I see it says it has lifetime traffic does that mean maps an traffic?
1971557
Some places have no signal most of the country is covered . The traffic may be in and out .
827938
All models with the "t" suffix use the ad-based "free" traffic feature. I do not find them a bother whatsoever (YMMV). Matter-of-fact, I rarely see them, especially when driving, and it's something that does not take any user input (you won't have to mess with the touch screen). After I've reached my destination an ad will pop up, but usually I've already turned my Nuvi off. Occasionally, I'll actually read the ad out of curiosity. If you hate the ads, just turn off the traffic component via tools / settings / navigation / avoidances (and uncheck traffic).
2047064
the LMT designation stands for lifetime maps and traffic. so if one of them only has LM your only getting lifetime maps if it has LMT you're getting lifetime maps and traffic updates.
658141
I guess I've never had the traffic status on. It has diverted me around high traffic areas without telling me that was what it was doing and I have never seen any ads on the GPS. It does show heavy traffic areas in red, medium traffic in yellow and smooth sailing in green.
1933825
No but you can purchase map upgrades ONE TIME from Garmin that are good for the life of the Unit. It does come with lifetime traffic though.
122816
If you are talking about 340TM unit (Lifetime Maps and Traffic), it does not have the Live services capability. The traffic on the 340TM unit comes through an RDS/FM receiver which is built into the car power supply. According to my experience, the traffic information is quite useful, e.g., it avoided closed roads in Boston. I have seen slow traffic reported only on highways but never on local roads (however, I've only used the unit for 2 days).
894391
no this one wont work as well as one with "traffic" will. the designation will be LMT which stands for Lifetime Maps and Traffic
541688
It included lifetime maps when new. I don't know if that would transfer if the unit were sold to someone who tried to re-register it. The map updates come 4 times per year and need to be done with the gps hooked up to an internet connected computer.
1962659
According to the item listing traffic is lifetime with no additional charges. Since I've only had the unit for less than 3 months I can't verifiy how long it will really last... so far, so good. To this point I have only gotten one traffic warning.
1444847
The "T" stands for traffic. You get life time traffic reports with the "T" version. The downside is that ads pop up on the screen during the traffic alerts. One reviewer mentioned that sometimes there are no alerts in "dead zones", and that unnecessary re-routing resulting from erroneous alerts can add more time to the drive. Hope this helps.
2047065
55lm is lifetime map updates 55lmt is lifetime map updates and traffic notification
759881
The unit is designed to get up to date information on delays and possible detours. The benefit of this model is there is no subscription or fee for this service as it has lifetime maps and traffic.
139779
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.
1374076
Yes, it tells the speed on the road, and the speed you are currently going.
2047062
LM: Free Life Time Map Updates. Garmin GPS units with LM on its model number means once you buy the device, you will also get a free life time map updates service, which can always keep our map update-to-date. and LMT, means Life Time Map and Traffic Updates. You will have free life time map and traffic updates service when you buy Garmin GPS with LMT signed. LMT vs LM, the better one is LMT, because LMT adds free traffic updates. I googled it.
1879862
Yes - provided you have updated the data base that shows known traffic hazards. This data base is dependent upon user input and Bel's information, but overall it seems to be very accurate. Of course if there is a new red-light camera installed then it may not be listed - but really running red lights is not a great idea for longevity of life.
78412
I dont think you can really visualize that though. I'm guessing that the location is constantly being updated in your system but the screen/map might not reflect that. Also i think it depends on your resolution and the aspect of your current screen (ie, how detailed is the map being shown, is it in a street view or is it in a city view, etc). It wouldn't make sense if you are in a "zoomed-out" view and your car icon is constantly (2,3 times in a second) being refreshed and moves. Unless you are driving at like 200mph or using your GPS on an airplane...