Handheld GPS

Handheld GPS

A portable handheld portable GPS unit is not really what you think it is. In the terminology of GPS handheld GPS and a hand-held GPS are 2 different things. A handheld GPS is a small handheld device like a radio or a watch with GPS technology. A GPS unit is a unit that can go from vehicle to vehicle if you do a lot of traveling. Portable sense, it is not permanently mounted to a vehicle. In this way, you will not get lost whatever city you are in. GPS receivers are now available in small units that can fit in your pocket. These units are used by skiers, cyclists, hikers and lovers of country skiing to track progress, map routes of return, to put aside the routes of travel, and many other applications. One of the most recent past users of handheld GPS is geocaching. Geocaching is a treasure hunt to find using GPS to hide and containers treasure with others. 21st century treasure hunting. Is that not cool.

While these units can be fun, they are also useful in an emergency. Using the Global Positioning System technology you can pinpoint your location in case of an accident or if you get lost in the desert. And they fit easily into a backpack or pocket.

As with any electronic device of these units are available with many features. These features include: map database; Voice activated GPS, WAAS technology, the less-reflection screen; usurpation of the functions of prevention, an option to custom icons, and MP3. However, a unit of about $ 100 will give you what you need to do some hiking or trekking and find your way home.

Different models vary according to the GPS and database software installed. To facilitate the exercise of interactive GPS unit, all models have basic instructions on the screen. Most handheld GPS models come with instructions that will allow you to hear the information disseminated and the read on the screen.

Personal choices that will determine handheld GPS receiver you choose. Your choice will depend on the type of mapping software...

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Handheld GPS - 734 items found


GARMIN GPS MAP GPSMap 60C RECEIVER 60 C HANDHELD 56MB
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
TRIP COMPUTER,STOPWATCH,ALARM,HUNT&FISH,COLOR LCD,56MB
$164.99 Buy It Now
End time: 22-May-08 11:25:46 PDT

NewGarmin Colorado 300 Handheld GPS Worldwide Basemap NEW
Garmin > Other Garmin Models
BRAND NEW 2008 GREAT PRICE GREAT SERVICE FAST SHIPPING
$442.49 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 11:23:54 PDT

NewGarmin Colorado 400C Handheld GPS Coastal Maps NEW
Garmin > Other Garmin Models
BRAND NEW 2008 GREAT PRICE GREAT SERVICE FAST SHIPPING
$552.49 Buy It Now
End time: 22-May-08 11:22:28 PDT

Garmin eTrex Legend® Handheld GPS Receiver
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
$9.99
Bids: 0
End time: 22-May-08 11:09:43 PDT

Garmin Etrex Venture GPS Handheld Unit-NO RESERVE
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
$0.99
Bids: 0
End time: 27-May-08 11:07:23 PDT

GARMIN GPSMAP 60CS HANDHELD COLOR GPS 60 CS SEALED
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
SHIPS SAME DAY- EXTENDED WARRANTY -TITANIUM POWERSELLER
$0.99
Bids: 1
End time: 18-May-08 11:01:18 PDT

GARMIN GPSMAP 76 Handheld GPS Navigator, NR
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
$119.99 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 06:53:01 PDT

Garmin ETREX LEGEND CX Handheld GPS Sealed 010-00440-00
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
TRIP COMPUTER,Stopwatch,ALARM,Hunting,Fishing Calendar
$0.99
Bids: 0
End time: 18-May-08 10:50:43 PDT

GARMIN GPSMAP 76Cx 76 Cx Handheld Marine GPS
GPS Devices > Marine GPS Devices
$239.95 Buy It Now
End time: 22-May-08 10:39:47 PDT

GARMIN ETREX VISTA HANDHELD OUTDOOR GPS, NR
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Vista
$119.99 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 06:37:53 PDT

GARMIN GPSMAP 76CSx 76 CSx Handheld Marine GPS
GPS Devices > Marine GPS Devices
$274.95 Buy It Now
End time: 22-May-08 10:37:26 PDT

GARMIN ETREX LEGEND HANDHELD OUTDOOR GPS
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
$39.99
Bids: 0
End time: 22-May-08 06:34:51 PDT

GARMIN ETREX VENTURE HANDHELD OUTDOOR GPS, NR
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
$91.99 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 06:23:35 PDT

Garmin Forerunner® 201 Handheld GPS Receiver - Used
Garmin > Garmin Forerunner
$40.00
Bids: 0
End time: 24-May-08 06:20:14 PDT

NewGarmin eTrex Legend HCx Handheld GPS w/SD slot, NEW
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
$203.99 Buy It Now
Get It Fast
End time: 24-May-08 06:15:52 PDT

