GPS Crunch

3 High Quality Bicycle Mounts for iPhone 4S

admin — Mon, 21 May 2012 21:22:13 +0000

The iPhone 4S is more than capable of replacing your car or sports navigation device. You just need the right apps for it. If you plan to take your iPhone 4S with you for a ride, you are going to need a quality bicycle mount. These 3 bicycle mounts let you attach your iPhone 4S to your bicycle and ride with peace of mind:

LifeProof Bike & Bar Mount for iPhone 4/4S Case: a tough bike mount for iPhone 4S. Lets you take your phone with you for a ride under any weather condition. It works for both pedal bikes and motorbikes.

Satechi CR-3800 Universal Bicycle Holder Wrench Mount: a versatile bike mount compatible with iPhones and other similar smartphones. Its clamp fit handlebars up to 1 inch in diameter. It supports 130 degree vertical and 180 degree horizontal adjustments.

Easy Fit Bike Bicycle Cycle Mount: includes a bike mount and a weatherproof case for your smartphone. Designed to IPX4, this should keep your iPhone safe under bad weather conditions. It does not require any tool for you to install it.

These bike mounts for iPhone 4S are high quality and keep your iPhone safe as you ride. They are easy to install too.

15 Handy iPad Car Mounts

admin — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:46:59 +0000

The iPad is one heck of a gadget any way you look at it. It can be used to do all kinds of things at home and on the road. If you happen to be interested in using it in your car, you want to make sure you pick up a mount or holder to keep your device safe (especially against hard brakes).

Your iPad can act as a movie player for your kids or a virtual map viewer just in case you are lost. To get the most out of your iPad without having to worry about damaging it, you are going to need these iPad holders / car mounts:

RAM Mounting Systems mount for iPad: this mount is made of grade aluminum and provides shock resistance. It is portable too.

Satechi ST-TP01 Car Holder Mount: a versatile mount that is compatible with Kindle Fire and iPad. It has 2 suction cups to mount your tablet in your car.

Car Lighter Powered Mount for Apple iPad: a mount you can take advantage of to use your iPad as your GPS tablet. It keeps your device charged and gives you the chance to adjust its angle.

TrendyDigital PadRide In-Car Carry Case for Apple iPad: a rugged carrying case for iPad that not only protects the device, it can be attached to most car’s seat back. Useful if you intend to use your iPad to entertain back seat passengers using your iPad.

Leather Book Style iPad Case + Car Mount: essentially a protective case for your iPad. However, it does have a strap that one can use to mount the iPad in most cars.

Ram Mount Locking Apple iPad Mount: allows you to mount your iPad on almost anywhere. It keeps your device safe against shocks and vibrations.

LGDesigns iPad Compatible Car Stand Holder: a flexible stand that lets you use your iPad in your car as your information center. It has a flexible neck and can be easily connected to your iPad.

Car Windshield Suction Mount for Apple iPad: uses heavy duty suction cups to keep your iPad safe during your drive. Its suction cups can handle up to 5 lbs of weight.

iPad holder bracket: designed for Hummer and Chevy Express cars. It does not need any screws as long as you have a compatible car. Keeps your iPad secure on the road.

Macally VIEWSTAND Aluminum Viewing Stand for iPad: not a windshield mount per se, but it does hold your iPad still vertically and horizontally. Great choice for passengers.

PH-PAD+PB-HRM: Headrest Mount for iPad: a solid headrest mount for your passengers. It keeps your iPad secure for your kids or passengers in your backseats.

Car Air Vent Mount for Apple iPad: a generic vent mount for Apple iPad. Lets you use your iPad in your car without mounting it on your windshield.

iMount Petite: not a car mount per se, but with some minor modifications, you can easily use it in your large car. It has a 17 inch arm and offers full rotation.

Case Logic IPV-101 In-Car Sleeve for iPad: a hybrid sleeve for your car passengers. It has a suspensions system that makes keeping your iPad mounted on your car easier.

Mobotron Car Truck iPad Mount: planning to use your iPad in your truck? This mount can keep your iPad or laptop safe in your vehicle.

Those of you who plan to use your iPad in your car are going to need some sort of a mount to keep your device protected. It’s not a cheap device to take chances with.

