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Caretta Android Motorcycle Navigation System
IT’S NOT A TABLET. IT'S PURPOSE-BUILT SATELLITE NAVIGATION.
Caretta is a purpose-built satellite navigation (sat-nav) device for motorcycles powered by Android with Google Play Store access. It combines the ruggedness of hardware engineered for adventure motorcycles, quads, and side-by-sides with the limitless versatility of an Android operating system. Unlike traditional locked-down motorcycle GPS units, Caretta offers full compatibility with the Android ecosystem. You can use any GPS navigation app natively, just as you would on a standard smartphone or industrial tablet. When the ride is over, detach it from the bike to browse the web, check emails, or stream media. Why is a dedicated motorcycle sat-nav better than a generic industrial tablet? It is the difference between a tool adapted for the job and a tool born for it. Industrial tablets are engineered for warehouses, not handlebars. Caretta is built specifically for the extreme conditions of the ride, offering an unbeatable price-to-value ratio.
Rugged Hardware & Design Features
Durability & Display
Ultra-Durable Construction: Chassis and cradle parts are molded from highly resilient, glass-fiber filled nylon for maximum impact resistance.
7-inch Ultra-Bright Display: 1920×1200 resolution pushing 2,200 nits brightness for perfect visibility in direct sunlight.
Pre-installed screen protector: Hardened glass with anti-reflective and anti-smudge coating. Easy field installation.
All-Weather Touchscreen: Digitizer tuned specifically to distinguish a gloved finger from heavy raindrops.
Power & Resilience
Smart Power Management: Designed for direct 12V input with built-in voltage stabilization to protect against electrical surges.
Extreme Heat Performance: Operates from -20°C to 75°C. Features a battery-bypass mode that powers the device directly from the bike, protecting the Li-ion battery.
IP69 Waterproofing: Fully sealed ports, discrete and waterproof connectors. Capable of withstanding hours of riding in heavy rain at highway speeds.
Status LED: Basic operational statuses at a glance; user configurable with an option to disable.
Precision GNSS/GPS Software
Sub-Meter Accuracy GNSS: Dedicated dual-band chip (L1+L5) with 10Hz refresh rate. Supports 5 constellations simultaneously (GPS, Galileo, Glonass, Beidou, QZSS).
Dual-Band Antenna: Internal customized antenna, plus an SMA IP68 connector for an optional external active antenna.
Tactical Software: Free offline world-wide maps and motorcycle-specific functionality pre-installed via the Next-gen HUD (NGH).
Motorcycle OBD Integration
Direct OBD Connectivity: Cable connection to your bike’s OBD II port. No Bluetooth dongle required (EURO4/EURO5 compliant vehicles supported).
BMW Wonderwheel Support: Plug-and-play control via the BMW Multicontroller (GS models supported natively).
Vibration-Damped Cradle: Quick-release locking cradle featuring a "free-float" dampening system to isolate the tablet from engine chatter.
Caretta Kit Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 (OTA update path to Android 16 and 18) |
| CPU / GPU | 8-core Qualcomm Kryo / Adreno 610 |
| Memory | 8GB RAM / 128GB ROM |
| Display | 7" inch 1920*1200 IPS, 2200 cd/m2 brightness |
| GNSS GPS | Dual-band (L1+L5), 10Hz refresh rate. 5 simultaneous constellations tracking |
| Storage Expansion | Micro SD up to 512GB |
| Network | Dual SIM (eSIM + nano SIM), Dual-band WiFi (2.4/5Ghz), Bluetooth 5.1 |
| LTE 4G | EMEA region frequencies (VoLTE/data). Includes bands B20/B28 |
| Sensors | Ambient light, accelerometer, gravimeter (hardware compass), gyro |
| Audio & Video | 2MP front-facing camera, IP68-rated microphone and speaker |
| Ports | IP68 waterproof USB-C (USB 3.1 with OTG). Blade connectors for cradle data/power |
| Battery & Power | 5,200mAh nominal | 12VDC through Cradle | USB 5V QC |
| Durability | IP68 | Glass-fiber filled nylon chassis |
| Weight | 630g (Caretta) | 390g (Cradle) | 1020g (Combined Kit) |
Carpe Iter Bluetooth Handlebar Controllers
What are Carpe Iter Motorcycle Remotes?
Carpe Iter handlebar remote controllers are rugged Bluetooth devices designed to control Android GPS applications and device hardware features directly from your motorcycle's grips.
They are not just a comfort feature; they provide critical safety for adventure navigation. With Carpe Iter remotes, you control your GPS navigation map without removing your hands from the bars or taking your eyes off the trail. Everything happens with a simple move of your thumb.
Click a button and the app executes the command instantly. If you are standing on the footpegs steaming down a gravel road, complex operations like map zooming are seamless. There is no longer a need to stop, take off your gloves, and struggle with a touchscreen under the baking sun to figure out your next waypoint.
Which Navigation Apps Are Supported?
More than twenty Android applications are natively supported by our controllers. Even if an app doesn’t have official support, you can program the remote manually via the Next-gen HUD (NGH) to send hardware inputs directly to the software.
Explore All Supported Apps
Select Your Tactical Controller
You need the right tool for the job. Carpe Iter engineers specific handlebar remotes for distinct riding styles—from ADV touring to hardcore rally setups.
Adventure Control
- Input Controls: 7 tactile inputs via a 4-way hall sensor joystick and 3 illuminated buttons. Maps up to 14 commands using short and long presses.
- Build: Completely waterproof, injection-molded body.
- Power: Powered directly from the vehicle's 12V system with near-zero draw in automatic sleep mode.
Terrain Command III
- Input Controls: Modular, flexible design with multiple input peripheral styles (toggles/buttons) to choose from.
- Build: Injection-molded chassis with fully epoxy-potted electronics for extreme impact resilience.
- Power: Direct 12V system integration with intelligent sleep mode.
BMW Control
- Integration: Plug-and-play. Retain all stock handlebar layouts with a fully integrated OEM design.
- Configuration: Use the BMW Control HUB to route Wonderwheel telemetry to your Android device, or add the BMW Control Buttons for 8 extra functions.
- Compatibility: Compatible with models supporting BMW Navigator IV and newer. Button module integrates directly with BMW GS e-throttle housings.
Next-Gen HUD (NGH) Software Integration
Hardware is only half the equation. Carpe Iter controllers operate as a tactical hub through our powerful companion software, the Next-gen HUD (NGH).
- Automatic Profiling: The remote adapts instantly. It dynamically reconfigures inputs for the active app without requiring manual profile switching.
- Custom Button Mapping: Configure predefined control maps globally or individually per app, utilizing short, long, and "single action long presses."
- Media & Call Control: Change screen brightness, skip audio tracks, and answer calls directly from the grips.
- Touch Lock Mode: Disable touchscreen input with a physical button press to prevent erratic screen behavior caused by heavy rain.
- The HUD Dashboard: Call up a quick-access overlay menu with a single press for shortcuts mapped to your controller's physical layout.
- Mini Homescreen: Navigate and launch your favorite Android apps without touching the screen.
- Dynamic Navigation: One-click routing to pre-defined, frequently visited locations via Google Maps.
- Motorcycle Digital Dashboard: Display live telemetry including gear, RPM, speed, and engine temps (Available on BMW bikes via the BMW Control HUB).
- Digital Roadbook: Onscreen configurable tripmaster, waypoint CAP headings, and support for PDF/OpenRally formats.
- OTA Firmware Updates: Controllers receive over-the-air updates to guarantee future-proof functionality.
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