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Here you will find the 2014 news from ActiveGPS.co.uk. We used this page to advise of new product pages and releases, back in stocks, new map updates, product reviews and more during 2014. View the very latest news from 2021.
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Snooper S6800 sat nav range- 5th December 2014
The popular Snooper S6400 sat nav range has been superseded by by the S6800. While both devices have a 7-inch display, the new S6800 sat navs have two distinct new features:
‣MY-SPEED XL - road speed limits displayed on the units screen.
‣Tyre Pilot compatibility - monitor the tyre pressure of your vehicles tyres.
In total the Snooper S6800 comprises of four different models. While each model uses here maps, the preloaded POI and internal database differs between the range and has been created with a specific driver or vehicle type in mind, these are:
‣Snooper S6800 Syrius - for drivers of cars and small vans.
‣Snooper S6800 Truckmate - for drivers of trucks, HGV's and oversized vans.
‣Snooper S6800 Ventura - for drivers towing caravans or driving a motorhome, or large camper vans.
‣Snooper S6800 Bus & Coach - for drivers of coaches and buses.
Snooper sat nav 5-inch and 7-inch Sun Visors - 3rd December 2014
You can now buy and add a sun visor to compatible 5-inch and 7-inch Snooper sat navs. To sunshade visor, which helps to prevent direct sunlight making the screen difficult to read, simply attaches securely to your Snooper sat nav.
Models that either the 5-inch sun visor or 7-inch sun visor fit are: Snooper S5000, SC5700, S6400, S6450, S6800, S8000, DB8500.
Find accessories for your Snooper sat nav.
New expanded coverage Garmin City Navigator South Africa map - 2nd December 2014
The latest 2015 map of Southern Africa on SD/microSD Card for use with compatible Garmin nuvi/zumo sat navs and GPSMAP/eTrex/Oregon/Montana handheld series now has an extended coverage.
The extra coverage includes: Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Reunion and Zambia.
To view the complete list of countries that are included, or to buy the latest South Africa Garmin City Navigator map.
Snooper DVR-3HD In-Car Camera - 17th November 2014
Snoopers latest Driver Vehicle Recorder (DVR) is now in stock. Named the DVR-3HD, the device features a 2.4-inch colour display that not only allows you to watch playback of your recorded in-car videos, but also displays speed camera alerts via the AURA camera database.
What's more speed camera updates are FREE and not only cover the UK and Ireland, but many countries around the world too. Discover more
Coach and Bus sat nav range - 15th November 2014
First dedicated sat nav range for drivers of coaches and buses - Snooper Bus and Coach.
The coach and bus dedicated satellite navigation range comprises of five different models, each model is preloaded with UK and Europe maps.
Learn more about the coach sat nav range.
Garmin GPS 158 accessories - 10th November 2014
View and buy accessories for the Garmin GPS 158 and 158i marine GPS chartplotters.
Accessories available to buy include: protectective cover, flush mount kit, GA 38 GPS/GLONASS antenna and tilt/swivel mount.
All of the Garmin GPS 158 accessories are genuine and fully compatible with the Garmin GPS 158 and GPS 158i chartplotters.
Garmin zumo Security Screwdriver - 23rd October 2014
Replacement Garmin zumo security screwdriver is now available to buy from ActiveGPS. This is quite an old accessory which is for use with the zumo 400 and 500 series motorcycle mounting bracket.
When using the zumo security screwdriver you can tighten and/or unscrew the special security screw located on the mount. Buy your replacement Garmin zumo security screwdriver.
Garmin zumo 590LM Mount Weather Cover - 30th September 2014
Garmin zumo 590LM motorcycle mount weather cap/cover (pictured left) is now in stock. The cover is designed to fit over the zumo 590 motorcycle mount bracket when the motorcycle sat nav isn't being used on the mount. View the mount cap and other genuine Garmin zumo 590 accessories.
