Hi, wich program is the GPS? (Garmin, Tom Tom, Navi....) Thanks for your answer!!!
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The unit utilizes NavTeq for navigation. I have had units made by Garmin and Magellan; this one works just as well, if not better. Like all the others, the navigation will sometimes have you take unnecessary turns rather than instructing you to make a u-turn, depending on which direction your vehicle is pointing when navigation begins. This unit recognizes some connector streets that the others somehow don't recognize. I am satisfied with the navigation.
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It's a navi....I had a farm in before this and what a difference..I live in Florida and this is spot on for location. And I really like how it goes to night mode automatically when you turn on your headlights. Great gps
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I'm surprised no one has given you a suggestion. On the off chance you are still looking, I'll add a comment or two. Obviously, any of the units you have listed "could" do the job very well (I've heard good and bad things about each of them). Multiple routing (which my unit doesn't have) would be very nice to have if it's implemented properly. I originally wanted the Magellan because I liked its features better than the others (especially the AAA feature), but didn't want to take a chance (their customer support is terrible). And any unit that allows you to exclude/avoid a road is a good one to get. The Nuvi 200 really is a basic unit and has no Text-to-Speech (which I prefer even though some names are butchered). The 200 also comes with only the lower 48 states (adding Canada can get very expensive), so I would suggest the 250 or 260 (the 260 has TTS). The newer 260W (wide-screen) is probably priced too high right now. As far as ease of use, they all work similarly, but Garmins are probably the easiest and most logical (with Magellan a close second). TomTom will give you many more customizable options, plus has Mapshare (a really great idea). No matter what you decide to get, I'm sure you will be pleased. Just remember that they all have various quirks (even the big, expensive models).
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I bought a TomTom XXL 540TM 5 Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator in 2011 and it did have this feature if I remember correctly. It quit working when I tried to do a map update so I can't double check for you but I remember using this feature.
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What computer is it? Mine worked fine and actually installs the garmin software. Are you administrator on your PC? You might also try and instal the garmin software first. Download it from the garmin website. Good luck.
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It's called Garmin express. It is the same program you use to update maps and software.
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Ok. I've looked into this just a little further. You have to buy a GPS that accepts "City Navigator, North America", which is an add-on map on a micro SD card. It's 79.00 from Garmin.
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All I can tell you is that I haven't used Microsoft strrets and trips with anything else. I use is as it was packaged and it works every time. After you find your destination(s) the program works although you loose a sat. connection, as with GPS, and you can continue to follow the route. Why do you need another program IF you have streets and trips? also if you already have streets and trips, microsoft will answer that question for you for free.
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Scott, I appreciate that you asked this, because I am doing the same comparison. I have not made a choice, but I am leaning toward the TomTom one because of price, and it (currently) has the most up-to-date map. I also found this comparison article here: http://www.sciuridae.co.uk/tomtom_one_v3_vs_garmin_nuvi_200.htm - A plus for the TomTom is price for the features, but it has a short battery life and does not come with an A/C charger, only the cigarette lighter thingy. The Garmin is higher priced, but has better graphics. From what I have read so far, both are excellent choices.
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You can call Garmin and have them talk you through it. The technicians are very thorough and patient. You can also get information when you register your unit.
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Big time thanks!!!!! TTS worked. I changed voice to Brittish English and didn't chose the TTS. It was my mistake. I will have to contack Garmin about the error message. Thanks again!!!!!!
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You need to use the garmin virb edit software. If you download the video through the regular windows or imovie software you will loose the GPS info. Use only the virb edit software!
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Same thing here. After their troubleshooting instructions (or anything I could find online) didn't work, they suggested that their crappy firmware update just "brought out some pre-existing hardware fault," and then wanted $75 to fix it. No, thank you.Don't buy a Garmin, they will just try to explain away their own mistakes.
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My first time on this site. I have had several experiences with the GPS instruments an truely the GARMIN Is what I replaced the TomTom with. Toms are good, Garmin's are excellent.
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I would suggest you do the system update right away. I used mine for a trip from Baltimore to Toronto, and I definitely should have done the update (because there are now roadways which weren't there a few years ago when this model released). Do the updates and your Garmin will work better than ever.
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There must be differences depending on when you buy. I got the unit itself, a window mount bracklet, a USB cable and a car charger cable which also gives live traffic updates. However I would NEVER buy or recommend TomTom. For the past year or more their after sales service sucks, there is none. Go to Garmin. After 15 years with TomTom I changed and it's a welcome relief.Cheers.
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I have inserted the garmin gps but it is yet to start working. I am not sure whether it works or not and then comes the question of working with a specific model...:)
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I emailed National Geographic and they indicated that their Topo Software in it's current version will work with this Garmin unit. I ordered it and am waiting for delivery.I doubt Garmin is embedding code to stop 3rd party software from working. They probably have a new format and older versions of Topo Software are not suitable.