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Dec
03

A Portable Handheld GPS – 7 Fun Ways to Use It

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gpsHave you been wanting to buy a portable handheld GPS or portable GPS navigator but just didn’t know quite what you were going to use it for? You may even have friends who own one, but you’re still unsure? These devices are great tools that provide a huge array of ways to get the most use out of them. Take a look at some of the fun (and practical) ways to make the most of these fun GPS gadgets:


1. Driving. This is one of the most common and practical ways a GPS device can be used for especially with with mapping software. The software allows you to navigate to and from specific destinations by choosing the shortest distance, or fastest routes. It can get you from one place to another and can even allow you to choose to avoid toll roads, avoid major highways, and have it recalculate to a different route than the one you are currently on. Finding necessities like fuel and food near your current location are also added perks. Do you need to go to the restroom? Yes, just check your GPS and you can find the closest the restroom! Now how cool is that?


2. Kayaking and Boating. Using a portable GPS navigator in boating is beneficial to mark favorite fishing spots, a favorite landing point, a great scenic view that you may want to return to, or to navigate to and from your Kayak put in spot. Once you get out in the water, it is easy to loose your way as it all looks the same unless you have a land mark. A GPS unit will allow you to navigate back the exact same way you went out. Most of the GPS systems also have a Man Overboard feature. If by chance someone falls overboard or you loose equipment (fishing rods, etc.) you can mark the spot and go exactly back to the same location.


3. Hiking. A portable handheld GPS can be used in hiking to mark a trail head, a favorite location along a well-used trail, mark your campsite, trail tracking through the backlog, navigate toward previous marked points, and track your speed, distance, elevation, and much more. A GPS in the wilderness is almost a must and it can actually save your life. There are many stories of hikers getting injured on their journey and by being able to provide the coordinates of their location, rescue help found them quickly.


4. In an Airplane. Only for fun. While flying commercial , you can track the distance to your destination, see how high you are flying, how fast the plane is traveling, and even where you are currently flying over. Make sure to adhere to any regulations about portable electronic devices.


5. Geocaching. A worldwide high tech game of hide and seek, geocaching is a great hobby. Players use their GPS to find treasures, or geocaches, hidden by others with user-posted latitude and longitude coordinates. This recreational sport has only been around for a short time, but is definitely growing in popularity. There are probably a few geocaches within only a mile or two of where you live!


6. Vacation and Tourism. While on vacation, a portable handheld GPS is a great way to visit places that may be of special interest, find local restaurants, and to mark places that you would like to remember, possibly return to, or recommend to others. It’s also great for finding lodging and other amenities near your location, if you are traveling on a whim.


7. Biking. The use of a portable GPS navigator is a great way to keep track of statistics like distance biked, how far to a destination, current speed, average speed, amount of time you’ve been moving, and amount of time spent stopped. Whether you are a serious biker or a casual rider, this is a great way to keep track of your progress.


The possibilities are virtually endless for using a portable GPS navigator. These are just a few ideas. Once you start using one, you’ll wonder why you waited so long, and how you managed without it. There are many different styles, so you are able to get one that fits your needs and budget.






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Dec
31

Which GPS.Garmin 60CX or 60CSX or something else and why?

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justme asked:


I am going to buy a handheld GPS to be used primarily for geocaching along with some car use and maybe hiking.

$300 is my limit for the most part with a “small” cushion if absolutely necessary.

I’ve been looking at the Garmin 60CX and the 60CSX and am leaning toward the CSX. My question to you folks is this.

Which would you choose and why??

Is there another you would choose and why??

Thanks!!
So the CX is just the CSX without the Altimeter and Compass?

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Dec
31

Garmin nüvi 775/775T 4.3-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic

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Dec
31

Garmin Edge 705 Deluxe GPS Computer

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Dec
30

Garmin GPSMap 76Cx Handheld GPS (010-00468-00)

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Garmin GPSMap 76Cx Handheld GPS (010-00468-00)
 
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Garmin 76CX Handheld GPS

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  • Bright, sunlight-readable color TFT display and an included a 128 MB microSD card
  • Uses the powerful SiRF GPS navigation chip for supreme accuracy
  • Lightweight, rugged, and water resistant case is fully bouyant
  • USB connectivity for sharing map and waypoint data with PC
  • Preloaded with an Americas autoroute basemap

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Dec
30

where can i find gps tracking equipment for our 4 pet cats?

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i require a handheld unit, which will give me locations to within 5 metres if possible.also transmitters small enough to fit to a cat collar.i require all information to be received by my hand held unit, and not to a computer, or a subscription service. etc.IS THE TECHNOLOGY OUT THERE.HELP.

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Dec
29

Magellan Maestro 3250 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic and Voice Command

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Magellan Maestro 3250 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic and Voice Command
 
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We've been big fans of Magellan's Maestro line since it came out in early 2006. The Maestro interface is incredibly easy to use, even for those who are not completely comfortable with electronics. At the same time, Magellan was ahead of the industry with useful innovations like multi-destination routing and pre-loaded reviews for points of interest like hotels and restaurants (from AAA). With its 3200 and 4200 series, Magellan has improved the Maestro line giving them a SirfStar III chipset that provides super-fast. satellite lock and making them thinner. In fact, at .7 inches, these are -- at the time of this writing (November 2007), the thinnest portable GPS navigators available. Distinguishing between models is also fairly easy.

