Is Nextar C3 bt capable? According to Circuit City's site, it is bt capable, http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Specifications-of-Nextar-C3-GPS-Navigation-C3/sem/rpsm/oid/188414/rpem/ccd/productDetailSpecification.do#tabshowever, neither amazon nor nextar' own site mentions it. If it is not, which gps in that same price range has bt capability (meaning I can use its internal speaker and microphone to talk on my cell phone?) Is Nextar C3 bt capable? According to Circuit City's site, it is bt capable, http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Specifications-of-Nextar-C3-GPS-Navigation-C3/sem/rpsm/oid/188414/rpem/ccd/prod... » Read More Is Nextar C3 bt capable? According to Circuit City's site, it is bt capable, http://www.circuitcity.com/ssm/Specifications-of-Nextar-C3-GPS-Navigation-C3/sem/rpsm/oid/188414/rpem/ccd/productDetailSpecification.do#tabshowever, neither amazon nor nextar' own site mentions it. If it is not, which gps in that same price range has bt capability (meaning I can use its internal speaker and microphone to talk on my cell phone?) « Show Less
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No, it has neither Bluetooth nor Text-To-Speech. Circuit City's site is incorrect.
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We just ordered this GPS, and it is definitely the 2555LM. The photo also shows the screen used for voice commands. This model does NOT have voice commands. It speaks street names and instructions, but it does NOT take voice commands from the operator.
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I am thinking about purchasing one and have looked at many reviews for all Garmin GPS's. My main concern is that I want the bluetooth since the law about using hands free to talk on your cell phone starts next month. I have come to find out that you can get the C550 street pilot for a lot cheaper then any of the Nuvis with bluetooth. The only bad thing ive found is the street pilot is a bit bulkier, but if I am going to save $200, I dont mind the bulk...think im gonna go with the street pilot C550.
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thanks for your time.i m bit afraid as i have seen 50-50 review (issue like sudden close or crash,trafic info,) on 1490 model and i have ordered the same.one cant test immediately the gps -like go fr diff. route or go for 1000 miles long drives..Not sure how it is working with latest firmware 4.60http://www.tramsoft.ch/gps/garmin_nuvi1490t-firmware-upgrades_en.htmli m not sure if it can be charging and same time use in car.
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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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Why does this get such negative reviews? Seems logical to get the most recent model in most tech things. We're buying our first gps, and need europe maps. Is the 765, 775, or 275 better?
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The C340 has "full" spoken directions as well. It will read the street names and exit numbers to you.The C330 only tells you to "turn left" and so on, although it does display the names/exits at the top.
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No. It's wifi capable though. However I do not recommend this GPS for many reasons. I wouldn't pay more than $200 for it if you could find one that cheap. I have this product and I am very disappointed. Good luck.
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Thank you. Sounds good. Now I want to find it in combo with the NuMaps Lifetime. Nuvi combo have the NuMaps Lifetime for $50 extra, but I can't find this with a combo yet.----------------Garmin said the one with lifetime update for maps (3790LMT) would be out in September, keep checking their website. Said the cost was $499.99. I hate to spend that money, but am getting the voice activated one for safety reasons. Said it was shipped to Best Buy, but I can find it only in Canada...
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I can tell you. there is a Bluetooth symble. In.the Setting. But. I did. not try it. The. "builtin GPS is nothing more than Google Maps. So I. Wouldn't count on the Bluetooth being much different.
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That's a good question... the seller I bought mine from doesn't exist anymore. The current Amazon seller is IWINW, maybe they have an online website you can download from. Most of the reviews I've read are negative, but mine works fine. The trick is getting it started correctly out of the box, the programs are there... you just need to find the right start-up file and then it will start-up correctly every time after that. It is made in another country and it doesn't work like any of the standard brand GPS units... Magellan, Garmin, TomTom,...
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the mio c320 is better for intermediate to advanced users, and the tomtom is really made for novices (grandpa, mom who doesn't know how to use computers very well, etc.). the c320 can be customized to a great extent, and alot more poi's can be added. the tomtom lacks these customization features. in my opinion, this is the selling point for the unit. the price (if you can get it for less than 200) is another one. i got it for $150 on black friday, but i've seen it sold for $170 recently (around christmas time). i do not know how much the unit costs now, however.
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I'm sorry but I don't know. I sent my BC20 back because the video was very poor, even in close proximity to the receiver. I understand that Garmin has made some recent improvements in this system but I don't know the latest owner evaluations. Good luck with your purchase.
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yes, at a cost. you can preview it at their website. I have this an love this gps.
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I ordered the Garmin nuvi 255 for $179 from Amazon and Garmin nuvi 265T for the same price from tigerdirect.I have read very good review for the 255 but some negative for the 265 T such as the speaker is not good for bluetooth.Is the speaker for the text to voice the same quality for both unit?Am I able to buy a cable for the 255 if I have the GTM25 FM cable for the 265t?Is the quality the same for both except the 265t has the bluetooth and the live traffic?Is it best to buy the 265T because they are both the same price?Please answer soon as I will need to return or not accept one unit. I ordered the Garmin nuvi 255 for $179 from Amazon and Garmin nuvi 265T for the same price from tigerdirect.I have read very good review for the 255 but some negative for the 265 T such as the speaker is not good for bluetooth.Is the speaker for the text to voice the same quality for both unit?Am I able to buy a cable for the 255 if I have the GTM25 FM cable for the 265t?Is the quality the same for both except the 265t has the bluetooth and the live traffic?Is it best to buy the 265T because they are both the same price?Please answer... » Read More I ordered the Garmin nuvi 255 for $179 from Amazon and Garmin nuvi 265T for the same price from tigerdirect.I have read very good review for the 255 but some negative for the 265 T such as the speaker is not good for bluetooth.Is the speaker for the text to voice the same quality for both unit?Am I able to buy a cable for the 255 if I have the GTM25 FM cable for the 265t?Is the quality the same for both except the 265t has the bluetooth and the live traffic?Is it best to buy the 265T because they are both the same price?Please answer soon as I will need to return or not accept one unit. « Show Less
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I don't see why some make a big fuss about the C330 nat having the capability of speaking the name of the street you need to turn onto. The fact that the C330 does display the street name at the top of the screen is adequate in most cases. The route indicator on the map itself has a large red arrow that is continually showing your route and exactly where to turn. With an accuracy of something like 50 feet, I don't see where it is such a necessity to have to have the thing tell you the street name when it's time to make a turn.
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This really isn't a reply to your post but a question. I have been looking into getting a Garmin Nuvi 350. Does anyone know what the differences are with that one and the C550? I know there is a big difference in price and wondered if the Nuvi would be a good choice for basic GPS. I really want the voice with street names.