A head-up display, also known as a HUD, for automobiles is a transparent display that projects images onto a glass combiner mounted above or below the windshield, without requiring drivers to look away from their usual viewpoints. Navigation, speedometer, and tachometer are the most common information presented via a HUD.
In comparison with other navigation systems, the head-up display reduces driver distraction and enhances driving safety since the HUD presents information exactly in line of sight. HUD is an excellent secondary display for automobile navigation, while working together with an in-vehicle infotainment or a smart phone.
Polstar accumulated rich HUD integration experiences from working together with HUD manufacturers. The screen size ranges from 3” above and the wireless transmission covers both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. Instead of normal navigation images, simplified information such as turn arrows, distance to next turn, speed camera alarm, and estimated time to arrival are the most welcome information to be displayed on the HUD.
PA personal navigation device is a portable electronic product, equipped with a touch screen, which is dedicated for positioning and navigation applications. A dedicated-for-navigation device is valuable for those who rely heavily on routing and turning guidance, although smart phones now offer a free alternative.
In comparison with smartphones running road navigation applications, PNDs usually own a larger screen, a speaker designed to be head over road noise, and without other programs draining the speed or battery. In addition, a PND often comes with a windshield mount which assures better satellite exposure and easier screen touches.
In comparison with smartphones running road navigation applications, PNDs usually own a larger screen, a speaker designed to be head over road noise, and without other programs draining the speed or battery. In addition, a PND often comes with a windshield mount which assures better satellite exposure and easier screen touches.