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	<title>Gadget Sleuth &#187; Transportation</title>
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		<title>Under Pressure: The Talking Tire Gauge</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/12/31/under-pressure-the-talking-tire-gauge/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Dec 2009 18:45:40 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Anyone who has driven has experienced the fun of under-inflated tires, and traditional tire pressure gauges can be a little difficult to read under some circumstances. This gadget solves that issue: with both a digital read-out and a &#8220;voice&#8221; that tells you your tire pressure out loud: The Talking Tire Gauge. The device is basically [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a title="Talking Tire Gauge" href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/32100shqnhp47C88D6B465AA6EE5?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.whateverworks.com%2Fitemdy00.asp%3FT1%3DK9559&amp;cjsku=K9559" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1928" title="Talking Tire Gauge" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/talking-tire-gauge.jpg" alt="talking-tire-gauge" width="200" height="200" /></a>Anyone who has driven has experienced the fun of under-inflated tires, and traditional tire pressure gauges can be a little difficult to read under some circumstances. This gadget solves that issue: with both a digital read-out and a &#8220;voice&#8221; that tells you your tire pressure out loud: The Talking Tire Gauge.</p>
<p>The device is basically a key chain of sorts with an included LED light that shows the current tire pressure reading in the readout (meaning you can use it in low light conditions, such as on the side of a road at night, easily) while stating out loud the pressure so even if you can&#8217;t read it for some reason, you&#8217;ll still be informed if your tires needs some air. Good safety type gadget.</p>
<p>The Talking Tire Gauge will run you <a title="Talking Tire Gauge" href="http://www.dpbolvw.net/32100shqnhp47C88D6B465AA6EE5?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.whateverworks.com%2Fitemdy00.asp%3FT1%3DK9559&amp;cjsku=K9559" target="_blank">$14.99</a> a pop, which isn&#8217;t too bad.</p>
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		<title>Blast Your Bluetooth: The Jabra Cruiser In-car Speakerphone</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/10/03/blast-your-bluetooth-the-jabra-cruiser-in-car-speakerphone/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2009 15:50:37 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Audio]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Bluetooth]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Car Accessories]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Speakers]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Bluetooth speakerphones are a relatively new type device, but for cars, there&#8217;s almost none&#8230;until now. Jabra has recently released a new Bluetooth speakerphone, the Cruiser, that blocks out outside noise to increase conversation clarity (noise being a common issue with Bluetooth style headsets). The device is made to be mounted on the visor of a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1780" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/jabra-cruiser-300x130.jpg" alt="jabra-cruiser" width="300" height="130" />Bluetooth speakerphones are a relatively new type device, but for cars, there&#8217;s almost none&#8230;until now. Jabra has recently released a new Bluetooth speakerphone, the Cruiser, that blocks out outside noise to increase conversation clarity (noise being a common issue with Bluetooth style headsets).</p>
<p>The device is made to be mounted on the visor of a car and supports Bluetooth 2.1 with EDR and eSCO, so you can drive and talk at the same time, since many US states now have laws against driving with a phone to your ear, for very good reasons.</p>
<p>The Jabra Cruiser also features an FM transmitter allowing you to hook up a cell phone or MP3 player with music on it and listen to it with your Cruiser speaker.</p>
<p>This gadget provides 14-hours of talk time or up to 13-days of standby time, which is above average for this kind of device. If this sort of thing tickles your fancy, you can acquire the Jabra Cruiser for <a href="http://www.jabra.com/Sites/Jabra/NA-US/Headsets/Pages/JabraCRUISER.aspx" target="_blank">$159 each</a>.</p>
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		<title>Road Warrior Tool: The Twin Socket Battery Charger</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/09/26/road-warrior-tool-the-twin-socket-battery-charger/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 27 Sep 2009 04:20:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Car Accessories]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Power & Battery]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Twin Socket Battery Charger is a nice idea in a simple, easy to use package that, unlike many of the things we profile here, has one simple, efficient use: It recharges batteries. Well actually, it will quickly recharge your AA batteries using a car&#8217;s cigarette lighter adapter, which is nice for those always on [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1757" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/Twin-Socket-Battery-Charger-300x282.jpg" alt="Twin-Socket-Battery-Charger" width="189" height="179" />The Twin Socket Battery Charger is a nice idea in a simple, easy to use package that, unlike many of the things we profile here, has one simple, efficient use: It recharges batteries.</p>
<p>Well actually, it will quickly recharge your AA batteries using a car&#8217;s cigarette lighter adapter, which is nice for those always on the run in the car (digital cameras on vacation, etc).</p>
