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TomTom announces updated TomTom RIDER |
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Written by CB Team
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Friday, 25 April 2008 |
 If biking is your thing you may be interested to know that TomTom have updated its TomTom RIDER product. New features include TomTom Map Share, extensive safety features such as the Help Me! menu, TomTom’s latest map guarantee and pre-installed Tele Atlas maps of Western & Eastern Europe.
In addition, bikers now have easy access to dedicated trip statistics. This allows you to see average and maximum speeds per journey, total miles travelled and distance from home.
Customers who have previously purchased a RIDER 1st or RIDER 2nd Edition can now also benefit from the latest software features by updating their software free of charge via TomTom HOME.
In addition, when purchasing a new Tele Atlas map, they will now have access to TomTom Map Share. New maps are available from early May 2008 via TomTom HOME or www.tomtom.com.
New and enhanced features
- TomTom Map Share technology that enables you to make corrections to your own maps instantly and to benefit from improvements made by other users, completely free of charge.
- Latest map guarantee so users always have free access to the latest map available at time of purchase (if a new map is released within 30 days from the time they start using their device)
- Extensive safety features, including the ‘Help Me’ menu that gives drivers direct access to emergency services and roadside assistance.
- Trip statistics so users can keep all the details from their trip on their device.
- Itinerary planning and sharing to help users create and manage POI sets and itineraries.
- TomTom Traffic, a subscription option for users to receive traffic updates through a GPRS connection on their mobile phone. A free 30-day trial is available.
- Rugged ‘RAM’ mount that fits on virtually all motorcycles and can withstand rigorous vibration conditions common to biking.
- High-quality Cardo scala-rider Bluetooth headset for in-helmet spoken instructions. This advanced headset fits open and closed helmets.
- Waterproof (IPX-7 standards) to protect device from rain and other bad weather conditions.
- Car kit accessory option with separate mount and built-in speaker for car usage.
- Rugged and secure bike dock for single-handed mounting.
- Enhanced quality voice instructions.
- Bluetooth for hands-free calling and information exchange between TomTom RIDER users.
The enhanced TomTom RIDER 2nd Edition has a recommended retail price of £349.99 (UK/Ireland version) and £399.99 (Europe version) and will be available from stores across the UK from early May 2008.
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Last Updated ( Friday, 25 April 2008 )
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