Bluetooth 3.0 gets official,High Bandwidth via WiFi 802.11

Finally the Bluetooth 3.0 + High Speed (HS) is official now.Officially named as Bluetooth 3.0 + HS (High Speed), the standard takes advantage of the presence of Wi-Fi on many Bluetooth-equipped devices to offload high-demand transfers to Wi-Fi. Bluetooth 3.0 gets its speed from the 802.11 radio protocol. The inclusion of the 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL) provides increased throughput of data transfers at the approximate rate of 24 Mbps. In addition, mobile devices including Bluetooth 3.0 will realize increased power savings due to enhanced power control built in.

Press Release :

BLUETOOTH TECHNOLOGY GETS FASTER WITH BLUETOOTH 3.0

21-Apr-2009 Bluetooth SIG

Bluetooth SIG Adds Speed, Bandwidth via 802.11 with Version 3.0 of the Global Wireless Standard

TOKYO – April 22, 2009 – From its annual All Hands Meeting in Tokyo this week, the Bluetooth SIG formally adopted Bluetooth Core Specification Version 3.0 High Speed (HS), or Bluetooth 3.0. This latest iteration of the popular short-range wireless technology fulfills the consumers’ need for speed while providing the same wireless Bluetooth experience – faster. Manufacturers of consumer electronics and home entertainment devices can now build their products to send large amounts of video, music and photos between devices wirelessly at speeds consumers expect.
Bluetooth 3.0 gets its speed from the 802.11 radio protocol. The inclusion of the 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL) provides increased throughput of data transfers at the approximate rate of 24 Mbps. In addition, mobile devices including Bluetooth 3.0 will realize increased power savings due to enhanced power control built in.
“Like Ricky Bobby in Talladega Nights, this latest version was ‘born to go fast,’ said Michael Foley, Ph.D., executive director of the Bluetooth SIG. ”Utilizing the 802.11 radio was a natural choice as it provides efficiencies for both our members and consumers – members get more function out of the two radios they are already including in devices, and consumers with Bluetooth v3.0 HS products will get faster exchange of information without changing how they connect. We are excited to expand the possibilities of the PAN.”
This newest version of Bluetooth technology builds on the inherent qualities of the current 2.1 EDR version, including Simple Secure Pairing and built-in, automatic security. And as with all versions of the Bluetooth specification, Bluetooth 3.0 HS provides developers, manufacturers and consumers with the benefit of backwards compatibility, enabling both the expansion and enhancement of this technology with every new specification release. Once products reach the market, the easiest way for consumers to learn which devices are compatible with other Bluetooth enabled devices is to visit the Bluetooth Gadget Guide.
Applications
With the availability of Bluetooth version 3.0 HS, consumers can expect to move large data files of videos, music and photos between their own devices and the trusted devices of others, without the need for cables and wires. Some applications consumers will experience include:

• Wirelessly bulk synchronize music libraries between PC and music player or phone
• Bulk download photos to a printer or PC
• Send video files from camera or phone to computer or television

Availability
The Bluetooth SIG’s formal adoption of the specification is only the first step in the product lifecycle. News out today from wireless chip manufacturers and Bluetooth SIG member companies Atheros, Broadcom, CSR, and Marvell shows the second step – getting silicon solutions to device manufacturers – is already underway. End products for consumers are expected to be in the market in 9 to 12 months.
Technical Specifications
This new specification release includes several major enhancements (learn more here – page requires member login):

• Generic Alternate MAC/PHY (AMP)
• 802.11 Protocol Adaptation Layer (PAL)
• Generic Test Methodology
• Enhanced Power Control
• Unicast Connectionless Data