3200 and 4200 Family of Navigators
Distinguishing between models is also fairly easy. The 3200-series navigators feature a 3.5-inch screen, while the 4200s have a 4.3-inch widescreen display. The 3200 and 4200 offer great, basic navigation with turn-by-turn spoken directions, pre-loade maps of the 48 contiguous United States, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico, and 1.3 million POIs. The 3210 and 4210, add maps for Canada and Alaska, AAA travel information (see details below) and bump you up to 6 million POIs. The 3220 and 4220 add maps of Mexico. The top-of-the-line 3250 and 4250 add a host of other features, including text-to-speech directions that give real street names, Bluetooth for hands-free phone calls, integrated traffic (with a free 3-month subscription), and voice command.

What Makes the Maestro 3250 Exceptional?

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Access built-in AAA information from your GPS touch screen. View larger.

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Easy To Use Interface
The intuitive user interface makes the Maestro series incredibly easy to use. Use the big icons on the 3.5-inch touch screen to search for your destination by address, intersection, or any of 6 million points of interest (POIs), including restaurants, hotels, airports, gas stations, and more. You can even touch an onscreen icon for a nearby destination, see name and address, and get an instant route. Turn by turn visual and spoken directions guide you every step of the way.

Auto re-route gets you quickly back on track whenever you make a detour or miss a turn. QuickSpell feature intelligently searches and checks spelling when you enter addresses. The 3250 offer multiple view options, including 2D, 3D, and TrueView that shows your upcoming turn using a 3D split screen. Maneuver List displays the full turn-by-turn details of your route. Auto night view adjusts color and contrast for easy night viewing.

Magellan Maestro 4050 is the first portable gps navigator with voice command
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Voice Command and Control
Voice Command further enables hands-free operation so you can keep your eyes on the road. Say a command to access the most used navigation functions. Find the nearest coffee, restaurant, gas and ATM or get an instant route home. Plus, you can ask for your location, the distance to your destination and quickly get details for the nearest roadside assistance and more, all with the sound of your voice.

AAA-enabled
With built-in AAA travel information, the Maestro 4250 gives you instant access to the most trusted source for trip planning, searchable AAA TourBook listings, Show Your Card & Save locations for member discounts, approved auto repair facilities, attractions, events, and more. The Maestro 3250 also provides AAA members roadside assistance details, with exact location and a toll-free number. Plus, the Maestro 3250 is Bluetooth-enabled so you can connect your Bluetooth cell phone directly to AAA for immediate help when you need it most.

Note: AAA member roadside assistance requires AAA membership.

Bluetooth for Hands-Free Calling
The Maestro 3250's Bluetooth wireless technology lets you make hands-free phone calls with your Bluetooth-enabled phone. You can store or sync numbers and contact information through the easy-to-use touch screen, and even place calls directly through the Maestro 3250's integrated microphone and speakers.

Integrated Real-Time Traffic
The integrated traffic receiver offers onscreen RDS-TMC traffic incident reports in real-time. A free 3-month traffic service subscription makes it easy to avoid accidents, slow downs, road closures, severe weather and more. Your Maestro 3250 automatically recalculates your estimated time of arrival based on traffic conditions and prompts you to reroute when a quicker way is available.

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One of the thinnest portable GPS navigators on the market
Take It Anywhere
The 3250 is super-thin, lightweight and fits easily into any pocket. The integrated rechargeable battery enables you to operate the Maestro 3250 away from your vehicle for up to three hours. The battery recharges while driving via the included vehicle power adapter.

Tons of Data
The 3250 comes pre-loaded with Navteq maps of the United States and Canada, and 6 million points of interest (POIs). POI data includes telephone numbers and addresses.

It also has an Address Book in which you can create and store POIs and addresses that you use frequently.

Flexible Routing
The 3250 provides a particularly large number of routing features relevant to its price point. Multi-destination routing lets you select up to 20 destinations and find the best route to get to all of them. SmartDetour prompts you to route around heavy or stopped freeway traffic.Customizable route methods let you choose between several different routing methods, including "Fastest Time", "Shortest Distance", "Least or Most Use of Freeways", and "Avoid Toll Roads". Route exclusion lets you pick streets and freeways you want to avoid.
What's in the Box
Magellan Maestro 3250 GPS receiver, Adhesive disk for dash mounting, Basic cradle, Vehicle power adapter (12-24 watts), Quick reference guide and CD, Windshield mount

Optional Accessories
AC Wall power supply/charger, USB data cable

About Magellan
Magellan is a leader in the consumer, survey, GIS, and OEM GPS navigation and positioning markets. Recognized as an industry innovator, the Company is the creator of the award-winning Magellan RoadMate series and the Magellan Maestro portable car navigation systems, the Magellan eXplorist and the Magellan Triton outdoor handheld navigation devices, and the Hertz NeverLost car navigation system, the best-selling single frequency GPS survey product line on the market. The Magellan Maestro series includes such unique features as built-in AAA travel information and voice command and control driving which no other portable GPS manufacturer in the U.S. or Canada offers. The company is recognized worldwide through its Magellan brand and has experienced dramatic revenue growth as GPS technology has proliferated across a range of consumer and commercial applications. The Company is headquartered in Santa Clara, California with European headquarters in Carquefou, France.