<p>There is even a LED light built into the charger itself to read maps or directions by and the socket pivots with almost a full range of motion so you can always find the best way to plug it in.</p>
<p>This one <a href="http://www.wagan.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage.tpl&amp;product_id=83&amp;category_id=22&amp;option=com_virtuemart&amp;Itemid=98">retails at $12.49</a>, and comes with two rechargeable batteries, so that isn&#8217;t a bad deal.</p>
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		<title>GPS for the Bicycle: The Garmin Edge 500</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/09/01/gps-for-the-bicycle-the-garmin-edge-500/</link>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:09:27 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[GPS]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Garmin is number one in satellite navigation for cars, but now they&#8217;re going a little further with the just-announced Edge 500 for the bicycle. It&#8217;s a GPS and more that sits on your bike handle and measures a lot of stuff. More details here: Designed for performance cyclists, the GPS-enabled Edge 500 tracks speed, distance, [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1675" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/09/500x_garmin_01.jpg" alt="500x_garmin_01" width="158" height="203" />Garmin is number one in satellite navigation for cars, but now they&#8217;re going a little further with the just-announced Edge 500 for the bicycle. It&#8217;s a GPS and more that sits on your bike handle and measures a lot of stuff.</p>
<p>More details here:</p>
<blockquote><p>Designed for performance cyclists, the GPS-enabled Edge 500 tracks speed, distance, time, GPS position, elevation, calories burned, climb and descent. For extra-precise climb and descent data, Edge 500 incorporates a barometric altimeter to pinpoint changes in elevation. Combining more data than ever into one device, Edge 500 syncs wirelessly through ANT+™ technology with compatible third-party power meters. Edge 500 also pairs wirelessly with Garmin speed/cadence sensors and features advanced heart rate-based calorie computation when used with a Garmin heart rate monitor. Boasting a high-sensitivity GPS receiver with HotFixTM that quickly acquires and maintains satellite reception, the Edge 500 also displays temperature readings, changes time zones automatically and alerts riders if they’re moving but the timer is not running. With up to 18 hours of battery life, Edge 500 features a low-profile, quarter-turn mount that fits easily on the stem or handlebars.</p></blockquote>
<p>The Edge 500 will be available soon for a retail price of $249.99, and $349.99 with the heart rate monitor and speed sensor. More <a href="http://garmin.blogs.com/pr/2009/09/garmin-unveils-sleek-new-edge-500-cycling-gps-highpowered-for-the-pros-lowpriced-for-the-people.html?activeBranchId=newsroom" target="_blank">here</a> about it.</p>
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		<title>Cool Off: The Cooling Car Summer Seat</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/08/17/cool-off-the-cooling-car-summer-seat/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 22:16:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ever gotten into your car on a really hot day and had your legs seared by leather or vinyl seats, and been generally uncomfortable until that stubborn air conditioner got going? Well, no more of that with this invention: The Cooling Car Seat. This pretty nifty invention stays powered by either using the 12V power [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1635" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/08/cooling-seat.jpg" alt="cooling-seat" width="181" height="181" />Ever gotten into your car on a really hot day and had your legs seared by leather or vinyl seats, and been generally uncomfortable until that stubborn air conditioner got going? Well, no more of that with this invention: The Cooling Car Seat.</p>
<p><span> </span></p>
<p>This pretty nifty invention stays powered by either using the 12V power socket in your car and you can plug it into a normal wall socket too, and will cool your body on those sweltering summer days nicely. No more sweaty back or burned thighs while waiting for the air to cool the car off, and that sounds good to us.</p>
<p>You can purchase the Cooling Car Summer Seat for <a href="http://www.smarthome.com/91713/12-Volt-Cooling-Car-Summer-Seat/p.aspx" target="_blank">$59.99</a>.</p>
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		<title>Hold Me: ProClip announces a wide array of gadget holders for your car</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/07/13/hold-me-proclip-announces-a-wide-array-of-gadget-holders-for-your-car/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jul 2009 22:44:05 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ProClip USA has announced a wide variety of gadget holders to be used in trucks and cars, and there&#8217;s such a varied bevy of holders on display that we&#8217;ll just quote the website for you and lay them all out for your perusal: The Padded Holder with Tilt Swivel is custom made with a neat [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-1528" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/proclip-usa-300x162.jpg" alt="proclip-usa" width="300" height="162" />ProClip USA has announced a wide variety of gadget holders to be used in trucks and cars, and there&#8217;s such a varied bevy of holders on display that we&#8217;ll just quote the website for you and lay them all out for your perusal:</p>
<blockquote><p>The <strong>Padded Holder with Tilt Swivel</strong> is custom made with a neat and discreet design. It tilts 15 degrees in any direction for optimal viewing. Your iPhone 3G S easily slides in and out of the holder.</p>
