Electronista: The Nuvifone from Garmin is still due for an early 2009 release despite being delayed earlier this year.
As Garmin is traditionally a portable navigation device manufacturer, the Nuvifone will bring many of the company’s technologies to its GPS mapping functionality, as well as access to high-speed 3G data networks.
When it launches, the 3.5-inch touchscreen will be responsive and simple to use, as per a hands-on report from those who had a chance to review the device. A windshield mount will be available for use in vehicles, which will turn the Nuvifone horizontally and allow it to be used as a conventional portable GPS device.
The Nuvifone’s exclusive UK carrier and other information is due to be released in the coming months.
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