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United Navigation is expanding the capabilities of its current line of Becker satellite navigation devices. The new Learning Navigation functionality enables continuous optimization of routing based on historic traffic data and regularly updated, driver-specific journey information. If a driver is stuck in commuter traffic every morning, the sat nav records where and when the congestion occurs. The data the device collects can be sent in anonymized form to United Navigation GmbH’s data center, which collates all of the traffic data gathered, validates it, and then makes it available to all Becker device users. This new capability makes the sat navs smarter and helps drivers to avoid congestion and find their way with less stress on a day-to-day basis.

The navigation specialist United Navigation is broadening its successful Transit range with the new premium model Becker Transit 50, thereby delivering optimised features for the particular demands of trucks, coaches and campers. Large, heavy vehicles present specific challenges that the new Becker Transit 50, with its optimised route guidance based on individually configurable vehicle profiles and special navigation maps, overcomes with ease. With the integrated Becker SituationScan feature, the driver will be additionally supported – dependent on route progress and driving situation – with intelligent real-time assistance features and provided with a host of additional information. The Becker Transit 50 is available from retail outlets and the Becker Online Shop from mid-December 2011 at an RRP of EUR 299.

Becker is rolling out an updated series of its Ready 43 portable navigation devices. Aimed at occasional and first-time sat-nav users, they offer a compelling combination of reliable routing and outstanding ease-of-use. The two new editions – the Ready 43 Traffic V2 and the Ready 43 Talk V2 – take the key elements that made the original Becker Ready 43 series so popular and add a variety of new and expanded functionality which, depending on the model, includes time-dependent routing, enhanced 3D views, Becker’s popular OneShot Speech Dialogue System, and a Bluetooth® handsfree system. Both navigation devices will be available from retailers in October 2011. With its new Ready 43 models, Becker is building on the success of its original Ready 43 generation of sat navs and is continuing this bestselling product line into a new model year with these attractively priced units.

Calling all drivers: United Navigation will be showing its smart new Becker navigation devices at the IFA in Berlin on September 2-7, 2011. The Active 50 and Ready 50, two 5-inch models, will be available in September and offer drivers highquality satellite navigation at a competitive price point: The Becker Active 50 retails at a recommended price of EUR 229.00, the Becker Ready 50 at EUR 189.00.

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At IFA 2011 United Navigation unveils two premium portable navigation devices featuring oversized 12.7 cm (5“) display panels. The Becker Active 50 and Becker Ready 50 products are all-new developments loaded with best-in-class functionality. They excel with intelligent software and innovations like Becker SituationScan, a unique feature that provides real-time assistance to drivers on the road. These new navigation masterpieces underscore the consistently high quality and innovative spirit of the Becker brand.

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The Becker Professional 43 Control is a premium-segment navigation device designed to deliver uncompromising quality and performance. With a triple success in this year’s Plus X Award 2011 competition, it has proved to be a winner. Among a field of strong competitors, the Becker device won out in the categories quality, design, and ease of use to claim the prestigious Plus X Award quality mark.

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Exactly 125 years ago, in 1886, Carl Benz changed the world: He invented the automobile. To celebrate this anniversary in a worthy fashion, Becker, a pioneer in automobile navigation systems, is co-sponsoring the Automobile Summer 2011 celebrations held in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, the birthplace of automotive engineering. For 125 days, from May 7 until September 10, 2011, the state’s five largest region’s – Stuttgart, Mannheim, Karlsruhe, Pforzheim and Lake Constance – are holding more than 300 events. And Becker’s latest models of mobile satellite navigation devices will be guiding their owners to the event locations with ease.

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In time for the transport logistic 2011 industry show in Munich, United Navigation and MAN Truck & Bus AT have announced their collaboration on a new logistics device for MAN TeleMatics: MAN and navigation system hardware and software specialist United Navigation are showing their first joint product – a portable navigation device in an MAN design with a 17.8cm display – at the international fair for logistics, mobility, IT and supply chain management on May 10–13, 2011.

