LAS VEGAS, NV, Jan 07 (MARKET WIRE) --
2008 International CES -- Nav N Go, the leading GPS navigation solution
provider,
today announces the launch of lifelike 3D navigation software, Nav N Go
iGO8, at 2008 International CES for North America. This will allow North
American
hardwaremanufacturers to embed the advanced 3D navigation software in their
navigation
devices.
The unique visualization engine of Nav N Go iGO8 offers high-definition 3D
navigation maps of terrain, road elevation, landmarks and buildings. It shows
almost 13 miles in a single view on personal navigation devices (PNDs), smart
phones and game consoles. Packaged with the powerful and advanced graphical
engine
for 3D and 2D modes, Nav N Go iGO8 does not need any specific hardware
requirements for installation.
In Europe, Nav N Go iGO8 is already available in the personal navigation
devices Mio C620, Mio C620T (with Traffic Message Channel) and an entry-level
device Mio C230. Beginning March 2008, Sony will sell its gaming console
PlayStation(R)Portable with Nav N Go iGO8 software in Europe. In the
secondquarter of 2008, V7 by Ingram Micro will launch a customized version of
NavN Go iGO8 with their V7 GPS line of Portable Navigation Devices for North
America. The product is also used to power the navigation capabilities of
the new HP's iPAQ 314 and 316 Travel Companion for Europe and HP iPAQ 310
Travel Companion in North America.
"The demand for 3D navigation software initiated by Internet satellite
imagery is
soaring in the international market. It is predicted that 90 to 95 percent
European and 80 percent of North American devices will have some form of photo
realism by 2012," said Leon van de Pas, CEO of Nav N Go. "Therefore, most of
our partners are gradually migrating to Nav N Go iGO8 to expand their product
offerings. Sensing the huge potential in the APAC region, we are venturing
into many Asian countries like India and China with Nav N Go iGO8 in the first
quarter of 2008, as both the language support and map data are ready."
Providing integrated multimedia experience, Nav N Go iGO8 comes with
built-in
music and video player, preinstalled games, and travel guides. With an interface
that is clear, intuitive and easy to use, the new Nav N Go iGO8 has Normal
mode for less experienced users and Expert mode for advanced ones. The
software comes with text-to-speech capability that offers directions with real
city, street and highway names.
Also known for its precise and affordable digital maps, Nav N Go iGO8
covers more than 70 countries globally with navigable maps. The new format
also supports exonyms, or non-native place name designations, giving users the
ability to easily locate desired destinations even if the name is spelled in
a foreign language. The software even supports non-Latin characters such as
Arabic,Chinese, Greek, Hebrew, Japanese and Russian, and also comes pre-loaded
with
millions of advanced points of interest (POI).
Experience Nav N Go iGO8, an advanced 3D navigation software, firsthand at
Nav N Go's booth 4809 located in the North Hall of the Convention Center
atCES Las Vegas.
About Nav N Go
Nav N Go (www.navngo.com) is a dynamic, innovative software development
company that
offers the latest solutions for 3D satellite navigation, mobile applications and
content/community services on a variety of platforms. Founded in 2004, Nav N
Go launched its first product in Germany at CeBIT 2006. Since then, it has
formed
partnerships with more than 30 hardware manufacturers worldwide including
Mio Technology Europe, Harman Kardon, LG Electronics, Audiovox, MyGuide, Sony
Computer Entertainment Europe, Ingram Micro, Funai and over 20 additional A and
B
brands. The company provides reliable navigation solutions in more than 70
countriesand in 39 different languages.
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