GPS

Garmin’s line of satellite navigation devices offers options to suit every user. One customization feature enables you to choose from a variety of different map packages, depending on the…

A waypoint coordinate is any of a set of numbers that define the location of a point on the surface of the Earth in terms of its latitude, longitude and, often, its altitude. Users of the Global…

The touchscreen on a Garmin nuvi GPS usually loses sensitivity or stops responding if it's lost calibration. This usually happens after prolonged usage. Touchscreen problems are also caused by dirt,…

The Garmin nuvi 260W relies on computers for system updates and transferring updated maps. However, even though the GPS is compatible with Windows Vista operating systems, the computer won't recognize…

Garmin's MapGPS 72 and MapGPS 76 are no longer in production, although as of the time of publication, both are still readily available. The biggest single difference between the two GPS receivers is…

The .at5 file extension is associated with mapping and global positioning systems programs produced by Lowrance, a software and electronics manufacturer for anglers, recreational boaters and other…

The Garmin Nuvi 255W GPS unit supports computer connectivity through a miniature USB cable. Garmin does not supply the mini-USB cable with the device. Many electronic devices with computer…

Jailbroken iPhones have been unlocked from iTunes and can install software from the independent Cydia app store. This software isn't required to pass through Apple's approvals process, so often…

The Global Positioning System, called GPS, allows drivers to find any location in the world with little effort. Since the GPS is primarily used in automobiles, devices that support the technology must…

The MapSource software lets you create and store your own maps for addresses and directions. The software imports any IMG file format so that you can edit maps from other programs such as Garmin IMG…

Windows Phone devices feature built-in GPS that is used for a variety of phone applications such as maps, camera and search to provide location-related search results. Windows Phone developers can use…

Your Garmin Nuvi 780 comes with a lithium-ion battery that charges when connected to a car adapter or computer via USB cable. If you leave the Nuvi attached to the USB charger, the battery lasts…

Alongside its collection of handheld geocaching devices, two-ray radios and flight decks, automotive global positioning systems form the bread and butter of Garmin's product lineup. Though users of…

As surveyors and geographers establish elevation for development purposes, spatial appraisal or cartographic record, a hiker often wants his own assessment while on the trail or in the bush.…

Some older models of the Garmin Nuvi, such as the Garmin Nuvi 200W, lack the option to set the keyboard to QWERTY. This makes typing address information difficult, if not annoying. Fortunately, you…

The Raytheon GPS's sensor, antenna and receiver's location directly affects its strength. The cable that connects the receiver and sensor must also be installed correctly for the equipment to operate…

Like a radar detector, your handheld global positioning system includes a mounting bracket that attaches to your vehicle’s windshield or dashboard. The bracket contains a swiveling component…

The Garmin Nuvi 265T is a portable GPS navigation unit that features a color quarter video graphics array and thin film transistor back-lit display, rechargeable battery, preloaded maps, real-time…

Microsoft Flight Simulator X is a computer application that puts you in the cockpit of an airplane and lets you maneuver through real-world flying situations. The application includes an actual…

A GPS locator map is a map that is displayed by a Global Positioning System to provide a visual guide in addition to the audio directions generally provided by such systems. The level of detail can…

The Garmin Communicator plug-in allows you to convert maps from Google Maps to files compatible with the MapSource. The MapSource software is used to manage your Garmin maps, tracks and…

Unlock the maps located on the myGarmin website for the Garmin Nuvi 250 by transferring the unlock codes to the Garmin GPS unit. The Garmin Nuvi 250 communicates with the myGarmin website via the…

Global positioning system (GPS) receivers come in a wide variety of formats, from those that are mounted and integrated into cars and phones to dedicated handheld devices. A problem faced by every…

Garmin GPS fitness devices help you keep track of your workouts using a combination of GPS maps and the Training Center computer program. Even though Garmin’s Training Center uses the maps…

One of the main user-friendly features of the Garmin Nuvi 350 GPS is its voice navigation system. When you enter a destination into the GPS, the device's voice will work in conjunction with the map on…

