Garmin's® G950™ All-Glass, Standard Configuration Avionics for Aircraft Manufacturers

OLATHE, Kan./April 8, 2008 — Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, announced today the G950 avionics suite, an all-glass avionics suite that is designed for aircraft manufacturers who want a standardized avionics configuration and will complete certification of their airframe’s avionics panel on their own. Quartz Mountain Aerospace is the first manufacturer to select the G950 for its 11E aircraft, a four-seat, single-engine airplane that is newly in production.

“The G950 is a step between the G900X and G1000,” said Gary Kelley, Garmin’s vice president of marketing. “The G900X is designed for non-certified kitbuilt planes and the G1000 is tailored to the specific aircraft that it will be installed on and generally includes the GFC 700 autopilot. The G950 fits a new niche – one which we’ve received many requests for – allowing OEMs with certified airframes to have the benefits of a proven, Garmin all-glass cockpit. Since the G950 isn’t customizable and doesn’t include the GFC 700 autopilot, OEMs will also have the benefit of a streamlined certification process.”

The G950 integrates all primary flight, navigation, communication, terrain, traffic, surveillance, weather, and engine sensor data on Garmin’s high-definition LCDs. Manufacturers can select between a two or three display G950 system, and the TFT displays boast XGA (1,024x768-pixel) resolution with wide viewing angles. The G950 does not include Garmin’s GFC 700 autopilot. The G950 is a highly reliable system that utilizes many of the same features found on Garmin’s other popular avionics suites:

• The primary flight display (PFD) replaces many of the traditional cockpit instruments and presents this information in an integrated fashion on a large-format display, and the multi-function display (MFD) puts all aircraft-systems monitoring and flight-planning functions at the pilot’s fingertips
• Designed with reversionary capabilities, allowing all flight-critical data to transfer seamlessly to a single display for added safety during flight
• Solid-state Attitude and Heading Reference System (AHRS), which can align while in motion, including in-flight dynamic restarts
• Digital Air Data Computer
• Engine-monitoring display
• Mode S transponder with Traffic Information Service (TIS)
• Dual integrated radio modules that supports VHF communications, VHF navigation with ILS and Class Gamma 3 WAAS that provides the capability to execute LPV approaches
• Digital audio control system
• Garmin SafeTaxi® airport diagrams that help pilots navigate unfamiliar airports
• Garmin FliteCharts® for Terminal Procedures (with optional ChartView powered by Jeppesen)
  

The Garmin G950 will be on display at Quartz Mountain Aerospace’s Sun ‘n Fun trade show booth in Lakeland, Florida, April 8-13, 2008.

Source: Garmin Press Release

GPS under US$200

Here the list of Budget GPS, under US$ 200 as today Amazon.com's price:

1. Garmin Nuvi 200, 3.5 inch Portable GPS navigator, pssst the price going down to US$ 159.99!!
2. Garmin Nuvi 200 4.3 inch wide screen Portable GPS navigator, only US$ 199.99
3. TomTom ONE 3rd Edition 3.5 inch Portable GPS Navigator, US$ 141.98
4. Harman Kardon GPS300 4 inch Portable GPS Navigator and MP3 player, US$ 199, just 0.3" less from Nuvi 200W screen for a same price and you get a bonus of MP3 player!!
5. Navigon 2100 3.5 inch Portable GPS Navigator, US$ 151.71
6. Garmin StreetPilot c330 3.5 inch Portable GPS Navigator (factory refurbished), US$ 144.99, bit old fashion but though and durable
   
7. Mio C230 3.5 inch Portable GPS Navigator, only US$ 126.17 the cheapest of the group.
8. Garmin Nuvi 250 3.5 inch Portable GPS Navigator, US$ 183.82
9. Nextar X3B 3.5 inch Touch Screen GPS, US$ 195.41, including MP3 player and bluetooth ready
   
10. Pharos 150 Drive GPS, US$ 177.33
11. Jensen NVX-225 3.5 Inch Portable GPS Navigator, US$ 149.99
    

TomTom ONE 3rd Edition

The price is going down!!

