Nextar’s Q4-series portable GPS system

Nextar added two new portable GPS navigation systems, the Q4-01 and Q4-02 to the Q-series line-up of portable navigation devices.

Both the devices are much simpler and less expensive when compared to the previous products such as Q4-MD that is capable of accessing wireless data networks and delivering voice-guided directions.

The Q4-01 has support for mapping of 50 US states along with 1.6 million points of interest. The Q4-02 is essentially same as the Q4-01 except that it comes with Canada and Puerto Rico maps points of interest count is up to 6 million.

Both the models can be used for MP3 playback, for displaying JPEG photos via an SD card. The unit is powered with a built-in lithium-ion battery. The address book can store up to 300 entries and users can pick either 2d mode or 3d view modes. A night mode is also available that makes viewing directions easier on the eyes.

The devices comes with an AC and car power adapter, USB cable, a protective pouch, mounting cradle, dashboard mount disk, mounting bracket, SD card and a stylus.

The Nextar Q4-01 is priced at $299 and the Q4-02 is priced at $399. Both are now available for purchase.