SatNav rolls out Moov 300 multifunction SatGuide PND

NEW DELHI, INDIA: SatNav Technologies, pioneers in GPS Navigation in India since 2005, today announced the launch of the all new SatGuide PND Moov 300.

The new personal navigation device (PND) will provide hassle free road navigation with cutting edge features like voice prompted directions and a 4.3-inch touch-screen for better user interface to its consumers.

Loaded with the latest SatGuide maps, the new attributes of the device like GPS navigator, calculator and digital entertainment features -- audio and video player make it a multi-functionality gadget ideal to carry while traveling.

The comprehensive SatGuide Maps, which Moov 300 buyers will navigate from, include detailed road maps of 200+ cities and more than 15 lakh destinations (points of interest) for customers to choose from. The maps are constantly enhanced and on the anvil are plans to grow this to 500 cities, 30 lakh destinations, and ultimately the 6 lakh villages across the country.

“SatGuide PND Moov 300 is an indispensable travel tool”, said Amit Prasad, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, SatNav Technologies. “Our philosophy has always been that Indian consumers want cheap AND best, this product takes it a step further in that direction empowering consumers with a fully loaded device at a very reasonable price,” he added.

Moov300 offers the cost conscious Indian consumer, benefits of a widescreen personal navigation device without compromising on the quality and features. Installed with cutting edge technology, this sleek device makes navigation to a destination both easy and entertaining by the use of a convenient user interface, digital entertainment features and turn-by-turn voice prompted directions.

The device is priced at Rs. 16,990 online at www.satguide.in making it an eye-catcher for anyone who is looking at purchasing a stylish yet affordable PND. The product is available across all major Large Format Retailers (LFRs) across the country.

In fact, some stores like Ezone, Croma, Reliance Digital, HCL Digilife, XCite etc will be offering it at even more attractive prices. The device can be easily installed in vehicles and is accompanied with a USB cable and an in-car charger.

Moov 300 comes with the latest WinCE 5.0 version and sports a 64 MB Flash with 512 MB RAM. When compared with the other PNDs in the market, Moov 300 has faster GPS fix times with SiRFInstantFixII™ Technology and 20 channel receivers.

MapmyIndia Light -- new GPS navigator for gen next!

NEW DELHI, INDIA: MapmyIndia, India's leading map and GPS navigation services provider, has announced the launch of MapmyIndia LX130 – nicknamed MapmyIndia Light -– a sleek new GPS navigation gadget for Generation Next.

Priced at Rs. 11,990 (MRP), MapmyIndia Light boasts a high grade glossy white body. It weighs just 122 grams and has a bright 3.5” display screen that allows clear visibility even in sunlight. Just 12.5mm thick, the funky gizmo fits neatly in any pocket and is the perfect traveling companion -– in a car or while using public transport.

MapmyIndia Light is powered with maps of 401 cities, over 8.3 lakh km of roads connecting 4 lakh towns and villages, and takes you to around 10 lakh points of interest like cinema halls, restaurants, petrol pumps etc. A cool neat look, an unmatched sense of security and an assurance that one can never get lost anywhere in India makes this a must-have for young professionals, business travelers and women.

Go where you want to
MapmyIndia Light offers complete freedom…the freedom to travel where one wants to. After encouraging feedback from MapmyIndia users – both frequent travelers and professionals – from all over India, MapmyIndia decided to launch a new version of the popular MapmyIndia Navigator for the youth.

The focus was on a sleek and light device that offered the youth the freedom to go where they want to. Now it becomes easier to travel to new places without having to stop frequently to ask for directions or getting lost.

In addition to standard navigation, the MapmyIndia Light also allows users to search for points of interest like hotels, banks, ATMs, tourist places, etc. The MapmyIndia light comes loaded with phone numbers for points of interest as well, so that users can not only navigate to them, but also call ahead and make bookings.

Always in the know: Perfect for business travelers
Loaded with India’s most comprehensive map coverage, yet slim enough to fit into the pocket, the MapmyIndia Light is a perfect companion to today’s young business traveler.

With interesting features like demo display of the proposed route and distance between destinations and the ability to add multiple destinations through the ‘via’ points features, the MapmyIndia Light helps plan travel and meetings in any of 401 cities in India. Business travelers can also take advantage of the Distance-to-go and Estimated Time of Arrival feature while on the road to dynamically plan their day when on the road.

Travel securely: Ideal for women
The ability to know where you are while traveling at any time of the day or night gives the users of MapmyIndia Light a sense of comfort and security. This makes the device a must-have tech gadget in every woman’s handbag. Even while driving a car, MapmyIndia Light can be easily attached to the windscreen and the user can follow the voice-guided instructions to travel to your destination.

While using public transport -– a cab or an auto -– if the driver takes a detour, MapmyIndia Light tells the user where she is and whether she is moving towards her destination. MapmyIndia Light can be used by women anywhere in India, in a big city or in a small town. The seamless coverage also ensures that the GPS Navigator can be used if you travel to a new place anywhere in India.

Rakesh Verma, Managing Director, MapmyIndia, says: “MapmyIndia is known for our premium range of products offering great quality in GPS navigation. Our research showed that there was a strong demand in the market for a device that would be easy to carry and light on the budget, while maintaining MapmyIndia’s superior quality navigation features and maps. The MapmyIndia Light offers customers India’s best navigation maps and software solution in a form that easily fits in the pocket and in their budget.”

Light on the pocket
At Rs. 11,990, MapmyIndia Light has ventured into a brand new market for GPS navigators. Loaded with the most comprehensive and accurate maps of India, MapmyIndia Light is now accessible to those looking for an affordable GPS Navigator. The device is also ideal for students and young professionals, those who travel frequently, officially or for personal reasons.