A Global Positioning System (GPS) is a brilliant technology that is becoming more prominent throughout the world, including in the trucking industry. With the increasing demand for GPS devices, their technology is becoming more specific and more varied. In many instances you aren’t just getting a navigation system, there are some devices that also have cameras, locators, and even phone capability.
Along with all the abilities of a Global Positioning System, there seems to be numerous ways to make your GPS unique. One of the most popular ways to personalize your GPS is to change the navigation voice. Most navigation systems have a few voice selections that come with them, but these are usually generic and sound very automated. Now however, there are an increasing number of downloadable GPS voices that can make your trip very entertaining.
One selection of voice downloads that is quickly rising above the others is the Star Wars voice download. Available for both TomTom and Garmin devices, the voice of Star Wars character Yoda is a highly amusing selection. There are many features to this voice selection, varying on your type of GPS system.
When using the Yoda voice selection each turn brings you closer to becoming a Jedi knight. This selection has Yoda completely pegged with everything from the voice, phrases from the movies, and even Yoda’s unique way of reversing his sentences when he speaks. When you reach your destination, Yoda praises you by saying “powerful, you have become.” There is even a part when Obi-Wan Kenobi reminds you “the force will always be with you.”
With some of the Star Wars voice selections there are also vehicle icons available. When you select the Yoda voice and vehicle bundle with Garmin, you receive a download of a X-wing starfighter icon that will symbolize your vehicle as it travels down the road. With this voice selection, the Star Wars theme music can be heard at both the beginning and end of your journey.
Also available in the Star Wars selection of voice downloads for both the Garmin and TomTom is the voice of Darth Vader. There are other selections as well that are not from Star Wars such as Bugs Bunny, Mr. T, and more. Some of the voices available depend on your device, not all downloads available for Garmin systems are available for TomTom devices, and vice versa.
As a truck driver, you spend a lot of time on the road and the variety of GPS voices can help liven some of that time up. A GPS device is a great tool to help you in your truck driving job. Nevertheless, remember that most GPS devices are made for cars, not trucks. This means you will also need a map to plot your route and to be aware of commercial motor carrier restrictions and other locations specific to the trucking industry. A truck driving job is one where every second counts, and getting lost is simply not an option. GPS devices are a great help in the trucking industry and, when paired with a map, are a great way to get where you need to go.
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