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A GPS is a Global Positioning System which is basically a device which shows your current location on Earth to a high degree of accuracy. The use of GPS is predominantly commercial for creating driving directions for commercial vehicles and figuring out the fastest and most efficient routes to save costs. The Garmin Nuvi 350 is an example of such a GPS device. It comes with many preloaded maps and various Points of Interest which make it easier for the user to find stores, accommodation and even food wherever he or she may be with the ease of a touch screen.

In every day terms, a PDA is a small handheld pocket computer. The RIM Blackberry is a perfect example of a PDA that's developed into a cell phone as well, with its advanced audio capabilities. The prolific use of Blackberries by famous celebrities contributed in part to the huge and growing popularity across the nation.

The addition of GPS to PDAs has made them even more useful and popular. This means that one can find maps and directions on them too. An example of this device may be the Garmin iQue300 which holds the honor of being the first PDA to include GPS technology. This device was driven by the Palm OS and contained the Garmin GPS system. A bonus feature in this product was that it could locate contacts stored on the phone through voice activation.

There will probably always be a debate on which is more preferable. Is it better to have one PDA with GPS, or have your GPS as a separate device?

Regardless of your choice, there are always benefits and drawbacks. Two separate devices will definitely work out to be more expensive. Some of the GPS devices can be quite bulky and can be a problem if you need to carry them around with you. In such situations you will be best suited with a GPS PDA phone. The downside of a single device is that you can use only one function at a time. The GPS PDA phone will also have a comparatively smaller screen than that of a GPS on its own, so it may be harder to read.

All in all, it depends on your needs. If your primary use of the PDA is as a phone and organizer, then two separate devices would be better. But if you want to go easy on your wallet and don't mind a little more complications, then a GPS PDA phone maybe your best choice.

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By Bryon Stahl. At pdas.besttipsonline.com you can get advice on PDAs, as well as Blackberry accessories tips.



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