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About Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Bluetooth wireless technology is the global short-range wireless standard for personal connectivity of a broad range of electronic devices. The technology continues to evolve, building on its inherent strengths – small-form factor radio, low power, low cost, built-in security, robustness, ease-of-use, and ad hoc networking abilities. More than nine new Bluetooth enabled products are qualified every working day and 18 million Bluetooth units are shipping per week. There are over two billion Bluetooth devices in the marketplace and that number climbs daily, making it the only proven wireless choice for developers, product manufacturers, and consumers worldwide. About the Bluetooth SIG
The Bluetooth Special Interest Group (SIG), comprised of leaders in the telecommunications, computing, consumer electronics, automotive and network industries, is driving development of Bluetooth wireless technology and bringing it to market. The Bluetooth SIG includes Promoter group companies Ericsson, Intel, Lenovo, Microsoft, Motorola, Nokia and Toshiba, along with over 11,000 Associate and Adopter member companies. The Bluetooth SIG, Inc. headquarters are located in Bellevue, Washington, U.S.A. For more information please visit www.bluetooth.com.
The Bluetooth word mark and logo are registered trademarks and are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

MapmyIndia Light – Price,Features of the new GPS navigation device

MapmyIndia has launched their new GPS navigation gadget – MapmyIndia LX130 – nicknamed MapmyIndia Light.MapmyIndia Light sports a glossy white body with a bright 3.5-inch display screen that allows clear visibility even in sunlight.With only 122 grams weight and just 12.5mm thickness, the new GPS device can fit in any pocket and is the perfect travel guide – on your car dashboard car or while using public transport. Slim it may be, but it does not go light on features. The MapmyIndia Lx130 comes loaded with street level maps for 401 cities across India. Turn it on, and it will provide you live turn-by-turn directions to your destination as you drive across town. It is also loaded with around 10 lakh points of interest across 52 categories, so that you can always be informed of the nearest bank, ATM or petrol pump, amongst others. The MapmyIndia Lx130 comes with a unique snooze feature to help save power. After you have reached your destination, you can put the MapmyIndia Lx130 to sleep mode so that it boots up immediately when you return and turn it on. With an easy to use interface, sleek design and free GPS service, the MapmyIndia Lx130 is all you need for your trip across town or your long drive over the weekend


This is what you get with the MapmyIndia Navigator Lx130

• New, powerful, easy-to-use navigation system that makes finding and reaching a place a safe, hassle-free and fun experience.
• The most comprehensive and unparalleled map coverage of India – 401 cities at street level, 4,10,000 towns and villages at national level, and 9,45,000 points of interest for you to explore and discover.
• New, high performance satellite-connected Lx130 hardware,with a large, bright 3.5″ touch screen for easy viewing while driving, built-in speakers for clear voice instructions, ultra-long battery backup for portable use and fast processor for instant calculation.
• Navigation-ready kit complete set of travel accessories – windshield mount, dashboard plate, car charger, and wall charger.

Compared to others offering navigation on phones and devices, MapmyIndia Navigator offers the most comprehensive, detailed, accurate and user-friendly navigation system for India.
Price:The new MapmyIndia GPS navigation device Light will cost around Rs.11,990.

Satnav SatGuide PND Moov 300 GPS Navigator – Price,Features

Satnav Tecchnologies has launched a new personal navigator GPS device – the Satnav SatGuide PND Moov 300 GPS Navigator.It will help in a hassle free road navigation with features like voice prompted directions and a large 4.3-inch touchscreen LCD display.
SatGuide MOOV 300 has a 4.3” inch wide touch screen. This trendy device with bold and stylish looks is capable of providing turn by turn navigation and playing videos too. This enables easy handling of the map data and is loaded with the latest SatGuide maps which include various city maps with more number of roads and POIs in the country. With sophisticated navigation features like high resolution maps, turn-by-turn navigation and voice direction, SatGuide MOOV 300 is something that commuters will enjoy having. The device is installed 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.
The detailed specifications of the new Satnav SatGuide PND Moov 300 GPS Navigator are:


Price and Availability:The new Satnav SatGuide PND Moov 300 GPS Navigator is available in India at price of around Rs.16,990 at http://www.satguide.in.

Samsung Mondi SWD-M100 WiMAX mobile tablet

Blazing fast internet in the palm of your hand using Samsung Mondi SWD-M100 WiMAX mobile tabletThe SAMSUNG Mondi™ gives you wireless web at speeds faster than any other handheld device – because it works through Wi-Fi and the new high-speed mobile WiMAX. But the Mondi is more than fast. Microsoft® Office Mobile gives you the ability to open and edit documents, like Microsoft Word and Excel, whether you’re in the office or not. Plus, it has a brilliant, 4.3-inch high resolution interactive touchscreen that puts your browser, camera, email and messaging literally at your fingertips. This 4G networking device is the first to combine these levels of speed, functionality and style in a pocket-sized device.

