Yes, long time GPS navigation software maker TeleNav is jumping into hardware business and announcing their very own GPS navigation device Telenav Shotgun. Just like most others Telenav Shotgun has a wide 4.3″ touch screen, built-in speakers, audio jack, and rechargeable batteries. However Telenav Shotgun puts itself a step above the rest thanks to its two way connectivity features.

Two way connectivity translates to a bunch of features that make your driving a lot easier. First off it has real-time traffic which looks for trouble spots along your route every five minutes, internet connected search with an initial database of 11 million entries, quarterly updates maps and business listings, ability to send addresses to your device wirelessly from any computer, and the ability to upgrade with new features and applications.

Telenav Shotgun costs $300 but of course that are monthly fees involved. $12/month, or $129/year, or $240/2 years (but first 3 months is free). The last business that tried this didn’t last very long so we’ll have to wait and see how Telenav does in the hardware business.

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