Emprum's UltiMate GPS plugs directly into the 30pin dock connector of your iPod touch, iPhone and iPad and can be used with your PC (Mac/Windows/Linux) as well.
The accessory is powered either by your iPod touch, iPhone or iPad, or over USB from your computer or wall charger.
How do we differ from the competition?
Emprum's UltiMate GPS provides a real 5Hz location update rate for app store apps. The competition may claim a 5 or 10Hz update rate, but only works at 1Hz with app store apps. The UltiMate GPS also uses a dependable and proven GPS engine that is known for its high accuracy and fast lock times.
The accessory comes with the free UltiMate GPS App available on the App Store with which you can fully control your accessory, including its LED indicators. The UltiMate GPS App provides compass and satellite views, satellite signal-to-noise ratio (SNR), firmware updates and more.
Visit the Emprum website for full product and user manuals for the UltiMate GPS accessory and the UltiMate GPS App, and for drivers for your PC.
This accessory is enabled to use AGPS data (available from the UltiMate GPS App) for even faster cold start lock times down to 15secs. The accessory is designed around a well-proven MTK chipset that has 51 satellite tracking channels and that is DGPS enabled (SBAS, WAAS, EGNOS, MSAS) and the accessory retains most recent satellite data after power-off.
The included USB cable with quick-connect button is custom designed by Emprum and allows for a full 2.1A charging current (which is e.g. required for your iPad).
This accessory works on all iPod touch models (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation), all iPhone models (iPhone,iPhone 3G and 3Gs,iPhone 4 and 4S) and all iPad models (iPad,iPad 2,iPad 3) as well as your PC.
Note: This accessory does not provide internet or WiFi access and is best used with applications that do not require a continuous internet connection.
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Best Apple certified GPS in the Market
To understand the background of this review, I'm developing apps for the iPhone, specifically for track day use / car racing (www.gps-laptimer.de). I have no stake in Emprum.
Latest iPhones and iPads come with reasonable internal GPSs. Good enough for doing some Google Maps or other navigation. These internal sensors are not leading edge in terms of quality and update rate when it comes to more specific, or more demanding scenarios - like data recording in a car. In addition to this, there are iPods and some iPads not featuring internal GPS - another situation you may think about an external GPS like the UltiMate GPS.
I've tested almost all solutions in the market and found the UltiMate GPS lately. This is clearly the most thoughtfully designed device I've seen. As the only external devices certified by Apple featuring 5 Hz update rates, it has a unique position currently. From a form factor, it fits very well to the iPhone4. As all this small gadgets, you...
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Bought this to use with Harry's Lap Timer
I bought this to use with Harry's Lap Timer for my track day events. I have tested it and so far it has performed flawlessly. The initial GPS acquisition took some time so be patient but after that it has been smooth sailing.
The only thing I do not like about it is that it doesn't use a traditional mini usb cable for power.
Great GPS !
I bought this unit for my iPod Touch, so my review only speaks to what I have found using it with that piece of gear. As I understand it, the unit will work with many other apple products and even other operating systems, and drivers are available on their website. The included USB cord powers the unit and charges your iPod. As with any GPS, it will use up your battery quickly if it is left on, but the iPod Touch has good power management software to help mitigate the drain.
Prior to receiving the unit, I downloaded the app specifically for it. The day I received the unit, the app updated itself. I then plugged the unit in and immediately the app pushed a firmware upgrade to the unit. I also pushed fresh AGPS data to it. Initially the unit took a couple minutes to lock onto the satellites, just as the manual said. Once done, I had plenty of satellites. Susequent warm and hot restarts were very fast. The unit also has a small internal battery that helps maintain...
Product Features :
- Turns any iPod touch, iPhone, iPad or PC (Mac/Windows/Linux) into a state-of-the-art GPS receiver. High quality product, designed and assembled in the USA!
- "Made for iPod" certified by Apple. No need to "jailbreak" your iOS device. Comes with the free UltiMate GPS App, available on the App Store (requires iOS 3.0 or higher), giving you full control of your accessory. Works with most, if not all, location-based iOS apps available on the App Store. Also works with your PC (Mac/Windows/Linux), delivering standard GPS NMEA sentences over USB to your PC for use in navigation or location-based PC software (not included).
- Use it in your car, on your bike, on your boat or in a plane. Use it for geocaching, hiking, golfing, cycling, running, or any other outdoor activity you can think of. Works great with apps like Navigon, TomTom, RunKeeper, Geocaching, Fore Flight, ESRI ArcPad, and many, many more.
- Powered directly from iPod touch, iPhone or iPad, or via USB cable from PC or wall/car charger. Includes 1.2m (4ft) USB cable with quick-release button and 2.1A charging capability. USB cable allows for on-the-go charging and syncing of iPod touch, iPhone and iPad. WHEN USB CABLE IS PLUGGED IN, GPS ENGINE WILL KEEP A SATELLITE LOCK, EVEN WHEN SWITCHING APPS!
- Small and portable with a high-quality glossy black finish. Works with most protective cases, vehicle mounts and other fixtures. Only accessory on the market that provides real 5Hz update rate for iOS apps (others may claim 10Hz but only deliver 1Hz for iOS apps). AGPS and DGPS enabled. Accuracy: 2.5m, max altitude: 18000m, max velocity: 515m/s, max acceleration: 4G. Two bi-color LED status indicators (customizable for night viewing). Fast GPS lock times (open sky): 1sec (hot start), 30secs (warm start), 35secs (cold start, <15secs with AGPS data uploaded).
Rating : 4.6
List Price : $104.99
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