<p>The <strong>Padded Holder with Tilt Swivel and Charging/USB Cable</strong> has a cable permanently attached to the base so when your device is slid into the holder it connects to the cable. Then the cable can either be plugged into your car’s 12V power outlet or any female USB connection. You can easily slide your iPhone in and out of the holder. The Holder angles 15 degrees for optimal viewing.</p>
<p>The <strong>Holder with Tilt Swivel and Pass-Through Connector</strong> will make docking and undocking, your iPhone 3G S, easier and more convenient. Attach your stereo cable, charging cable or any other iPhone compatible cable, to the bottom of the holder, to create a docking station. Your iPhone 3G S is conveniently on the dash within easy reach and slides in and out of the holder with one hand. The holder is custom made with a neat and discreet design and tilts 15 degrees, in any direction, for optimal viewing.</p>
<p>The <strong>Adjustable Holder with Tilt Swivel and Pass-Through Connector</strong> has all the benefits of the above Holder with Tilt Swivel and Pass-Through Connector plus it is designed to accommodate your encased iPhone 3G S. This Adjustable Holder will adjust from a width of 2.3? (60mm) to 3.2? (82mm).</p>
<p>The <strong>ProClip Vehicle Mount</strong> provides the mounting platform to attach any of the ProClip holders. The ProClip Vehicle Mount is the only vehicle specific, consumer installable mounting bracket in today’s global market. The mount clips into the dashboard seams, providing a very sturdy and tight fit. Average installation time is 2 minutes. No dismantling of the dashboard is required and there is no damage to the vehicle’s interior!</p></blockquote>
<p>Feel free to check out the <a href="http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/home/permalink/?ndmViewId=news_view&amp;newsId=20090708005697&amp;newsLang=en" target="_blank">press release</a> too.</p>
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		<title>Jump Start Your Day: The SelfCharge Auto Jumper</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/07/06/jump-start-your-day-the-selfcharge-auto-jumper/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2009 18:22:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Everyone has had that dreaded moment: getting into the car, turning the key and realizing with a sinking &#8220;click&#8221; that the battery is dead. Out in the middle of nowhere, what do you do? Well, now with the SelfCharge Auto Jumper, there is something you can do for yourself, and device itself is small and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1498" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/selfcharge-auto-jumper.jpg" alt="selfcharge-auto-jumper" width="152" height="183" />Everyone has had that dreaded moment: getting into the car, turning the key and realizing with a sinking &#8220;click&#8221; that the battery is dead. Out in the middle of nowhere, what do you do? Well, now with the SelfCharge Auto Jumper, there is something you can do for yourself, and device itself is small and easily storable.</p>
<p>The SelfCharge Auto Jumper hooks inside of your car through the cigarette lighter.  After it’s hooked up 10 minutes (or so) later, your car should be up and running.  The device is rechargeable and can be recharged 500 times, so its definitely economical and reusable.</p>
<p>It can even work to re-juice cellphones, laptops and other smaller gadgets too.  This modern safety gadget will run you <a href="http://www.vat19.com/dvds/auto-jumper-jumpstarts-car-without-cables.cfm" target="_blank">$44.95</a>.  If that&#8217;s a bit tall for your budget, there’s a version that plugs in through the cigarette lighter that requires a second car for <a href="http://www.vat19.com/dvds/easy-quick-jumper-jump-start-cables.cfm" target="_blank">$25.95</a> (though that sort of defeats the point a little).</p>
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		<title>Move It: The R-35 GPS Tracker</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/07/04/move-it-the-r-35-gps-tracker/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 04 Jul 2009 19:40:10 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[GPS]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[ARKNAV is steadily making a name for itself in the GPS navigation market, and their latest device is the R-35 GPS Tracker, which has several potential applications. Here&#8217;s the skinny from the site: Our extremely compact GPS tracker features a built-in motion sensor and is ideal for movement detection or anti-theft applications with vehicles or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1490" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/07/r-35-mini-tracker.jpg" alt="r-35-mini-tracker" width="205" height="205" />ARKNAV is steadily making a name for itself in the GPS navigation market, and their latest device is the R-35 GPS Tracker, which has several potential applications.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s the skinny from the site:</p>
<blockquote><p>Our extremely compact GPS tracker features a built-in motion sensor and is ideal for movement detection or anti-theft applications with vehicles or other assets. It is so lightweight and compact that it can even be used as a stop-motion detection device for the elderly — with alerts when subjects are not moving. And our tracker can be housed in an optional magnetic waterproof box with either a large rechargeable battery or external I/O power cables for easy attachment to vehicles.</p></blockquote>
<p>Motion detection is can be a key technology for the elderly or chronically ill, and with the R-35’s built-in motion sensor, it can be utilized quite well. Of course, this works great for asset or vehicle protection as well.</p>