GARMIN ETREX VENTURE HANDHELD OUTDOOR GPS, NR
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
$91.99 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 06:10:42 PDT

GARMIN ETREX VISTA HANDHELD OUTDOOR GPS, NR
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Vista
$119.99 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 06:09:05 PDT

GARMIN GPS MAP GPSMap 60C RECEIVER 60 C HANDHELD 56MB
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
TRIP COMPUTER,STOPWATCH,ALARM,HUNT&FISH,COLOR LCD,56MB
$169.99 Buy It Now
End time: 20-May-08 10:07:51 PDT

GARMIN GPSMAP 76 Handheld GPS Navigator, NR
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
$119.99 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 06:07:46 PDT

NewNew Magellan Explorist 400 Handheld GPS + Extra
Magellan > Explorist
Carrying Case, Adaptor, Battery
$99.99 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 05:06:05 PDT

Garmin eTrex Vista® Handheld GPS Receiver
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Vista
$0.99Buy It Now: $75.0
Bids: 0
End time: 20-May-08 10:05:39 PDT

NewGarmin eTrex Legend® C Handheld GPS Receiver
Garmin > Other Garmin Models
$9.99
Bids: 0
End time: 24-May-08 09:48:23 PDT

HP Jornada 680 handheld Pocket PC with Teletype GPS
Cell Phones & PDAs > PDAs & Pocket PCs
$1.00
Bids: 0
End time: 24-May-08 09:11:42 PDT

Garmin ETREX LEGEND CX Handheld GPS Sealed 010-00440-00
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
TRIP COMPUTER,Stopwatch,ALARM,Hunting,Fishing Calendar
$26.00
Bids: 3
End time: 18-May-08 09:02:57 PDT

Magellan eXplorist™ 500 Handheld GPS Receiver
Magellan > Explorist
$0.99
Bids: 0
End time: 22-May-08 05:00:03 PDT

Magellan GPS Companion for Palm M500 Series Handhelds
Automotive GPS Devices > Magellan
$10.00
Bids: 0
End time: 20-May-08 08:34:30 PDT

NewMagellan SporTrak Map Handheld GPS- MANY EXTRAS - NEW
Magellan > Sportrak
*** Mapsend Worldwide Basemap included ***
$79.99 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 08:30:21 PDT

Magellan eXplorist™ 200 Handheld GPS Receiver
Magellan > Explorist
$50.00
Bids: 0
End time: 24-May-08 04:24:31 PDT

NewMAGELLAN TRITON 2000 HANDHELD GPS BRAND NEW
Automotive GPS Devices > Magellan
$299.99
Bids: 0
End time: 20-May-08 08:23:55 PDT

Garmin ETREX LEGEND CX Handheld GPS Sealed 010-00440-00
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
TRIP COMPUTER,Stopwatch,ALARM,Hunting,Fishing Calendar
$31.00
Bids: 5
End time: 18-May-08 07:09:04 PDT

100 GPS Cobra COBRA GPS100-HANDHELD GPS-Soft Grip Sides
Recreational GPS Devices > Cobra
Great for camping, hiking, hunting, fishing, traveling!
$47.66
Bids: 0
End time: 24-May-08 07:00:00 PDT

NewMAGELLAN TRITON 200 HANDHELD GPS NEW IN BOX !!!!!!!!!!!
Automotive GPS Devices > Magellan
$89.00Buy It Now: $89.0
Bids: 0
End time: 24-May-08 06:47:27 PDT

New**** NEW **** Magellan Triton 500 Handheld GPS Receiver
Magellan > Other Magellan
$210.00Buy It Now: $219.99
Bids: 0
End time: 24-May-08 06:42:45 PDT

GARMIN GPS MAP GPSMap 60CS RECEIVER 60 CS HANDHELD 56MB
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
TRIP COMPUTER,STOPWATCH,ALARM,HUNT&FISH,COLOR LCD,56MB
$179.95 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 06:26:40 PDT

NewGPS Golf Guru Handheld Rangefinder Caddie More Features
Accessories > Range Finders
No Membership Fees! Unlimited Course Downloads!!
$192.50
Bids: 4
End time: 18-May-08 06:00:00 PDT

Garmin ETREX LEGEND CX Handheld GPS Sealed 010-00440-00
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
TRIP COMPUTER,Stopwatch,ALARM,Hunting,Fishing Calendar
$46.00
Bids: 4
End time: 18-May-08 05:29:10 PDT

