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Navigon keeps pumping out better and move advanced GPSs every time they announce a new one.  This one, the 8100T, is no exception as one of its main features is Navigon’s patented Panorama View 3D technology - more on that in a moment. 

First, let’s begin with some other specs of the 8100T.  It comes with a nice sized 4.8-inch touch screen, free real-time traffic updates, voice destination entry, Reality View Pro, and Bluetooth connectivity.  It also comes with new and more advanced software, which allows the driver to choose their destination in a few easy steps. 

Other main features include Lane Assistant Pro, Fast Destination Entry, Advanced Text-to-Speech, Exit Guide (tells the driver when exits are coming up with POIs they specify such as restaurants, DirectHelp, Speed Assistant, Multi-Destination planning, and Zagat Ratings and Reviews).  This GPS shows you restaurants in the area and provides the Zagat rating and reviews of nearly 27,000 locations including restaurants, hotels, nightclubs, attractions, and other POIs. 

Now, there is the Panorama View 3D technology.  Basically, it displays the surrounding area all in 3D, including actual digital elevations and life-like terrains; all made possible by an integrated graphics accelerator as well as pictures taken by NASA satellites. 

Michael Roach, Navigon’s President of North and South America, had this to say about their latest GPS:

“The NAVIGON 8100T raises the bar on innovation and design in the PND category.  Once again, NAVIGON is at the forefront of market innovation by introducing real
3D environment views to the market with Panorama View 3D.”

The 8100T is set to be available later this month for $599.  If you want to purchase the optional 12 map updates over 3 years, that will cost you an additional $79.99.  I think this new Navigon GPS would make a great gift for anyone looking for a quality, high-end GPS.  Thankfully, it’s available for the holiday season.

Read [PR Newswire]