Suffice to say Garmin has pretty much dominated the workout space when it comes to tracking your fitness routine.  That isn’t to say there aren’t other players in the space, but Garmin’s Forerunner watches, and variations there of, are probably the most robust and one of the most reliable.  Now Magellan wants in on the action and has released the Switch Up (they also make a lesser version called the Switch).

Much like Garmin’s Forerunner watch you can mount this bad boy to your wrist and track your pace, elevation, location, speed and much more.  This version also includes a bike mount for those competing in triathlons, and if Magellan is to be believed switching from the wrist mount to the bike mount should be a snap.  Thanks to ANT+ tech it can work wirelessly with a compatible heart rate monitor as well as a a foot pod and bike sensor for added info.

All this data is displayed on a 1.26-inch high resolution screen, which is apparently viewable even in direct sunlight.  That’s assuming of course you’ve still got juice left in the rechargeable battery, which should be good for up to 8 hour of continuous use when in workout mode or 3 weeks when in just watch mode.  Score the add-on battery pack and you can extend the time between charges by up to 24 hours or 9 weeks, respectively.

The whole package is waterproof up to 50 meters and let’s not overlook the barometric altimeter and outdoor temperature sensor, something Garmin hasn’t included in any of their Forerunner devices to date.  However, Garmin does boast Garmin Connect, their social networking like service, which allows athletes to share data, trails as well as compete with one and other in a virtual format directly on the device.  That said, we’re not sure that Magellan has a chance in hell when it comes to competing with them, but our hats are still off to them for a robust device that seems like it can easily stand the test of time, as well as multiple climates.

Magellan hasn’t said when they’ll start selling the Switch Up, but expect it to cost $300, or $350 with a heart rate monitor.

Crutchfield is once again knocking down the price on this Magellan’s RoadMate 2136T-LM GPS!

Feast your eyes on this sweet deal! Now you can grab this fully featured Magellan Navigator for a superb low price! This Roadmate features a 4.3-Inch easy to see display and will guide you to any destination without issue. Fully vocalized directions allow you to keep your eyes on the road, and thanks to the fully voiced street names you need not look away for a moment, and you won’t miss your turn. Lane guidance is also here, for this complicated Highways and freeways that you’ll doubtless traverse. In addition the Magellan also has over 6,000,000 points of interest in its arsenal, everything from gas stations to hotels and restaurants so even when in unknown territory you have somewhere to stop and take a breather.

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1Sale A Day via ebay is offering a new low price on this Magellan Maestro 4210 GPS System!

If you’re looking to get around then there’s no better way than to save this much in one go! This Magellan Maestro navigator is the best budget solution for navigating around cities or towns with ease. This model comes with a large 4.3-Inch display which is plenty large enough for easy viewing on your dash. It includes voiced turn-by-turn directions which take the guesswork out of driving and keep your eyes on the road. While mistakes can easy be avoided with route recalculation. You have plenty of options for reaching your location as well, from choosing the shortest route or quickest route by time, utilizing less or more freeways and of course avoiding toll roads. It has 4 hours of battery life on a single charge for outdoor use and includes 2GBs of installed memory with connectivity over a USB 2.0 interface.

They’ve got it for $69.99 with free shipping.

Amazon is offering a new discount on this Magellan RoadMate 3030LM 4.7-Inch Portable GPS Navigator With Lifetime Maps which comes to only $179.99 – $70 Instant Discount + Free Shipping = $109.99!

Never get lost on the road again with the right GPS on your side! The Magellan RoadMate Navigator combines all the features you need to give you the perfect vehicle navigation experience. It starts with the large 4.7-Inch display which is easy to see from any angle and continues on with turn-by-turn spoken directions and even a highway lane assist which will keep you on the right track anywhere. It has a one-Touch favorites menu for quick access to your favorite destination and is preloaded with maps of U.S., Puerto Rico, and Canada with over 6 Million points of interest. You will also get free lifetime map updates to keep up with the constant road additions and changes that happen every day.