Truck/HGV and motorhome/caravan sat nav comparisons tables - 29th September 2014
Looking to purchase a truck or caravan sat nav? Unsure which one to buy?
We now have two comparison pages that compare all the main difference between the models. The table compare the differences between screen size to bundled extra features such as Freeview TV's and live traffic information.
View the Caravan and Motorhome comparison page
View the Truck, lorry and HGV comparison page
Latest 2014.5 V16 Garmin BlueCharts are now available - 17th September 2014
The very latest Garmin BlueCharts are now in stock.
Choose between g2 and g2 Vision charts and choose from small chart coverage e.g. Thames Estuary, right up to extra large chart coverage (g2 only) e.g. Europe, Northwest Atlantic and Iberian Peninsula.
All charts are made to order and will now have the very latest 2014.5 (also known as V16) chart mapping. Purchased a BlueChart in last 6-months? We offer a new chart guarantee. Buy with confidence from ActiveGPS.
‣View BlueChart g2 charts
‣View BlueChart g2 Vision charts
2015 Garmin City Navigator UK and Ireland NEW map - 9th September 2014
The very latest Garmin UK and Ireland street-level road map is now in stock.
The latest 2015.20 update is compatible with the following Garmin devices: nuvi (all models), dezl (all models), Montana (all models), Monterra, Oregon (all models), Dakota 20, Edge 100, 810, 800, 705, 605, eTrex 30, 20, GPSMAP 620, 78s, 78, 76CSx, 76Cx, 64st, 64s, 64, 62stc, 62sc, 62st, 62s, 60CSx, 60Cx..
A further 21 Garmin street-level road maps are also available to buy.
NEW lower price for GPSMAP 751 and 751xs - 8th September 2014
Garmin have lowered the SSP on both the Garmin GPSMAP 751 and 751xs marine chartplotters - view the new lower GPSMAP 751 pricing.
Garmin TOPO maps discontinued - 29th August 2014
As of 30th August 2014 the Garmin TOPO Great Britain mapping series (listed below) have been discontinued by Garmin. However, we still have limited stocks of all regions (less than 10 of each region). Buy now before they sell out. There will be no more.
Is there an alternative map? Garmin TOPO Great Britain series have been superseded (for some newer/latest devices only) by the GB Discoverer 1:50k or 1:25k Ordnance Survey series.
Garmin GTM 36 FM Traffic Receiver - 18th August 2014
Garmin's latest GTM FM traffic receiver is now in stock. The GTM 36 which replaces the GTM 35, provides live traffic information and services via the TMC (Traffic Message Channel) to compatible Garmin nuvi, Camper, dezl and zumo sat nav products.
As well as providing traffic data, the GTM 36 also provides a means to power and charge your connected device when you have it plugged into your vehicles cigarette lighter adaptor. View the GTM 36 FM Traffic Receiver.
NEW: TomTom GO car sat nav mount - 15th August 2014
A new TomTom car mount is now available. Compatible with TomTom's latest 2014 offering, the new mount fits the TomTom GO 500 (2013), GO 600, GO 5000 and GO 6000 models.
Included with the TomTom mount is a windscreen suction cup, magnetic unit cradle and USB cable, complete with cigar lighter adaptor.
Car sat nav FAQ - 14th August 2014
Buying a car sat nav? Find answers to frequently asked questions and ask your own before you buy.
Snooper SC5700 DVR accessories - 9th August 2014
Own a Snooper SC5700 DVR sat nav with built in driver camera? Looking for accessories? Parts including carry cases, car chargers and windscreen mounts are now in stock and available to buy from ActiveGPS.
Accessories for the SC5700 DVR fit all three models or versions, namely the Syrius (car version), Truckmate (truck version) and Ventura (motorhome and caravan version). Buy here.
Garmin Edge 1000 accessories and maps - 29th July 2014
Accessories are now in stock and available from ActiveGPS. View Edge 1000 accessories.
