Trimble adds Windows Mobile 5.0 handheld with subfoot GPS mapping

- Gary Thayer, Editor

October 4, 2005 -- (MobileVillage) -- Trimble today introduced the GeoXH handheld receiver-the first integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) field computer to deliver subfoot (30 cm) accuracy for Geographic Information System (GIS) data collection and mapping.

The GeoXH handheld is based on Trimble's H-Star technology, first introduced in the GPS Pathfinder ProXH receiver earlier this year. While Trimble says that the GeoXH can achieve subfoot (30 cm) postprocessed accuracy, it can achieve eight-inch (20 cm) postprocessed accuracy with the addition of an external Zephyr antenna.

The GeoXH handheld is part of the new GeoExplorer 2005 series that includes the submeter GeoXT and the 1-3 meter GeoXM handhelds. All three feature a 416MHz processor running the latest Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 software for Pocket PC, rechargeable battery for all day use, 512MB of onboard memory, expandable Secure Digital ) memory and Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity as standard.

The GeoExplorer 2005 series are among the first integrated GPS handhelds with Microsoft Windows Mobile version 5.0 software for Pocket PC. Windows Mobile 5.0 has more flexibility in device customization, and has persistent memory storage for more efficient data management.

The GeoXH handheld is expected to begin shipping at the end of October 2005.

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