WiMAX and wi-fi capabilities

With the Mondi™, you can get a fast broadband connection through local Wi-Fi or the Clear™ network, powered by WiMAX. In fact, the Clear 4G network connection gives you the fastest wireless browsing and download speeds available.

high resolution display & interactive touchscreen

The Mondi™ has a brilliant 4.3” display that makes watching movies – or anything else – clearly enjoyable. This display is also an interactive touchscreen with customizable widgets, so you can access your favorite applications with the touch of a fingertip. And the whole package is small enough to take with you anywhere.

full internet browsing capabilities

Mondi™ provides both Opera® Mobile and Internet Explorer® browsers, so you can surf the internet, keep up with friends and download files on the go. And you’ll do it all fast.

Outlook® mobile email

Mondi™ gives you secure email access through Microsoft Outlook®. Plus, ActiveSync® allows you to synchronize email and data with your computer, so you can keep in touch – and on schedule – without being stuck at your desk. Messaging gets even more convenient with the slide-out full QWERTY keyboard and included stylus.

3.0 megapixel camera & camcorder

With 3.0 megapixels, you can turn special memories into quality pictures. And with the HDMI TV Out capabilities, Mondi makes it easy to share those pictures instantly (and quickly) with family and friends. There’s also a second camera on the Mondi™ – a front-facing web cam.

GPS navigation

Not only will the Mondi let you work anywhere, it’ll help you get there, too. It has built-in GPS Navigation provided by Route 66, complete with preloaded maps.

The new Samsung Mondi SWD-M100 WiMAX mobile tablet has been launched in U.S. and should be available in India once WiMAX is launched here :-/ .

MapmyIndia VX140 – Navigator plus complete entertainment device

The new MapmyIndia Loaded VX140 is a 4.3-inch anti-glare colour touchscreen GPS Navigator.It’s a navigator, it’s a handsfree, it’s an entertainment device – the MapmyIndia Vx140 is all of these in a slim, sleek package.
Navigate with ease with the crisp large 4.3″ screen. Not only does the large screen make navigation more fun, it also helps turn the MapmyIndia Vx140 into a complete entertainment device when you’re not driving. Watch your favorite videos, play your music files and read text documents loaded on your SD card.
The MapmyIndia Vx140 also comes with an integrated Bluetooth feature. Pair your phone to the MapmyIndia Vx140 and use it to take and make calls. You can also access your phone address book through the device.*
The MapmyIndia  Vx140 comes loaded with street level maps for 401 cities across India. Turn it on, and it will provide you live turn-by-turn directions to your destination as you drive across town. It is also loaded with around 10 lakh points of interest across 52 categories, so that you can always be informed of the nearest bank, ATM or petrol pump, amongst others.
The MapmyIndia Vx140 comes with a unique snooze feature to help save power. After you have reached your destination, you can put the MapmyIndia Vx140 to sleep mode so that it boots up immediately when you return and turn it on.

Technical Specifications MapmyIndia Loaded VX140 GPS Navigator are :

• Operating system : Window CE 5.0
• Picture Viewer : jpg, .bmp, .gif
• Language : English
• Processor :
  • Manufacturer : SIRFatlas A3
  • Type : 5611
  • Main clock : 372 Mhz
• GPS : Antenna : SiRF III
• Model : SiRF star III
• Hardware :
  • FLASH/RAM : 128MB Flash/64MB RAM
  • SD Supports up to 8GB
  • Memory Card Slot : Push-In & Push-Out
  • Speaker : 8 ohm
  • USB Port : 1.1
  • Stylus Pen : Yes
  • Car Mount : Yes
  • Battery 1450MAH
  • DC Power : 110-240V USB5V/1.5A
  • Audio Out Jack : 2.5mm
  • Size : (W)12.5mm x (H)78mm x (L)122mm
  • Weight : 0.165kg
• Display :
  • Type : TFT Touch screen
  • Size : 4.3″
  • Aspect ratio : 4:3
  • Resolution : 480 x 272 pixels
  • Touch Plan : 113.7mmx70.8mm
• Other :
  • Installation
  • Map upload Type On SD card
  • Storage Temp Range : -22°F to +176°F
  • Operating Temp Range : -4°F to +158°F
  • Voice : 80 dB

