Nowadays we have a wide range of GPS devices, but there are some with other functions besides the navigation. For example ViaMichelin X-980T is a GPS device which also offers real-time traffic information, weather condition information or unforeseen incidents (accidents, traffic jams…).ViaMichelin X-980T has a 4.3 inch panoramic LCD screen, a 416 MHz Intel processor backed up by 64Mb RAM and a SiRF Star III GPS receiver power the device. The screen is separated into two, a part with a 2D zoom of the next intersection. Also you can use Bluetooth connectivity for making or receiving calls. ViaMichelin X-980T for Europe contains maps for 20 European countries, and 15 language guidance. Furthermore, ViaMichelin software provides you information about hotels, restaurants or tourist location of your choice according to its category, price, Michelin rating, proximity…

Regarding the navigation, ViaMichelin X-980T has a long journey mode that announce you the towns gone through and tourist sights. The speed Warner helps you to avoid getting fines. Besides, the POI Warner indicates that in your area is a Point of Interest (POI). The software contains 51,000 hotels and restaurants in Europe from the selection from The MICHELIN^® Guides, 19,000 tourist sights from The Green Guides and 2.5 million Points Of Interest: service stations, car parks, public services, post offices, local shops, etc. ViaMichelin offers 6 types of routes:

	Shortest: route with the least distance
	Quickest: route with the fastest journey time
	Recommended by ViaMichelin : route focussing on comfort, safety and simplicity
	Route without tolls
	Pedestrian
	Bicycle

This great navigation system has some weak points too. For instance, the autonomy is only 3 hours (specified by manufacturer). So, it is not suitable for a long walk journey if you won’t have a power supply. Other problem is the stylus, which is very hard to reach, especially when driving. The price range between $700-$750 depending on the store.

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