Navigon Debuts New 8410 in Europe 5-in Display, Brushed Steel Case, Portable GPS Navigator

When it comes to portable GPS devices, there isn't much that separates
the competition. They all offer larger screens, expandable memory,
updatable map files, and the typical video game like graphics. All of
this and its usually wrapped up in a nice little black plastic frame,
too. Wouldn't it be nice if a company actually came out with a GPS unit
that got our attention? It's too bad that Navigon stopped doing business
in the States, because their new Navigon 8410 had us doing a double
take.

The new Navigon 8410 is part of the premium product line of personal
navigation devices being offered by Navigon. I think that the main
reason for this new moniker is the stylish brushed steel case that this
thing is sporting. It just looks like it should be inside a Porsche.

The Navigon 8410 has a more than adequate 5-inch display for viewing its
photo-realistic maps (limited European cities only) and television
programs. Television, you ask? Yeah, that's an interesting add-on for a
GPS. Navigon is offering an additional DVB-T receiver for this package
that allows users to turn their PND into a portable TV set. I'm not sure
who's driving around watching TV, but I need to know so I can stay away
from them.

Other bells and whistles found in the 8410 include a TMC receiver, which
can be used for enjoying information regarding the incoming traffic, as
well as a voice command system for true hands-free operation. The
Navigon 8410 retails for around 449EUR ($640). If you want the added
DVB-T capabilities it'll cost an extra $60.