Magellan just got back into the GIS market with the eXplorist Pro 10, a Windows 6.5 powered handheld GPS unit. It has a rugged, IPX-7 rated waterproof case that sports a 3-inch, WQVGA transflective color touchscreen. Under the proverbial hood is a 533MHz processor with 128MB RAM and 4GB of built-in storage expandable by microSD card by up to 32GB. Juice comes by way of two AA disposable batteries that provides up to 15 hours of use.
Magellan says that the eXplorist Pro 10′s built-in GPS chip is accurate by up to 3 to 5 meters. Adding a a supported Bluetooth enabled GPS receiver improves accuracy to 1 – 3 meters. Rounding out the feature set includes a 3.2 megapixel sensor, an onboard voice recorder, a 3D compass, pressure altimeter and barometer.
The Magellan eXplorist Pro 10 is on sale now for $699.99.

The Magellan® eXplorist® Pro 10 GPS Receiver – Waterproof, Rugged, Built-in Bluetooth and Runs an Open Platform on Windows Mobile 6.5
SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — Magellan, a pioneering GPS brand, today announced it’s re-entering the GIS market with the eXplorist Pro 10, a rugged, lightweight and waterproof GPS handheld device specifically designed for GPS/GIS data collection.
Featuring a vibrant 3-inch, WQVGA transflective color touchscreen, 533MHz processor and 128MB RAM, the eXplorist Pro 10 packs the power needed to work with maps and large data sets into a compact-handheld form factor. It comes with 4GB of onboard storage and is expandable with up to 32GB via microSDHC card slot, enabling large data sets such as aerial photos to be loaded easily.
With its rugged IPX-7 waterproof casing, the lightweight eXplorist Pro 10 is the ideal GIS data collection handheld device for GIS professionals seeking to collect GPS/GIS data. The Pro 10 can deliver 3 to 5 meters accuracy in real-time using its internal GPS receiver or work with a supported Bluetooth enabled GPS receiver to achieve sub-meter or 1-3 meter accuracy.
“Rugged environments, reliability and durability are today’s main challenges for GIS professionals,” said Sunnie Tsai, Sr. Director, product marketing for Magellan. “With flexible GPS accuracy options, built-in Bluetooth wireless technology and a high resolution camera, the Pro 10 handheld enhances productivity at a very affordable price.”
Built-in Bluetooth wireless technology enables users to connect laser rangefinders, barcode scanners, and other Bluetooth-enabled devices for convenient cable-free solutions.
Added features to help record data include a built-in 3.2 mega-pixel camera to capture geotagged photos and video, and an on-board voice recorder to enable hands-free note taking. The Pro 10 also includes a 3D compass, pressure altimeter and barometer. It can run up 15 hours on two standard AA batteries.
The palm-sized handheld is powered by the standard Windows Mobile v6.5 operating system. The Pro 10 is specifically developed as an open platform to run powerful GIS data collection programs such as ESRI’s ArcPad 10 as well as a wide range of other Windows Mobile data collection software programs.
The eXplorist Pro 10 is now available through Magellan’s GIS Distribution Channel for an MSRP of $699.99. To learn more, please visit www.magellangps.com/GIS.

Newegg has a coupon deal going for the Magellan Roadmate 1470 GPS for just $119.99 – $30 Coupon (EMCKFJH52) + Free Shipping = $89.99!

With a super price like this you will never have to worry about finding your way on the road again! This Magellan Roadmate GPS is packed with every feature you need to easily arrive at your destination every single time without problems. It features a large 4.7-Inch display so you can easily see where you’re going and even had adjustable Night view which adjusts the brightness and contrast to easily see in the night time. You don’t have to take your eyes off the road either, as this navigator will audibly speak all of your directions including street names and even assist you with proper lanes so you will always make the right turns. You can even bookmark your favorite destinations for easy navigation to places you visit most often without any hassle.

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