3 Cool TomTom GPS for Trucks and Cars

admin — Mon, 07 May 2012 21:17:32 +0000

TomTom is behind some of the best GPS navigation devices around. The company has been in this business for a long time. People may not buy GPS devices as often as they used to. But there is still some value in owning a dedicated GPS device. Here are 3 TomTom GPS devices that are worth considering if you are looking for a dedicated navigation device:

TomTom VIA 1605TM 6-Inch GPS Navigator: this GPS device has a 6 inch screen and comes with lifetime traffic and map updates. You get roadside assistance too.

TomTom PRO 7150 5-Inch Truck GPS Navigator: this could prove useful for truck drivers. Helps you avoid road restrictions, detours and dead ends.

TomTom START 45TM 4.3-Inch GPS Navigator: offers lifetime traffic and map updates. You also get fuel prices and road side assistance.

If you need a dedicated GPS device and want to get your hands on a TomTom, the above units are worth checking out.

3 Quality GPS Bundles You Should See

admin — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 21:20:07 +0000

Planning to use GPS devices to help you get around faster or improve your golf? There are plenty of awesome navigation and golf GPS apps available on the market. I personally prefer getting my GPS as a bundle. The right bundle could save you a decent chunk of money on GPS accessories. Here are 3 GPS bundles that offer you that:

Garmin nuvi 1300LM 4.3″ Portable GPS Bundle: Garmin Nuvi 1300 is already a pretty decent GPS device. This bundle includes a case, 2 car mounts, and car chargers for your trips.

Golf Buddy WORLDPLAT2 World Platinum 2 GPS Rangefinder Bundle: you get a decent golf GPS device with a car charger, case, screen protector, and 3 golf balls.

Garmin Portable GPS and Bonus Travel Case: a simple bundle that includes a Garmin GPS with a case. This is useful if you want to take your GPS from one car to another.

These GPS bundles save you money and effort picking up accessories for your GPS device. Perfect for people too busy to look for accessories for their navigation devices.

3 Awesome GPS Devices for Trucks and RVs

admin — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 21:20:14 +0000

Planning to get to your destination faster when driving your truck or RV? There are plenty of GPS navigation devices you can pick up to help you out. These 3 new navigation devices have large screens and are designed specifically for larger vehicles:

Magellan RoadMate RV9145-LM – 7-Inch GPS: has a 7 inch touchscreen display. It has Good Sam Trailer Life Directory pre-loaded.

TomTom PRO 7150 5-Inch Truck GPS Navigator: a 5 inch GPS device for trucks. It takes into account lower speeds for trucks.

Rand Mcnally Truckers Navigation Device: it has a 7 inch touchscreen display with a stylus. It has extra loud speakers.

If you need a large navigation device to help you get your truck or RV to its destination faster, the above GPS products should help.

3 Cool Vehicle Mounts for iPad

admin — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 21:19:34 +0000

The iPad is more than capable of keeping you entertained on the road. It can also act as your information center. If you plan to use your iPad in your car to help you drive, you will need a decent car mount for it. These 3 vehicle mounts for iPad install easily and do the job:

RAM POD I Universal No-Drill Vehicle Mount for iPad: an easily to install mount for iPad. The mount clamps to your seat rail without you needing any drilling. You can bend it to get the right angle.

Mobotron Car iPad Netbook Tablet Mount: does not require any drilling. It is adjustable with extendable deck and stabilizers.

Mobotron Car Truck iPad and Tablet Stand: this is a heavy duty laptop and tablet mount for your vehicle. You can install or remove it fast. It holds most electronic devices from 9.7″-17″.

Have you installed your iPad in your car in the past? Which mount did you use?

3 New Golf GPS worth being Excited About

admin — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 21:17:03 +0000

In the past few years, we have covered plenty of Golf GPS devices on this site. These devices let you take your game to the next level and improve your scores in no time. There are plenty of sophisticated golf GPS devices around. Here are 3 new models worth exploring:

GolfBuddy Voice GPS Rangefinder: this is preloaded with over 35k courses worldwide. 8 different languages are preloaded. It tells you distance to front, center, and back.

Motorola 89573N MOTOACTV Golf Edition: covers up to 20k courses globally. It syncs your rounds wirelessly at MOTOACTV.com. It syncs with the free MOTOACTV phone app.

GolfBuddy Platinum GPS Rangefinder: this is pre-loaded with 35000+ courses. It has a touchscreen so you can navigate whole courses. It is shock and water resistant too.

These golf GPS units help you take your game to the next level and improve your performances over time. They are great for beginners too.