This is what you get with the new MapmyIndia GPS Navigator Vx140 :

• New, powerful, easy-to-use navigation system that makes finding and reaching a place a safe, hassle-free and fun experience.
• The most comprehensive and unparalleled map coverage of India – 401 cities at street level, 4,10,000 towns and villages at national level, and 9,45,000 points of interest for you to explore and discover.
• New, high performance satellite-connected Vx140 hardware,with a large, bright 4.3″ touch screen for easy viewing while driving, built-in speakers for clear voice instructions, ultra-long battery backup for portable use and fast processor for instant calculation.
• Navigation-ready kit complete set of travel accessories – windshield mount, dashboard plate, car charger, and wall charger.
• Multiple entertainment options: Play games, watch videos, listen to music, read text documents and use the integrated Bluetooth function to take/make calls
• Full featured integrated Bluetooth module that lets your MapmyIndia Vx140 pair with your mobile phone as a handsfree unit, access your phone’s address book, view history of calls received/missed/dialed and also dial calls.

Price:The new MapmyIndia VX140 GPS Navigator is available at price of around Rs.14,900.

SatGuide Moov 200 – 3.5″ Navigation device with Entertainment

The new SatGuide MOOV 200 has a 3.5-inch GPS Navigation device with Entertainment . The device is sleek and unique as it has video, audio and photo features—a first among other products in its category. The product has SiRF StarIII GPS chipset which comes with Instafix technology helping locate the position in the shortest possible time. With a 2GB memory and its ability to play all file formats, this device stands out among all products sold by players in the Indian market today.
The detailed specifications / features of the new SatGuide Moov 200  GPS Navigation device are:

SatGuide Moov 200 Price in India : The new SatGuide Moov 200 GPS Navigation device is available in India at price of Rs.13,000.

MapmyIndia RoadPilot – Affordable price tochscreen GPS navigator

The new MapmyIndia RoadPilot is a Slim , pocket friendly 3.5-inch touchscreen GPS navigation device loaded with all India maps for turn-by-turn voice guided navigation across India. The MapmyIndia RoadPilot works exclusively on GPS signals and does not require a SIM card or GPRS connection to work.
The key features of the new MapmyIndia RoadPilot GPS navigator are:

• The brand new map experience:
  • With brilliant graphics and fully interactive features, experience the map like never before. Drag the map in any direction, zoom in and out smoothly to change scale, make the map 2D or 3D at any angle, and rotate the map to change your perspective. If that’s not enough, change the mode from day to night to see your city or region in a totally different light!
• Searching made easy:
  • Simply type in the name of the location or point of interest you are looking for, and you will magically see it appear on the map. To make things easier, you don’t even have to type in the exact spelling or the full name of the location. The brand new search handles all those for you, so you don’t waste time typing and use that in reaching your destination quickly.
• High-performance navigation:
  • Of course you get real-time “talking” directions, turn-by-turn, to your destination along with clear map guidance so you can easily reach your destination. Where the new MapmyIndia Navigator stands out is the speed with which it calculates your route and starts giving you directions. Simply enter your destination, and start moving. Even if you miss a turn, it instantly re-calculates and gives you the new route.
• Points of interest:
  • You can find points of interest (Eg petrol pumps, ATMs, restaurants, landmarks etc) near your current location, along the way or near the destination. You even get address and phone numbers for important ones, so you can call to make a reservation etc. Add POIs to the map itself so as you are driving you can see which ones you are crossing, and click on them to get details.
• Geopix! Navigate using photographs:
  • Now, wouldn’t it be nice if you could see photographs of places you were crossing, or traveling to. With the new MapmyIndia Navigator, you can import geo-tagged photographs and see them on the map, navigate to them, or search for the nearest GeoPix.
• Personalized:
  • Save your favourite locations, routes and GPS logs to acess easily later. This saves time in entering the same destinations again in future, and also helps you mark more places on the map for your own reference.

