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WirelessDevNet.com Press Release
NAVTEQ(TM) Maps Fuel Mio Technology's New Mio 168 Pocket PC
CHICAGO, May 3 -- NAVTEQ, a leading global provider of digital map data for in-vehicle, Internet/wireless, government and business solutions, is enabling the Mio168 Pocket PC with NAVTEQ(TM) maps of North America. Developed by Taiwanese manufacturer MiTAC and marketed by Mio Technology in North America, the Mio 168 is the first Windows Mobile PDA that integrates a GPS receiver and advanced navigation software into a compact, all-in-one device.
Mio Technology leveraged NAVTEQ maps for its Mio 168 because of their quality, reliability, and accuracy. NAVTEQ maps are infused with more than 150 attributes such as turn restrictions, one-way streets and street signs -- key pieces of information that make travel easier and more efficient. Mio 168 users also benefit from access to the extensive points-of-interest categories available through NAVTEQ maps including restaurants, hotels, airports, tourist attractions, and many others.
Doubling as a navigation system and a full-featured Pocket PC, the Mio168 offers turn-by-turn route guidance -- both audio and visual -- throughout the continental US, Hawaii and Canada and also includes personal information management features as well as media playback including MP3 support. The Mio 168 utilizes a hotkey that allows users to switch between GPS and PDA functions with a single key press. The product also comes equipped with a car charger and car mounting kit at no extra charge.
"As we began the product development process, it quickly became clear how critical freshness and accuracy of map data was going to be to building a superior navigation product. NAVTEQ's reputation as a map data and content provider along with the range of excellent products and services it enables made it our clear choice of digital map data providers," said Leo Lo, Director of Sales and Marketing, Mio Technology.
"Mio Technology is a forward-looking technology company with an impressive line of products and services being sold globally. Being selected by Mio Technology to enable one of their newest products validates yet again the quality and excellence of NAVTEQ Maps, which represent the foundation of leading navigation and location-based solutions across a variety of industries and around the world," commented George Filley, Vice President and General Manager, Consumer Business Unit.
About Mio Technology Corporation:
Launched in 2001 as the consumer electronics division of MiTAC International Corporation (founded 1982), Mio Technology manufactures and markets mobile communications devices such as Pocket PCs, portable navigation devices, and Smartphones under the Mio brand. Mio Tech currently produces 15% of all Pocket PC products shipped worldwide. In 2002, Mio Tech was the first to introduce a $299 Pocket PC, as well as the world's first Chinese-language Smartphone. In 2003 Mio Tech launched the Mio 339, the world's first Pocket PC with an integrated digital camera and audio recording, as well as the Mio 558- the first dual wireless (WiFi / Bluetooth), dual slot (SD/CF) Pocket PC with a mini USB port. The world's first Pocket PC with an Integrated GPS receiver was developed and launched by Mio Tech in 2004, firmly establishing Mio Technology as the leading innovator in Pocket PC devices. For further information on Mio Technology and Mio products, please visit www.miogps.com.
About NAVTEQ
NAVTEQ is a leading provider of comprehensive digital map information for automotive navigation systems, mobile navigation devices and Internet-based mapping applications. NAVTEQ creates the digital maps and map content that power navigation and location-based services solutions around the world. The Chicago-based company was founded in 1985 and has approximately 1,400 employees located in over 100 offices in 20 countries.
NAVTEQ is a trademark in the U.S. and other countries. All rights reserved.
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