4 New Dedicated GPS for Your Car

admin — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 21:19:44 +0000

People may not buy as many dedicated personal navigation devices as they used to a couple of years ago. But these types of devices are still in demand among folks who do not want to use their smartphone as their navigation device. These 4 dedicated GPS devices are more than capable of getting you to your destination on time:

Garmin nüvi 3790LMT 4.3-Inch Bluetooth GPS: it provides you with lifetime map and traffic updates. You get nüRoute technology with trafficTrends and myTrends, voice-activated navigation, 3-D building and terrain view, and lane assist with junction view.

Magellan RoadMate 5175T-LM GPS navigator: has a 5-inch touchscreen GPS navigator. It offers Wi-Fi connectivity. You get six million searchable Points of Interest too.

TomTom GO LIVE 1535M 5-Inch Bluetooth GPS: a sophisticated GPS solution that offers you with accurate traffic. It has useful apps such as Yelp, TripAdvisor, Expedia, Twitter, and Local Search powered by Google.

Magellan RoadMate RV9165T: it has a 7 inch screen and works great for trucks and RVs. It offers hands free calling capability.

If you need a dedicated navigation system for your car, the above products are well worth checking out. They are not always cheap but do help you get to your destination faster.

8 Best Geocaching GPS Handhelds

admin — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 09:55:14 +0000

So you are interested in geo-caching? As it has been discussed on this site in the past, geo-caching can be quite a lot of fun and very refreshing if you spend a lot of time indoors during work hours. Geo-caching does involve you getting out of your house and going outdoors for treasure hunting, so you are going to have some time to explore the environment all around you as well. These days you can go about geo-caching easily with all kinds of handheld units available on the market. These devices not only make it easy for you to find geo-caches all around you, they make it easy for you to stay connected with your community as well.

If you are interested in geo-caching and want to get the most out of your experience, here are 8 geocaching handheld solutions you should consider:

Magellan eXplorist GC Handheld Gedocaching GPS: takes advantage of high-sensitivity SiRFstarIII to offer 3 meter accuracy when you are on the hunt. Lets you connect to geocaching.com and information. Comes pre-loaded with a selection of most popular geo-caches in the world.

Magellan eXplorist 510 Waterproof Hiking GPS: designed for those of you who need a more sophisticated geocaching tool. It is rugged and waterproof. You also get a 3.2 mp camera too.

Apisphere Geomate Jr Handheld GPS Geocacher: a very affordable handheld geo-caching GPS unit that is designed for that very purpose only. Has over 250,000 pre-loaded geocache locations and more are added frequently.

DeLorme Earthmate PN-40 Handheld GPS: a complete GPS solution for outdoors. Can be used for geo-caching as well. Comes with a fast processor as well.

Garmin Colorado 400t Handheld GPS : one of the most powerful outdoor GPS devices on the market. It can work as a marine, fitness, or geo-cache navigation device. It comes with a rugged design and made for outdoors.

Garmin GPSMAP 62S Handheld GPS Navigator: a very portable and highly sensitive GPS device designed for anyone who’s going outdoors to explore new areas. It has a dedicated geocaching mode for playing games outdoors. It is rugged and works with Garmin Connect.

Bad Elf GPS Receiver: planning to use your iPod Touch or iPad for geo-caching? This cool receiver adds GPS functionality to your device.

Magellan Portable GPS Navigation & Battery ToughCase: your iPhone can be a great geo-caching device too. Toughcase keeps your iPhone protected when you are spending time outdoors.

Bonus:

Geo-Caching for iPhone: maybe you do not want to pick up a new toy just for geo-caching. If that is the case, and you already own an iPhone, you can use this affordable app to go after over a million geo-caches available in this app.

There you have it. 8 pretty powerful geo-caching GPS units for those who are into GPS games.

3 Must have Garmin Approach 6 GPS Accessories

admin — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 21:16:03 +0000

Garmin Approach 6 GPS is one little awesome gadget. It is rugged, waterproof, and covers over 25k courses. If you have picked up one of these golf GPS devices, you should also spend some money in accessories that could help you get more out of it. These 3 Garmin Approach 6 accessories are well worth picking up:

Bracketron RWA-201-BL Golf Cart Mount: a secure mount for your golf GPS. It is compatible with most carts. Offers portrait and landscape viewing.

Lowepro 3.5 Navi Bag GPS Bag: a portable bag that protects your device against dust, scratches, and accidents.

Garmin Silicone case: goes around your GPS and protects its body from getting damaged.