R&D efforts target units with larger screens and higher memory to meet a diverse market base.

TOP TRENDS

• Performance enhancements: Under efforts to boost product performance and broaden market reach, makers are introducing models adopting the hardware of mobile Internet devices. The latest releases pack 800MHz CPUs and 7in 800x480-pixel screens. These can support GPS, Wi-Fi, 3G and A/V playback.
• Advanced solutions: Suppliers utilize Arm11 processors, and turn to key providers Telechips, MediaTek and CSR for the chipsets. High-end portable GPS devices run on the SiRFprima from the last. Other units are based on the SiRFatlasV, TCC8901 and TCC8902 from Telechips, and MediaTek’s MT3351.
• Adding value: Makers equip models with DVR function to enable simultaneous real-time recording and navigation while driving. An FM transmitter, 1 to 3MP camera and TPMS sensors may also included.
• Sales & price outlook: Sales are projected to stay unchanged or decline in 1H12 as a result of rivalry from other product lines such as mobile phones and car DVD players that support GPS function. The majority of suppliers anticipate quotes of basic models to remain stable despite fierce competition and a stronger yuan.

Product gallery Gat Wick Enterprise Ltd Model: GW-T501 Description: Telechips TCC8902 Arm11 CPU; 256MB DDR2 RAM; 5in TFT LCD, 800x480 pixels; 3G optional

Kinwei Technology Shenzhen Co. Ltd Model: KW-GM5008S Description: STA2064N CPU; 128MB DDR2 RAM, up to 4GB fl ash memory; 5in TFT LCD, 480x272 pixels

Olivesky International Electronic Co. Ltd Model: EG-7013 Description: MediaTek MT3351 468MHz CPU; 7in TFT touchscreen, 800x480 pixels; 128MB SDRAM, 128MB NAND flash memory

Shenzhen Sukconn Electronics Co. Ltd Model: SY-50DR Description: 5in screen; 640x480 pixels at 25fps; Windows CE 6.0 OS; 1.3MP camera; CE, FCC, RoHS

Shenzhen Topband Co. Ltd Model: TB-G703 Description: SiRFatlasV CPU; 7in screen, 800x480 pixels; 128MB DDR RAM, 128MB to 32GB NAND flash memory

Waysion Technology (Xiamen) Co. Ltd Model: M-728 Description: Freescale i.MX28 Arm11 CPU; 7in touchscreen LCD with Mobile Data Terminal; microphone, webcam

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