Pros and Cons by GPS Form Factor
(updated 04/06/03)

• Wireless:
  • Choose placement for best reception
  • Inconspicuous
• Autonomy (extendable)
• Excellent performance thanks to IIe/LP chipset

• Expensive (getting cheaper as of 02/03)
• Requires BT enabled PocketPC (except GPSmart)

• Will fit most current PPCs
• Can be used outside a car
• No cables

• Reduces autonomy of PocketPC
  • improved with IIe/LP chipset
• Adds weight and bulk to PocketPC
• May require external antenna

• Cheapest dedicated PPC solution
• Powered by car (not by PPC)

• Limited to car use
• Might cause cable clutter
• Cables not available for all PPCs

• Tight integration
• Offers CF memory slot for maps

• Can only be used with iPaq PPCs
• Fairly expensive without software bundle

• Can be cheap for simple models
• Can be used without a PocketPC

• Might cause cable clutter
• Cables not available for all PPCs

• "TV-like"operation
  • Instant-on
  • Well integrated
• Slick/integrated design

• Expensive (but less than embedded car solution)
• Can't change software