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  • 3.5-inch QVGA full-color, anti-glare, touch-screen display
  • 6 Million Searcheable Points of Interest:
  • AAA TourBook guide travel information
  • SmartDetour prompts drivers to route around heavy or stopped freeway traffic
  • Newly designed, intuitive user interface makes the Maestro series the easiest to use

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Great features and Amazon price!
 
Review Date: December 28, 2007
Reviewer: Shawn A. Freeman, Troy Michigan
I purchased this unit last night to replace my Garmin i3. The Garmin is a great little unit, but I was ready for a few more features.

To read up about the Garmin i3 (and i2/i5) check this site: http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/garmin-streetpilot-i3/4505-3430_7-31468216.html

Short version:
Magellan 3250 is a great GPS unit and the price from Amazon was far the best one that I could find. Also, I ordered it last night and Amazon/UPS had the unit on my doorstep 24 hours later (and I didn't pay for overnight)!

Long version:
Within 30 minutes of having the unit out of the box, I was able to take it on a 90 minute road trip and compare back-to-back with the Garmin. Below are a few of my findings:

Screen size: The 3.5" Magellan screen was a nice bonus when compared to the Garmin's 1.5" screen. I was happy with the Garmin display, so I am that much more happy with the Magellan.

Screen Zoom: While the Magellan was fine, the default zoom level on the Garmin provided just a bit more information (zoomed out a little more) and I find that the added view was helpful when navigating unfamiliar areas.

Brightness: I never had a problem with the Garmin, but the Magellan was definitely brighter.

Re-calculation: The Garmin was quicker to detect that I had left the route and start the recalculation. Once the Magellan detected that I was off route (usually at about 75% re-calc on the Garmin) it would initiate and finish the re-calc very quickly (usually at the same time as the Garmin, despite the Garmin's 75% head start). The quickness with which the Garmin detects that you have the left route is NOT always a blessing. One of my few complaints about the Garmin was that it was/is U-turn crazy. That is to say that it detects that you have the left route and tries to force you (repeatedly) into a U-turn to get back on route. I had no such trouble with the Magellan.

Bluetooth: The Garmin i3 is a budget model and does not have this feature. With the Magellan, my SMT5600 Smartphone is not on the supported list. However, it still works as a bluetooth headset, which is sufficient for me. The quality (both on my end and on the end of the person that I made the test call to) was better than my Motorola bluetooth earbud.

Traffic: This is another advanced feature of the Magellan, which the Garmin does not have. I was not able to test this feature because I have not yet started the free trial.

Maps: The maps are from NAVTEQ*** (6/2007) and were very accurate. The Garmin also uses NAVTEQ maps (~2004 edition) and are also very good.

Routing: Both the Garmin and the Magellan calculated the same base route when going from A to B (and it was a route that I know well and can attest that the selected route was good).

Re-routing: Here, the Magellan is the hands-down winner. Not only did the Magellan NOT display the "possessed U-turn demon" of the Garmin, but it seemed to make smarter assumptions (i.e. not forcing me back to the highway when local was just as fast) when re-routing.

Mounting: Because the Garmin is very small (fits in the palm of your hand), the mount is a ball-and-socket which makes it very easy to adjust to any angle. I was pleasantly surprised that the beefy Magellan mount provided a similar range of flexibility.

Navigation: While both systems navigate quite well****, I have to give the nod to the Magellan. Whenever there are complicated branches, the screen splits into two (map and branch) clearly showing which branch is the correct one to take. The Garmin describes the branch (stay left/right, then stay right/left), but a picture is worth a 1000 words! In some cases the Garmin did have a few extra niceties like the top screen banner indicating what the next major action would be (e.g. "on I696 to exit 165 John C. Lodge south"). Also, the Garmin uses names for highways (e.g. "John C. Lodge") while the Magellan uses the highway numbers (e.g. "M-10"). If you are local, the names might make more sense, but I know from experience that out-of-towners would prefer the highway numbers over the names (here the Magellan wins again). The Magellan has text-to-speech and the Garmin does not; I can see that this would be useful for out-of-town adventures.
Finally, one point to the Garmin for verbosity. The Garmin was/is always talking before the Magellan and sometimes even when the Magellan sat quiet (e.g. "stay straight for next 9.9 miles" would come from the Garmin after merging onto the highway). The Magellan said nothing to assure me that I merged to the right path; maybe a minor point I don't know.

