A GearLog reader brought to my attention last week that he couldn't find a device with both GPS navigation and XM satellite radio. So, I scoured the Internet for him and found such a device. It's not new, but it sure is pricey.

Pioneer is taking credit for the first company in the industry to design a dual GPS and Satellite Radio Receiver. If you own (or are interested in buying) the Pioneer AVIC-N1 ($2,200.00), AVIC-N2 ($2,200.00), or the AVIC-D1 ($1,800.00) In-Dash DVD Multimedia AV Navigation Receivers, you can pair it with the GEX-P10XMT XM Digital Satellite Data & Audio Receiver ($330.00) to receive both XM NavTraffic and XM Radio.

According to Pioneer's site, the GEX-P10XMT receiver features:

• 18-Station/3-Band Presets
• Channel Number or Channel Category selection modes
• Display Capability of Channel Name, Channel Category, Artist/Feature Name, Song/Program Title, or Composer
• InfoExtras (Sports scores, Stock prices, and more)
• Single-Pole XM Antenna Included
• Dimensions: 5" x 5" x 1-3/8" (127 x 126 x 35mm)

So why get XM Navtraffic? Well, if there's a traffic jam, accident, road closure, construction or the like, the system will suggest an alternate route dynamically. This is helpful and all, but i can't see myself spending that much money! Plus, it may not even work in your area. But, I do have to give XM credit for all of these technologies they are developing. I like XM and stream it for free through www.aolradio.com. On the other hand, I am a Howard fan, but Sirius just doesn't have a variety of players and receivers like XM does. I hope Sirius steps up to the plate soon!! 

For more details, visit PioneerElectronics.com.