Best PDA GPS Systems

Best PDA GPS Systems
In the modern quest to stay connected and stay safe, there's no better purchase than a PDA with GPS capabilities. Global Positioning Systems allow users to keep track of their location using a nearly foolproof network of satellites that connect to a GPS enabled device. While most often used to get directions, GPS devices can also be used to find people who have gotten lost, or even gone missing. When coupled with PDA (personal digital assistant) technology, you'll be sure to stay on top of your to-do list, and never get lost on the way to a new location.

Apple iPhone 3GS

When it comes to lifestyle functionality, most tech reviewers maintain you can't do much better than the Apple iPhone. With a great GPS built in and every PDA capability you could imagine (including access to an applications store that allows for the download of even the most obscure PDA capability), it's the iPhone that has become a must for consumers looking to stay on course, both literally and figuratively.

The Palm Pre

The newest standout in the smartphone sphere. This multi-touch smartphone offers great PDA capabilities with a wonderful GPS integration. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are integrated, and simultaneously running apps make this a great multi-tasker. Unfortunately, the battery life leaves a lot to be desired, and the App store is not yet fully developed.

RIM Blackberry Curve 8900

The sleekest Blackberry on the market offers a more solid construction, the best PDA capabilities for professionals, and solid GPS capabilities. But since it doesn't have 3G support, it can be a little sluggish if you're not in a Wi-Fi hotspot. This is by far the best offering for smartphone users from T-Mobile.

Nokia N810 Internet Tablet

If you've got a phone that you love, but still want PDA capabilities melded with GPS technology, the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet is a solid option. It's a sleek interface and design, with a slide-out QWERTY keyboard. There's even Rhapsody and Skype support for music lovers and people in need of texting service. Driving directions cost extra.

Mio DigiWalker P550

Another solid option for those longing for PDA and GPS tech, but no phone capabilities. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are built in, as are maps of North America, and three years of a WorldMate travel app. The battery life and directions, however, leave a little to be desired.

Article Written By Heather Broeker

Originally from North Carolina, Heather Broeker studied journalism and advertising at the University of North Carolina. After graduation she moved to Los Angeles, where she worked for Fox Searchlight, Fox Reality and later as a writer and marketing director. Broeker now lives in Los Angeles and runs Head Over Heels, a writing and public relations company.

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