Navman Releases SmartST V2 3D-View Navigation Software

Navigation Leader Enhances GPS Product Line with New Feature-Packed Software

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif., April 27 -- Navman, a leading designer and manufacturer of world-class global positioning systems (GPS), communication and marine products, announced today its new powerful and featured-packed SmartST(TM) Version 2 software. With the advanced capabilities today's consumers expect from a comprehensive GPS solution, V2 delivers a cutting edge navigation feature set. The new software is available on Navman's popular Windows(R) Mobile(TM) Pocket PC solutions, and on Navman's iCN 630 transferable in-vehicle navigation devices. Innovative, safe and easy-to-use, Navman's suite of navigation solutions with V2 software are the most dependable guidance system on the market.

Designed for road warriors and casual drivers alike, the latest version of Navman's award-winning SmartST navigation software provides detailed street- level mapping for the 48 contiguous states, Hawaii, Alaska and Canada (Western European and Australian maps sold separately). SmartST V2's hot new features include a handy zip code search tool, the ability to pre-select areas to avoid, town to town routing capability, complete route summary, Microsoft(R) Outlook(TM) integration for advanced address-to-contact routing (Pocket PC solutions only), enhanced zooming functionality and a striking 3D map display option. These features complement the wide variety of SmartST standard capabilities, like address-to-address routing, selectable map views, automatic and manual zoom for map detail control, Back-on-Track(TM) rerouting when off- course, day and night screen modes and an extensive points-of-interest library. As always, the fully automated software provides voice guidance, in addition to visual driving instructions and, large display icons and easy-to- read maps provide an operator-friendly interface for added safety while driving. SmartST V2 map and points-of-interest data is provided by Tele Atlas.

"The new version of our SmartST is engineered to truly enhance the overall navigation experience," said George Arnott, president of Navman USA. "3D map viewing allows users to make a more realistic connection with the software, seeing the road and turns up ahead the way they do through the windshield, while features like Outlook integration and area avoidance allow them to more easily enter and route to their destination. We have also increased the versatility of our products by extending our map coverage to include Alaska and Canada, and adding support for several additional languages. Taken together, our SmartST software, coupled with one of Navman's high-quality navigation devices, provides the most comprehensive, portable guidance solution on the market."

Availability

Navman SmartST V2 software is available at electronics stores nationwide, and is competitively priced at $189.95. iCN 630 customers are entitled to a free V2 upgrade and should visit the Navman website for details. For more information on SmartST V2, Navman and its entire GPS product line, call 866- 9NAVMAN, or visit www.navman.com.

About Navman:

Navman is a recognized leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of high reliability GPS, marine, vehicle navigation and mobile positioning and communication solutions. Navman is committed to the creation of world-class products that add value to its broad base of users. Navman's success comes from taking high cost, sophisticated technologies and applying them to mass markets. The company's growth is fueled by its reputation for providing products to its OEM customer base and through its own distribution network and partners with the Navman brand name.

Navman and the Navman logo are registered trademarks of Navman. All other product names are registered trademarks of their respective holders.

   Diane DuVall
   VP of Marketing & Sales
   Navman USA, Inc.
   949-461-7150
   dduvall@navman.com

   Andrew Golden
   Golden Public Relations
   617-413-6521
   agolden@andrewgolden.com