Controls: This is the #1 reason why I am replacing the Garmin. The Magellan has a touch screen (as do most GPS devices now). The Garmin i-series uses a thumb-wheel. While the thumb-wheel is very fast to use while sitting still (possibly faster than the touch screen) it can become nearly possible to use while driving on less than perfect roads (a bounce can send the selection up/down causing you miss the selection or select the wrong item). I know that you are not supposed to play with the GPS while driving, but honestly - who doesn't!?? Since I do, the touch screen is a definite winner.

Boot-up: The Garmin always boots fast and doesn't antagonize with the nag screen for too long. The Magellan seemed to boot a little slower, but what really bothered me was the nag screen that sticks around for several seconds after it has been dismissed.

POI: Do NOT underestimate the importance of the POI database. In this case, both the Magellan 3250 and Garmin i-series have 6 million built-in points of interest. A lot (most) of the budget systems have "millions", which usually translates into just a few more than 1 million. If you do not believe that 6 million is a big advantage over 1+, buy two systems and compare for yourself. You will be shocked at the difference that it makes in finding exactly what you are looking for. BTW - Both the Garmin amd Magellan POI database includes accurate phone numbers as well. This is especially great on the Magellan because you can call directly from the GPS unit via bluetooth to your cell phone!

NOTES (a.k.a. Why all the asterisks?):
My first attempts at replacing the Garmin were all a bust. The systems could not hold a candle to the Garmin for accuracy or sheer number of POI.

*** Something that I noticed on the other units is that they were all using TeleAtlas maps instead of NAVTEQ maps. In some cases the TeleAtlas maps had N-S streets swapped with E-W street names. I actually ran into a situation where the map claimed that there was a street where there was none, and obviously hadn't been one anytime in the past 20 years. Some people blame the navigation for these errors (i.e. the GPS vendor and not the map maker), but clearly inaccurate maps are not the results of a GPS navigation issue. They are simply bad maps. My advice is to avoid units that use TeleAtlas maps.

**** An issue, which probably is navigation related but could stem from the bad maps, is that one of the systems consistently took me to the back side of destinations. On a trip to Radio Shack, this is not a big deal. On a trip to the airport, this is a huge deal because it can lead you miles out of your way!
Great GPS
 
Review Date: December 4, 2007
Reviewer: J. Childress, Virginia
I have been using the 3250 for about two weeks. This is the best gps I have ever used. The ones that I'm comparing it with are TomTom One 3rd, Mio 220 and 230, Garmin Nuvi 350, and Garmin streetpilot 330. The Magellan is not quite as easy to use as the Garmin units, but lets the user have more control over navigation.
Pros:
-Best poi database I have seen with AAA tour book
-Voice commands, really cool
-TrueView map. Shows you the intersection turns on the left of the screen
-Up to date maps, 8/2007
-Text to speech
-Traffic conditions
-Interactive POI icons. On map screen icons, touch and see what it is.
-Navteq maps. Better than TelAtlas thats on TomTom and Mio
-Tells you what side of the road your destination is on. Garmins do this too.
-Quick spell. Makes entering in you address much easier.
-Multi destination routing.

Cons:
-Customer support. Website and phone not that good
-No user guide
-Rerouting after missing a turn a little slower than the others
-Some buttons are too small

Overall I really like this Gps. If you want alot for your money this is the one. Check prices, because on some sites the price changes daily. I paid $299.00.
Where am I? I love that function.
 
Review Date: December 27, 2007
Reviewer: V. Calvin Hoe, Colorado Springs, CO United States
I am a wind farmer; I plant GE wind turbines in rural Indiana. I work on setting up wind farms. I use the where am I to set the Turbine site numbers. Some of the roads in rural cannot support the heavy trucks to deliver the turbine parts so I use te trip planning to take me as 'FOLLOW ME' driver without getting onto the no-travel roads.

After a new pad is set, I use the 'Where am I' to log the site number.

Part two of my job takes me to other parts of rural america on my leased 4x4 Dodge Cummins truck. The Magellan Maestro 3250 gets me there from here. I grew up on the west coast so mountains are my reference.

Here in Indiana, it's easy to get lost without the sun (cloudy) or points of reference so the Magellan Maestro 3250 gets me there and out of trouble (like talking on the phone while driving, since I use the bluetooth to do my talking while driving.

Update: I went to O'Hare Airport in Chicago to pick up wife who came to visit over New Years. After the airport, I ask magellan for a nearest pizza resturant. I wanted the Chicago deep dish style that I have heard about. The magellan found a pizza place just off the exit and we had a wonderful treay of Chicago pizza.

I had the 3250 route me away from construction and avoided toll roads enroute back to Indiana.

Update 2: I noted that there were a few complaints about third world support. I called the toll free number and was greeted by Melvin, as I understand that he is Mombie, India. I can understand that speaking so they can understand you may be an issue. My technical question was: may I use a charger with the min-USB2 plug to charge the Maestro 3250; his answer was that it will charge the 3250 BUT it will sense that it is connected to a computer and I cannot program the GPS while plugged into the wall outlet. I will have to wait until the 3250 is charged, then do the trip planning. A very reasonable answer.

