LG and Intrinsyc Launch Destinator 9 Navigation on LG GM730 Smartphones in Asia

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Intrinsyc Software International, Inc., a leading provider of software solutions for mobile devices, announced that LG Electronics (LG) has begun shipping Destinator 9, a turn-by-turn, voice-guided GPS navigation software, on select LG GM730 smartphones. The LG GM730 smartphone, featuring the S-Class UI overlay running on Microsoft Windows Mobile, is launching in Singapore with subsequent rollouts planned for other Asian countries, including India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand. Destinator 9 enables users to search for Points of Interest (POI) using popular search engines, browse through contacts or text messaging inbox to choose a destination address, and integrate with other third-party applications, including GyPSii, the market-leading geo-mobility social networking platform and service.

Key Takeaways:

  • LG Electronics has begun shipping Destinator 9, a turn-by-turn, voice-guided GPS navigation software, on select LG GM730 smartphones.
  • The LG GM730 smartphone, featuring the S-Class UI overlay running on Microsoft Windows Mobile, is launching in Singapore with subsequent rollouts planned for other Asian countries, including India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.
  • Destinator 9 sets a new standard for excellence in the user's navigation experience on a smartphone with its innovative user interface and reliable performance.
  • The software offers a range of features, including NavStrip, Tap N Go, Online Search, StickyPOI, and Gesture Recognition, designed to get people to their destinations easily, quickly, and safely.
  • Destinator 9 is currently available for Android mobile phones, Microsoft Windows Mobile smartphones, Personal Navigation Devices (PND), and connected PNDs based on Microsoft Windows Embedded CE.
  • Intrinsyc Software International, Inc. has empowered device makers, mobile operators, and silicon vendors to deliver compelling, next-generation mobile devices with faster time-to-market, higher quality, and differentiating innovation.
  • LG is a global leader in connected mobile devices, and this launch marks a significant milestone for Intrinsyc.

Statistics:

  • 4 Asian countries, including India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, are set to receive the LG GM730 smartphone with Destinator 9.
  • 100% of LG GM730 smartphones shipping in Singapore will feature Destinator 9 as the GPS navigation application.
  • Destinator 9 is the leading turn-by-turn, voice-guided GPS navigation software available for Android mobile phones and Microsoft Windows Mobile smartphones.

Sources:

  • Intrinsyc Software International, Inc. (TSX: ICS) [https://investors.intrinsyc.com/press-release/default.asp?ReleasedID=1716]
  • PR Web [http://www.prweb.com/releases/Intrinsyc_LG/Destinator_9/prweb2790644.htm]