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# Slick GPS Devices
The Magellan Explorist Catches Up to the iPhone Generation

By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-08 | World
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magellan-explorist
References: [fastcompany](http://www.fastcompany.com/1692469/magellan-explorist?partner=rss) & [magellangps](http://www.magellangps.com)

Since smartphones seem to be able to do pretty much anything and everything, specialized devices like the Magellan Explorist need to step up their game. That's exactly what this [GPS system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astron-gps-solar) has done.

Introducing a sleeker look, the Magellan Explorist does away with primitive GPS designs. According to Fast Company, it has "a touch-screen, full color and loaded with [worldwide maps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globe-chaser) -- as well as a bunch of sharing software for plotting journeys, taking [geo-tagged pictures and video](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garmin-inreach-messenger-plus) (yes, it has a camera)."

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 1.0/10
- Popularity: 13% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Streamlined GPS Devices:** The trend is towards GPS devices that are slimmer and more sophisticated than their predecessors, with enhanced features such as touch-screens, worldwide maps, and built-in cameras.
- **Smartphone Integration:** Specialized GPS devices are finding ways to integrate with smartphones, allowing for seamless data sharing and streamlined functionality;
- **Multi-purpose Devices:** As consumers demand more from their gadgets, GPS devices are adapting by adding features like cameras and social-sharing functions to become multi-purpose tools for travel and exploration.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Outdoor Gear:** Outdoor gear companies can capitalize on the trend towards more sophisticated GPS devices by integrating advanced tracking and mapping functions into their products.
- **Travel and Tourism:** The travel and tourism industry can benefit from the trend towards multi-purpose GPS devices that offer social sharing and multimedia functionality, allowing travelers to document and share their experiences in real-time.
- **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can capitalize on the trend towards smartphone integration by developing GPS devices that seamlessly integrate with mobile devices and offer enhanced functionality beyond basic GPS navigation.

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