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If you’re looking for a high performance hideaway stereo, the WB675 is the right system for you. Control four separate audio zones and set custom audio profiles for each zone! Control your music from your compatible display, smart device or compatible Garmin watch. Fusion has truly thought of it all while designing this stereo. Connect the stereo via NMEA 2000 and audio volume is automatically adjusted based on your boat’s speed (faster = louder; slower = lower volume).

The Apollo WB675 is equipped with Fusion Digital Signal Processing (DSP) which provides a superior sound quality at all volume levels and environments. Easy to set up DSP profiles make it easy to listen to high quality audio customized to your preferences and specific environment.

Connect your Apollo WB675 to your router via Ethernet to enjoy WIFI streaming. AirPlay 2 from Apple and universal Plug and Play put convenience at the forefront. Update software direct from your compatible smartphone via the Fusion-Link app.

The WB675 is a hideaway style stereo and can be controlled in a number of ways. Connect an Apollo ERX400 wired remote, connect to a compatible multifunction display or use the Fusion-Link app.

Shop the Fusion Apollo MS-WB675 Hideaway System here.

Garmin has released a new ECG app! The ECG app is compatible with the Garmin Venu 2 Plus series of smartwatches and allows you to record your heart rhythm and check for signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib) or normal sinus rhythm. This 30-second recording is convenient and can be done anytime while wearing a Garmin Venu 2 Plus smartwatch. Results can be viewed immediately on your smartwatch or in the Garmin Connect app. These results can also be exported to a PDF to share with your doctor. Read more about the Garmin ECG app here.

Shop the Garmin Venu 2 Plus series here!

• Please note that the ECG App is not a diagnostic tool.
• The ECG app is available on the Venu^® 2 Plus smartwatch (firmware version 11.21 or later) with the Garmin Connect^TM smartphone app (version 4.62 or later).
• The ECG app is not available in all regions; see Garmin.com/ECG for availability.
• The ECG app is not intended for use by people under 22 years old.
• With the ECG app, the Venu^® 2 Plus smartwatch is capable of generating an ECG similar to a single-lead electrocardiogram.
• The Garmin Connect app must be downloaded on a compatible smartphone.

Garmin is continually working to improve their current product line with the release of periodic software updates. Software updates are free from the Garmin website or through Garmin’s free ActiveCaptain app. Software updates can also be purchased on SD card.

The January (Q1) Software update provides new features in addition to enhancements to current features including:

• Display DC Status Properties, Health and Case Temperature
• Mercury Cruise V12 Improvements
• Mercury Overlay Bar- ‘No Communication’ Bar
• Addition of Several New Voice Commands, Voice Control Bundle required and sold here.

Updating your software regularly ensures that your Garmin device operates at its best!

Garmin has announced all new Garmin ECHOMAP UHD2 and ECHOMAP Ultra Chartplotter Fishfinders with preloaded Garmin Navionics+ charting. ECHOMAP UHD2 units come with either US inland lake OR US coastal charts while the ECHOMAP Ultra units are preloaded with both US lake and coastal waters.

The ECHOMAP UHD2 series is available in 6″, 7″ and 9″ displays and the ECHOMAP Ultra’s are available in 10″ and 12″ sizes. Preloaded Garmin Navionics+ charts provide 1-year of free daily chart updates and improved Auto Guidance+ routing via the free Garmin ActiveCaptain app. In addition, the improved fishing charts and navigation include up to 1 foot contours with a more detailed depiction of bottom structure.

Shop Garmin ECHOMAP UHD2 GN+ Series Now

Shop Garmin ECHOMAP Ultra GN+ Series Now

Now enjoy WiFi streaming of the SIONYX Nightwave camera to your compatible smart device from the SIONYX app. This exciting app update was made late last year. Simply connect the Nightwave camera to the app on your mobile device/tablet/phone and you will be prompted to update the Nightwave camera. Download the free SIONYX App from the App Store or Google Play and stream video up to 30fps from your Nightwave camera via WIFi. The SIONYX app allows for the connection of multiple devices to one Nightwave camera. You can even connect your Nightwave camera to an MFD and mobile device simultaneously. Streaming live video directly to your mobile device has never been easier! Adjust camera settings, update firmware and more through the convenience SIONYX app.

