Garmin Nuvi 265WT did any one find out if it comes with updates at least once a year free? Also...in the description it seemslike it does comes with live traffic? I ordered the Nuvi 260W a little while ago...now confused? Garmin Nuvi 265WT did any one find out if it comes with updates at least once a year free? Also...in the description it seemslike it does comes with live traffic? I ordered the Nuvi 260W a little... » Read More Garmin Nuvi 265WT did any one find out if it comes with updates at least once a year free? Also...in the description it seemslike it does comes with live traffic? I ordered the Nuvi 260W a little while ago...now confused? « Show Less
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I can't see any difference between the 285WT & the 265WT other than the the 285 is cheaper. Anyone?
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The ads are how they are able to offer free lifetime traffic and only show up if you are using the FM traffic receiver. The ads are not too obtrusive. I tested the traffic feature in Southern California for a couple of weeks, but decided that it wasn't useful enough. I'd be interested if others have found it useful.
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I am also comparing the 265WT ($160) and the 285WT ($130). The main difference that i can see is the 285 has 9 months of free traffic - after that you can renew for $50 for 12 months more. The 265 has unlimited traffic. All traffic from MSN will cease in January 2012, but that is 2 years away.
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I think I read that the 265 has pop up ads when you come to a stop. The 285 does not. Any one know if this is true?
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Just an update - Because I didn't want to take the chance of getting the older v8, and then having to go to Garmin for the latest NT2008-v9, I ordered mine today from PC Nation.I placed my order over the phone, they were very helpful, and they confirmed they have the new version. PC Nation is selling it for $9.00 less than Amazon, and they offer free 3 day shipping. Because I'd like to get mine before Thursday/Friday of this week, I opted for overnight by DHL - they have a special of $11.00ish.I just checked online, and my Garmin 350 has shipped. I should be getting it by tomorrow around 3:00ish PM PST.If anyone is interested, I'll write back tomorrow to let you know about my new toy! Just an update - Because I didn't want to take the chance of getting the older v8, and then having to go to Garmin for the latest NT2008-v9, I ordered mine today from PC Nation.I placed my order over the phone, they were very helpful, and they confirmed they have the new version. PC Nation is selling it for $9.00 less than Amazon, and they offer free 3 day shipping. Because I'd like to get mine before Thursday/Friday of this week, I opted for overnight by DHL - they have a special of $11.00ish.I just checked online, and my Garmin 350 has shipped. I should be getting... » Read More Just an update - Because I didn't want to take the chance of getting the older v8, and then having to go to Garmin for the latest NT2008-v9, I ordered mine today from PC Nation.I placed my order over the phone, they were very helpful, and they confirmed they have the new version. PC Nation is selling it for $9.00 less than Amazon, and they offer free 3 day shipping. Because I'd like to get mine before Thursday/Friday of this week, I opted for overnight by DHL - they have a special of $11.00ish.I just checked online, and my Garmin 350 has shipped. I should be getting it by tomorrow around 3:00ish PM PST.If anyone is interested, I'll write back tomorrow to let you know about my new toy! « Show Less
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It comes with both Lifetime Maps and Lifetime Traffic. Be advised that if you are using Windows XP Media Center Edition, the updated will not download and install. Any later Windows version works just fine. Garmin customer support was extremely helpful in making the Map update go smoothly.
