--- product_id: 8564053 title: "GPS Receiver: Microsoft Pharos GPS-500 III GPS Receiver" brand: "microsoft" price: "8 zł" currency: PLN in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.pl/products/8564053-gps-receiver-microsoft-pharos-gps-500-iii-gps-receiver store_origin: PL region: Poland --- # GPS Receiver: Microsoft Pharos GPS-500 III GPS Receiver **Brand:** microsoft **Price:** 8 zł **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GPS Receiver: Microsoft Pharos GPS-500 III GPS Receiver by microsoft - **How much does it cost?** 8 zł with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pl](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/8564053-gps-receiver-microsoft-pharos-gps-500-iii-gps-receiver) ## Best For - microsoft enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted microsoft brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Microsoft Pharos iGPS-500 convertible receiver is a small, slim and highly sensitive GPS receiver that connects to your PC and Mac via the included USB cable. With third party mapping software such as Microsoft Streets & Trips you can now accurately view your position in real time on your laptop, tablet or ultra-mobile PC. For Mac users the GPS receiver works in Parallels Desktop without rebooting into Windows so you can use Front Row for a more driver-friendly iTunes interface. Review: Great item, works great with google earth - When I received this gps device, I hope that some kind of software to manage it was included in the package, but there's no any instruction or software. Installed in a Laptop with Windows 7. It's plug and play, placed the receiver at the roof of my car. At first a little disapointed, because I found on the web that it works only with Microsoft Street and Trips thats is useless for me, because this had only maps for USA and Canada, and I live most of the time in South America. But after trying with Google Earth, I found in the tool menu an option for GPS, open the 'Realtime' folder option, select the NMEA Protocol, mark 'Automatically follow the path' and click the start button, and after 4 or 5 seconds, my position appear in the map. It's simple to use and a cheap solution if you need a GPS to travel. P.D. The Google Earth needs an Internet connection to display constantly the position, in my case, I have a 3G Modem and an Internet Service Provider that's give me an unlimited data download at a flat cost. Review: GPS Receiver for Canape - I bought a few of these for my coworkers and myself to use with CANape to get vehicle location and speed information for development work. They interface well with CANape. Win XP pro has all the drivers already. CANape picked the GPS up without any trouble. Update rate is 1Hz, which makes it good for a reference point. It also interfaced fine with Microsoft Map point. I downloaded the demo version and fired it up and it found my location and provided navigation directions. The receiver even was able to pick up some of the satellites inside my office building, and was able to see all the satellites that were available once out side. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000VQGSKE | | Additional Features | Cross-Platform Compatibility | | Are Batteries Included | No | | Audio Output Mode | Stereo | | Brand | Microsoft | | Built-In Media | USB Cable | | Compatible Devices | Laptop | | Connectivity Protocol | USB | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Control Method | Touch | | Customer Reviews | 3.8 3.8 out of 5 stars (58) | | Display Type | touch screen | | Human-Interface Input | Touchscreen | | Manufacturer | Pharos | | Map Types | North America | | Model Name | GPS-500 III | | Mounting Type | Panel Mount | | Operating System | Windows | | Resolution | 480 x 272 | | Supported Satellite Navigation System | GPS | | Touch Screen Type | Resistive | ## Product Details - **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo - **Brand:** Microsoft - **Connectivity Technology:** USB - **Included Components:** USB Cable - **Map Type:** North America - **Model Name:** GPS-500 III - **Mounting Type:** Panel Mount - **Operating System:** Windows - **Resolution:** 480 x 272 - **Special Feature:** Cross-Platform Compatibility ## Images ![GPS Receiver: Microsoft Pharos GPS-500 III GPS Receiver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81MNEYpuN2L.jpg) ![GPS Receiver: Microsoft Pharos GPS-500 III GPS Receiver - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81UoT4Fi9LL.jpg) ![GPS Receiver: Microsoft Pharos GPS-500 III GPS Receiver - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81TfYfa0LXL.jpg) ![GPS Receiver: Microsoft Pharos GPS-500 III GPS Receiver - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51OTbh8TOeL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great item, works great with google earth *by P***R on May 20, 2011* When I received this gps device, I hope that some kind of software to manage it was included in the package, but there's no any instruction or software. Installed in a Laptop with Windows 7. It's plug and play, placed the receiver at the roof of my car. At first a little disapointed, because I found on the web that it works only with Microsoft Street and Trips thats is useless for me, because this had only maps for USA and Canada, and I live most of the time in South America. But after trying with Google Earth, I found in the tool menu an option for GPS, open the 'Realtime' folder option, select the NMEA Protocol, mark 'Automatically follow the path' and click the start button, and after 4 or 5 seconds, my position appear in the map. It's simple to use and a cheap solution if you need a GPS to travel. P.D. The Google Earth needs an Internet connection to display constantly the position, in my case, I have a 3G Modem and an Internet Service Provider that's give me an unlimited data download at a flat cost. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ GPS Receiver for Canape *by K***R on April 9, 2011* I bought a few of these for my coworkers and myself to use with CANape to get vehicle location and speed information for development work. They interface well with CANape. Win XP pro has all the drivers already. CANape picked the GPS up without any trouble. Update rate is 1Hz, which makes it good for a reference point. It also interfaced fine with Microsoft Map point. I downloaded the demo version and fired it up and it found my location and provided navigation directions. The receiver even was able to pick up some of the satellites inside my office building, and was able to see all the satellites that were available once out side. ### ⭐⭐ Must have a bad wiring inside *by R***Y on November 13, 2015* does not work every time, I have to wiggle it. Must have a bad wiring inside. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pl/products/8564053-gps-receiver-microsoft-pharos-gps-500-iii-gps-receiver](https://www.desertcart.pl/products/8564053-gps-receiver-microsoft-pharos-gps-500-iii-gps-receiver) --- *Product available on Desertcart Poland* *Store origin: PL* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*