Google Earth adds hiking trails

Want to scout out some hikes before your next trip? Google Earth’s new layer has hundreds of them. Specifically, the Trimble Outdoors Trips layer features GPS-marked trails for activities including hiking, biking, backpacking and running. Just grab your handheld GPS unit and you’re ready to roll. The info includes directions to trailheads, a difficulty ranking, and notes on interesting sights to see along

Flood of GPS navigation devices hits market

A new generation of handheld GPS navigation devices, designed to have the sleekness and portability of an iPod, will be in stores soon. The hand-held GPS units, which are being pushed by both traditional makers like Garmin and big computer companies like Hewlett-Packard, are meant to be used by walkers and drivers. Cell phone companies will join the fray soon.

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