How (and why) GPS directions lead you astray

The best (and worst) GPS navigation apps. 11 chic chargers: Portable power that's dressed to impress.

ITworld Today February 21, 2015 How (and why) GPS directions lead you astray GPS apps and portable navigation devices often provide unbearably bone-headed, and sometimes dangerous, directions. GPS experts explain how the technology works, offer reasons why GPS leads you astray, and share insight on how technology could improve in the future. READ MORE   Issue highlights 1. The best (and worst) GPS navigation apps 2. 11 chic chargers: Portable power that's dressed to impress 3. INSIDER PowerPoint animation tips: Don't be that person whose slides are deathly boring 4. Sensors and lasers will help Volvo's self-driving cars stay on the road 5. Two OSes in one: DuOS-M puts Android on your Windows device 6. PSA: Grab an easy 200GB of free OneDrive cloud storage 7. Rapid review: LG's G Flex 2 will make you reconsider curved phones [VIDEO] WHITE PAPER: BMC Software Best Practices Guide to Manage Mainframe Software Charges Monthly license charges (MLC) are rising by 7% or more each year, and account for 30% of total mainframe costs. Yet managing MLC costs is an inexact science. This best practice guide provides a step-by-step process to reduce mainframe MLC costs up to 20% without compromising business critical services. LEARN MORE The best (and worst) GPS navigation apps Frequent GPS users share their votes for best and worst GPS apps. READ MORE 11 chic chargers: Portable power that's dressed to impress These stylish portable battery chargers can keep your mobile devices running through the day -- and attract envious looks at your next power lunch. READ MORE INSIDER PowerPoint animation tips: Don't be that person whose slides are deathly boring Yes, your presentation is already riveting, but you could still apply a little Disney-like magic to make your bullet points pop. Try it. They'll like it. READ MORE : Citrix Systems Security Leadership Series: Security Strategies for Success Today’s highly mobile employees and line-of-business groups are front-line participants in the struggle to secure the enterprise. This exclusive CSO Magazine eBook shares best practices for leading meaningful security discussions, engaging users to protect business information, and meeting security-related compliance requirements. LEARN MORE Sensors and lasers will help Volvo's self-driving cars stay on the road A complex network of sensors, lasers and a cloud-based positioning system are part of a plan from Volvo Cars to have 100 self-driving cars on the road by 2017. READ MORE Two OSes in one: DuOS-M puts Android on your Windows device Want to run Android apps on a Windows tablet or PC? Nothing easier with DuOS-M, a new application that lets you run a complete version of Android without any muss or fuss. READ MORE PSA: Grab an easy 200GB of free OneDrive cloud storage Through February 28, any Bing Rewards member can claim 100GB of OneDrive cloud storage for absolutely free for two years—no searches or rewards points required. READ MORE Rapid review: LG's G Flex 2 will make you reconsider curved phones [VIDEO] This phone has everything its flagship counterparts have—and it's curved. READ MORE WHITE PAPER: Citrix Systems 10 Essentials for Secure EMM This white paper highlights 10 key points encompassing security, user experience, IT operations and BYOD to help your organization realize the full benefits of mobility.LEARN MORE BECOME AN ITWORLD INSIDER Get exclusive access to premium content from ITworld, CIO magazine, Computerworld, InfoWorld, Network World, and CSO -- the best publications in the business. - R programming beginner's guide - IT Resume Makeover: Emphasize your 'X factor' - 4 open source monitoring tools that deserve a look - Free and cheap ways to learn about IT security - PowerShell for beginners: Scripts and loops - Six Ted talks that can change your career What are you waiting for? Sign up today!