StreetDeck is more than just GPS NAVIGATION software

Heres the review of the Viliv X70 EX with CarKit.  The model I tested was the top of the line model with 32 Gb SSD and 3G Modem.  The X70 is probably the best UMPC I've used in the car.  The car kit is very nice and having a built in GPS makes it very convienent.  The 7" screen does make it easier to use and more usable while driving.  Overall, I still prefer the S5 for its ability to easily fit in your pocket when you get out of the car, but if portability is not a concern or having a 7" screen is, you can't go wrong with the X70 and it does have a SD card slot which I do miss on the S5.

Dynamism  (http://www.dynamism.com) has the X70 on sale now for $599. 

 For a more in depth review of the x70 check out http://www.umpcportal.com/2009/06/viliv-x70-ex-umpc-full-review-with-videos 

A new BETA update has been posted for StreetDeck.  The biggest change in this update is the addition of the navigation API.  This is a BETA update, the API function calls exposed may and probably will change before the final release.  Developers should not release any addins targetting this update as they will probably break with the final release 

Only activated StreetDeck users can download the update.  It is available as an .sdu file on the StreetDeck Downloads page.  Just double click to install after downloading.  You will only see the update after logging in with a user that you have activated a copy of StreetDeck with.

The radio recording volume can now be set in radio settings
Added SetFontAndFormat function to panel objects in the SDK
Exposed navigation SDK
Added transition set and get to SDK
Fixed problem with the appropriate radio dll not being selected in settings
Fixed coordinate search
satellite imagery is now shown in browse mode
Satellite imagery now displays multiple zoom levels of data
Removed the satellite radio configuration wizard
Enhanced support for selection and configuration of the Viliv S5 GPS
Fixed reset config to clear all defaults
Fixed default application colors
Added an option do disable right-click GoBack function
Added an option to disable the navigation sidebar in all modules except the fullscreen navigation module
Simplified registration wizard
Improved Viliv S5 GPS detection

Having trouble getting your S5 GPS working with StreetDeck, check out the video above.  Remember, the key for the S5 is to leave your GPS source on Not Set to allow StreetDeck to automatically dectect it and choose the proper baud rate.  Also, please be patient and remember to have a clear view of the sky when waiting for a signal as the initial GPS lock may take several minutes.  This video only applies to the Viliv S5 GPS and StreetDeck 2.  The next update to StreetDeck will make several updates to GPS source selection for the S5 to make its status more obvious.

Volkswagen Electronic Research Labs in Palo Alto, CA have used StreetDeck for a number of internal research projects on thier Intel powered car computers.  Check out C-Net's review of the GLORIA head unit running StreetDeck with a custom skin and custom addins.

[Via Engadget Via CNET]

The Streetdeck 2 Distribution has just been updated to include a new updated POI dataset.  Existing StreetDeck 2 users can upgrade to the new data set for free by downloading the new distribution and installing it over thier existing installation.

 To get the new POIs, simply download and install SD2Dist.exe.

The new dataset is close to double in size of the old one and now includes all of the following POI types:
COFFEE SHOP
CLOTHING STORE
BANK
RESTAURANT
RENT-A-CAR
PARKING LOT
BOOK STORE
GROCERY
GAS
ATM
HOTEL
AIRPORT
HOME IMPROVEMENT
GOLF COURSE
MARINA
BORDER XING
RECREATION
TOURIST INFORMATION
CONVENIENCE STORE
SCHOOL
AUTO REPAIR
DEPARTMENT STORE
CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
THEATER
AMUSEMENT PARK
TOURIST ATTR
AUTO DEALER
PHARMACY
WINERY
COMMUNITY CENTER
POLICE
CITY HALL
SPORTING GOODS STORE
MUSEUM
LIBRARY
BUS STN
RAIL STN
SHOPPING CENTER
BUSINESS
TRANSIT STN
AUTOMOBILE CLUB
CINEMA
CASINO
SKI RESORT
PARK&RIDE
HOSPITAL
CONF CTR/EXPO
UNIV/COL
PARKING GARAGE
HIST MONUMENT
REST AREA
MOTORCYCLE DEALERSHIP
HAMLET
OFFICE SUPPLY

Gizmodo has just reviewed the ACER Revo and apparently its awesome.  It's small, relativly inexpensive, and based on NVIDIA's Ion platform which has some pretty killer 3D performance and should be great for running StreetDeck.  According to gizmodo, when it comes out it should be less then $500.

via Gizmodo

StreetDeck 2 has finally been officially released.  You can download a free 30-Day trial including north american navigation from the downloads page and purchase the full version from a StreetDeck reseller.  Existing StreetDeck 1 users can purchase an upgrade through the upgrade wizard.

CeBit was today and it looks like there was a plethora of GPS enabled UMPCs there.

Heres a slideshow on UMPCPortal.com featuring a number of UMPCs

Check out the Lluon Mobbit PS400 UMPC

They also have another video on the Viliv S5

I just recieved a couple of sample units of the Viliv S5 with car kit and its awesome!  It's the first UMPC that I've used that seems purpose made for GPS navigation.  With it's Intel ATOM processor and 3D acceleration it has no problem doing multimedia either.   Just a few of the reasons why I like it: 

•  4.8" Screen and Pocketable
• Very quick resume from standby and a battery that will let it last 200 hours on standby
• A car kit made specifically for the S5
• The best resistive touch screen I've ever used
• A very bright display
• Built in GPS

UPDATE: I recieved some updated data from the manufacturer and updated the video.  The extenal Wi-Fi antenna port pointed out in the old video is actually an external DMB antenna and won't be in the final North American version.  The weight is just 385g, not 720g.  It will also be available with a 32 GB SSD hard drive option.