Apple's Newest iPhone Offers Assisted GPS

摘要

GPS will be a feature on the much-anticipated next-gen iPhone, according to information the company released during its Worldwide Developers Conference June 9.The iPhone 3G uses assisted GPS as its first choice for determining location. But, according to Apple, "If you're inside - without a clear line of sight to a GPS satellite - iPhone finds you via Wi-Fi. If you're not in range of a Wi-Fi hot spot, iPhone finds you using cellular towers." Lower Prices. The low-end 8 gigabyte model will sell for $200; the high-end 16 gigabyte will be priced at $300, or $200 below the existing non-GPS units and competitive with low-end personal navigation devices (PNDs).