Compatible mapping available includes Garmin GB Discoverer which features Ordnance Survey maps at 1:50k or 1:25k scale. Maps include Norfolk Broads, North Yorkshire Moors and Scotland.
Garmin Edge Touring and Touring Plus accessories and maps - 29th July 2014
You can now purchase both accessories and maps for the Garmin Edge Touring and Edge Touring Plus cycle computers from ActiveGPS.
Accessories include carrying case, bike mounts, rechargable battery pack and for the Touring Plus model ONLY a heart rate monitor.
NEW Garmin GPS 158i - 9th July 2014
Now in stock - Garmin GPS 158i is a basic chartplotter with a preloaded worldwide basemap and tide table, but has no capabilities to upgrade the mapping. It has a 5 inch greyscale screen, a compass and will tell you speed and position of you boat.
The GPS 158i has a highly sensitive GPS receiver and you can store 3,000 waypoints, 50 routes and 10000 track log points.
Plus if you would like an external GPS antenna then there is also a model that includes the GA 38 GPS/GLONASS external antenna for only £10 more than our regular price without the external antenna.
Read more about the Garmin GPS 158i.
Garmin Digital Traffic Receiver GTM 70 - 8th July 2014
Now you can add digital traffic to your compatible Garmin nuvi, dezl or Camper sat nav.
Using the DAB network, the GTM 70 traffic receiver is constantly connected to the traffic channel and alerts you to heavy traffic in the road (planned route) ahead via the screen of your Garmin sat nav.
Using the DAB (Digital Audio Broadcast) channel also means that the GTM 70 can handle and deliver more information than the FM equivalent.
Discover whether the GTM 70 is compatible with your Garmin sat nav.
Mio MiVue 568 Touch In-Car Camera in stock now - 6th June 2014
Mio's latest and first ever touchscreen DVR (Driver Video Recorder) is in stock now!
Your eye witness on the road ahead features a 2.5-inch colour touchscreen, 1080 full HD camera, a microphone, 3-axis G-shock motion sensor and parking and motion surveillance mode.
View the Mio MiVue 568 or the full DVR camera range.
NEW Snooper SC5700DVR sat nav with built-in HD camera - 4th June 2014
The first sat nav with integrated HD (High Definition) DVR (Driver Video Recorder) is available now to pre-order.
The Snooper SC5700 DVR features a 5-inch touchscreen display, Bluetooth, TMC (Traffic Message Channel) and lifetime map updates.
The SC5700 is available to order now in a truck sat nav version and another designed specially for motorhome and caravan use. Read more about Snooper SC5700 sat nav.
Garmin Discoverer EIRE and Northern Ireland maps - 3rd June 2014
As well as Garmin GB Discoverer maps for Great Britain's National Park and National Trails and regionals maps e.g. Dartmoor and Exmoor.
All maps use Ordnance Survey data or the equalivant in Ireland and are compatible with Garmin handheld devices released since 2008.
Garmin Monterra accessories and maps now in stock - 23rd May 2014
Following the release of the Garmin Monterra, accessories and maps are now also listed fot the new Garmin GPS handheld.
Garmin Monterra parts include the handlebar mount (pictured left), use this accessory to mount your Monterra on your bikes handlebar. Want to power your Monterra as well? You'll need to buy the RAM mount and AMPS rugged mount instead. View all Garmin Monterra accessories.
Garmin Monterra now in stock - 19th May 2014
The Garmin Monterra handheld GPS device is now in stock. Featuring an impressive 4-inch multi touch screen display.
The Monterra features a built-in 8 megapixel camera which will also record video in 1080p HD. The Monterra can be used in ATVs, in boats, handheld or in car.
Garmin zumo 590LM Motorcycle Mount is now in stock - 16th May 2014
The Garmin zumo 590LM motorcycle mount along with Garmin zumo 590LM accessories are now in stock.
Looking to use your zumo 590LM outside of Europe? We also sell a number of maps including North America (USA and Canada), Australia and New Zealand.
