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BlackBerry Traffic 3.0 is now available in the BlackBerry Beta Zone. It's been a while since we've seen any updates for RIM's BlackBerry Traffic, but this one brings a much welcome feature -- Now included is voice guidance so you can navigate to your hearts content completely hands free.
New features include:
- Voice Guidance - New voice guidance helps users reach their destination with completely hands free navigation. The audible-turn-by-turn directions can run over Bluetooth or via your vehicle's speakers. Users can set up the voice instructions with varying levels of detail.
- Additional Road Information - User can find out if a road is closed or under construction as well as note toll routes that lie ahead!
BlackBerry Traffic is a free solution for those looking for easy navigation on the go. You can download the latest version free from the BlackBerry Beta Zone below.
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