Clarion Japan has recently launched a new GPS system called Clarion MAX9700DT. The device is special because it offers GPS navigation and entertainment in the same unit. The Clarion MAX9700DT navigator will be available from June at the price of ¥341,250, nearly $2850.

The price would be too much just for a GPS system, but MAX9700DT packs many entertainment features. It has a built-in TV tuner, 40GB HDD and DVD drive. The 1-seg TV tuner broadcasts TV stations for mobile devices. This one is available for all models, but the top ones have a digital tuner to pick up all the free stations in your area.

What could you do with all that entertainment features without a good screen? Clarion MAX9700DT has a 7″widescreen touch LCD display so you won’t have any trouble. In addition the device has a good audio system (5.1) and AM/FM radio.

The GPS module offers the regular 3D street details, but the software can search for shops and stores based on data transmitted on digital TV channels. - MIHNEA BOIANGIU

[via Ubergizmo]

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