Mio P550 with MioMap version 3
As seen in the PC Pro September 2007 Edition where the Mio P550 and MioMap version 3 were given the highest possible overall rating - "Considering you get full maps of Western Europe and built-in Wi-Fi, the P550 is superb value".
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Works Both On The Road and Off it
As long as it runs on the Windows Mobile 5 operating platform, the Mio P550 can support the GPS software of your choice.
That means you’re no longer restricted as to where and when you can use GPS. Nor do you need different devices depending on the activity you want to use them for. In short, wherever you want to take it, you can. |
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SiRFstar III For Fast, Accurate Positioning
The highly sensitive SirfStar III GPS chipset, meanwhile, can receive signals from up to 20 satellites for extremely accurate positioning, even in the toughest terrain. So whether you find yourself in the centre of a city or the middle of the countryside, the P550 makes sure you’ll find your way.
When it comes to connecting the receiver, you needn’t worry about getting in a tangle, because it comes built-in. Slim and sleek, the P550 is the ultimate in compact design, offering pocket-sized portability that’s perfect whether you travel on foot, by bike or in your car.
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Wireless File Transfers with WiFi and Bluetooth
Use the Mio P550 to exchange files with other Bluetooth™ devices.
High transmission speeds and reliable connections make it fast and easy to exchange files with other Bluetooth™ enabled devices and synchronise Contacts with Outlook™ on your desktop.
In addition to the wireless capabilities this PDA has, it can also access the internet with it's high speed WiFi capabilities. Free phone calls can be made with the pre-installed Skype communication software.
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Expandable Memory For Unlimited Possibilities
Use standard SD/MMC cards to store pictures, MP3 files, videos, and eBooks and turn the P550 into a multimedia entertainment centre on the move.
You could always take a couple of books, your MP3 player and your photo album along on your journey. But just think how much easier it would be if you stored eBooks, music, photos and film on a standard memory card.
The P550 comes with a memory expansion slot that lets you to do just that. And it doesn’t matter how long you’re going away for, because memory cards mean the possibilities are endless.
Whether you want to read on the train, show relatives your family snaps, or listen to music strolling around town, the P550 lets you take unlimited entertainment wherever you go. So you’ll be pleased to hear that we include a pair of earphones in the box.
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Full PDA Functionality and Synchronisation with Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Office Pocket applications including Word Mobile, Excel Mobile and PPT Mobile help you to keep up with work on the way.
With the Mio P550, GPS is just the start. It also offers all the advantages a surprisingly powerful, incredibly versatile PDA running Windows Mobile. Providing access to all Microsoft™ Office™ Pocket applications, you can go through your PowerPoint presentation, edit Word documents or create an Excel spreadsheet any time you need to. From now on, you’ll always be prepared and up to speed. Synchronise your Mio P550 with your desktop computer and you never again have to leave your office without your Outlook™ contacts or calendar. And when you’ve had enough of work, you can also use the P550 to play a game, watch a video or listen to some music.
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Mio Map V3.3 Navigation software
This 1 GB SD card contains the software MioMap v3 and the detailed maps of Western Europe (Tele Atlas Data Source 2007). Includes seven digit postal code search in the UK.
Countries:
Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Great Britain, Italy, Ireland, Lichtenstein, Luxemburg, Monaco, Norway, the Netherlands, Portugal, San-Marino, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Vatican City
- Latest Tele Atlas maps (2007) of Western Europe
- Faster route recalculation with more fluid zooming and panning around maps
- The most detailed, animated street map view on the market
- An integrated speed camera database (where legal)
- Greater routing options including the ability to block unpaved roads
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Hardware
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| CPU |
S3C2440-400 |
| Operation System |
PPC |
| GPS Accuracy |
SiRF starIII |
| ROM |
128MB |
| RAM |
64MB |
| Display type |
3.5"TFT 65k |
| Display |
portrait |
| Battery |
1300mAh |
| Battery Life |
4.5hrs |
| TMC |
external |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Wifi |
Yes |
| Microphone |
Yes |
| Length |
115 mm |
| Width |
72 mm |
| Height |
17.8 mm |
| Weight |
170 g |
Software
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| Navigation software |
Included: Mio Map V3 Western Europe |
| Country + MRE |
Yes |
| Europe |
Western Europe |
| Contact |
Yes |
| Photo viewer |
Yes |
| Calculator |
Yes |
| Microsoft Office Kit |
Yes |
| Microsoft Media player |
Yes |
| Bluetooth managment |
Yes |
| Skype |
Yes |
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Please also see here for corrections to the PC Pro review.
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