HumanWare Announces Free Map Updates for Trekker Breeze Talking GPS System

Photo: Trekker Breeze GPS Unit

Trekker Breeze Users:
Humanware has announced new updated maps for the Trekker Breeze GPS system. Veterans that have completed the WBRC GPS Mobility program and have been issued a Trekker Breeze should be aware of the new changes to the maps which will expand the functionality of the device and consider using the free updates. The updated maps include changes such as street names, new developments, and points of interest. 

 

What you need to know:

·         To obtain your new Breeze maps, log into license.humanware.com with your Breeze serial number and email address and select your chosen map region. You will receive an email with a download location and instructions for how to download and transfer your maps to your Breeze.

·         New maps contain updated street names and layouts, new and updated points of interest, along with new supported points of interest categories.

Veterans interested in learning more about the WBRC GPS Mobility program should contact their VIST Coordinator for more information.

CLICK HERE to update your Trekker Breeze GPS Maps

CLICK HERE to learn more about the Trekker Breeze GPS 

Software Updates Now Available for Trekker Breeze GPS

Humanware, maker of the Trekker Breeze GPS, has released new software updates

Humanware has released Trekker Breeze version 2.0, a software upgrade to the Trekker Breeze talking GPS. The newest Trekker Breeze version has several additions to the capability of the GPS including:

Guidance to a destination address: The new Trekker Breeze version offers a new destination address entry feature. When entering an address, the Breeze’s keys are used like a cell phone keypad to enter the address. The entered address is kept in the destination list as a landmark. A route can then be created for guidance to that address with pedestrian or motorized turn instructions.

Importing addresses from a PC: Trekker Breeze users can now use a PC to convert addresses into Breeze landmarks using specialized websites that convert addresses into GPX files. The GPX files can then be imported into the Breeze as landmarks or Points of Interest. A route can then be created for guidance to that address with pedestrian or motorized turn instructions.

Improved backtrack: The Breeze will now remember the previous pedestrian track even after turning Off the device. Once the Breeze is turned On again, the Backtrack Previous Session is an available option to be guided back to the last point of origin.

Reverse a pre-recorded route: It is now possible to reverse a recorded route. When activating a route, if the Confirm button is pressed and held down, Breeze will activate the route in reverse direction.

The software update is available for free for all current Trekker Breeze users via the Humanware Website.

CLICK HERE for full details on the software upgrade

CLICK HERE to for a LINK to the Humanware Trekker Breeze Website

Veterans who are interested in learning more about GPS programs available through the WBRC should contact their VIST Coordinators for more information.

TREKKER BREEZE UPGRADES NOW AVAILABLE THROUGH HUMANWARE

Image of the Trekker Breeze GPS Device Courtesy of Humanware

Humanware has announced free upgraded software available for download to Trekker Breeze users. Veterans that have completed the WBRC GPS Mobility program and have been issued a Trekker Breeze should be aware of the new changes to the software which will expand the functionality of the device and consider using the free upgrade.

The upgrade includes a "What's Around" extended search feature which will allow users to select one of the ten following category groups. The search will announce the 50 closest POIs/landmarks within a distance of 5 miles:
- Landmarks (Personal)
- Transportation
- Food
- Banking
- Health
- Shopping
- Lodging
- Education
- Automotive
- All categories

Users will then be able to select a Point of Interest or landmark from the list presented in the “What’s around” search and the Breeze will provide turn instructions to that destination once users press the “Confirm” key. Other upgrades include enhanced voice, advanced street position accuracy, and more information provided when traveling in a vehicle.

Veterans interested in learning more about the WBRC GPS Mobility program should contact their VIST Coordinator for more information.

PRESS HERE to learn more about the BREEZE upgrades

PRESS HERE to link to the BREEZE software UPGRADE site