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Funkwerk bringing cup handsfree device to Best Buy
Today I was shown this convenient device for those of us that hate the look of Bluetooth ear pieces to mate with our cell phones. This entry by Funkwerk called the Ego Cup, sits in your cup holder and can use FM modulation to bring the voice of your caller to your car’s sound system. They unit connects to your phone via Bluetooth. The system will be on sale at Best Buys in the “near…
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Microsoft, Ford add GPS, real-time traffic to SYNC service
The president of Microsoft’s Entertainment and Devices Division, Robbie Bach, announced today that the company and Ford are updating SYNC. SYNC was announced at last…
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CES 2009 Press Conference: Sony live blog
Like always Sony has made us trek all the way over to the convention center for their press conference. We are expecting the regular announcements…
Blaupunkt announces “World’s First” in-car Internet radio
Blaupunkt introduced the World’s First Internet Car Radio at CES. The company partnered with miRoamer to create the radio which will give users access to a substantial amount of Internet radio content previously not available through an in-car stereo. Dr. Gerhard Pitz, Head of the Car Stereo Product Center at… Continue Reading »
Reigncom announces iriver NV, a combination of PMP and GPS
Reigncom has recently introduced a new and more upgraded version of iriver’s NV PMP, with one of the main upgrades being GPS. It comes with normal PMP specs such as 4GB hard drive, and playing audio and video in various formats. It also comes with many GPS characteristics such as… Continue Reading »
Satellite Radio in Trouble
Satellite radio took a hit this past week as WorldSpace filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Only two weeks ago, both Chief Operating Officers resigned. WorldSpace is a subscription-based service that broadcasts news, sports, music and educational programming to over 150,000 people. They charge $5.00 - $10.00 per month for their… Continue Reading »
New Sat Nav software provides audio of historical France attractions
Normal POIs in GPSs can do only so much, such as letting you know when you come near a place that many find interesting. This new Sat Nav software takes basic POIs to the next level. This software will provide audio whenever you travel near a historically famous place in… Continue Reading »
Gadgetell Review: Jabra Sp700 - stop looking like a jerk
Product: Jabra SP700. Price and Availability: $99 out now Pros: Doesn’t make you look like a tool. Easily answer calls in your car. Makes not upgrading to the expensive new cars “tech package” a lot easier to live with. Sound is great, surround sound through speakers is even better. Cons:… Continue Reading »
Some Nokia N78’s to ship without the FM Transmitter
Its been a while since we first saw the Nokia N78 begin to show up online, it hit the FCC back in mid-March and since then it has always been touting a built-in FM transmitter as an included feature. Considering the music capabilities of the N78, that should be a… Continue Reading »
Microsoft-Hyundai partner to offer perfect voice-control system by 2010
Software giant Microsoft and Korea-based car company Hyundai reportedly have partnered so the former could provide music for the latter’s cars. By 2010, Hyundai cars to be distributed in North America only are expected to feature a voice-controlled system that is connected to the vehicle’s stereo and other mobile devices.… Continue Reading »
New Magellan Maestro 5340 ready for pre-order
One of the best and most expensive GPS’ in the industry, plus the most expensive GPS’ Magellan has to offer, the Maestro 5340, will be ready for pre-order for $1200. If you want the basic version, meaning internet will not be included, then it will only cost $1000. You’re probably… Continue Reading »
Taiwanese Marbella announces the NAV-8800
Taiwan based GPS manufacturer, Marbella, recently announced their new and exciting GPS, the NAV-8800. The main difference of this GPS and the others in the series is that this model comes with a little bit bigger screen at 4-inches. Also, like many other GPS units, it uses the SiRF Star… Continue Reading »
NavGate 500 announced in Europe
Just yesterday in Europe, the Pioneer AVIC-F500BT, which is now known as the NavGate 500 was announced officially. This new GPS is a very nice one but is sure to cost you a lot of Euros, but if you’re looking for a high end model, this is definitely one to… Continue Reading »
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Palm Pre Information & Updates
Palm just introduced their next-gen smartphone, the Palm Pre, and next-gen operating system, Palm webOS. Gadgetell's got the latest Pre and webOS information and news for you right here.




