Magellan, the fastest-growing GPS brand in the world, introduced the Magellan Maestro Elite 3270, which features the first state-of-the-art, flat-panel touch-screen display in the portable vehicle navigation industry. The new Magellan Maestro Elite solution can be viewed this week in Las Vegas at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas in Magellan's booth (no. 31247). The compact 3.5-inch Magellan Maestro Elite 3270 unit features a seamless touch-panel that integrates the newest display technology for a highly responsive screen and an elegant, high-tech look. Even a light touch will instantly get users to the next screen with its high-sensitivity display.

Magellan is premiering five new additions to its popular RoadMate series of entry-level vehicle navigation units, including the first 4.3-inch widescreen RoadMate units from Magellan with attractive retail pricing that begins at just $229. The Magellan RoadMate series delivers "turn it on and go" functionality in an ultra-slim, pocket-sized form. The new Magellan RoadMate 1400 series of GPS units are an extension of the best selling RoadMate brand. The Magellan RoadMate is ideal for drivers new to GPS units or for parents to give to their younger drivers. The new Magellan RoadMate series can be viewed this week in Las Vegas at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas in Magellan's booth (no. 31247).

LG Electronics is showcasing new portable navigation devices at CES Show. The new LG navigation models are preloaded with 2D and 3D maps of the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico and offer turn-by-turn text-to-speech voice guidance. The touch-screen displays feature day and night modes to make viewing a snap. The LG Navigation units also serve as Bluetooth hands-free speakerphone devices, including phone book synchronization and even audio stream reception for enjoyable music playback from compatible cellular telephones.

Zoombak, a Liberty Media company, announced that it launched its first Zoombak advanced GPS locator and related services for pets and vehicles. The Zoombak GPS locator is now available for purchase online throughout the Zoombak website, and at major national retailers in early 2008. The Zoombak GPS locator is one of the first Assisted-GPS (“A-GPS”) devices designed specifically for use by everyday consumers and will be sold nationwide at leading electronics and specialty pet retailers.

Nuance Communications, Inc., a leading provider of speech and imaging solutions, is leveraging the power of voice to control everyday devices, including the newest versions of TomTom’s award-winning GO portable navigation devices. Most existing navigation systems can be difficult to use while driving as the driver either has to stop the vehicle to manually input the destination or have a passenger enter the information. With voice destination entry from Nuance, drivers using the newest TomTom devices can keep their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road and simply speak their destination. The new TomTom GO 920 and GO 920T with Nuance voice destination entry are available now in retailers across the US and Canada.

Magellan, one of the fastest-growing GPS manufacturers in the world, unveils its Magellan RoadMate 1200 at the 2007 Specialty Equipment Manufacturer Association (SEMA) event in Las Vegas. The Magellan RoadMate 1200 features an ultra-slim, pocket-sized form factor that offers “turn it on and go” auto navigation functionality. This, combined with its attractive retail price of just $229.00, makes the Magellan RoadMate one of the most compelling entry-level GPS units in the industry.

Spot Inc. announced that Spot is available for purchase and activation. Spot is now offering the messenger and service online. In addition, major outdoor, online, wireless and electronics retailers will carry limited stock of Spot later in November. Small, rugged and simple to use, the Spot satellite messenger is a lifesaving device designed to improve personal safety for the millions of people who spend time in the outdoors - whether for recreation, work or daily life. With the push of a button, Spot can transmit a user’s exact location and message to a 9-1-1 emergency call center in times of need, family or co-workers to request help, track their location.

Wayfinder announced that a pre-installed free map application and voice guiding Wayfinder Navigator upgrade will be available for the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet. The pre-installed free map application means that Nokia N810 users get a quick and handy pocket navigation map where one can position oneself on the map and see the direction and distance to any chosen location. Nokia N810 Internet Tablet users can browse detailed city maps and search for locations like addresses, WiFi hot-spots and points of interests and take advantage of associated internet links and dynamic information. The navigation application includes access to free of charge world-wide maps - available and downloadable directly to the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet.

DeluoGPS has launched a new product combining the power of Live Search for Windows Mobile with the Deluo high-performance wireless GPS unit. Live Search for Windows Mobile is a rich platform that brings a new level of convenience to Windows Mobile Smartphone users, including the ability to access ratings on nearby restaurants, find movie show times, check local weather and see up to date traffic information. The addition of the Deluo Bluetooth GPS receiver enables these Smartphone users to enjoy additional functionality and value like step-by-step directions with real-time satellite tracking and location awareness when searching for local businesses including restaurants, hotels, and airports.

The satellite navigation company, Garmin has launched a unique, all-in-one software solution that turns selected smartphones with internal GPS into high-end navigators. Garmin Mobile XT is a mobile phone software application that seamlessly pairs the phone's built-in GPS with Garmin's software so that customers have the benefits of navigation anywhere in Europe or North America. Unlike other mobile phone applications, Garmin Mobile XT offers convenient preloaded maps and includes access to dynamic content like premium real-time traffic alerts and weather reports but does not require any monthly fees.