Press Release
Destinator 7 for your PDA is here
Destinator Technologies launches new version of its award-winning navigation software
" Improved user experience " Advanced Text-To-Speech " Faster improved routing and up-to-date maps " Broader range of compatible hardware " Premium TMC Coverage with no monthly fees or yearly subscription
Munich, 15th November 2007
Destinator Technologies today announces the launch of Destinator 7, the latest version of its award-winning mobile navigation software, with a range of exciting and innovative new features to transform your PDA into a full satellite navigation solution.
Designed specifically to meet the needs of PDA users, Destinator 7 delivers new levels of performance in four key areas:
Faster, easier routing - wherever you go
Destinator has made a number of improvements to its core routing engine already regarded as industry-leading for its speed, accuracy and ease of use. This fundamental element of the navigation experience has undergone a major overhaul to improve route finding to an unmatchable level.
Improved User Interface and experience - clearer, easier, more accessible
Version 7 of Destinator's award winning satellite navigation software has a new distinctive user interface and offers several improvements based on the company's high-performance routing engine. This delivers faster map rendering, improved GPS performance and map panning to provide complete and seamless continuity.
Destinator 7's release coincides with the availability of the latest maps from Navteq and TeleAtlas, giving the industry's largest territory coverage (and in 25 languages).
A new approach to the use of POIs (points of interest) has been developed to include a wider search facility - now by name and area - plus a 'high level POI' search facility, allowing users to quickly access frequently searched categories. There is also a "Dial a POI" feature, whereby users can call their chosen destination direct from the Navigation software at the touch of an on-screen button when used in conjunction with a connected PDA.
Destinator 7 also includes a full "text to speech" function which rapidly processes routing information and provides timely, clear, natural-sounding audio directions, even down to street name level. Other new features include a compass module.
Keeping traffic moving - improved TMC and detour routing
Keeping motorists on the move is key for any navigation system - and Destinator 7 has been developed to meet the challenge.
Destinator 7 supports the ever-growing geographic range of Premium TMC (Traffic Message Channel) services. This will enable V7 users to access; RAC Trafficmaster's unrivalled up-to-the minute traffic information collated from over 7,500 roadside sensors which calculate the speed of traffic on the UK's motorway and trunk road network; plus incident information from police forces and local authorities that is collated by the RAC to warn drivers of road closures and road works. The TMC service is displayed as icons on detailed mapping and will automatically guide you around traffic jams.
Improved detour routing is also a key Destinator 7 feature - warning drivers of congestion ahead and suggesting multiple alternative routes as well as avoidance of gated communities, ferries and self-selected 'roads to avoid'.
Destinator Technologies VP of Product Management and Marketing John Craig said: "Drivers want fast seamless navigation with the richest most relevant information delivered to them when they want it. We've developed Destinator 7 with this in mind - improving our routing engine, extending and enhancing our POI portfolio and usability, plus advanced TMC services that will provide drivers with safer, easier travel."
Destinator 7 builds on the company's reputation for its powerful routing engine, ease of use, quality mapping, reliability and speed of response - features which have made Destinator software the most popular choice for personal navigation device manufacturers worldwide.
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Destinator 7 = £76.99 Inc VAT Destinator 7 and Traffic SAM = £115.99 Inc VAT Destinator 7 is available in 25 languages and will be backed by Destinator's global customer support network. Destinator software is compatible with a vast number of different platforms thanks to its flexible architecture which include, amongst others, Windows, Windows Mobile, Symbian and Linux.
About Destinator Technologies
Destinator Technologies makes navigation easier for mobile people. The company develops navigation solutions for use on mobile devices such as dedicated navigation devices, mobile phones and PDA's. Important information in terms of location and destination is now available anytime, anywhere to suit the individual requirements of any user. Destinator Technologies cooperates with leading OEMs, hardware manufacturers and wireless vendors. Its highly customizable software makes it the partner of choice of many leading brands in the navigation market. Initially founded in 2003, Destinator Technologies is among the top software vendors on the global navigation market. The company has offices in USA, Canada, Germany, Israel, Taiwan and China. For further information, please visit www.destinatortechnologies.com
Press Contact Destinator: Destinator Technologies GmbH The PR Room Ltd Graham Dowall Tel.: 0845 094 2902 Email: graham.dowall@theprroom.co.uk
