While the Motorola Solutions HC1 Headset Computer is now aimed at industrial and military users, we could see that it might not be long before this could find its way to athletes. This places an 800×600 micro-display for the user, with handset operation that is controlled by voice recognition and gesture.
This device runs on Windows CE Professional and is powered by a TI OMPA 3 dual-core processor while the display offers 3D graphic acceleration. It supports 512MB of RAM and 512MB of flash memory, along with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless connectivity. There are two bi-directional noise-canceling microphones and a near ear speaker as well as ports for earbuds. Video after the jump
There are places where phones won’t work, and if you need help you might find yourself reduced to smoke signals –unless you have the SPOT Satellite GPS Messenger. This rugged, pocket-sized device works where mobile handsets will not, and offers users the ability to send real-time, on-the-fly messages via text or social media. It features an option to allow your location to be transmitted in real-time. It can help notify emergency responders locate you in a pinch, but can also be used to just “check in” while you’re otherwise off the grid.
Most of us will probably never need a tablet that can endure the punishment that the Algiz 10X can withstand, but it is good to know that there is this option. It is designed to withstand the elements, harsh handling and still provide those in the field with a serious machine.
Hunting season is here and heading to the great outdoors shouldn’t mean wandering aimless in the woods. To help hunters on their way Magellan has released the eXplorist Hunter GPS Edition with TRAX Hunting maps by Kirsch’s Outdoor Products – and is available for both eXplorist 310 and 510 rugged waterproof handheld GPS receivers. Each unit comes with the user’s choice of one U.S. state from the TRAX hunting maps.
Timex – the company know to take a licking and keep on ticking – was back at Interbike last week with its Cycle Trainer 2.0 GPS Bike Computer, which includes five screens of real-time cycling data provided by GPS. It can track speed, distance and grade all in real time, while also providing barometric altimeter readings and temperature. 
Last week at the Interbike trade show Wahoo Fitness offered a peak at its new RFLKT Bike Computer, which allows riders to keep their expensive iPhones tucked in a pocket or tool bag but still be able to get crucial information sent to a receiver on the handlebars.
Tablets are great devices for surfing the web, reading an e-book, playing a game – provided you’re careful with the darn things and aren’t actually planning to take them out in the real world. These things are as fragile as a newborn, but Getac doesn’t believe this needs to be the case.
It had to happen. Several companies have introduced cycle computer mounts for Garmin computers, including the Bar Fly that we noted last week, as well as the K-Edge, Quarq and 3T. Now Garmin has seen that it is likely just supporting the aftermarket when they could be jumping on that band wagon.
Kinomap Trainer has just announced a major update of its app, which key features including new equipment configuration page, search by location on a map, new Facebook connectivity and even Apple TV/HDMI display mode within the map.
Handlebar mounts for cycling computers are fairly common and we’ve seen a few that have been truly innovative in how it places the computer right where it can be seen without requiring the rider to take their eyes off the road for an extended time.
While Sony and JVC have entered the rugged action camera market this year, and GoPro seems to be going towards and IPO, Contour Inc. has essentially doubled-down by announced its next-generation action camera, fitting called the Contour+2. The wearable camera will be available this fall for $399.
Saucony is launching the Saucony Run4Good App with the goal of combating childhood obesity. For every mile logged into the app by runners, Saucony will donate funds to selected youth running programs. Saucony was not specific about the amount it intends to donate, or the specific charitable organizations which it plans to donate funds.