Granted, I am Chinese and understand that others may not be as understanding in trying to listen to the answer. I interact with americans from all over the USA so trying to understand Texans or Carolinians requires me to ask or repeat back what I have heard.

Update two: this magellan GPS does not like the cold. It was -5 below zero farenheite today and the GPS stopped working. Pulled it off the mount, put it in my pocket to warm it up and the unit started working again.

Update three: 2009 map update on SD memory card was just insert into SD slot. Be sure to update firmware to 4.86 before doing map update.
Not quite perfect, but feature-packed and a pleasure to use
 
Review Date: January 7, 2008
Reviewer: J. Holden,
This model is among the most feature rich GPS units available. Though the screen is modest in size, it is perfectly suited to a small car. Try the 4250 for a bigger screen. The 3250 will get you from A to B competently and with little fuss. The Navteq maps seem to be accurate and up-to-date, and many of the extended features work very well.

Strengths:
- Basic operation (fast and sensible routing, timely notification of turns, easy address input)
- Interface (well laid out, fast and intuitive, particularly the map screen)
- Signal (acquisition is very fast and reliability is high)
- POI database (large and fairly comprehensive, synchronized one-touch Bluetooth calling, AAA tourbook is updateable)
- TrueView feature (though distracting at first, it helps dispel doubt when approaching complicated intersections)
- Exit POI function
- Built-in real-time traffic tuner
- AAA partnership (free extended warranty and other useful AAA perks)

Weaknesses:
- Inadequate computer synchronization. Magellan should offer readily accessible POI, firmware, and map updates. The AAA tourbook update webpage is temperamental (though this is hardly Magellan's fault.)
- The unit is reluctant to power up on low battery power. Holding the power button for 6 seconds or more becomes necessary. A glitch?
- Voice features such as voice command and Bluetooth calling are impeded when cabin noise rises even slightly.
- Voice command could be more comprehensive.
- Pairing with Bluetooth devices is lost when battery power drops close to zero, though pairing is fast and easy. This is barely a problem.
- RDS traffic info is available only in major metropolitan areas (though I imagine this is the same with all brands.)
- Runs slowly every so often. Though not a problem in itself, delays following touch screen commands can confuse operation. An hourglass is suggested!

Some improvements could be made, but the simple functionality of this unit earns it 5 stars.
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Review Date: February 8, 2008
Reviewer: R. Lee, Los Angeles
I own the Magellan 3250 and have found the perfect hardshell case for it.
The Johnson&Johnson "First Aid To Go" comes in a hardshell plastic box that is the perfect size for the 3250. costs $0.97 at Walmart. This box looks like it was made for the 3250.... plus you also get 12 bandages !!

The 3250 is a must have if you drive in Los Angeles
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Dec
29

Magellan Premium GPS Car Kit for iPhone and iPod Touch

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The Magellan Premium Car Kit transforms your iPhone into a complete in-car solution for GPS navigation. Simply place your iPhone in the cradle and connect the power. There's no need to remove your protective case--the cradle adjusts to your needs.

Transform your iPhone into a complete in-car solution for GPS navigation. Click to enlarge.

Secure, adjustable vehicle mounting.

Works with any navigation or location-based app.

Magellan Premium Car Kit for iPhone / iPod Touch

Requires purchase of a navigation app. Sold separately.

The Premium Car Kit lets you use great navigation apps like the Magellan RoadMate App for iPhone and iPod touch (2nd generation) and instantly enhances your navigation experience.

This powerful, built-in receiver boosts GPS reception, ensuring accurate directions. Simply place your iPhone or iPod touch into the cradle and connect the power. The cradle even works with most turn- by-turn routing applications available today, including the Magellan RoadMate App for iPhone (sold separately).

The Premium Car Kit connects via Bluetooth (iPhone only) to deliver a superior hands-free calling experience. The powerful, amplified speaker delivers crystal clear calls and turn-by-turn directions. No need to even remove your protective cover--the cradle adjusts to accommodate most cases or skins.

Navigate in confidence with the Magellan Premium Car Kit!

Features

  • Built-in GPS receiver enhances performance
    A powerful, sensitive built-in GPS receiver provides faster and more accurate location information to your iPhone or iPod touch

  • Turns your iPod touch into a GPS navigator
    The built-in GPS receiver adds GPS capability to your iPod touch (2nd generation)

  • Fits hard shell cases or silicon skins
    Accommodates most cases or skins for maximum flexibility when inserting into the cradle

  • Works with most navigation or location-based apps
    While optimized for the Magellan RoadMate app for iPhone, the cradle is compatible with most GPS navigation apps

  • In-car charging
    The cradle automatically powers and charges when connected. No need to worry about running out of battery.

  • Noise-canceling, hands-free speakerphone
    Full duplex speakerphone for crystal clear calls

  • Powerful, amplified speaker
    Use the volume control for loud and clear voice guidance

  • Secure, adjustable vehicle mounting
    Quickly secure the cradle to your windshield or dashboard and easily adjust for portrait or landscape viewing

  • Audio line out for music playback on your car stereo
    Listen to your favorite tunes through your car's audio system

Car Kit Compatibility

  • iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4
  • iPod touch 2G, 3G
  • Requires iPhone OS 3.0 or later and purchase of navigation app (sold separately).