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Right on time for CeBIT 2011, United Navigation is expanding the Becker Active series to include a model for vehicles that are demanding when it comes to navigation: trucks, buses and motor homes. Like no other navigation system, this long-distance specialist takes drivers safely to their destinations on routes that are ideal for their vehicles - thanks to different profiles. By reflecting vehicle specifications, weights and information about trailers and loads with hazardous goods classifications, roads unsuitable for the vehicle are automatically avoided. The navigation system is equipped with the Becker EasyClick active holder and an integrated Bluetooth® hands-free device. The Becker Active 43 Transit will be available at the beginning of March 2011 for a recommended retail price of 259 euros.

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Driving as a safe and relaxing experience - and a cost-effective one, too: Becker is offering Speed Camera Warning1) as free download from its online shop until end of April 2011. This clever buddy helps drivers identifying speed limits on time and risks in advance. The displayed warnings are visual and acoustic ones, but can be modified to suit preferences.

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From mid December 2010, United Navigation will launch its premium Becker Professional 43 Control at a recommended retail price of 299 euros. The device is ideal for frequent drivers and enthusiasts who wish to make no compromises on navigation, design and vehicle integration. This sophisticated product stands out for its distinctive design and exceptional 360° wireless remote control. It also includes features tailor made for the target group, such as Becker BestTracks and Becker SmartGuess, as well as its 10.9 cm large screen.

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United Navigation presents its first new product portfolio under the Becker trademark. The Becker Ready 43, Becker Active 43 and Becker Professional 43 series see Becker focus on the navigation needs of its users. All mobile navigation models of the new product line feature attractive individual designs and a 10.9 cm (4.3 inch) screen. With their specific functions, these models are perfectly tailored to customers’ particular requirements and can be integrated with ease in any car, thanks to the clever Becker EasyClick active holder.

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D.R.B. srl, a historical partner of Becker for the distribution of aftermarket products since the beginning of the 1990’s, has reached an agreement with United Navigation gmbh, the new licensee company of the German brand in the portable navigation devices (PND) market, to continue distributing in Italy.

D.R.B. will be the only Italian company appointed to distribute Becker’s PNDs in the channel of specialist installers, car dealers and car telephone dealers. “We are extremely honoured by this agreement, which rewards our efforts during almost two decades of collaboration with the Becker brand. We intend, however, to consider this event as a starting point, not as a point of arrival, and we are certain that we will continue to increase our market share." - boasted Renato Rizzi, owner of D.R.B. srl.

High-end technology in a sleek modern package – United Navigation GmbH now presents two premium-class portable navigation devices (PNDs) under the licensed brand of Becker. Becker Traffic Assist Z 213 and Z 215 are intelligent systems offering a combination of unique functions, elegant design and outstanding craftsmanship for a top-quality navigation experience – the perfect companions for frequent drivers and style fans.

Becker Traffic Assist Z 213 and Becker Z 215 are available from specialist retailers from April 2010 at manufacturer's recommended prices of EUR 279.00 (Z 213) and EUR 329.00 (Z 215).

Kenwood Electronics Italia, partner of Becker since June 2009 for the distribution in the GDS and GDO channels of the portable navigation systems, announces that it has come to an agreement with United Navigation GmbH, the new licensing society of the German brand in the PND market, to continue the distribution activity in Italy.

An agreement has been put in place which assures continuity and that will allow to consolidate the relationships with major chains, buying groups players and mass merchandisers.

With effect from January 11th, 2010 Becker and Falk are bringing together their PND brands. The umbrella company with the new name UNITED NAVIGATION GmbH obtains the global license for the two traditional brands. UNITED NAVIGATION combines more than 60 years of individual expert knowledge of Becker and Falk and will focus on further developing the two strong brands through new innovations in the area of portable navigation.

UNITED NAVIGATION will continue to develop both brands, both Becker and Falk, on an autonomous basis. For more than 60 years, Becker has been a pioneer in the field of automotive electronics, having developed innovations such as the first car radio, the Autophon, in 1949 as well as current innovations such as the Becker OneShot voice control, a feature incorporated in Becker’s top navigation systems of the Z-series.