GPS Buzz: Edge Articles

The Edge 500 cycling GPS from Garmin will tranform the way cycling technology is viewed from now on. At only 2 oz., this new high-sensitivity reciever GPS does not require calibration, connects wirelessly to ANT+ compatible power meters, and can be transferred between bikes swiftly and effortlessly.

Dan Bartel, Garmin's Vice President of world-wide sales, describes the newest Edge unit as, "a lightweight cycling computer that’s powerful enough for the pros yet simple enough for beginners." Also stating that the new adapters allow the unit to sit, "sleek and snug on a redesigned handlebar mount. The Edge 500 streamlines your ... (more)

Garmin is expanding their ever-growing Nuvi lineup with 2 new additions. These are the Garmin Nuvi 1690 and the Garmin Nuvi 1860. Recently not only has information leaked regarding the hardware details, but also a few photos of their user interface and web browser have also cropped up.

The Garmin Nuvi 1690, ETA some time after September 2009, features a 4.3 inch WVGA display and supports such technologies as text-to-speech, hands-free calling with Bluetooth connectivity, and the new EDGE function.

Edge data, similar to the MSN Direct receiver on current units, allows you to receive information such ... (more)

Garmin Connect – the next generation of MotionBased -- is now open to all Garmin fitness devices. Garmin Connect offers a better experience with a cleaner user interface and improved site performance that you’ll enjoy when analyzing your workout data on new and improved features.

As of today, 80% of all activities at MotionBased have been migrated to Garmin Connect. As a result, you can login at Garmin Connect with your MotionBased username and find most of your activities. The remaining 20% will be migrated over the next few months. Most of ... (more)