MapmyIndia, popular for its GPS navigation and location based services (LBS) has launched MapmyIndia Connect, a device enables users to mirror their smartphone/tablet screen to the screen of their choice. It uses Miracast or DLNA tech to connect your device, hence it is completely wireless and is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. This is aimed at users who uses Car AV system so that they can comfortably reach the destination or explore new places and points of interest nearby on a larger screen.
Features of MapmyIndia Connect
- Mirror Your Smartphone’s UI/Screen
- No Wired connection required.
- WIFI 802.11 b/g/n
- AV Out, Micro USB
- Android phones with DLNA but without mirroring option, can still project Videos, Audios and Pictures, through DLNA.
- Phones without DLNA or Mirroring can use MapmyIndia Connect application to share the Videos, Audios and Pictures
- Works both on iOS and Android devices
Regarding the MapmyIndia Connect launch, Rakesh Verma, Managing Director, MapmyIndia, said
MapmyIndia Connect is a unique initiative and a first for us. We have always endeavored to bring product and solutions that make the users more productive and keep them engaged on the go. MapmyIndia Connect is in sync with our vision of making the lives of Indians convenient and hassle-free. The smartphone and tablet can do much more but for the size of the screen. Now this will no more be a barrier.
The MapmyIndia Connect is priced at Rs. 12990. It comes with USB-Micro USB Cable, DLNA-MIRACAST convert Switch, Wi-Fi Antenna, Wi-Fi/ RCA/ Power Cable and Owner’s Kit. We reviewed the Netgear Push2TV PTV3000, a Miracast mirroring device recently priced at US $59.99 (~Rs. 3500).