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Navigon 7100 GPS launched

Navigon, has launched its first branded personal navigation device (PND) — the Navigon 7100. Stunning 2D and 3D map views, easy menus and exclusive functionality, characterize this bold, stylish approach to consumer navigation.

This personal navigation unit shakes up the me-too GPS category with smart features that make the device easy to use, help reduce driver stress, and provide meaningful real world context.

A category exclusive, real-time traffic works out of the box – no subscription necessary — to empower drivers to re-route around congestion. Reality View reduces driver stress by providing photo-realistic images of complicated highway interchanges. Lane Assistant bolsters confidence by guiding drivers to the best lane relative to the route. Advanced text-to-speech technology provides spoken driving directions and street names, so drivers can focus on the road. Comprehensive digital map information from Navteq supports this market-first functionality on the Navigon 7100.

The device is as easy on the eyes as it is to use. A stunning piano-black casing sets off an easy to read 4.3 inch full-color touchscreen display featuring menu and map views that are clear, user friendly, and stunning to look at.

Product features include:

• Widescreen Display: 4.3 inch full-color touchscreen

• Text-to-Speech: Provides clearly spoken driving directions and street names

• Subscription-Free Real-Time Traffic: Advises on traffic flow, incidents and alternate routes without any additional fees or trial periods

• ZAGAT Survey(R) Ratings and Reviews: Five destination guides, including top U.S. hotels, resorts and spas, restaurants, golf courses, as well as attractions and nightlife in 70+ U.S. cities help users make informed destination choices

• Reality View(TM): 3D, photo-realistic virtual reality view of complex interchanges with road geometry

• Lane Assistant: Reduces confusion by directing drivers to the optimal lane for the selected route

• Bluetooth Functionality: Hands-free calling, used in conjunction with a Bluetooth mobile device, helps ensure safe travel

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