CES: Garmin launches StreetPilot navigation app for iPhone

22 Jan 2011

Garmin has announced its first turn-by-turn navigation app for iPhone, StreetPilot, as well as its full lineup of new smartphone applications for both iPhone and Android.

Garmin's new mobile applications - including StreetPilot for iPhone, Garmin Tracker, myMechanic, and My-Cast Lite - has been on display in the Garmin booth at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

The StreetPilot app is designed specifically for iPhone, the StreetPilot app gives iPhone owners unlimited use of Garmin's industry-leading navigation with traffic alerts.

The StreetPilot App includes many of the same high-end features available on Garmin's standalone automotive GPS devices like free traffic alerts that enable drivers to steer clear of traffic accidents, road closures and construction; lane assist with junction view that directs drivers to the preferred lane and displays realistic images of upcoming complex junctions; and speed limit indicators that display speed limits for most major roads.

It is an off-board navigation system so that customers always have the advantage of the most up-to-date mapping information available.

The StreetPilot app also integrates with a driver's iTunes music library so they can access and control their music while on the move; integrates with their address book so they can navigate directly from their contact list; and uses the multitasking ability of IOS 4 to allow them to take a phone call while the navigation continues to work in the background.