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To take the 5 answers so far, and chime in with my own answer. I am also looking at possibly buying this unit, and I did some searching around.Firmware updates for the radio (not including maps) are free from the JVC website. When a map update becomes available (there isn't one for this unit, yet) they will include it on the support page and forward you to Navteq (navigation com).http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/support/navi/nt500hdt/index.htmlUpdates for Similar (older models of JVC in-dash nav units) are $139. Looks like the updates come out about every 18 to 24 months. One example:http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/support/navi/nt1/us/index.html To take the 5 answers so far, and chime in with my own answer. I am also looking at possibly buying this unit, and I did some searching around.Firmware updates for the radio (not including maps) are free from the JVC website. When a map update becomes available (there isn't one for this unit, yet) they will include it on the support page and forward you to Navteq (navigation com).http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/support/navi/nt500hdt/index.htmlUpdates for Similar (older models of JVC in-dash nav units) are $139. Looks like the updates come out about every... » Read More To take the 5 answers so far, and chime in with my own answer. I am also looking at possibly buying this unit, and I did some searching around.Firmware updates for the radio (not including maps) are free from the JVC website. When a map update becomes available (there isn't one for this unit, yet) they will include it on the support page and forward you to Navteq (navigation com).http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/support/navi/nt500hdt/index.htmlUpdates for Similar (older models of JVC in-dash nav units) are $139. Looks like the updates come out about every 18 to 24 months. One example:http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/support/navi/nt1/us/index.html « Show Less
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Bob. Because Garmin updates maps 4 times per year, any Garmin model may or may not have the latest map. You are allowed 60 days after purchase to update your map (if needed) for free. I've owned and used several Garmins (one well over 4 years old) and have never updated a map yet (many people don't bother because the vast majority of the time a new map will have little or no effect on a person). However, if you must have the latest and greatest, Garmin offers a NuMap program for about 100 bucks, where you can download up to 4 map updates per year for the lifetime of your Nuvi.
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I just called Garmin. The person who answered the phone said that if you get a unit with V8 mapping data you will be sent a free update when they become available at the end of July 2007 [or maybe early August]. To get the free update, don't order it through ordinary channels. Call customer support and talk to a person. He reassured me that it won't matter who I happen to talk to when I call back; this is the new policy. It tool me 10 minutes to get through at 10:40AM PDT. As soon as they announce the update, at which point the rumor of the new policy will have spread far and wide, i'm sure wait times will increase, but there's a finite number of units covered so it'll settle down if you wait a week or so. They also told me to expect substantial improvements in the map data and POI data of V2008 over V8. This last statement, of course, should be taken with a grain of salt. -dk
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First of all the traffic update is active ONLY if you use the car adapter with the built-in FM traffic supplied with this unit. You also have to 'Web Update' your unit before using it. Go to this link http://www8.garmin.com/products/webupdater/howtoinstall.jspMost of the problems like locking up and/or unit weirdness can be fixed with this simple procedure.
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It is a continuously-updated feature, but not 100% accurate. The updates rely on what has been reported by state/county DOT sources, which are not 100% accurate. Therefore, sometimes you will find traffic jams from accidents, which may not be reported, or delay notifications on the Garmin which are not actually there (no construction on Sundays, for example). Needless to say, this is a newer technology that compliments your own common sense about traffic conditions.
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Not quite clear on what you mean. Essentially the update is supposed to give you new info that wasn't included in the previous data, like new streets or some that were previously excluded. One problem I have found is, that when trying to update maps, the system does not allow it, and Garmin will NOT answer when queried about it. VERY disappointing and to my thinking fraudulent (as it prevents me from getting my money's worth.)
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Well, it is the updated model...with the features mentioned, plus speed limits for major roads and an indication if you are exceeding it. The maps aren't up to date (at least on mine ordered in Oct. 2012) If you have a memory card that fits the unit you can upload new maps. I had to buy one. I found that (once I had the memory card) the first download of maps took less than an hour when I used the 800 number--unlike the 4 to 5 hours mentioned on line. (I had registered the GPS online.)
