I can’t wait to see the hit that in-car GPS units will take after the Navigon iPhone Car Kit is released. Navigon has designed this car kit to complement its existing iPhone navigation app.
The Navigon iPhone Car Kit is great because it eliminates the need to be constantly looking away from the road to check directions. It would probably be a safe bet to add in-car GPS to the list of technology killed by the iPhone. Watch your back, Garmin.
Smartphone Navigation Kits
The Navigon iPhone Car Kit Turns Your Mobile into a Mounted GPS Unit
Trend Themes
1. In-car Phone Integration - The trend of integrating smartphones into car navigation systems allows for safer and more convenient navigation.
2. Disruption of Traditional GPS - Smartphone navigation kits like the Navigon iPhone Car Kit are disrupting the market for traditional in-car GPS units.
3. Phone-based Navigation Apps - The popularity of phone-based navigation apps is growing, providing a cost-effective alternative to standalone GPS devices.
Industry Implications
1. Automotive - The automotive industry can embrace in-car phone integration to enhance the driving experience and offer new features.
2. Mobile Technology - The mobile technology industry has an opportunity to develop and improve smartphone navigation kits to meet the growing demand.
3. Mapping and Navigation - The mapping and navigation industry needs to adapt to the rise of phone-based navigation apps and explore partnerships with smartphone manufacturers.