What's in the Box
Premium GPS Car Kit, Vehicle Mount, Adhesive Disc, Vehicle Power Adapter, Getting Started Guide

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  • Compatibility: iPod touch 2G, 3G; iPhone 3G, 3GS, 4
  • Transform your iPhone or iPod touch into a complete in-car solution for GPS navigation
  • Charge your device while mounted; built-in GPS receiver enhances performance
  • Noise-cancelling, hands-free speakerphone with powerful amplified speaker
  • Works with any navigation or location-based app, including Magellan's RoadMate app

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Dec
29

Lowrance iFinder Hunt C GPS

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Featuring exclusive, hunting-specific graphic icons for marking treestands, game signs, ATV's, and vehicles, the Lowrance iFinder Hunt C is the ideal companion when you're looking for big game. With a built-in electronic compass and barometric altimeter with weather predictions, as well as the unique "Scout Mode" to mark area perimeters and create borders, this navigation system lets you take control of your hunting expeditions.

When you're following your target in brilliant color, the 16-channel GPS and WAAS receiver will let you know exactly where you are and where you're going thanks to the built-in continental United States and Hawaii background map. The Hunt C even plays MP3 audio files from an MMC/SD card (not included) and you can record voice notes with the built-in microphone. Watertight and easy to operate with just one hand, this system comes with a Realtree Hardwoods HD camo case designed specifically for hunters.

The Hunt C features a bright, easy-to-read 2.62-inch diagonal color TFT display with 240 x 160 resolution and a white LED backlit screen for superb direct sunlight and low-light or night viewing. To help save you time, the dual processors deliver higher speed screen updates and scrolling, while the dual Easy and Advanced operation modes give you the flexibility to choose what works best for you. The MMC/SD digital memory card slot gives you the option to record and play GPS trip details, while the internal back-up memory keeps important data safe. And should you wish to expand your navigation database, the Hunt C is compatible with optional plug and play Lowrance FreedomMaps, Fishing Hot Spots Elite, LakeMaster ProMaps, NauticPath, and Navionics electronic charts.

Because the Hunt C is specifically designed by and for hunters, it contains many invaluable features that can help ensure a successful hunt. First, the zoom range under one mile is shown in yards for shooting distances. In addition, this system gives you access to 2,000 waypoints, 1,000 event markers, and 100 routes, as well as 63 graphic icons plus 17 hunting-specific icons to help you mark key points or sites. Finally, you can enjoy 40 map zoom ranges (from 0.02 to 4,000 miles) so you can better plan your trip and find game without getting lost or off-track.

The Hunt C comes is waterproof to IPX7 standards and includes a sure-grip rubber welt seal, and a 12 volt plug power adapter for in-vehicle or ATV use. It also operates up to 16 hours or longer on two "AA" batteries (not included) and comes with a full one-year warranty.

Product Details
  • Features exclusive, hunting-specific graphic icons for marking treestands, game signs, ATV's, and vehicles
  • Built-in electronic compass and barometric altimeter with weather predictions; Scout Mode lets you mark area perimeters and create borders
  • Built-in continental United States and Hawaii background map; plays MP3 audio files from an MMC/SD card (not included); record voice notes with the built-in microphone
  • Dimensions: 5.6 x 2.5 x 1.2 inches (W x H x D); weighs 8.7 ounces
  • Compact navigation system is made by hunters for hunters

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Garmin nüvi 1690 4.3-Inch Portable Bluetooth Navigator with nüLink! Services

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Garmin nüvi 1690 4.3-Inch Portable Bluetooth Navigator with nüLink! Services
 
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The Garmin 1690 GPS navigator--with Bluetooth and included Traffic Receiver--features an enhanced user interface, ecoRoute, public transit mode, and text-to-speech. Plus, pedestrian navigation capability is enabled through optional CityXplorer maps, which are available for select tourist destinations in North America and Europe and can be downloaded easily directly to the nüvi. The device's enhanced user interface features improved graphics and a slide control for menu operation, while ecoRoute suggests fuel-efficient routes to save drivers money and fuel. Also, Garmin's public transit mode allows you to navigate using buses, tramway, metro, and suburban rail systems. Pre-loaded with City Navigator North America NT.

An ultra-thin GPS navigator with great Garmin features like CityXplorer and ecoRoute. Click here for an interactive demo

Bluetooth Wireless Technology
The 1690 enables calling with a compatible phone, giving you a completely hands-free mobile phone experience by broadcasting navigation and phone calls through your car stereo.

See More
With nüvi 1690's widescreen display, you'll always get the big picture. View map detail, driving directions, photos and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display is easy to read--from any direction.

Easy-to-Use Touchscreen Interface
One of Garmin's core beliefs is to continually enhance the simplicity of the user experience. The nüvi on-screen menus are logically arranged, with clearly labeled, colorful icons, making it easy to enter data and get to the information you need quickly.