<p>Press release is <a href="http://www.businesswire.com/portal/site/home/permalink/?ndmViewId=news_view&amp;newsId=20090702005133&amp;newsLang=en" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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		<title>Talk to the Wheel: The Steering Wheel Bluetooth Speakerphone</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/06/11/talk-to-the-wheel-the-steering-wheel-bluetooth-speakerphone/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:46:20 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Bluetooth]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[It seems more and more US states (and now some countries) are banning cellphone usage while driving, so wireless solutions have jumped in popularity recently. This is one of the more unusual gadgets: the Steering Wheel Bluetooth Speakerphone. More from the creators: This is the Bluetooth speakerphone that attaches to your steering wheel, placing the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/2666dlurlt8BGCCHAF8A9CG9FFB?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hammacher.com%2Fpublish%2F76781.asp%3Fsource%3DCJ&amp;cm_mmc=CJ-_-1833463-_-2733816-_-Hammacher%20Product%20Catalog&amp;cjsku=76781" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1418" title="Steering Wheel Bluetooth Speakerphone" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/steering-wheel-bt.jpg" alt="steering-wheel-bt" width="200" height="200" /></a>It seems more and more US states (and now some countries) are banning cellphone usage while driving, so wireless solutions have jumped in popularity recently. This is one of the more unusual gadgets: the Steering Wheel Bluetooth Speakerphone.</p>
<p>More from the creators:</p>
<blockquote><p>This is the Bluetooth speakerphone that attaches to your steering wheel, placing the microphone and speakers closer to you for easier conversations without taking your hands off the wheel. The device uses two 2-watt speakers coupled with noise reduction and echo cancellation technologies for clear transmission and reception. Inbound calls appear on the device’s 9/16? display as either numbers or names (depending upon how your cell phone is set up), allowing you to accept or reject calls with a press of a button. Volume, mute, and phone book buttons allow further control right from the steering wheel. The device can be paired with up to eight different cell phones and you can transfer up to 600 phone numbers to its 256MB memory. Its rechargeable battery provides five hours of continuous talk time from a three-hour charge using the included DC car adapter.</p></blockquote>
<p>The <a title="Steering Wheel Bluetooth Speakerphone" href="http://www.anrdoezrs.net/2666dlurlt8BGCCHAF8A9CG9FFB?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hammacher.com%2Fpublish%2F76781.asp%3Fsource%3DCJ&amp;cm_mmc=CJ-_-1833463-_-2733816-_-Hammacher%20Product%20Catalog&amp;cjsku=76781" target="_blank">$99.95</a> retail price isn&#8217;t terrible, but you won&#8217;t be able to use it outside the car, so that makes it not good if you&#8217;re in and out of your car a lot. Still a pretty interesting take on wireless car conversation, however.</p>
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		<title>Little Car Lost&#8230;and Found: The ECCO GPS Keychain</title>
		<link>http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/2009/06/10/little-car-lostand-found-the-ecco-gps-keychain/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2009 02:38:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Derek</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Car Accessories]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[GPS]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Ever parked, went into a store&#8230;and have no idea where you parked once you exit the store? Well, this new gadget may be just the ticket to have. The ECCO GPS keychain aims to solve this age old problem: Simply ‘lock’ in your starting location, go do your thing, then follow the ECCO’s idiot-proof LCD [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=gQLohpyJ94o&amp;subid=&amp;offerid=143894.1&amp;type=10&amp;tmpid=3324&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Ffirebox.com%252Fproduct%252F2387%252FECCO-GPS-Keychain" target="_blank"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-1414" title="ECCO GPS Keychain" src="http://www.gadgetsleuth.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/06/ecco-gps.jpg" alt="ecco-gps" width="200" height="200" /></a>Ever parked, went into a store&#8230;and have no idea where you parked once you exit the store? Well, this new gadget may be just the ticket to have.</p>
<p>The ECCO GPS keychain aims to solve this age old problem:</p>
<blockquote><p>Simply ‘lock’ in your starting location, go do your thing, then follow the ECCO’s idiot-proof LCD display. You’ll be tucked up before you can say ‘I’m sure I turned right at that big tree.’ Cooler still, the ECCO will store up to three locations, so you can find your way back to your remote guesthouse via the pub with a quick pit stop at that kebab shop you stumbled across the night before. Despite its diminutive dimensions, the ECCO utilises the very latest GPS technology. Satellite acquisition time is 30-60 seconds max, and it is accurate to within 10m.</p></blockquote>
<p>Now that&#8217;s accurate, folks! Will it work in underground garages? Not a question that is answered, and one to wonder about. The ECCO will retail for <a title="ECCO GPS Keychain" href="http://click.linksynergy.com/fs-bin/click?id=gQLohpyJ94o&amp;subid=&amp;offerid=143894.1&amp;type=10&amp;tmpid=3324&amp;RD_PARM1=http%253A%252F%252Ffirebox.com%252Fproduct%252F2387%252FECCO-GPS-Keychain" target="_blank">£69.95</a>.</p>
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