Road Trip Traditions
When I was growing up, my family had a number of traditions that we’d uphold on every road trip. For instance, my brother and I would occupy our time in the backseat by counting as many unique state license plates as we could. Sometimes we’d even play road kill bingo. Mom sat quietly in the shotgun seat, completing her crossword puzzles and anticipating mischief while watching us through the rear-view mirror.
For his part, Dad was obsessed with finding the quickest way possible to reach our destination. Whether it was a roadside inn, a tourist trap or a distant relative’s house, Dad had a knack for taking us in precisely the wrong direction. If in dash GPS units had existed back then, he still would have been too stubborn to use them. Inevitably, we would run low on fuel and run inside a gas station to get navigational instructions.
Utilizing Modern Day Technologies
It seems that the latest in the technology trend is owning a handheld GPS. What used to be a device used only by the government for navigation and security purposes is now available to anyone and everyone. It has made navigation easier, especially when in an unknown area. With a GPS device, you can determine your location, the distance of your destination, the easiest route to get to your destination, and many more.
The Lowrance iFinder h2o has been proven useful especially for people who enjoy the outdoors. This particular device is popular among hikers because of its vibrant color display and its rugged look. It contains built-in maps that allow one to navigate around any unfamiliar area and it is easy-to-use.
GPS Devices Still the Best
I’ve had a GPS device that I keep in my car for several months now, but last week my friend, who had his new cell phone GPS, told me that my unit was outdated technology. The real test came when we needed to find this bar downtown, my friend, Jack, took out his cell phone and started looking for the place. I plugged in the address on my iWay 600c, and in just a few seconds, I had a lock on the location and directions to get there. Jack struggled with his phone for about fifteen minutes before giving up because the phone couldn’t get a signal in the area near my place. I never let him forget it.
Thanks to my GPS, I have accurate directions whenever I need them, not just when it’s in range of service. I still think that plain old GPS devices are the best when you want to get to your destination fast and without the hassle.
Never Get Lost Again
Navigate unfamiliar streets with ease and never get lost again. Modern technology has made it possible for motorists to receive specific directions to anywhere they need to go using in dash GPS navigation systems. These handy gadgets are very simple to use. Simply select a destination and the GPS will tell you the name of the street you are in, when to turn and in what direction.
With auto GPS units, you can even monitor traffic tie-ups and be notified of accidents, road construction and weather conditions. When you miss a turn, the unit will automatically calculate a new route for you. Auto GPS units come preprogrammed with highly detailed street data and points of interest including hotels, gas stations, ATMs, etc.
Don’t Forget Your GPS!
Global positioning systems save lives. And, for anyone active in sports like hiking, mountain climbing and hunting, it is important to take a portable GPS system with you. Recently there have been many stories in the news about hikers being rescued from dire conditions because of their GPS systems. Bringing a GPS system along with you on a hike or hunting expedition shouldn’t be an afterthought–it should be a habit.
The best way to remember to bring your Delphi or Jensen GPS system with you is to keep it stored in a GPS case in your hiking backpack. If you leave it in the same location each time, you will always know where to find it. Make sure the case you store your GPS unit in is waterproof and sturdy. There’s nothing worse than getting lost in the woods only to find your GPS unit is broken or damages.
Protect Your GPS Device!
Whether you own an Amcor, Delphi, or Lowrance GPS device, it’s important to protect it from the harsh elements of the outdoors. To keep your GPS device in top condition, a carrying case is an ideal product that offers protection from rain, water, and grit. Exposure to these harmful elements can affect the efficiency of your GPS. Though the devices are sealed, that doesn’t guarantee some smaller particles of water or dirt won’t enter the device.
A GPS carrying case will ensure the safety of your GPS in all weather conditions. These amazing products are made of high quality materials that can withstand the harsh conditions of the outdoors. Some GPS carrying cases will also help your GPS stay afloat in case you accidentally drop it in the water, in addition, most have a built in sling to keep your GPS connected to your arm or jacket.
American Automakers: What Consumers Want
With all the news recently about the bailout of the American automakers, a lot of consumers are worried that even should the bailout go through, the automakers will continue to produce undesirable cars. With the past few years as reference, such a worry is more than warranted. American automakers have been too focused on fancy gadgets like in-dash GPS units, rear cameras, sound systems, and DVD players, ignoring the fact that none of these items will sell a car alone. Americans want a car that is dependable, has excellent gasoline efficiency, low emissions, and with low environmental impact. Hulking gas guzzlers, hybrid trucks, SUVs, and vans are unappealing to most consumers.
In some respects a capitalist economy should be ’survival of the fittest’, and if American automakers have all failed, perhaps it’s time for them to pass on. But one has to wonder if they have the potential to pull their act together.
Pizza Delivery in the City
While I was attending college, pizza delivery guy was one of my many jobs. Thankfully I’m better off now that I’ve graduated, but while I was delivering pizzas, I never would have survived without my iFinder GPS. The iFinder helped me find all those obscure locations around the city, and navigate to them through the one way streets, five street intersections, and endless alleys. There are some deliveries I know I would have never been able to make without the assistance of my GPS.
Even after I stopped delivering pizzas (thankfully!), I’ve gotten a lot of use out of my GPS. I still use it to navigate the city; even if I know the general location of where I’m going, it’s just so convenient to have something give you step by step instructions. I’ve also found that the GPS helps a lot when it comes to traffic. I know when I have to merge or when a turn is coming up, and when to stay in the lane that is actually moving.
The GPS Revolution
Everyone I know keeps talking about these GPS things. In fact, some people even claim to have them in their cell phones! As someone who travels a lot and is frequently lost I thought it might be wise to finally pick one of these up for myself. I was right! Since I got this I haven’t had to stop and ask directions at shady gas stations or seedy stores. It’s just me and the Pioneer AVIC-Z1 all the way to my destination.
The price really surprised me. I guess I haven’t really looked at these in a couple of years and unit like this would have cost close to a thousand bucks or more when I first checked them out. It’s nice to see technology becoming affordable. When newer stuff is cost prohibitive I tend to hold off.
Nights on the Town
Though you probably wouldn’t think of it in this manner, a GPS unit is a great way to navigate through a date! I had just moved to Seattle for a job and didn’t know a lot of people in the area. I had a profile on one of the internet dating sites, so I looked around for people in the area. In a few weeks, I had a date with someone I had met online, but I had no idea where to take her! I figured I would ask her where she wanted to go when I picked her up, but instead, on the way there I used my Jensen NVX225 to find a restaurant near her place. I found this excellent little Italian place that she loved, and after we ate, I used my GPS to find movie tickets for a late show!
When I took her home she said she had a great time and invited me to go out with her again later that week. Crisis averted thanks to my GPS unit; I never would have imagined!