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Following its successful launch in Europe last month and in North America two weeks ago, German GPS maker NAVIGON is the first major navigation company to launch a navigation solution for the iPhone in Australia. In more than ten European countries*, the app was ranked within the top three of all paid applications in the Apple Store within the first week. The software includes many of NAVIGON’s hallmark navigation functions such as Reality View Pro, Lane Assistant Pro, Speed Assistant and Day & Night Mode. It also features NAVIGON’s sophisticated and elegant map views including branded POIs along the route.
“By making the MobileNavigator for the iPhone available for users in Australia, we are further expanding our global presence in the field of navigation for mobile phones,” said Gerhard Mayr, Vice President World-Wide Mobile Phones & New Markets. “The combination of NAVIGON’s signature navigation features with typical functions from the iPhone creates an integrated and unique experience.” The map display, for example, switches automatically from portrait to landscape view as soon as the iPhone is turned 90 degrees. There is also the option of navigating directly to an address from saved contacts. Furthermore, the multi touch function of the iPhone is integrated into this app and allows users to easily zoom in and out the map view with two fingers. NAVIGON will even add more features with software updates later this year.
After downloading the application, the software and map data from NAVTEQ® is saved directly on the device. This means that users don’t have to pay subscription fees or to download maps during the navigation. The NAVIGON solution for Australia sells for AU$99.99. It will be available for a promotional price of AU$69.99 until August 15.
Key features of the NAVIGON MobileNavigator for the iPhone:
• Reality View Pro displays photo-realistic 3D views with actual road signs and lane guidance for highway interchanges and exits.
• Lane Assistant Pro helps drivers prepare to make an upcoming exit or turn by providing a lane map complete with arrows and actual road geometry.
• Speed Assistant with adjustable audio-visual warning. Day & Night Mode for map display.
• Direct Access allows navigation to contacts saved in the iPhone's address book.
• Branded POIs and POIs along the route
• 2D and 3D map view.
• Automatic switch between portrait and landscape format.
• Intelligent address entry.
• Real signpost display.
The iPhone application launch follows NAVIGON’s recent launch of a new portable navigation device (PND) range in Australia – now available in all Harvey Norman stores.
For more information, please visit: www.navigon.com. Images can be downloaded here: http://www.navigon-partner-portal.com (user name: presse, password: navigonmedia)
You will also find us on the following platforms:
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*Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Sweden, Switzerland
About NAVIGON:
NAVIGON AG is a world-leading manufacturer of navigation systems. With its own portable navigation systems, and thanks to its partnership with reputable consumer electronics manufacturers, NAVIGON stands for high-quality GPS navigation on pocket PCs, PNDs and mobile phones. NAVIGON also provides professional navigation solutions such as driver-assistance features for the automotive OEM market. NAVIGON was founded in 1991, and employs over 400 workers in locations in Asia, Europe and North America. – NAVIGON. And the world is yours.