Navigate with Ease
nüvi 1690 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator North America NT street maps and millions of points of interest (POIs) such as hotels, restaurants, fuel stations, ATMs and more, with map data provided by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. Enter a destination on the touch screen, and nüvi takes you there with 2-D or 3-D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. Text to speech enhances standard sat-nav voice guidance by speaking the names of places and roads. It even announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road. In addition, nüvi 1690 accepts custom points of interest, such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs.

Announces the name of exits and streets so you never have to take your eyes off the road. Click to enlarge.

Lane assist guides you to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit, making unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to navigate. Click to enlarge.

Junction View gives you a photo-realistic screen that shows you both the road detail as well as the signs as you will see them on the road. Click to enlarge.

Enjoy access to Garmin's nüLink! services like weather forecasts, flight status, white pages, and more. Click to enlarge.

Travel North America
With nearly 6 million points of interest and detailed road coverage for the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico, City Navigator North America NT delivers all the data you need to navigate North America.

  • Displays nearly 6 million points of interest--hotels, restaurants, parking, entertainment, fuel, shopping and more.
  • Includes highways, interstates, business and residential roads in metropolitan and rural areas.
  • Includes detailed information such as turn restrictions, roundabout guidance, speed categories and other navigation features.
  • Gives turn-by-turn directions on your compatible Garmin device.
  • Includes postal code support for Canada.
  • Enhances pronunciation data for compatible Garmin devices that speak street names (example: "Turn right on Main Street").

Know the Lane Before It's Too Late
No more guessing which lane you need to be in to make an upcoming turn. Lane assist guides you to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit, making unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to navigate. It realistically displays road signs and junctions on your route along with arrows that indicate the proper lane for navigation.

Junction View takes it a step further, giving you a photo-realistic screen that shows you both the road detail as well as the signs as you will see them on the road.

Multi-Point Routing
The 1690 automatically sorts multiple destinations to provide an efficient route for errands or deliveries.

Pedestrian Navigation
New to the nüvi series is Public Transit--navigate using buses, tramway, metro and suburban rail systems with optional CityXplorer content. Downloadable CityXplorer data and city guides are available for purchase and download from garmin.com for many cities.

Where Am I?
Keep track of yourself and your car with nüvi 1690. Just tap "Where Am I?" to find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates. nüvi 1690 even remembers where you parked. It automatically marks your position when you remove it from the windshield mount, so you can navigate with nüvi on foot and find your way back to your vehicle. Perfect for unfamiliar spots and crowded lots such as amusement parks, stadiums and malls.

HotFix Satellite Prediciton
Garmin's HotFix capability automatically calculates and stores satellite locations, greatly reducing satellite acquisition time so that you can turn the unit on and get going. With HotFix, your nüvi remembers the position of all satellites it is tracking when you turn it off, and calculates their movements in order to predict where they should be the next time you turn it on. HotFix can predict satellite positions for up to 3 days after the device was last turned off.

Garmin nüLink!

With Garmin nüLink! Services you know the local area, even if you’re from out of town. Accurate real-time information about the area you’re traveling in is delivered directly to nüvi 1690 via a built-in wireless module. The 1690 currently comes with a free 2-year Garmin nüLink! Subscription, which include services that can make every day more enjoyable.

Google™Local Search Access up-to-date information for the local area using the power of Internet-enabled local search and navigate directly from the search results.

Real-time Traffic Garmin nüLink! services provide current traffic data for your route so your nüvi 1690 can automatically optimize a route for the shortest time. Just drive and let nüvi 1690 do all the work.

Gas Prices Is your fuel tank getting a little low? Garmin nüLink! services show you where you can find the best prices for any grade of fuel in your area. Just tap the screen and go to your chosen station.

Ciao!™ What are your friends up to? Ciao! integrates multiple third party location-centric social network applications, such as GyPSii, with more networks expected to be added in the future.
Local Events What’s going on in town? Search for local events, concerts, theater performances, sports, art and navigate there with ease.
myGarmin™ Your nüvi 1690 will receive alerts for available updates automatically.
Converter Quickly and conveniently convert up-to-date currency evaluations, measurements, distances, speed and temperature.
Flight Status Quick access to flight departure/arrival times and gate information from airports around the world with the closest major airports displayed first.
White Pages Forget someone's address? Find it using White Pages and navigate there. Search by name or phone number — faster and more convenient than a phone book.
Send to GPS Build a list of destinations online then send them wirelessly to your nüvi 1690.
Movie Times Wanna catch a flick? Just tap Movie Times and you can find an area movie theater quickly and easily.

Weather What’s the weather forecast? Tap the Weather icon to get current and 5-day forecasts tailored for major cities around the world.

Navigate by Photo with Garmin Connect Photos.

ecoRoute
With this feature, drivers can view suggestions for fuel-efficient navigation, conserving both money and fuel:

  • Save Gas and Money
    Now more than ever, we're all looking for ways to conserve both money and fuel. Whether we're taking fewer trips or carpooling with family and friends, saving resources is a top priority. It was that thinking that led to the creation of ecoRoute--our free software update for compatible nüvi products that allows users to find more fuel efficient routes when navigating and even track their fuel usage. With ecoRoute, you may be able to save gas and money by adopting smarter driving habits and finding more fuel-efficient routes.