Check at Amazon.com, today they offer US$ 144.00, what a price! it is really cheap for world's bestselling portable GPS (you can compare to Garmin Nuvi200)

See the Amazon.com Product Description below:

TomTom's 3rd edition update to the world's bestselling portable navigation device features an updated chipset that provides better satellite lock and TomTom's new MapShare technology that lets you add your own map corrections and points of interest, then upload your corrections to and download other corrections from millions of other TomTom users via the TomTom HOME website.

TomTom Mapshare MapShare lets you add your own map corrections and POIs, then share them with the entire TomTom user community via the TomTom HOME website.

Even though the ONE, 3rd Edition is TomTom's entry-level portable GPS vehicle navigation device, it remains a complete solution with an incredible range of features.

Tiny, but Tough
A sleek design and a sharp display combine to make the TomTom ONE a vital companion on the road. THe ONE, 3rd edition comes pre-loaded with complete maps for the United States and Canada.

Weighing less than 10 ounces and measuring 4.33 x 3.5 x 1.34 inches, the TomTom ONE can be easily installed in any vehicle. An included windshield suction mount holds it in place. Plus, with an operating temperature range of an icy -10 degrees to a sweltering 55 degrees Celsius (14 to 131 degrees Fahrenheit), the navigator is durable enough for New England winters or Arizona summers. The TomTom ONE is powered by an internal lithium ion battery that can be charged from your vehicle's cigarette lighter with the included 12-24V adapter.

Easy To Use
The user-friendly design also puts it a step above other navigation systems. The crystal-clear multicolor display makes for exceptionally easy viewing of maps, routes, driving directions, and other traveling information, such as mileage and distance. Measuring 3.5 inches, the TFT display offers a resolution of 320 x 240 to provide brilliant two- and three-dimensional graphics. The device also features 32 MB RAM and 380 MHz CPU, making it responsive and zippy. Using the USB port and the provided cable, you can use your PC to add your own points of interest.

With its touch-sensitive screen, the TomTom ONE puts programming and operation literally at your fingertips to make sophisticated technology simple. The built-in database offers millions of points of interest for you to use as destinations or reference points as you plan your trip. ONE will also provide a selection of available routes, giving you the option of avoiding toll roads or choosing between the quickest or the most scenic routes. The database includes zip codes to simplify your route selection, and for extra convenience, the TomTom ONE lets you save the addresses of frequent destinations, making route planning easier and faster than ever. Other display features include a compass mode to assist you with directional orientation, and an anti-glare screen for optimal viewing even in direct sunlight.

You Can Hear Me Now
ONE provides clear and accurate turn-by-turn voice instructions, so that you don't have to take your eyes off the road while your vehicle is on the move. Voice instructions are available in over 30 languages. Tom Tom even has comedy and celebrity voices available, some for free, and others for purchase via download at TomTom's website. One nifty feature is speed-sensitive volume. With this optional feature turned on, your vehicle's engine becomes louder or quieter as your speed changes, the volume adjusts itself accordingly, guaranteeing clear and easy listening.

TomTom HOME
HOME is TomTom’s free software that enables TomTom users to future proof and personalize their devices. Via easy desktop access, any TomTom customer can update maps, download the latest application, celebrity voices and more. TomTom HOME allows TomTom customers to

• Update their TomTom device with TomTom’s latest software and services automatically and for free

• Easily buy and install the latest maps and European safety cameras

• Download celebrity and character voices

• Pre-plan trip itineraries

• Receive free traffic alerts on their computers

What's in the Box
TomTom ONE device, suction mount, car charger, USB 2.0 data cable, and installation CD with connection software and manual.

How about a map availability? check at TomTom site there is various of maps especially for North America, Western Europe, Singapore, Australia, Southern Africa and others.