With 2022 coming to a close, it’s a good time to consider next years Boat Show calendar. We attend several Boat Shows throughout the year- take a look at the calendar below. We hope you’ll make plans to come see us!

• New York Boat Show January 25-29, 2023
• Miami International Boat Show February 15-19, 2023 
• Atlantic City Boat Show March 1-5, 2023 
• United States Sailboat Show- Annapolis, MD October 13-17, 2023
• Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show October 25-29, 2023

Lowrance recently announced their all new HDS PRO series. These new network chartplotter fishfinders are expected to arrive at The GPS Store, Inc. in early 2023. The HDS PRO displays are SolarMAX IPS HD and provide viewability in extreme angles and through polarized lenses. Featuring new Active Imaging HD 3-in-1 sonar and preloaded CMAP DISCOVER OnBoard charts- the new HDS PRO series provides unmatched sonar clarity and detailed charts. The all new Lowrance Active Imaging HD transducer provides ultra-high-definition sonar for the clearest images of fish a structure with Lowrance CHIRP sonar. The HDS PRO series is compatible with the new ActiveTarget 2 Live Sonar System. Add a second system for more simultaneous view (Only with the new HDS PRO series). The HDS PRO series is available in 9″, 10″, 12″, and 16″ displays. Shop the Lowrance HDS PRO series here.

Temps have dropped here in North Carolina which means Thanksgiving is quickly approaching. We will be closed on Thanksgiving Day in order to spend time with family and friends but will be on the phones bright and early Friday for our Black Friday Sale.

Go ahead and shop- hundreds of Black Friday deals are already LIVE. There’s no need to wait on these early deals! Shop Early Deals here.

We have exclusive specials from Garmin, Raymarine, FLIR, Simrad, Lowrance and others with free shipping on almost everything! Get them before they sell out as inventory is limited on many of these specials. All Black Friday offers will be live on Thanksgiving Day!

The Fort Lauderdale Boat Show starts today! Come visit us at booth 653 in the Bahia Mar Yachting Center, Booth 653. The boat shows are always a great time to see what’s new in the industry.

Speaking of what’s new…Garmin just released their all new Garmin GPSMAP GN+ series of multifunction displays with new preloaded Garmin Navionics+ Charts for the US and Canada. These built-in charts provide Auto Guidance+ routing with improved paths and free daily updates for 1-year via the free Garmin ActiveCaptain app. The Premier chart option for these new GN+ MFD’s is the Garmin Navionics Vision+ software, sold in large regions for an amazing value. (Garmin Navionics Vision+ software sold separately)

In exciting industry news- Furuno was recently honored with 5 NMEA Awards including Best Radar for their DRS4DNXT, Best Fish Finder for their DFF3D Multi Beam Sonar and Best NMEA 2000 Sensor with their SCX20 High Precision Satellite Compass. Over the past 50 years Furuno has won 247 awards!

Furuno has released new software updates for the TZTouch and GP1871F/1971F series. Update your software for free from Furuno’s website to ensure support for new enhancements! Take a look at Furuno’s software update YouTube video here.

As October comes to a close, we are gearing up for Black Friday, our biggest sale of the year! You can expect exclusive deals and some of the most competitive pricing on electronics out there. As always, we are available to help you with product selection from small standalone systems, to large marine packages, outdoor electronics and car, motorcycle and off-road GPS.

Our boat show team had a great time at the United States Sailboat Show in Annapolis last week. Next up- the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Buy tickets and view show information here. The Fort Lauderdale show begins Wednesday October 26th and runs through Sunday October 30th. We will be located in the Bahia Mar Yachting Center, Navy Zone in Booth 653. Come see us at the show! This will be our last boat show of the year. We will kick off 2023 with the Miami International Boat Show in February 2023.