Reviving a Decade Old Navman Bike 1000 with Open Source Software
By
mtlynch
If you only eat one bagel today, this is the bagel.
Summary
The article discusses reviving a decade-old Navman Bike 1000, a navigation device for cyclists, using open-source software. It highlights the challenges of outdated map updates and the device's good condition and features.
Key quotes
· 2 pulledPlanned Obsolescence at its best.
The device is still in very good condition, the battery runs for 5 hours, the screen has great visibility outside and the software is extensive.
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