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There are lots of contradicting answers on the multiple threads. I spoke with Garmin Support and he recommended the 2577 SPECIFICALLY for this reason. The online description ( https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/on-the-road/automotive/2013-line/nuvi-2577lt/prod122520.html ) also lists both maps.William - If yours did not, it seems you overpaid because the 2597 is the same device at less money PLUS it has Lifetime Maps. Chas / Mark / D. - Do all of you have the device and physically confirmed it doe not have Europe? Again, this is counter what Garmin said to me about 1hr ago. There are lots of contradicting answers on the multiple threads. I spoke with Garmin Support and he recommended the 2577 SPECIFICALLY for this reason. The online description ( https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/on-the-road/automotive/2013-line/nuvi-2577lt/prod122520.html ) also lists both maps.William - If yours did not, it seems you overpaid because the 2597 is the same device at less money PLUS it has Lifetime Maps. Chas / Mark / D. - Do all of you have the device and physically confirmed it doe not have Europe? Again, this is counter what Garmin said to me... » Read More There are lots of contradicting answers on the multiple threads. I spoke with Garmin Support and he recommended the 2577 SPECIFICALLY for this reason. The online description ( https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/on-the-road/automotive/2013-line/nuvi-2577lt/prod122520.html ) also lists both maps.William - If yours did not, it seems you overpaid because the 2597 is the same device at less money PLUS it has Lifetime Maps. Chas / Mark / D. - Do all of you have the device and physically confirmed it doe not have Europe? Again, this is counter what Garmin said to me about 1hr ago. « Show Less
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The "maps" feature can be updated regularly by hooking it up to a computer and downloading the new map information. It appears that the memory inside the GPS does not have enough storage capacity for all of the map updates. At least that is what this person is saying was his/her experience. I haven't tried to update any maps yet, so I can't verify the Garmin's storage capacity. I can't imagine that it wouldn't have enough for at least one or two updates, but I have no personal knowledge.
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I bought the Nuvi 360 about a month ago. Since then there have been various software updates, and I also updated the 2008 maps that it shipped with to the 2009 maps for free. So far I'm happy, and as many of the Garmin units seem to share software updates, I don't think it being discontinued is an issue. Despite it being originally launched a few years ago, the software and maps bring it up to date. Although the trend seems to be towards the wide screen units, I quite like the compact size of the 360 and it offers bluetooth that many of the similar sized current models do not have. Plus the price of the 360 is very good due to it being discontinued - currently slightly better than what I paid just over a month ago. Considering most Streetpilots have been discontinued and how compact the Nuvi range is, I would suspect the 580 won't be manufactured much longer either anyway.
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In my opinion the map updates are nice, but not a big deal. I've seen that even with "current" maps, they will not always know about new subdivisions, and intersection traffic changes. i.e. it might take a few YEARS for their data to really get updated. The biggest annoyance to me is that after your first year runs out, the thing brings up a "your maps are out-of-date" warning that you have to hit "OK" to, each time you turn it on. This is basically just a "nag" so they can sell you a map update. Don't get me wrong -- I'd like to have the map updates -- just that is seems silly for them to charge a large amount for the update, when now the price of the GPS unit itself is now not much more than the price they charge for the "map update" feature. But if you find a good deal on a unit with map updates -- that's an extra bonus, and makes it a better deal. One thing: be warned that "lifetime traffic" is a totally different service -- it comes from a radio receiver in the cord (of some Garmin units) -- and in some cases, tells you traffic updates, but also puts advertisements on your screen. It has nothing to do with map updates, so be careful in reading the descriptions of what you're getting. All that said, I just got a 255WT (the Traffic add-on was from another retailer) and I am very happy with it. Even though it was produced sometime earlier in 2010, you do get ONE map update online from Garmin, so you can bring it up-to-date as of the time you first register it.
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Yes - and as an update this is still working great for me. Keep in mind though - the traffic updates are through your power cable supplied by nuvi. Its the cable itself that has the traffic receiver in it. So this will charge it and will position it but if you want traffic updates you have to use the original cable connected to a power source.
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To take the 5 answers so far, and chime in with my own answer. I am also looking at possibly buying this unit, and I did some searching around. Firmware updates for the radio (not including maps) are free from the JVC website. When a map update becomes available (there isn't one for this unit, yet) they will include it on the support page and forward you to Navteq (navigation com). http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/support/navi/nt500hdt/index.html Updates for Similar (older models of JVC in-dash nav units) are $139. Looks like the updates come out about every 18 to 24 months. One example: http://www3.jvckenwood.com/english/car/support/navi/nt1/us/index.html
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Thanks for the update, dsrussell. I'll take your advice and check out the review of the 765 that you mentioned at gpsmagazine.com. It's too bad that the folks at Garmin didn't include this info about the 765 in their owners manual. Must have been an oversight on their end. Again,thanks a bunch!