MITAC MIO P550 PDA NAVIGATION DEVICE

MITAC MIO P550 PDA NAVIGATION DEVICE

PDA with fully embedded GPS receiver, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

The new Mio P550 is a versatile navigation device, providing full PDA capability, internet access via built-in Wi-Fi, and wireless connectivity with Bluetooth. And because the P550 is compatible with most Windows Mobile 5 software, you can use it for off road navigation.

Works both on the road and off it

For complete flexibility, the P550 leaves you free to choose whichever Windows Mobile 5-compatible navigation software you like.

SiRFstar III for fast, accurate positioning

The latest SiRF starIII GPS receiver picks up satellite signals faster and holds them better, whatever your surroundings.

Wireless file transfers with Bluetooth

Use the P550 to exchange files with other BluetoothT devices.

Works both on the road and off it

As long as it runs on the Windows Mobile 5 operating platform, the Mio P550 can support the GPS software of your choice.

That means you're no longer restricted as to where and when you can use GPS. Nor do you need different devices depending on the activity you want to use them for. In short, wherever you want to take it, you can.

For the road, we recommend Mio Map software. Mio Map will guide you to your destination for a perfect, seamless journey every time, with maps of 24 European countries available. But the P550 is equally in its element if you want to go sailing, biking, or hiking. Just add the software and go.

SiRFstar III for fast, accurate positioning

The highly sensitive SirfStar III GPS chipset, meanwhile, can receive signals from up to 20 satellites for extremely accurate positioning, even in the toughest terrain. So whether you find yourself in the centre of a city or the middle of the countryside, the P550 makes sure you'll find your way.

When it comes to connecting the receiver, you needn't worry about getting in a tangle, because it comes built-in. Slim and sleek, the P550 is the ultimate in compact design, offering pocket-sized portability that's perfect whether you travel on foot, by bike or in your car.

Wireless file transfers with Bluetooth

Use the Mio P550 to exchange files with other BluetoothTM devices.

High transmission speeds and reliable connections make it fast and easy to exchange files with other BluetoothTM enabled devices and synchronise Contacts with OutlookTM on your desktop.

Expandable memory for unlimited possibilities

Use standard SD/MMC cards to store pictures, MP3 files, videos, and eBooks and turn the P550 into a multimedia entertainment centre on the move.

You could always take a couple of books, your MP3 player and your photo album along on your journey. But just think how much easier it would be if you stored eBooks, music, photos and film on a standard memory card.

The P550 comes with a memory expansion slot that lets you to do just that. And it doesn't matter how long you're going away for, because memory cards mean the possibilities are endless.

Whether you want to read on the train, show relatives your family snaps, or listen to music strolling around town, the P550 lets you take unlimited entertainment wherever you go.

Click here to look at a memory card compatibility table.

Full PDA functionality and synchronisationwith Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Office Pocket applications including Word Mobile, Excel Mobile and PPT Mobile help you to keep up with work on the way.

With the Mio P550, GPS is just the start. It also offers all the advantages a surprisingly powerful, incredibly versatile PDA running Windows Mobile. Providing access to all MicrosoftTM OfficeTM Pocket applications, you can go through your PowerPoint presentation, edit Word documents or create an Excel spreadsheet any time you need to. From now on, you'll always be prepared and up to speed. Synchronise your Mio P550 with your desktop computer and you never again have to leave your office without your OutlookTM contacts or calendar. And when you've had enough of work, you can also use the P550 to play a game, watch a video or listen to some music.