Tech Shout!

Mio Technology and US-based retailer RadioShack Corp. have jointly introduced the Mio DigiWalker C320 portable GPS navigation device. The C320 sports a 4.3-inch widescreen anti-glare display and is preloaded with U.S. maps (including Alaska and Hawaii).

DigiWalker C320’s 4.3-inch widescreen display has a touchscreen feature, making it possible for users to quickly and easily navigate to virtually any address in the U.S. with complete voice-guided directions. In addition, it also features a split screen view that can display point of interest menu, which includes 1.7 million gas stations, hotels, restaurants and tourist attractions in the U.S.

“With our shared goal of delivering affordable, yet cutting-edge products to tech-savvy consumers, Mio Technology and RadioShack are a perfect fit - we’re thrilled to partner with them for the launch of this important new product,” maintianed Kiyoshi Hamai, North American sales director, Mio Technology USA, Ltd. “The C320 is especially appropriate for this national rollout because of its appeal to both first-time users and GPS veterans.”

RadioShack Merchandising Vice President Doug Lane said, “We pride ourselves on introducing innovative technology to customers in an easy-to-digest format.” Adding, “We have featured Mio DigiWalker GPS devices in our stores since April. Previous models received a tremendous response because of their great price and ease of use, and we expect nothing less from the sleek C320. Combine this great line of products from a leading worldwide supplier of portable GPS devices with our knowledgeable sales associates, and it’s easy to understand why RadioShack has emerged as the leading retailer of this exciting new technology.”

The main specs of the DigiWalker C320 portable GPS navigation device are:

GPS Receiver Channels: 20 (SiRFstarIII), WAAS Enabled

Memory: 1 GB NAND RAM, 64 MB Flash ROM

Display: 4.3″ TFT with Touch Screen and 65k Colors

Storage Format: SD/MMC Memory Expansion Module

Battery: 1300 mAH Li-ion

USB: V2.0

Weight: 6.7 oz (190g)

Dimensions: 4.21″ x 3.15″ x 0.91″

Priced at $299.95, the DigiWalker C320 portable GPS navigation device is available exclusively via RadioShack.