MapMyIndia CarPad – 7 Android Navigation Tablet For Car

MapMyIndia has launched CarPad – the 7″ android powered navigation tablet for your car. The company calls it as India’s first 3G connected tablet for car and navigation. The tablet doubles as an entertainment device and you can also do emails and click photos, listen to music and stay connected to social networks. Of course you’ll have access to the whole Android app store so that you can purchase, download and install your favorite apps. Let’s take a look at the tech specs and features of CarPad.

MapMyIndia CarPad Android Tablet

MapMyIndia CarPad Features-

The CarPad offers turn by turn, live voice instructions and also has information about the important landmarks, travel guides and nearby places. The device also lets you find nearby friends. The device can be mounted on the rear seat and windshield to suit the traveler’s needs and easy access. The CarPad supports calls, Social Networking and emails through inbuilt 3G & WiFi. There’s bluetooth connection available so that you can have additional ways to connect other devices to it.

MapMyIndia CarPad Specifications -

Screen: 7” TFT-HD (800×480) Capacitative Touch Screen for easy access and control.
Processor: CarPad offers Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM7227-1 with Adreno 200 GPU
Firmware: Android 2.2
Connectivity Options:

• SIM Card
• 3G UMTS 2100 MHz
• 2G GSM / GPRS / EDGE Quad-Band
• Bluetooth 2.1 + EDGE
• Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g
• Mini USB
• Micro SD slot (up to 32GB)
• Earphone 3.5mm
• DC-in charger

Additional Features: FM Radio, GPS, G-Sensor, E-Compass, Light Sensor, 2 MP camera with video recording facility etc.
Battery: 3400 mAh with over 400 hours of standby time.

MapMyIndia CarPad Price:

The CarPad is priced at Rs. 23000. The device comes along with 8GB memory card and MapMyIndia Navigator Aura. The device will be available from September 15, 2011 online on MapMyIndia Carpad Page. For the serious travelers who want MapMyIndia navigation, the CarPad could be a great option. There are however other cheaper tablets available in the market from Reliance and Beetel. You might want to have a look at them as well. We look forward to having your feedback on the CarPad.