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MikeB
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 Posted: Mon May 29, 2006 11:45 pm Post subject: Globalsat announce the BT-359 next generation BT GPS device |
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 Back in January at CES in Las Vegas we saw some of the new BT GPS devices in development. We have already seen the introduction of the entry level BT-328, and now they are announcing the replacement of the renowned BT-338.
Actually there are 2 new models the BT-359S and the BT-359W. The internals of these GPS receivers are the same, the differences are cosmetic in the design of the casing.
The Globalsat BT-359S (shown above) has a black case with a "solar" design on it. The Globalsat BT-359W (below) has a silver casing with with a "wave" design.
Both of the devices feature the latest in GPS technology with a super sensitive, low power SiRFStar III chipset and a battery capable of running the BT GPS for up to 11 hours.
Check out the Globalsat site for more details.
| Globalsat Press Release wrote: | Globalsat BT-359: The Next Generation Bluetooth GPS Receiver
GlobalSat announces the next generation Bluetooth GPS receiver - the GlobalSat BT-359. Our new top of the line bluetooth GPS is both stylish and functional in true GlobalSat tradition. Taking its design criteria from the market leading BT-338 we have pushed the limits of GPS even further with greater sensitivity, more accuracy, and longer battery life than ever before.
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The GlobalSat BT-359 contains the latest SiRFIII Low Power Chipset for high sensitivity. It communicates with Host Platforms (PDA, Laptop, and etc.) via Bluetooth Serial Port Profile. With Bluetooth version 2.0 and built-in ceramic patch antenna, the BT-359 provides faster acquisition times and improves accuracy in urban canyons and under dense foliage.
It contains a replaceable battery with a large capacity, which enables the BT-359 to operate for up to 11 hours. A slide battery lid makes it easy to remove and replace the battery without the use of tools. It also supports WAAS and EGNOS for even greater accuracy.
1. SiRF Star III high performance and low power consumption chipset
2. Communication with Host platform Via Bluetooth Serial Port Profile
3. Bluetooth Version 2.0.
4. Built-in ceramic patch antenna.
5. High sensitivity GPS receiver provides faster acquisition times and improves accuracy in urban canyons and under dense foliage.
6. Battery life up to 11 hours of operation time, in continuous mode.
7. Features power saving mode (powers down after 10 minutes of inactivity).
8. Supported by WAAS and EGNOS Satellite-Based Augmentation Systems for more accurate corrected position reports.
9. Physical dimensions: 82.0 mm x 41.0 mm x 13.4 mm.
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| Posted: Tue May 30, 2006 2:27 am Post subject: Re: Globalsat announce the BT-359 next generation BT GPS dev |
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| MikeB wrote: | Taking its design criteria from the market leading BT-338 we have pushed the limits of GPS even further with greater sensitivity, more accuracy, and longer battery life than ever before.
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6. Battery life up to 11 hours of operation time, in continuous mode.
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Yet the BT-338 has a battery life of up to 15 hours in continuous mode. Don't quite follow how they get as quoted "longer battery life than ever before".
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| Posted: Thu Jun 01, 2006 3:44 pm Post subject: |
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| As this is Bluetooth I presume it will work with Bluetooth 1.2 PDA's |
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| Posted: Thu Jun 01, 2006 4:26 pm Post subject: |
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| When will they be available in the UK? |
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| Posted: Tue Jun 13, 2006 3:44 pm Post subject: |
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| Synth wrote: | | When will they be available in the UK? |
As the UK Distributor for GlobalSat products EasyDevices will be bringing the first shipment into the UK next week.
We are currently taking pre-orders for the BT-359S and the BT-359W.
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| Posted: Mon Jun 19, 2006 10:29 am Post subject: |
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I notice that the RRP of the BT-359 is only £70 + VAT compared with £137 + VAT for the BT-338... but both are being sold for the same price at EasyDevices. I guess this is because the RRP for the BT-338 is an RRP from historic times... but if £70 + VAT is the new RRP it indicates to me that when the 359 becomes available in more outlets its price should drop to be very competitive as the £3 off that EasyDevices is offering won't cover the postage compared with buying in a shop.
However tempting it is to wait for the 359 I need a GPS now as I have just given mine to a friend in Spain (not as easy to get cheap there) and the 338 is available now and has better battery life. MMmmm. Any other recommendations welcome. |
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Yes. My review sample came with a carcharger and a USB cablefor the computer.
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| MikeB wrote: | | Yes. My review sample came with a carcharger and a USB cablefor the computer. |
How's that review coming along Mike? Any chance of a sneak preview, or to put it another way - if I was to order one would I be smiling when it arrived?
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| Posted: Fri Jun 23, 2006 3:22 am Post subject: |
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| clem wrote: | | MikeB wrote: | | Yes. My review sample came with a carcharger and a USB cablefor the computer. |
How's that review coming along Mike? Any chance of a sneak preview, or to put it another way - if I was to order one would I be smiling when it arrived?
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Well I havent done my long term or battery life tests yet, but I flew from London to New York today and it had managed to get an accurate fix before I had powered my PDA and loaded the Navigation application.
From what I have seen so far it is easily on par with the 338.
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| Posted: Fri Jun 23, 2006 8:58 am Post subject: |
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Cheers Mike.
That's good enough for me! |
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| Posted: Fri Jun 23, 2006 10:01 am Post subject: |
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| I am a bit puzzled. If the internals are the same as the 338 how can it be any different from the 338? I thought it was only cosmetic difference and a different battery. The battery isn't the BL-5C used in Nokias is it? |
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| Posted: Fri Jun 23, 2006 10:10 am Post subject: |
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| My apologies - I misread the original post... when it said that the internals were the same but the difference was in the design I thought it was comparing the 338. The 359 is now in stock at EasyDevices. Tempting! |
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| My apologies - I misread the original post... when it said that the internals were the same but the difference was in the design I thought it was comparing the 338. The 359 is now in stock at EasyDevices. Tempting! |
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Well I have my BT-359 hooked up and working now.
Thanks to Easydevices.co.uk for fast trackable delivery. I ordered it yesterday morning and it was delivered 20 minutes ago.
One question, when pairing the device it shows it as a BT-GPS-335FE5. Is this normal? I would have expected it to show BT-GPS-359 but it could just be down to the chipset name as opposed to the product number.
Hint: When first pairing the device with your PDA it may appear to pair but not ask for a passcode. If you then try and connect, it will fail. I thought I had a dud. However, after waiting for the GPS unit to get a lock (flashing green light) I then paired it again, this time it asked for a passcode and I could connect fine.
Works brilliantly with an IPAQ 2790 with latest firmware and TTNAV 5. Sat in the centre of the house ground floor, I have 7 strong sats locked. I never even got a full lock with my Fortuna Clip-on with the xtrak f/w upgrade.
So far so good! :D |
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