can someone pls tell me how old is the loaded map? The date of map in "About" section. Thanks.
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I think it is at least 3 years old based on when I bought mine and downloaded the map for it.
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I just bought 255w at Amazon but it shipped by another vendor and I just found out It did not have a new map version.How do I update the map(package did not have USB cable and where can I find the Usb cable) I thought If I buy it from Amazon web site all GPS should go with new map.I'm confuse.I need some experts to help me out. Thanks,
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Question for you: Have you contacted BOSS Tech Support about getting an updated MapMicroSD card yet? There is a known issue with the factory sent card and they are sending out updated Map SD card at no charge. I am still waiting for my replacement to arrive but maybe it gives an ealier warning to upcoming turns. I am hoping so at least as I too saw the same late warning you are describing.
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I called the customer service, couple of days ago, she said the map is available on the next day. If you do a google search you can find it about $99. It is on a SD card just as other maps.
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Kinda, but it's not updated very frequently. So, the restaurants will be what was there when the map was made. The map says it was updated last year, but the restaurants are the ones from 5 years ago.It's good enough to get around.
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So what about the Lifetime Map Updates? Some of the more recent reviews make it seem like they are no longer functioning. Is this true? And how old is this model/when was it first released? Thanks in advance!Edit: Thought I'd add that I just bought an XL 335 SE from Wal-Mart on Black Friday for $80. It works well, but it seems like this would be a significant upgrade from that model for only $10 more! Tell me if I'm wrong!
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Maps for North America are already installed. They need to be updated periodically (~once a year) but the unit should come ready to use.
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I updated the maps once after purchasing the device as new version of the maps were available. Did not encounter any restriction on the no. of times I could do that. Also the documentation says that it is free for the 'usable' life of the device i.e. until the device can support the newer versions of the map either in the sense of its capability or storage space.
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My Via 1500 came brand new with lifetime maps. From day 1 the web site said it was expired. I download peripheral stuff but as far as I know the maps are not included. They do offer an update for $70. Thanks!"My Tom Tom" is the software for the 1500. "Tom Tom Home" will not work.I tried to deal with Tom Tom support but got nowhere. Good luck
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Hi this is trelectronic. Thank yoif your question. I provide update information for youThere is website address that you can download map updates. The unit included 2013 worldwide map.
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I am really wanting this unit, but worried about the "refurb/new" thing ... should I be concerned? were you guys able to update maps on ALL those that suspected "used"? ... should I go ahead and get it ??
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Should you receive a unit with the older maps:Several of us who received the older v. 8 maps have been promised the new v. 2008 maps at no charge when the DVD is available. Can't promise, but Garmin was very nice to me about getting the map updates. I contacted techsupp, but others have also contacted product support with success. Hopefully Garmin has changed their policy to provide the map updates for free now, if you've purchased since the new version started shipping.
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I order it for my frend . It is not mine. But i have seen only USA and Canada maps. I dont know if it is posible to use it anywhere else. Or may be update maps.
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G Malley, V2008 is the new version number they use from 2008 and after. v8 is the old map. So yours has the latest map. Great news Rebecca, thanks for sharing the news. I am glad that Garmin does listen to customers' complain so they change the policy. That's what a good company should do.Cheers
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Not sure but email the seller. They were very helpful. The map works great out of the box.
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Turned if off and restart, may need to try a few times. My problem is that the map is too outdated in Oklahoma City. Don't know whether other users have the same problem when their areas develop fast.
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Just checked the map date - It's 2013. I used it last summer (2013) and went thru some really small towns (place called Gubio) and it always got me where I was suppose to go without a hitch. I was quite impressed.