is "National Vehicle Theft Protection Month" WESTWOOD, MA - June 25, 2008 -The recent economic downturn appears to be an increasing factor behind vehicle theft, according to a survey of law enforcement professionals conducted by LoJack Corporation (NASDAQ: LOJN) and the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), two leading authorities on vehicle theft protection. The Convenience Sample survey was conducted as part of LoJack and NICB's second annual vehicle theft protection education initiative, which includes designating July (one of the highest vehicle theft months of the year) "National Vehicle Theft Protection Month." According to the survey, nearly 70 percent of law enforcement professionals who responded indicated that today's challenging economy appears to be an increasing dynamic contributing to vehicle theft. Those who said they were witnessing a rise in stolen vehicle activity as a result of the economy cited fraud (including identity theft, smart key duplication, demolition, insurance fraud), the theft of specific makes and models-especially SUVs, and theft for scrap metal as underlying reasons. A full 76 percent of respondents indicated that chop...

Knight Rider GPS by Mio Brings K.I.T.T. to Every Car

Chris Johnson — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:23:08 GMT

Fremont, Calif. - July 8, 2008 - Are you a lone crusader in the shadowy world of navigation? Mio Technology, a leading worldwide maker of portable GPS navigation devices, introduces the world's first NAVI-tainment portable navigation device with the launch of the Knight Rider GPS. With a design inspired by the original Knight Industries Two Thousand, or K.I.T.T., the Knight Rider GPS by Mio brings the magic of the original television series to your daily commute with a Knight Industries-approved LED display and custom voice files. All that's missing is Michael Knight and his patent leather jacket. "The Knight Rider GPS by Mio is a groundbreaking entertainment branded navigation system that's a super cool and natural extension of an iconic television franchise," said Jeremy Laws, senior vice president of mobile & broadband, Universal Pictures Digital Platforms Group. "I mean, who are you going to trust more than Mio GPS and K.I.T.T. to get you out of trouble when you're lost in L.A. traffic?" For an authentic Knight Rider experience, Mio partnered with Universal Studios to become a Knight Rider licensee and collaborated with Navtones® to include exclusive voice guidance and turn-by-turn directions featuring the original voice of K.I.T.T., the most...

Maretron Introduces Low-Cost Version of N2KView NMEA 2000 PC Based Vessel Monitoring Software

Chris Johnson — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:15:04 GMT

Maretron, who continues to break new ground in NMEA 2000® networking technology announces a new low priced version of their PC vessel monitoring software. PHOENIX, July 10, 2008 - Maretron, a leading developer and manufacturer of marine networked electronics, today announced a low cost version of its comprehensive vessel monitoring software. Previously, Maretron only offered a high end, PC based solution of its vessel monitoring software called N2KView® Platinum with an MSRP of $2995. The Platinum version's current and planned feature set includes the ability to view all NMEA 2000® data, program alarms (capable of sending text messaging, email, or controlling an electrical device based on an alarm), view integrated video or cameras, logging, and the switching of electrical circuits. Whereas, the newly offered low cost version (MSRP $995) only supports viewing of NMEA 2000® information, excluding the display of fuel management functions like Distance to Empty, Time to Empty, Engine Total Fuel Rate, Total Fuel Economy, Total Fuel Remaining but including individual engine fuel rate and fuel economy. "The low cost version of N2KView is still completely user-configurable and users are free to design different screens to their exact requirements", says Rich Gauer, president of Maretron. "Digital displays, analog...

Magellan Teams With Resource Group Canada To Expand Presense In Canada

Chris Johnson — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 22:59:37 GMT

GPS Market in Canada Expected to Gross Nearly $260M in 2008 Toronto, Ontario (June 24, 2008) Magellan, the fastest-growing GPS brand in the world, today announced it has teamed with ReSource Group Canada, a sales and marketing firm, to strengthen and expand sales support to retailers and distributors across Canada. "Portable auto navigation continues to experience incredible growth and Magellan recognizes the need to expand our presence in Canada. We are committed to the growing Canadian market and have selected ReSource Group Canada as our partner due to its extensive knowledge of the retail market and established relationships," said Chris Jensen, Magellan's director of sales for Canada. "The sales team is focused on service and account management, which is crucial for our continued success in this important market." According to Canalys, more than 80,000 PNDs shipped last quarter in Canada. Magellan and ReSource Group Canada plan to substantially enhance Magellan's nearly 37 percent market share by building strategic partnerships with quality retailers and placing a heightened emphasis on channel management. "We are excited to join forces with one of the leading GPS companies in the world," said Claus Lenk, president and founder of ReSource Group Canada. "We are impressed by...

Kicker: Ten-Thousand-Watt Amp Now Available At Your Nearest Dealer

Chris Johnson — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 22:42:42 GMT

KICKER's much-anticipated 10,000-watt amplifier, known as the Warhorse, is now shipping and hitting the streets at an authorized dealer near you. The WX10000.1 Signal-Modulated Subwoofer Amplifier is a massive marvel - more than 10,000 true watts surging to dual-voice-coil subs with the highest power-handling capabilities. Recommended for use with SoloX Subwoofers, the Warhorse easily summons enough juice to be dangerous, so a complete understanding of the owner's manual is vital prior to installation. At the same time, the Warhorse revolutionizes traditional amplification with its signal-modulated, ultra-high-efficiency design. What does it all mean? It means efficiency ratings unheard of in mobile audio - 90-percent efficiency at a 2-ohm load at full power! It's also an award-winner. Earlier this year, the Warhorse earned the CEA Innovations Award for Design and Engineering at the International Consumer Electronics Show. Yep, it's that good. Check out more in the left column by clicking on CAR AUDIO PRODUCTS, or see your nearest KICKER dealer for a demo.