TomTom ONE XL goes widescreen

4.3-inch widescreen for bigger viewing area

16 April 2007 12:04 GMT / By Stuart Miles

TomTom, has today announced the TomTom ONE XL range with a 4.3 inch touch screen and a sleek new design to complete with the Garmin Nuvi offering.

Aside from the screen, the TomTom ONE XL will also be traffic ready, meaning that drivers have easy access to traffic information via an RDS-TMC Traffic Receiver accessory or a subscription to TomTom Traffic.

Users also get access to TomTom HOME the company's file management software that promises to allow users to manage, download, store and transfer content from their computer onto their TomTom device easily.

TomTom ONE XL will be available from all major retailers across Europe, as well as the US, Australia and South Africa from May 2007.

IN the UK the model will come in two versions; the TomTom ONE XL (UK & ROI) at £249 (including Safety Cameras), and the TomTom ONE XL for Western Europe at £279 (including Safety Cameras).

In conjunction with the TomTom ONE XL, a range of new accessories is being launched to complement the design and usability of the TT ONE XL. The range includes carry cases, different mounting solutions, and a fast home charger.