TomTom Expands Product Line to Include New TomTom Go Pre-Loaded With Maps of the Entire United States
All-in-one Portable In-Car Navigation Device Covering the United States and Canada
CONCORD, Mass., Oct. 5 -- TomTom, a leading in-car navigation solution provider, today announces its TomTom GO(TM) with pre-loaded detailed maps of the United States. The new TomTom GO complements the existing product line by offering an all-in-one navigation device that works straight out of the box. The TomTom GO with pre-loaded maps of the United States provides users with an easy-to-use plug and go navigation solution. Users need only to turn on the GO, insert the provided memory card with pre-loaded maps, and start navigating.
"With the new TomTom GO product, we have set an entirely new standard in what consumers can expect from personal navigation," said Jocelyn Vigreux, President of TomTom USA. "TomTom continues to solidify our leadership position by offering the most comprehensive set of navigation devices available on the market. We remain fully committed to the PDA market and will continue to release new versions of the award-winning TomTom Navigator software for the Pocket PC and Palm platforms. With this broad product range, TomTom is well positioned to strengthen its leadership role in the fast growing personal navigation market, offering different solutions to different consumer groups," concluded Vigreux.
Easy To Use:
TomTom has leveraged its expertise in navigation solutions to make TomTom GO the easiest to use navigation device available today. TomTom GO can be easily mounted to any car windshield or dashboard in seconds with the supplied car mounting kit. Simply turn the device on and you are immediately ready to navigate. Users will enjoy pre-loaded maps of the entire United States, full door-to-door navigation capabilities, color 3D navigation views, as well as voice-guided routing instructions.
By using TomTom GO's unique and unparalleled touch screen interface there is no need to wrestle with multiple buttons or extra hardware when calculating routes. The intuitive touch screen interface allows you to plan a route with just a few taps of the screen. At the end of the trip, simply turn TomTom GO off with the click of a button. TomTom GO can be easily transported from car to car. The GO's compact and stylish design combined with its 5-hour built-in rechargeable battery make it the perfect traveling companion.
Retailers can now offer an all-in-one solution that is so easy for consumers to buy and use immediately without any complicated installation or setup. TomTom was recently awarded top accolades at RetailVision(TM) for "The Best Digital Home Product". The award reinforced TomTom's commitment to producing the best products for consumers, and reiterated that retailers are embracing TomTom's product line of portable, personal navigation products.
"Navigation systems continue to be a growing category for Tweeter and an important component to a complete mobile electronics solution," said Dan Jeancola, Vice President of Audio and Mobile Electronics for Tweeter Home Entertainment Group. "We feel that the TomTom GO product is an excellent option for our customers."
Pricing and Availability:
TomTom GO with pre-loaded maps is available immediately at major retailers and e-tailers. Pricing is $999 in the United States. For a complete list of retailers visit the TomTom website at http://www.tomtom.com/.
About TomTom
TomTom is a global provider of navigation solutions for mobile consumers. TomTom offers mobile users a broad range of innovative travel products for handheld computers and mobile phones, including personal navigation systems, travel guides and dictionaries. TomTom was founded in 1991 in The Netherlands and has offices in Amsterdam, London, and Concord, Massachusetts. The company's products are sold through a distribution network of top retailers in more than 15 countries. To learn more about TomTom, visit http://www.tomtom.com/.
About Tweeter
Tweeter Home Entertainment Group, Inc. was founded in 1972 by current Chairman Sandy Bloomberg. Based in Canton, Massachusetts, the company is a national specialty consumer electronics retailer, providing complete home and mobile entertainment solutions. The company's fiscal 2003 revenues were $787 million. Tweeter has been named a "Consumer Electronics Retailer of the Year" by Audio-Video International every year since 1979 and was named one of the "100 Fastest Growing Companies" by Fortune in 2002. Tweeter Home Entertainment Group, Inc. now operates 176 stores under the Tweeter, HiFi Buys, Sound Advice, Bang & Olufsen, Electronic Interiors, Showcase Home Entertainment and Hillcrest High Fidelity names in the New England, Texas, Southern California, Mid-Atlantic, Chicago, Southeast, Florida and Phoenix markets. The company employs more than 3,700 associates.
Further information on the Tweeter Home Entertainment Group can be found on the company's web sites at http://www.twtr.com/ and http://www.tweeter.com/.
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Technical specifications
Processor 200MHz ARM920T
Screen 3.5" 320 x 240 x 262,144 color TFT LCD
Memory 32MB RAM
Battery Internal 2,200 mAh Li-Ion
Size and weight 4.5 x 3.6 x 2.3inches. 0.68 lbs.
Memory card SD card included, contains application and
maps of the entire United States
GPS receiver Integrated 12-channel "All-in-View" tracking with
internal antenna and support for external active
antenna
Assisted satellite GPS location assisted by unique integrated dead
navigation reckoning system. Maintains position during loss of
satellite signal such as in a tunnel.
Sound Powerful Internal loudspeaker and optional connection
to car stereo system
Power supply Cigarette lighter plug and universal mains adapter
PC-connection USB cable
Accessories Inter-changeable colored front plates
Additional car mounting options
Active antenna kit
Professional docking kit for direct connection to car
power supply and audio system.
