Windows Phone Thoughts: Size Matters: Globalsat's BT-328 Bluetooth GPS Receiver

Product Category: Bluetooth GPS Receiver
Manufacturer: Globalsat Technology
Where to Buy: buyGPSnow.com
Price: $74.95 USD
System Requirements: A Bluetooth-enabled Pocket PC supporting serial port functionality.

Pros:

• Compact, lightweight and portable;
  
• Excellent battery life;
  
• Solid connectivity;
  
• Affordable.

Cons:

• Bluetooth and GPS status indicator light pattern could be improved;
  
• Indicator lights can wash out in the sunlight;
  
• Power port is a little vulnerable to dust accumulation.

Summary:
Is GPS still a geek toy? A few years ago, I would have answered that question with a "yes", but falling costs and a greater range of hardware and software to choose from have contributed to its increasing popularity as of late. Globalsat's new BT-328 Bluetooth GPS Receiver aims to cater for a wide range of users with its affordable price tag and impressive specifications. Yet how does it perform in the real world?

Read on to find out!