Title: All-new Toyota Genuine Followme Makes In-car Nav
Description: 12 October 2009
Description: 12 October 2009
Stephen - October 12, 2009 12:24 PM (GMT)
ALL-NEW TOYOTA GENUINE FOLLOWME MAKES IN-CAR NAVIGATION PORTABLE
Toyota Genuine's all-new FollowMe navigation unit is a stylish in-dash navigation and audio solution, which enables simultaneous and seamless operation of navigation, communication and entertainment features.
Developed in conjunction with TomTom, the new model FollowMe functions as a standalone portable unit device when removed from the in-dash dock.
In portable mode, FollowMe can be used in other vehicles* and on foot around town. Its removal from the vehicle also acts as theft prevention.
The neat integration of FollowMe into Toyota vehicles ensures the driver's view of the road is not obstructed.
Regular traffic updates from Suna Traffic Monitoring ServicesTM^ can help FollowMe owners avoid stressful delays and areas of congested traffic in most major cities.
Hands-free communication is a key function of FollowMe and is simple to use with Bluetooth™**-compatible phones. The device can also read incoming text messages aloud.
Voice recognition software allows users to speak destination names, helping to minimise driver distraction from the road.
The 10.9cm touch screen display responds quickly to light touch input for all functions.
FollowMe also connects to the optional Toyota Genuine rear view camera, if fitted.
Entertainment is fully-featured with CD, DVD and MP3/iPod®^^+/iPhone®^^ audio, WMA, video and photo capability.
The motorised tilting front panel can be adjusted by up to 30 degrees to reduce sun glare, and hides the CD slot.
An iPod®^^+ connection kit enables music and video selections to be seen and controlled via the display.
When the nav unit is removed, CD and radio can still be played, and hands-free communication remains available.
In troublesome situations, the HelpMe feature provides useful information including a "Where am I?" location-finder, first aid advice and breakdown instructions. The portability of the unit makes this feature even more useful.
FollowMe's navigation accuracy is enhanced via the in-built gyroscope and accelerometer that calculates vehicle speed and direction, even in tunnels where satellite signals generally drop out.
Navigation maps are stored in the portable section of FollowMe, and can be updated at www.tomtom.com.
For more information on the full range of Genuine Accessories, speak to your Toyota dealer or visit accessories.toyota.com.au.
For further information, please contact:
Mike Breen
Ph: 0418 447 064
E: mike.breen@toyota.com.au
*Optional FollowMe travel kit available when used in another vehicle.
^ Suna™ is only available in the following metropolitan areas: Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney; it operates from information provided by Intelematics Australia and may not cover all road incidents and congestion. Please see www.sunatraffic.com.au for details.
**Bluetooth™ is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
^^ iPod® and iPhone® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
+Optional FollowMe iPod® kit available, sold separately.
All Toyota Genuine Accessories purchased and fitted to a Toyota by an authorised Toyota Dealer are warranted for the remainder of the New Vehicle Warranty or 12 months, whichever is greater. Toyota Genuine Accessories purchased from an authorised Toyota Dealer over the counter are warranted from the date of purchase for 12 months. Conditions apply. All warranties
are additional to the implied warranties under the Trade Practices Act 1974.
FollowMe
Toyota Genuine's all-new FollowMe navigation unit is a stylish in-dash navigation and audio solution, which enables simultaneous and seamless operation of navigation, communication and entertainment features.
Developed in conjunction with TomTom, the new model FollowMe functions as a standalone portable unit device when removed from the in-dash dock.
In portable mode, FollowMe can be used in other vehicles* and on foot around town. Its removal from the vehicle also acts as theft prevention.
The neat integration of FollowMe into Toyota vehicles ensures the driver's view of the road is not obstructed.
Regular traffic updates from Suna Traffic Monitoring ServicesTM^ can help FollowMe owners avoid stressful delays and areas of congested traffic in most major cities.
Hands-free communication is a key function of FollowMe and is simple to use with Bluetooth™**-compatible phones. The device can also read incoming text messages aloud.
Voice recognition software allows users to speak destination names, helping to minimise driver distraction from the road.
The 10.9cm touch screen display responds quickly to light touch input for all functions.
FollowMe also connects to the optional Toyota Genuine rear view camera, if fitted.
Entertainment is fully-featured with CD, DVD and MP3/iPod®^^+/iPhone®^^ audio, WMA, video and photo capability.
The motorised tilting front panel can be adjusted by up to 30 degrees to reduce sun glare, and hides the CD slot.
An iPod®^^+ connection kit enables music and video selections to be seen and controlled via the display.
When the nav unit is removed, CD and radio can still be played, and hands-free communication remains available.
In troublesome situations, the HelpMe feature provides useful information including a "Where am I?" location-finder, first aid advice and breakdown instructions. The portability of the unit makes this feature even more useful.
FollowMe's navigation accuracy is enhanced via the in-built gyroscope and accelerometer that calculates vehicle speed and direction, even in tunnels where satellite signals generally drop out.
Navigation maps are stored in the portable section of FollowMe, and can be updated at www.tomtom.com.
For more information on the full range of Genuine Accessories, speak to your Toyota dealer or visit accessories.toyota.com.au.
For further information, please contact:
Mike Breen
Ph: 0418 447 064
E: mike.breen@toyota.com.au
*Optional FollowMe travel kit available when used in another vehicle.
^ Suna™ is only available in the following metropolitan areas: Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney; it operates from information provided by Intelematics Australia and may not cover all road incidents and congestion. Please see www.sunatraffic.com.au for details.
**Bluetooth™ is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
^^ iPod® and iPhone® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
+Optional FollowMe iPod® kit available, sold separately.
All Toyota Genuine Accessories purchased and fitted to a Toyota by an authorised Toyota Dealer are warranted for the remainder of the New Vehicle Warranty or 12 months, whichever is greater. Toyota Genuine Accessories purchased from an authorised Toyota Dealer over the counter are warranted from the date of purchase for 12 months. Conditions apply. All warranties
are additional to the implied warranties under the Trade Practices Act 1974.
FollowMe
iS_w3z - October 13, 2009 02:13 AM (GMT)
lol they had these as an option for toyota customers for a while. these are made by Fujitsu Ten aka Eclipse Audio. This unit looks heaps better then the original. They were selling on ebay for a while $600-$800
lonestar - October 14, 2009 12:34 AM (GMT)
very interesting... don't see how you can mould this on the existing altezza sat nav