Garmin StreetPilot 2820

[Giovanni Dimitropoulos]

Garmin known for its feature-rich automobile navigators, has unveiled a the StreetPilot 2820 featuring Bluetooth connectivity, hands-free calling and map data by NAVTEQ. Using Bluetooth users can make handsfree calls with a full user interface as the StreetPilot 2820 retreives numbers from your phones's contact list and call log. A user can also make calls from the StreetPilot 2820’s huge points of interest database that includes hotels, restaurants, stores, and much more. Motorcyclists can receive navigation audio prompts directly to their Bluetooth enabled headsets and helmets.

It is waterproof and has a durable touch screen for optimized outdoor use. When you activate the optional Real-time traffic service it calculates routes that navigate around traffic. You can load the customized POIs (Point of interests) such as safety cameras and school zones coupled with proximity alert option to warn you of appropriate speed.

Apart from being a navigation device, it is also features MP3 player and Audiobook reader to redefine your driving experience. It is expected to be available in June for a price tag of $1,099.

 

[Giovanni Dimitropoulos]

StreetPilot 2820 features


Receiver: WAAS-enabled 12 parallel channel GPS
Display: 3.3” W x 1.7” H (3.8” diag.), 454 x 240 pixels; bright, automotive-grade 64K color TFT with automatic dimming backlight and touch screen
Unit dimensions: 5.6" W x 3.2" H x 2.0" D
Weight: .91 pounds (411 g)
Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling and navigation audio prompts
Supports FM TMC traffic alerting
XM NavTraffic capabilities
Preloaded maps for all of North America or Europe
Voice announces streets by name
Look up addresses and points of interest
Choose 2D or 3D map perspective
Fingertip touch-screen interface and remote control
Upload custom POIs, including alerts for speed zones and safety cams
Built-in MP3 and audio book player
Waterproof: IEC 60529 IPX7 standards (submersible in one meter of water for up to 30 mins.)