Most popular car tech
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Parrot AR.Drone
08 Jan 2010 3:53 PM
This iPhone-controlled remote helicopter might be the coolest thing we've seen — it's certainly one of the coolest things at CES 2010.
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Garmin Nuvi 1390
06 Nov 2009 3:40 PM
It mightn't offer the bigger bang for buck, but the 1390 is a solid and dependable choice. We particularly like its comprehensive lane guidance and easy-to-use interface.
Specs: 4.3 inch, Bluetooth , Yes , Yes
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TomTom XL 340
29 May 2009 3:20 PM
Bedecked in black and furnished with IQ Routes, a new faster, snazzier interface and lane guidance, the XL 340 is identical to the One 140 except, you guessed it, it has a wider 4.3-inch screen.
Specs: GPS navigation device , 4.3 inch
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Garmin Nuvi 1390T
01 Dec 2009 5:30 PM
There's nothing particularly flash about it, but the 1390T is a solid and dependable choice, with traffic, lane guidance, Aussie and NZ maps, and Bluetooth hands-free amongst its features.
Specs: 4.3 inch, Bluetooth , Yes , Yes
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Navman MY50T
14 Aug 2009 2:56 PM
Step up to the MY50T and you'll get a larger than normal 4.7-inch touchscreen, traffic messaging with a lifetime Suna subscription, and Google or TrueLocal searches via a Bluetooth internet connection.
Specs: GPS navigation device , 4.7 inch, Bluetooth , No , Yes
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TomTom One 140
07 Jul 2009 5:04 PM
Same, same but slightly better than before. Quicker responses and lane guidance justify slight premium over fourth-gen One.
Specs: GPS navigation device , 3.5 inch, No , Yes
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Toyota Camry Hybrid (2010)
11 Mar 2009 4:06 PM
Previewed with a coat of brilliant paint, a dash of blingy wheel action and a sprinkle of leather fantasy at Melbourne this year, the hybrid Camry is due on sale in 2010.
Specs: petrol , Yes
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Navman MY55T
29 Jun 2009 5:22 PM
Just like the 4.7-inch MY50T, but with added goodness in the form of Bluetooth hands-free, more memory, an FM transmitter, 3D landmarks and a higher capacity battery.
Specs: GPS navigation device , 4.7 inch, Yes , Yes
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Ford Fiesta Econetic
20 Oct 2009 2:51 PM
Hold the headlines! The new Fiesta Econetic bests the Prius in the fuel economy stakes, while also being priced some AU$15k less.
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Garmin ecoRoute HD wireless dongle
07 Jan 2010 12:31 PM
No word yet on Australian availability, but Garmin's ecoRoute HD dongle and firmware looks like good value for eco-champs and car geeks.
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