TomTom Car Kit for iPod Touch Review
When I bought the iPod Car Kit I already owned a Tomtom XL340s. I have to say that I immediately switched to using the iPod Car Kit and now I am going to sell my TomTom GPS. The reason for this is that the iPod's hardware is much better than TomTom's in several aspects. The TomTom tactile screen is not really responsive and it is hard to type on the screen keyboard (you can easily type a letter twice), this of course is not the case on the iPod. Furthermore, zoom functions are much better on the iPod as you can use the familiar two-finger pinching action to zoom in or out instead of an impractical side scroll bar on the original GPS. Also, you can listen to mp3's on the iPod while using the GPS application. I own a first generation iPod and I have the impression that it can calculate routes as fast, if not faster, than the actual GPS hardware. I am planning on updating my iPod soon for a 4th generation iPod which I believe will be many times faster (I just hope it will work with the car kit).
With respect to software, the TomTom GPS application has a few more functions than the one on the iPod but not many (I miss the possibility of editing POIs, if any).
Also, it is worth mentioning that many applications that use GPS work with the Car Kit (I have tested it with Maps, Google Earth and Navigon GPS application).
Overall I am really happy with the purchase and I really recommend this Car Kit.
TomTom Car Kit for iPod Touch Feature
- Compatibility: iPod touch 1st generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB); iPod touch 2nd generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB)
- Specially designed mount fixes your iPod touch securely to your windscreen or dashboard
- Built-in GPS receiver provides your iPod touch with the capability of a GPS device
- Built-in speaker for hearing instructions clearly
- Charges your iPod touch while docked
TomTom Car Kit for iPod Touch Overview
iPod touch users can now get GPS navigation thanks to the built-in GPS receiver of the TomTom car kit. Keep your iPod touch secure while you’re on the move. The specially designed, award-winning EasyPort mount attaches your iPod touch securely to your windshield or dashboard—perfectly within reach. View your route in either portrait or landscape mode while you listen to your favorite tunes. The TomTom car kit rotates easily to give you the view you prefer. It folds flat, so moving it from car to car is easy and simple. And, with built-in volume controls and a superior speaker, you’ll hear every voice instruction loud and clear so you’ll never miss a thing. Always on the go? Dock your iPod touch in the mount to charge it as you drive so it will always be fully charged. Separate purchase of app is necessary. Requires a compatible car audio system and audio cable.
TomTom Car Kit for iPod Touch Specifications
iPod touch users can now get GPS navigation* thanks to the built-in GPS receiver of the TomTom car kit and enjoy a full in-car experience; from safe and secure docking all the way to playing your favorite tunes over your car stereo.
 Give your iPod touch secure docking, GPS capability, and more. |
 Specially designed mount fixes your iPod touch securely to your windscreen or dashboard. |
 Built-in speaker for hearing instructions clearly. |
 Line-out plug and USB port for charging. |
Note: TomTom GPS application must be purchased separately. Requires compatible car audio system and audio cable.
Built-In GPS Receiver
The TomTom car kit has a built-in GPS receiver, which provides your iPod touch with the capability of a GPS device. The receiver gives your device a reliable signal - even when driving in high-rise urban areas.
Secure Docking
Keep your iPod touch secure while you're on the move. Our specially designed award-winning EasyPort mount attaches your iPod touch securely to your windscreen or dashboard--perfectly within reach. It lets you rotate the screen for exceptional widescreen route display. And it folds flat, so moving it from car to car is easy and simple.
Clear Voice Instructions
With built-in volume controls and its superior speaker, you'll hear every voice instruction loud and clear--so you'll never miss a thing.
Charges iPod touch While Driving
Always on the go? Dock your iPod touch in the mount to charge it as you drive, so it will always be fully charged and ready to go, wherever you're going next.
Rotates for Optimal Positioning
View your route in either portrait or landscape mode. The TomTom car kit rotates easily, in order to give you the view you prefer.
Line Out for Music Playback*
Enjoy the perfect driving soundtrack. Play all your favorite songs through your car's audio system with the optional audio cable*. It even fades music out when receiving calls and giving directions.
Compatibility
Works with iPod touch 1st generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB); iPod touch 2nd generation (8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB).
Note: Requires iPod touch OS 3.0 or later.
Specs
- Dimensions: 5 1/8" x 2 3/4" x 2"
- Weight: 4.1 oz
- GPS receiver: SiRF star 3
- Speaker: 300 to 15 kHz/ 2.0 Watt
- Microphone: -44 +/- 3 dBv
- Operating temperature: 14 to 131 degrees F
- Dock connector: 30 pin Apple connector
- Audio out: 3.5mm audio out
- Volume control: Yes
- Portrait/landscape support: Yes
- Windshield and Dashboard mounting: Yes
- iPod touch charging via CLA: Yes
What's in the Box
Car Kit for iPod touch, USB Car Charger, Adhesive Disks, Docomentation
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*** Product Information and Prices Stored: Nov 02, 2010 16:41:03