Garmin ETREX LEGEND CX Handheld GPS Sealed 010-00440-00
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Legend
TRIP COMPUTER,Stopwatch,ALARM,Hunting,Fishing Calendar
$51.00
Bids: 7
End time: 18-May-08 05:20:45 PDT

Garmin eTrex Vista® Handheld GPS *** Electronic compass
Garmin > Garmin eTrex Vista
$69.00
Bids: 0
End time: 20-May-08 05:13:34 PDT

NewBRAND NEW GARMIN ETREX VENTURE HC HANDHELD GPS
CB, Ham & Shortwave > Marine Radio
Ebay Power Seller! Prompt shipping!
$135.00 Buy It Now
End time: 27-May-08 05:10:56 PDT

GARMIN GPSMAP 60Cx HANDHELD COLOR GPS 60 Cx 1 YR WARR
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
Geocaching Mode, Outdoor GPS Games, Custom POIs
$219.99 Buy It Now
End time: 20-May-08 04:00:00 PDT

Garmin Forerunner® 301 Handheld GPS Receiver
Garmin > Garmin Forerunner
$50.00
Bids: 1
End time: 20-May-08 03:34:38 PDT

Garmin Rino® 130 Handheld GPS Receiver
Garmin > Garmin Rino
$279.95 Buy It Now
Best Offer Enabled
End time: 19-May-08 09:04:08 PDT

NewMAGELLAN TRITON 2000 HANDHELD GPS BRAND NEW
Magellan > Other Magellan
New&Exclusive!! // Ready2Ship!1
$154.22
Bids: 5
End time: 18-May-08 03:28:07 PDT

GARMIN GPSMAP 60CS HANDHELD COLOR GPS
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
$0.99
Bids: 1
End time: 24-May-08 03:15:10 PDT

USED handheld Garmin GPS 48
Garmin > Other Garmin Models
$50.00
Bids: 0
End time: 24-May-08 03:02:55 PDT

NewNew Garmin Forerunner 205 Handheld GPS Receiver
Garmin > Garmin Forerunner
$149.00 Buy It Now
End time: 26-May-08 22:48:21 PDT

GARMIN GPS MAP GPSMap 60CS RECEIVER 60 CS HANDHELD 56MB
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
TRIP COMPUTER,STOPWATCH,ALARM,HUNT&FISH,COLOR LCD,56MB
$179.95 Buy It Now
End time: 24-May-08 02:47:50 PDT

GARMIN GPS MAP GPSMap 60CS RECEIVER 60 CS HANDHELD 56MB
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
TRIP COMPUTER,STOPWATCH,ALARM,HUNT&FISH,COLOR LCD,56MB
$199.99 Buy It Now
End time: 22-May-08 02:46:58 PDT

GARMIN GPS MAP GPSMap 60C RECEIVER 60 C HANDHELD 56MB
Garmin > Garmin GPSMap
TRIP COMPUTER,STOPWATCH,ALARM,HUNT&FISH,COLOR LCD,56MB
$149.99 Buy It Now
End time: 20-May-08 02:46:00 PDT

New**** NEW **** Magellan Triton 500 Handheld GPS Receiver
Magellan > Other Magellan
$210.00Buy It Now: $219.99
Bids: 0
End time: 24-May-08 02:43:25 PDT

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Handheld GPS News



Trimble Introduces New Version of its Tiny Surface Mount GPS Receiver
Spatial News (press release), FL - 2 hours ago
Compatible with active or passive antennas, the Copernicus II GPS receiver can be used in portable handheld, battery-powered applications such as Bluetooth
Trimble Raises the Bar for Mapping and GIS Accuracy With the SunHerald.com
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Coolest Gadgets
Trimble Copernicus II GPS Receiver
Coolest Gadgets, UK - 50 minutes ago
Compatible with active or passive antennas, the Copernicus II GPS receiver can be used in portable handheld, battery-powered applications such as Bluetooth

Fifty years of DARPA: Hits, misses and ones to watch
New Scientist (subscription), UK - 21 minutes ago
Speech translation: Although not yet available to consumers, handheld language translation devices developed with DARPA funding are already being used in

MTI Micro Unveils Fuel Cells for Handheld Electronics
SustainableBusiness.com, NY - May 6, 2008
"Battery life is a key issue with handheld GPS devices, especially as manufacturers add advanced energy-hungry features to new models, such as larger full

Trimble Introduces New Version of Its Tiny Surface Mount GPS Receiver
SunHerald.com, MS - May 14, 2008
Compatible with active or passive antennas, the Copernicus II GPS receiver can be used in portable handheld, battery-powered applications such as Bluetooth

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