  • Select Fuel-efficient Routes
    With ecoRoute, users will have a "less fuel" option as a routing preference. When selected, nüvi will determine if more fuel efficient routes exist based upon road speed data and vehicle acceleration data for a given route.

  • Get Fuel and Mileage Reports
    Through ecoRoute's Fuel Report and Mileage Report, drivers can focus on their habits even when they're not behind the wheel. Fuel Report tracks fuel usage over time, and Mileage Report monitors mileage and fuel usage on a per-trip basis. In addition, Mileage Report makes it easy for business travelers to keep track of distance traveled for company reimbursements. You'll have a detailed report for each trip and the miles driven. You can also customize your nüvi by entering your car's fuel economy and the current price of gas.

Search for locations on Google Maps or Mapquest, then transfer the addresses directly to your Garmin GPS navigator.

Navigate by Photo with Garmin Connect Photos
Using Garmin's Connect Photos Web site, you can choose from millions of geo-located photos provided by Google's Panoramio photo sharing community and download them to the nüvi for a richer navigation experience using pictures as a guide.

  • Choose from Panoramio's collection of photos from around the world.
  • Easy to use interface displays photos on Google Maps.
  • Search for photos by location name or map area boundary.
  • Transfer photos directly from Garmin Connect to device with the Garmin Communicator.
  • View photos in Google Earth.
  • Supports Internet Explorer 6+, Firefox 2+, Safari 3+ on Windows and Mac.

Take It With You
The nüvi 1690 sports a sleek, slim design and fits comfortably in your pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for navigation by car or foot.

Additional Features

  • Speed limit indicator--unit displays speed limits for most major roads
  • DEM maps show you shaded terrain contours at zoom levels of five miles and above
  • Auto time zone--nüvi will automatically adjust your time zone while navigating
  • Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more
  • Built-in travel kit includes features such as picture viewer, world clock, currency and measurement converters and calculator
  • microSD memory card expansion slot for optional mapping and data storage
  • Includes Garmin Lock anti-theft feature
  • Configurable vehicle icons--allows users to select fun, customized car-shaped icons; download additional choices from www.garmingarage.com
  • Offers a 3-D mapping perspective, or 2-D overhead view
  • Built-in lithium-ion battery--lasts up to three hours depending on usage
  • Includes sturdy suction cup mount that allows for easy adjustment and quick release
  • Simplified PC connectivity, using USB mass storage, access either the microSD card slot or the unit's internal memory directly from your PC desktop
  • POI loader program--set up proximity alerts for school zones, create custom POIs and more

What's in the Box
nüvi 1690 preloaded with City Navigator North America NT, Vehicle suction cup mount, FM traffic receiver/vehicle power cable, Dashboard disc, Quick start manual

Which nüvi is Best for You?

Note: All nüvis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations.

Device
Screen Size inches (W x H)
Included Maps
Text-to-Speech (Directions in Real Street Names)
Traffic
Bluetooth
Media
FM Transmitter (audio through car stereo system)
Multi-Point Routing
Battery life (hours)
Cont. U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico
AK and Canada
Europe
nüvi 205 2.8 x 2.1
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 205w 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 255 2.8 x 2.1
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 255w 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 260w 3.81 x 2.25
 
Photos
up to 5
nüvi 265T 2.8 x 2.1
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 265WT 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 275T 2.8 x 2.1
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 285WT 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 3 months free);
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 465T 3.81 x 2.25
FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 755T 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos, MP3s
up to 4
nüvi 760 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos, MP3s
up to 5
nüvi 765T 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos, MP3s
up to 4
nüvi 775T 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos, MP3s
up to 4
nüvi 780 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 3 months free); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos, MP3s
up to 5
nüvi 785T 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 3 months free); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos, MP3s
up to 4
nüvi 850 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos, MP3s
up to 4
nüvi 855 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos, MP3s
up to 4
nüvi 885T 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 3 months free); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos, MP3s
up to 4
nüvi 1200 2.8 x 2.1
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 1250 2.8 x 2.1
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 1260T 2.8 x 2.1
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 1300 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 1350 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 1350T 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 1370T 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 1390T 3.81 x 2.25
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 1490T 4.4 x 2.5
MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic)
Photos
up to 4
nüvi 1690 3.81 x 2.25
NAVTEQ Traffic, 2 years free (Garmin nüLink! service)
Photos
up to 3

Product Details
  • Widescreen ultra-slim GPS design with 4.3-inch WQVGA touchscreen display and EDGE network connectivity
  • Pre-loaded with City Navigtor NT maps for North America, including more than 6 million name-searchable points of interest
  • Bluetooth wireless technology enables hands-free calling with a compatible phone; included traffic receiver provides North America traffic information
  • Pedestrian navigation capability enabled through optional CityXplorer maps
  • Enjoy 2 years of free access to Garmin's nüLink! Services like weather forecasts, flight status, white pages, and more

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