There is no doubt that portable GPS units are the ultimate convenience; but what if you leave it in your car, forget to put it in your car, or leave it at the last location you used it?  Don’t let your Bluetooth GPS unit be just one more device you have to remember to take along or pack.  Make it a keychain Bluetooth GPS unit for added convenience.

Keep it Simple with Keychain Bluetooth GPS Navigation Receivers

Keychain Bluetooth GPS units offer a lot of freedom, yet also have a lot of additional benefits found in other less portable GPS receivers.  Many keychain Bluetooth GPS receivers offer long battery lives and are also capable of simultaneously connecting to many satellite channels.  Many units also come with a USB charging connector, as well as a car charger.  Of course, first and foremost you will need to determine if the keychain receiver is compatible with your portable device.  If you have the right match, pairing the receiver with your device should be relatively easy.

You may also want to consider environmental limitations associated with your keychain Bluetooth GPS receiver such as storage temperature, working temperature, and air humidity.  Also remember that most keychain Bluetooth GPS receivers will come with built in patch antennas, which should be sufficient for most purposes, although some can support an external antenna as well.  Some keychain receivers actually have a fairly high sensitivity and are capable of tracking a large number of satellite channels.

Most keychain receivers will not come with GPS navigation software; however, software is becoming increasingly more available for many devices.  Software downloading is commonly available at a low cost.  So look for and download the software that is right for you.

If you are new to the GPS navigation world, a keychain receiver may be the best and most fun way to try out this technology.  These keychain receivers are remarkably small and very pocket-able, yet these compact units serve their purpose well and get you moving in the right direction.  These receivers are slim, thin, light, and have a stylish design.  The choices of keychain Bluetooth GPS units are virtually endless and growing.  You can afford to be choosy and you and easily find a unit that meets your price range.  Buy yourself some freedom and find your way with a keychain Bluetooth GPS receiver.  Start simple and grow your technology as your needs grow.  Bon voyage!

Bluetooth GPS navigation systems provide high quality mapping features for mobile devices such as smartphones that are similar to those found on portable GPS devices.  By wirelessly adding GPS navigation to your mobile device, you can not only easily navigate to a desired street or search for whatever points of interest you desire, you can extend these capabilities.  For example, you can send your position or information about a location to any other phone via text messaging.  You can even get relevant weather and traffic information with the right system and assuming you have the right navigation software and internet access on your device.   It is even possible to integrate your navigation system with other databases such as your email contact list.  Although the primary benefit is simple navigation with hands-free functionality, the possibilities associated with Bluetooth GPS navigation systems are quite remarkable.

Know Where You Want to Go and Get there with Bluetooth GPS Navigation

When seeking to incorporate a Bluetooth GPS navigation system, you should at the very least look for a GPS receiver with a built in highly sensitive antenna.  Many Bluetooth GPS receivers are designed to work with many types of mobile devices, including several types of smartphones, but you must study their compatibility to determine which receivers will work best with your device.  Additionally, some receivers come as part of a kit that will allow you to charge you phone via a phone mount.

Next look for a Bluetooth GPS navigation system that can automatically calculate the fastest route to a destination and provide voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions along the way, as well as one that can automatically calculate the quickest way to get back on track should you stray off course.  You will need to do your homework to determine which navigation system will work best with your portable device in terms of compatibility, including navigation software.

Next you will want to consider battery life and degree of portability.  Many receivers have built in batteries that are rechargeable and have a life of up to 10 hours of operation.  Some Bluetooth GPS navigation kits even come with a vehicle power adapter that can charge both the GPS receiver and the portable device.  Bluetooth keychain GPS navigation systems are so compact; you can attach them to your keychain for convenience.  Now going anywhere you want is as simple as grabbing your keys and heading out the door.

Whether travelling for pleasure or working in the field, you can easily determine and report your location by adding wireless GPS positioning technology to your Bluetooth enabled pocket PC or other device.  Adding the right antenna, Bluetooth GPS receiver and navigation software can transform your mobile device into a portable navigation system with turn-by-turn voice and visual prompts, as well as other useful features.

The Convenience of Using Bluetooth to Wirelessly add GPS Technology

GPS data is received by a Bluetooth GPS receiver and then sent wirelessly to a Bluetooth enabled mobile device such as a smartphone, PDA, or laptop.  Of course your mobile device must also have GPS navigation software installed.  The Bluetooth GPS receiver antennas are built in; but many receivers also have an external antenna port.

Using Bluetooth to wirelessly add GPS technology is convenient because it does not require multiple gadgets, messy cords and antennas, which actually make your mobile device less portable.  Having no cables means you can keep the Bluetooth GPS receiver in your pocket or on your dashboard (as long as there is a direct sight line to the sky), freeing your hands to use your device or for driving.  With Bluetooth GPS navigation, you can enjoy a real-time navigation system that can be used for vehicle tracking, marine navigation, street-level navigation, or topography; and if you have mobile internet access, you can even combine GPS with online maps.

When researching Bluetooth GPS receivers, you will want to consider size, weight, durability, battery life, and antenna strength.  The built in antenna of some Bluetooth GPS receivers are low noise active antennas while others are patch antennas with a low noise amplifier (LNA).  These built in antennas can vary in signal strength, and for this reason, an external antenna may be beneficial depending on how you plan to use your Bluetooth GPS navigation system.  External GPS antennas can be used when stronger satellite signals are needed, and should be considered for situations such as hiking under heavy tree cover, to minimize temporary loss of signal when a vehicle is in motion or for use when the GPS receiver cannot be placed near a window in a vehicle.  External antennas for Bluetooth GPS systems should be considered for use any time the receiver does not have a good view of the sky; and they can also be used to maintain the best possible accuracy by accessing the greatest number of satellites.