Photos: Emerging tech from location-based services to social networking

Move over smartphones… netbooks, e-book readers all get connected

By Erica Ogg and James Martin on 9 November 2009 14:55

This Garmin Nuvi 1690 is another device that operates on AT&T's network. The personal navigation device doesn't come with an AT&T contract but uses the carrier's services to bring in information on hotels, restaurants, film times, and more.

AT&T's strategy is to get as many devices as possible connected to the web, beyond just the smartphone. Besides GPS devices, the company has deals with netbook and laptop makers, e-book readers, and digital photo frames.

Photo credit: James Martin/CNET

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