Does this refurbished unit get the FREE lifetime map and traffic updates?
2047582
Yes it does, you get both Maps and Traffic updates for life! Also, the car charger is also the traffic receiver. This unit works GREAT!
1496699
I have found that traffic updates are only in larger cites. The Garmin will receive them they are there.
757326
I bought factory refurbished and i satisfied with the quality and to update the map just visit the website and connect your device when you install the application, it will guide you to update your map immediately.
630380
I'm not a tester and don't own the unit (not yet anyway), but I've been checking it out... yes, the monthly service is $10-13 after the initial 3 month free period expires. Based on my experience with other units, this is about the same as the cost of one or more map updates per year that other vendors charge for, but the service includes more ... so for me, this will not be a big concern.
2272330
Yes, it does have traffic updates. However it is difficult to determine the accuracy of those traffic reports, because conditions are constantly changing, so by the time you arrive at the area that had an earlier-displayed slowdown, you'll never know if things cleared up or got worse moments before you arrived at the location. After driving ~6000 miles on a northeastern road trip last summer (areas with lots of traffic), my impression is that the traffic updates were largely accurate and helpful. Oh, by the way, we didn't get traffic capabilities that require extra equipment or subscriptions. We just got the basic model.
1500451
Mine has free map upgrades for life, not sure if that is what you are asking though.
1655955
Nope. The app and all updates are FREE. They have updated every few months and have tweaked features based upon customer feedback.
908662
This gps has lifetime maps so you get 2 upgrades a year for free. No other fees at all.
63771
I didn't find any obsolete road information, but for businesses the data was so unreliable that I gave up using it. Of course, the lack of free updates made the maps useless, too, eventually, and I ended up giving the Roadmat to my grandson as a toy and got a Garmin unit, which has free updates.
2235722
Yes! These are very new units. If additional updates / fixes are available, they can be downloaded for free. Feel free to call us directly with any questions. We'll be happy to help.
2272326
It does have traffic updates, but in certain cities. Unfortunately traffic does not work in the City I live in. So that feature is useless to me.
487472
This GPS has 2 ways of getting traffic updates. The FM receiver in the power cord needs no subscription. It updates on fewer roads and at @15 min intervals. The GPS also has a built-in receiver that updates every 2 minutes and on more roads. This second traffic update feature requires the "Live" subscription. Chris
630378
Map updates are rarely needed for the lifetime of the GPS... I would NEVER EVER pay a monthly fee... Ripp-off
213154
I have lifetime FREE updates of software and maps. I'm very happy with the GPS. I just want to re-find that wonderful screen again.
479522
Yes, it will come with the map, but not lifetime update. All wires and harnesses, GPS antenna are included, and it plug and play, no need to cut wires.
997202
not really a subscription fee. certain models and stores offer lifetime maps with the unit but don't assume it comes with lifetime maps. Do not buy the traffic adapter. Its worthless.
1974510
If you have purchased the Nuvi with lifetime updates you will need to log into Garmin and connect your Nuvi to the site to update all maps which will have road changes it does not automatically update. You can purchase an HD live traffic & automatic updater from Garmin. The new Garmin line of GPS does offer it and updates automatically.