The Most Popular Handheld GPS

Consumer perceptions of handheld GPS according to Research and Markets at http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c40842

In-Sights: Consumer Perceptions of Handheld GPS Devices
In-Stat/MDR, Aug 2006, Pages: 9

Global Positioning System (GPS) technology is now low-cost enough to incorporate into portable Consumer Electronic (CE) devices that are affordable for most consumers. We wanted to determine the level of interest for handheld GPS devices as standalone products, as well as GPS integration in other portable products.

This latest primary research-based report offers survey results that show respondents’ level of familiarity with portable GPS products. In addition, it highlights handheld GPS owners’ purchase influencers and brand preferences. Finally, the report outlines respondents’ opinions toward GPS integration in other portable devices, such as cell phones, MP3 players, and Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs).

This report should be of interest to handheld GPS device manufacturers, as well as suppliers to and manufacturers of other portable CE devices that are looking to incorporate GPS technology as an additional, compelling feature.

Popular GPS based on consumer report tests on:-






Dash Express Two-Way Internet-Connected Portable GPS Navigator










Garmin nüvi 880 4.3-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator










Magellan Maestro 4050 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator








Panasonic Car CNGP50U Strada Portable Mobile Navigation System with 5"" Widescreen LCD Monitor








Sony NVU83T 4.8'' Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator









TomTom ONE 130 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator













TomTom GO 730 4.3-inch Touchscreen Portable GPS Navigator with Bluetooth





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The most popular Handheld GPS on CNet shopper includes:-

Magellan Maestro 4250
Garmin Nuvi 760
Garmin Nuvi 350
Garmin Nuvi 660
Garmin nuvi 260W
Widescreen GPS Receiver
Garmin Nuvi 880