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TeleNav Selects Tele Atlas For Digital Maps And Content

"Using TeleNav Connected Service, TeleNav Shotgun users will not have to worry about downloading new maps or business listings," said Sal Dhanani, co-founder and senior director of marketing for TeleNav.
by Staff Writers
Lebanon NH (SPX) Nov 11, 2008
Tele Atlas and TeleNav have announced Tele Atlas maps and content will power TeleNav Shotgun, the company's first two-way, Internet-connected GPS personal navigation device (PND).

Through TeleNav Connected ServiceSM, TeleNav Shotgun leverages the wireless network to provide real-time, connected features for business travelers.

Designed to help users navigate with ease in unfamiliar environments, TeleNav Shotgun is preloaded with Tele Atlas maps of the United States, including Puerto Rico, and Canada. Tele Atlas will also provide content for the TeleNav Shotgun business directory, which includes millions of points of interest (POIs).

"Using TeleNav Connected Service, TeleNav Shotgun users will not have to worry about downloading new maps or business listings," said Sal Dhanani, co-founder and senior director of marketing for TeleNav.

"Access to up to date maps and POIs from Tele Atlas means business travelers can feel confident when they're driving in new cities."

"The navigation industry is evolving to offer more connected options via wireless GPS navigation services and personal navigation devices," said Jude McColgan, vice president of consumer markets, Tele Atlas.

"Tele Atlas' ability to deliver the most up to date maps and relevant content, enhanced now with community input, and depth of experience in personal navigation will combine with TeleNav's innovative products for a powerful connected navigation experience. We are pleased to deepen our relationship with TeleNav as it continues to offer solutions in both the mobile and personal navigation arenas."

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