MapmyIndia RoadPilot Price in India : The new MapmyIndia RoadPilot price is Rs.7,900.

Garmin nuvi 765T – In-Car GPS navigator

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The new Garmin nuvi 765T is an In-Car GPS navigator with a large 4.3-inch touchscreen display and pre-loaded with 401 Indian cities maps with complete details of streets, localities, sub-localities and points of interest.It also sports Plan Ahead and Find your car features.

The detailed features of the new Garmin nuvi 765T  In-Car GPS navigator system are:

• Get Turn-by-Turn Directions:Garmin nüvi 765T’s intuitive interface greets you with two simple questions: “Where to?” and “View Map.” Touch the color screen to easily look up addresses and services and get voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to your destination. It comes preloaded with India’s best maps by MapmyIndia that provide turn-by-turn street level driving directions in 401 cities across India, coverage over national, state and district highways and offer around 10 lakh points of interest to search and navigate to. With HotFix™ satellite prediction, nüvi calculates your position faster to get you there quicker.
• Make Hands-free Calls:For hands-free calling, nüvi 765T integrates A2DP Bluetooth® wireless technology with a built-in microphone and speaker (optional external microphone available). Just pair it with your compatible Bluetooth phone and talk hands-free through the 765T. Simply dial numbers with nüvi’s touchscreen keypad to make a call. To answer calls, just tap the screen and speak into its built-in microphone. Enjoy convenient one-touch dialing for contacts and points of interest. Even listen to high-quality stereo music on your headset with A2DP Bluetooth technology.
• Find Yourself, Your Car:Keep track of yourself and your car with nüvi 765T. Just tap the “Where Am I?” emergency locator to find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates. nüvi 765T even remembers where you parked. It automatically marks your position when you remove it from the windshield mount, so you can navigate with nüvi on foot and find your way back to your vehicle. Perfect for unfamiliar spots and crowded lots such as amusement parks, stadiums and malls.
• Plan Ahead:nüvi 765T includes advanced navigation features to take the worry out of traveling. With route planning you can save 10 routes, specify via points and preview simulated turns on the 765T’s wide screen. In addition, nüvi 765T automatically sorts multiple destinations to provide an efficient route for errands, deliveries or sales calls. It also displays speed limits for highways and Interstates. A trip log provides an electronic bread crumb trail of up to 10,000 points, so you can see where you’ve been on the map.
• See More:With nüvi 765T’s widescreen display, you’ll always get the big picture. View map detail, driving directions, photos and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display is easy to read — from any direction.
• Take It With You:Like the rest of the nüvi 705-series, nüvi 765T sports a sleek, slim design and fits comfortably in your pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for navigation by car or foot.
• Go Beyond Navigation:Navigation is just the beginning. nüvi 765T includes many “must have” entertainment and travel tools including MP3 player, audio book player (subscription to Audible.com required), world travel clock, automatic time zone transition, currency converter, unit converter, calculator and more. With nüvi 765T’s wireless FM transmitter¹ you can hear audio, including voice prompts, MP3s and audio books, through your vehicle’s stereo. Show off photos of your travels with nüvi’s picture viewer. It also comes with Garmin Lock™, an anti-theft feature.

Garmin nuvi 765T Price in India : The new Garmin nuvi 765T  In-Car GPS navigator is available in India at price of Rs.26,990.

Garmin Nüvi 215T – Car Navigation system

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The new Garmin nuvi 215T is a Car GPS Navigation system which comes with preloaded map data for a specific region or country and includes free traffic and hands-free calling. It is a affordable portable navigator and ultra-easy to use.
The key features of the new Garmin nuvi 215T Car GPS Navigation system are:

• Preloaded street-level regional maps
• Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling through your Garmin sat-nav
• Built-in Cyclops speed camera database (includes fixed camera locations and mobile hot-spots)
• EcoRoute optional download – for fuel-efficient navigation to save fuel and money
• 3.5 inch touchscreen display, sleek design that easily fits easily in pocket

Garmin Nuvi 215 Price in India : The new Garmin Nuvi 215T Car GPS Navigation system price in India is around Rs.10,900.