Next Generation GPS – Welcom Mio-tech

Information taken from Press Release

Under the theme “Explore More,” Mio Technology is presenting an array of new devices including its latest car and PDA navigation systems, concept products and GPS PDA phones for the worldwide market, along with new technology spun from the company’s partnerships with Tele Atlas and SiRF Technology.

Mio Technology will also demonstrate its new family of “Move” devices, as well as its new MioMore Online connected service. Additionally, Mio Technology has finalized its merger with Navman, bringing that company’s navigation software and content expertise under the same roof as Mio Technology’s innovative hardware. Attendees familiar with Mio Technology’s brand may notice another change at the show – the company will be presenting its refreshed corporate identity for the first time, designed to reflect the company’s expanding product and service portfolio.

“CES gives us an opportunity to showcase our full range of unique GPS devices available in stores now, but also gives visitors a look into the future of the market and what they may see on shelves in the coming months,” said Samuel Wang, president, Mio Technology Corporation. “We’ve shown consumers and the competition that we are here to stay and now we’re taking our brand to the next level by showcasing new products, new partnerships and a new look for the company.”

New Technologies: SiRF InstantFix II™ and Tele Atlas™ 3D Maps Mio Technology is also providing a glimpse at two new innovations in conjunction with booth partners Tele Atlas and SiRF Technology. SiRFInstantFix II™ positioning technology enables users to enjoy afaster time-to-first-GPS-fix.

The company is now delivering devices that feature this technology to customers in Asia and Europe with plans to offer it in a number of North American products in 2008. The newest 3-D European map content from Tele Atlas sports life-like 3-D representations of major landmarks so users can navigate European cities with an unparalleled sense of realism. Mio Technology continues to gauge consumer interest in 3-D map content, including landmarks and city maps, in all
regions and will respond accordingly.

As you know We have given away a Mio c320 and hope to be giving away another unit in the near future. if you didn’t get a chance to check out the show make sure to visit the Mio-tech website for their entire line of GPS products.