The Garmin GPSMAP 76 is a handheld GPS unit with a proprietary data port. Its cable is configured to connect to a serial port on a PC, but serial ports are relatively rare on computers as of…

The picture you see when you turn on your Garmin GPS is called the splash screen. The regular splash screen shows the Garmin logo, but you can change it to a custom image using a computer and the USB…

The App Store has several family tracking apps that use the iPhone GPS to tell a family member where you are at a given moment. The GPS can drain the battery quickly, or you may be in a situation…

The Garmin Nuvi 265 is a global positioning system device, or GPS, that has comes with pre-loaded maps installed at the factory. The 265 is part of the Nuvi 205 GPS series. Individual maps can be…

The 250W and 255W are portable automobile global positioning system devices developed by Garmin. Both devices are part of the company's Nuvi 200 series of entry-level GPS products. Garmin released…

Launched in 2009, Foursquare is a location-based mobile application accessed by more than 10 million smartphone users, at the date of publication. Members use Foursquare to "check in" to restaurants,…

Released in 2010, the Sanyo Zio, also known as the Kyocera Zio M6000, was met with mixed reviews when it first hit the market. CNET Reviews praised the smartphone for its design and call quality, but…

Garmin GPS units come with maps pre-installed on the SD card, but you can add more maps to this card using the Garmin MapSource software. The maps are loaded on to the SD card through this software,…

Finding satellite coordinates is a technical way of discussing latitude and longitude. The Global Positioning System and hand held GPS devices enabled by global satellites have made the long form of…

The popular navigation website MapQuest allows you to plan the route for a trip using the many features on the site and then download the information to your Garmin global positioning system unit. You…

The Garmin StreetPilot c550 is a handheld mobile GPS with features including preloaded City Navigator NT street maps, an extensive database detailing various points of interest (POIs); the ability to…

The Angry Birds game by Rovio is a popular game on mobile devices. Most versions of Angry Birds support small ads that allow the game to continue to be free. There are a couple of ways these ads can…

Garmin, known more for its production of GPS devices than mobile phones, released the Garmin-Asus nuvifone A50 on June 9, 2010, exclusively for T-Mobile. CNET Australia praised the smartphone for its…

The LG Ally smartphone includes several features that are designed to make your experience with the phone easier and more enjoyable. Among the features is the ability to pair with another…

"Angry Birds" is an application that originally was released on the Apple iPhone in 2009. Since then it has become available on Andriod phones and other devices. You help a group of flightless birds…

A TomTom is a portable Global Positioning System, or GPS, navigational unit that helps people travel from one destination to another destination. Most TomToms come with an itinerary feature that helps…

"Angry Birds" is a popular application for mobile phones. The physics game involves using a slingshot to shoot birds at pigs stationed on various structures. Depending on your cell phone provider, the…

Adobe Acrobat is a program designed to create, edit and view PDF files. A stripped down version of the program, Acrobat Reader, allows users who don't own the full version of Acrobat to view PDF files…

You add maps to the MapSource software application that synchronizes with various models of Garmin GPS devices by using a stand-alone installation program. Download and install the Moagu "MapSet…

Global positioning systems, or GPS devices, allow users to navigate, track and store map information between any number of points. These mobile devices communicate with satellites to relay precise…

Geocaching is a treasure hunting game that utilizes GPS units to locate hidden caches left by other players. This outdoor activity leads users to an area where a container is hidden with trinkets…

Your Garmin GPS contains a lithium ion battery that charges when you connect the device to a computer or other power source, and even charges when you use it in your vehicle. If you charge the Garmin…

A portable GPS offers the safety of always knowing where you are going, as well as the convenience of being able to remove the GPS when you have a rental or borrowed car. A GPS with a large screen is…

The Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx is a hand-held global positioning system unit with a microSD card slot, a barometer and a compass built-in to the device. This waterproof GPS is made for outdoor use with the…

"Angry Birds" is a popular game played primarily on smartphones. Initially developed by Apple, it has since been developed for use on Android phones, and even computer systems. The game allows players…