PUSH-ME, PULL-YOU: TOMTOM'S NEW RIDER GPS

摘要

Push or pull? In our everyday life, most of us probably use GPS to pull us someplace; TomTom's new Rider model has a different approach. An explanation: In general principles, the hardware of TomTom's Rider functions like most other GPS devices, reading satellites to determine your position, speed, elevation, etc. You can enter a destination, and the Rider will "pull" you there along the most efficient route. But the Rider's software is what sets this GPS apart, since it's designed specifically for motorcyclists. Consider this scenario: You're in an unfamiliar area and you're looking for a fun motorcycle route. The Rider lets you choose from three levels of road "twistiness" and three levels of hilliness. If you're after a sedate touring route suited for a Gold Wing towing a trailer, you'll have one at your fingertips in a moment. Something more like a Grand Prix circuit? It's just a couple of button pushes away.