Apr 24 2008
TomTom announces updated TomTom RIDER
~ Now including latest TomTom features including TomTom Map Share™, Help
Me! menu and latest map guarantee ~
~ New trip statistics feature and improved user interface gives bikers
optimised ease of use ~
Amsterdam, 24 April 2008 – TomTom, the world’s leading navigation
solutions provider, today announces an updated version of TomTom RIDER, its
navigation device for use on motorbikes. New features include TomTom Map Share™,
extensive safety features such as the Help Me! menu, TomTom’s latest map
guarantee and pre-installed Tele Atlas maps of Western & Eastern Europe.
In addition, bikers now have easy access to dedicated trip statistics. This
allows them to see average and maximum speeds per journey, total miles travelled
and distance from home.
Customers who have previously purchased a RIDER 1st or RIDER 2nd Edition can
now also benefit from the latest software features by updating their software
free of charge via TomTom HOME. In addition, when purchasing a new Tele Atlas
map, they will now have access to TomTom Map Share™. New maps are available from
early May 2008 via TomTom HOME or www.tomtom.com.
“We aim to provide all TomTom customers with the highest-quality
navigation experience available,” says Harold Goddijn, TomTom’s chief executive
officer. “Now, TomTom RIDER customers have access to the same innovative
features as users of our car products, as well as extensive route planning
options – services that can be particularly helpful as the summer biker season
approaches.”
Ease of use
TomTom RIDER features a simple, easy-to-use touch
screen that is conveniently designed with extra large screen icons so that
bikers can operate the device even when wearing gloves. It comes with a built-in
rechargeable Lithium-ion battery that provides up to five hours of constant
operation, or can be wired into a 12 volt motorcycle battery (with the included
power cable) for a constant charge.
Content sharing
TomTom has also created a special web site with
recommended tools and third party web sites that can help users create and
manage Points Of Interest (POI) sets and plan itineraries, for even easier use
and optimised route planning.(http://www.tomtom.com/addto/third-party.php)
New and enhanced features
The enhanced RIDER 2nd Edition for
motorbikes enables users to benefit from the following features:
• TomTom Map Share™ technology that enables users to make corrections
to their own maps instantly and to benefit from improvements made by other
users, completely free of charge
• Latest map guarantee so users
always have free access to the latest map available at time of purchase (if a
new map is released within 30 days from the time they start using their
device)
• Extensive safety features, including the ‘Help Me’ menu that
gives drivers direct access to emergency services and roadside assistance
•
Trip statistics so users can keep all the details from their trip on
their device
• Itinerary planning and sharing to help users create and
manage POI sets and itineraries
In addition, the TomTom RIDER 2nd Edition comes with all the award-winning
features of the current TomTom RIDER pre-installed, including:
• TomTom Traffic, a subscription option for users to receive traffic
updates through a GPRS connection on their mobile phone. A free 30-day trial is
available.
• Rugged ‘RAM’ mount that fits on virtually all
motorcycles, is easy to mount, and can withstand rigorous vibration conditions
common to biking
• High-quality Cardo scala-rider® Bluetooth® headset
for in-helmet spoken instructions. This advanced headset fits open and
closed helmets, and has exceptional noise cancellation performance to ensure
that bikers can hear directions and phone calls with unparalleled clarity
•
Waterproof (IPX-7 standards) to protect device from rain and other bad
weather conditions
• Car kit accessory option with separate mount and
built-in speaker for car usage
• Rugged and secure bike dock for
single-handed mounting
• Enhanced quality voice instructions
•
Bluetooth® for hands-free calling and information exchange between TomTom
RIDER users
Pricing and availability
The enhanced TomTom RIDER 2nd Edition has
a recommended retail price of £349.99 (UK/Ireland version) and £399.99 (Europe
version) and is available at stores across the UK from early May 2008.
Technical specifications
• 3.5” 320 x 240 full TFT colour LCD touchscreen (64k colors)
• High
sensitivity GPS chipset
• Waterproof: IPX7
• SD card with maps of Europe
pre-loaded
• Operating Temperature: -10° to + 55 °C
• Bluetooth® for
hands-free calling and data connection
• Internal lithium-ion battery (5
hours operation)
• Power source: 12V DC battery, 110V AC charger
•
Dimensions: 113.2mm x 96.2mm x 52.9mm
• Weight: 310 grams
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