NEW Garmin GPSMAP 64 series - GPSMAP 64/64s/64st - 16th May 2014
The latest range of Garmin GPSMAP handheld GPS systems are now in stock. Comprising of three models these are:
Garmin GPSMAP 62 with TOPO UK and Ireland Light
Garmin GPSMAP 62s with TOPO UK and Ireland Light
Garmin GPSMAP 62st with TOPO Europe
Garmin VIRB and VIRB Elite HD action cameras are now in stock - 16th May 2014
The Garmin VIRB and VIRB Elite action cameras are perfect for capturing video during sporting and leisure activities. The VIRB includes a 1.4 inch colour screen, while the VIRB Elite includes a 1.4 inch colour screen and the unit is switched on by using an over-sized button. The VIRB Elite is both WiFi and GPS enabled allowing for wireless control of the unit and measurement of time and distance travelled.
Garmin motorcycle sat nav, the zumo 590LM - Now in stock - 23rd April 2014
The latest motorcycle sat nav, the Garmin zumo 590LM is now in stock. Featuring a 5-inch glove-friendly touchscreen display, free lifetime European map updates, the motorbike sat nav is also compatible with Garmin VIRB action cameras and Garmin's motorcycle tyre pressure monitor sensor system.
Garmin zumo 400/500 series Carbon Fiber/Flames Custom Caps - 28th March 2014
Custom caps finished with Carbon Fiber and Flames (pictured left) for the Garmin zumo 400, 450, 500 and 550 are now back in stock. Please note: Stock is extremely limited, buy now to avoid disappointment.
Select from the following links to view all accessories for your Garmin zumo 400 and 500 series motorcycle sat nav model: zumo 400, zumo 450, zumo 500, zumo 550.
New Garmin nuvi 2400 series accessories - 18th February 2014
New accessory pages within the Garmin nuvi 2400 series have been added to ActiveGPS.
You can now buy accessories and spares for the following models: nuvi 2407, nuvi 2408, nuvi 2447, nuvi 2448, nuvi 2467 and nuvi 2497. Please note: If your Garmin nuvi 2400 series sat nav model ends in 'LM' or 'LMT' just look for your model number e.g. 2497 to find and buy the right accessories.
Find your Garmin nuvi 2400 sat nav to buy compatible accessories.
Garmin nuvi 3500 series accessories - 17th February 2014
Genuine accessories and spares for the Garmin nuvi 3597 and nuvi 3598 are now online and ready to buy from ActiveGPS.
View and find accessories for the Garmin nuvi 3500 series.
Garmin nuvi 2797 accessories - 17th February 2014
Buy accessories and spares for the Garmin nuvi 2797LMT car sat. All parts are authentic Garmin product and include the GTM 35 vehicle power and traffic antenna for live traffic information via the RDS TMC channel. A super large slip case to accommodate the 7-inch display of the nuvi 2797 and various mounts.
View the full range of Garmin nuvi 2797 accessories.
SPOT Generation 3 Satellite Messenger - 6th February 2014
Live global satellite tracking is a reality with the Spot 3Gen. The device which is aimed at outdoor adventurers and enthusiasts, allows your friends and family to track your location in pretty much real-time. The best tracking service being updated every 150 seconds or 2.5 minutes. Plus if you get into difficulty there's an SOS button which when pressed with notify local emergency services to your location. Subscription charges apply.
The Spot 3 Gen is now available to buy from ActiveGPS. Replacing the Spot 2 , the new 3Gen features double the battery life of the Spot 2. View all personal GPS tracking devices.
Garmin zumo 390LM motorcycle sat nav - 28th January 2014
The latest motorbike sat nav from Garmin - the zumo 390LM is now in stock. Part of the zumo 300 series, the zumo 390LM provides navigation throughout Europe (both East and West) on a large 4.3-inch touchscreen. The 390LM also includes lifetime maps, a unique curvy road setting and tyre pressure gauge.
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