if i buy the lifetime maps and traffic? will it work in egypt? and how does it work in the desert if i go on a safari? in the life time maps and traffic?
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many times the lifetime traffic and maps only refers to the maps in North America. There are options on the Garmin website to buy additional maps (Northern Africa, Southern Africa, Egypt, etc) for an additional fee usually around $99.00.
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No, this model does not support maps of Europe. There is at least one current Garmin model (Nuvi 2577LT) that does come with preloaded maps of both North America and Europe, but while it comes with lifetime traffic, it does not come with lifetime map updates (although it may be possible to purchase lifetime map update subscriptions for it - I don't know). When I travel to Europe I bring with me my (nearly obsolete) Nuvi 1370, for which I have a subscription to lifetime maps for both North America and (at least Western) Europe. In general for Nuvi model numbers, an "LT" suffix signifies lifetime traffic and "LMT" signifies lifetime traffic and map updates. I believe the "7" in the tens column of the model number signifies transatlantic (maps of both America and Europe).
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The lifetime maps option also has the points of interest icon where you can use it to locate lodging, dining, fuel etc. Good luck!
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I have not yet even started using it in London, yet, leave alone outside UK. Sorry, I am unable to help you at this point. I may need that sort of help when I start using the world map when I visit Uganda and Zanzibar early next year. I wish I could help.
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It comes with lifetime maps you will have to update it with their website. Thank you
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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.
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I would update the maps when you purchase it. I am still using mine with a few small glitches in the maps and it isn't a big deal, but I would update them if I were going to Europe. When I was in Italy in 2012 they worked flawless!
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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).
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When I emailed NG, the person responded that their software works with the 60CSx. Just one week ago I first tried to download the maps into it and found that it can not be done. I emailed back a complaint and they indicated, as you did, that it only will transfer routes and waypoints. This screwed up my opportunity to use it on a vacation from which I just returned. So, I guess I'd better change my review so I don't give someone else the same misinformation.Sorry for any confusion. I was mislead by NG.
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the person who said he was never offered european updates must have not asked when he had his european maps loaded. Mine is now 7 years old, much abused and may have just failed today. The reason that I am visiting now. It doesn't have enough internal memory to handle both map sets, but there is a slot for a memory card. Plug one in and all will be well. I get off the plane turn it on and it asks for the other set. I say yes and it happens.
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I still use and love mine and much prefer over any cellphone with Google maps. ( Why does google show streets in pale grey against a bright white background? And why do they use tiny fonts, the size of ant droppings?) Easier to use and much easier to read, easier to see where you are going and need to go. The main thing I would check up on is speedcam, and red light cam, speed trap notifications and real time POI updates. If you have lifetime map updates your part of the way there. I think newer units have advanced features.One feature the 370 has that some newer units lack is bicycle routes. I still use and love mine and much prefer over any cellphone with Google maps. ( Why does google show streets in pale grey against a bright white background? And why do they use tiny fonts, the size of ant droppings?) Easier to use and much easier to read, easier to see where you are going and need to go. The main thing I would check up on is speedcam, and red light cam, speed trap notifications and real time POI updates. If you have lifetime map updates your part of the way there. I think newer units have advanced features.One feature the 370 has that some newer units lack is bicycle... » Read More I still use and love mine and much prefer over any cellphone with Google maps. ( Why does google show streets in pale grey against a bright white background? And why do they use tiny fonts, the size of ant droppings?) Easier to use and much easier to read, easier to see where you are going and need to go. The main thing I would check up on is speedcam, and red light cam, speed trap notifications and real time POI updates. If you have lifetime map updates your part of the way there. I think newer units have advanced features.One feature the 370 has that some newer units lack is bicycle routes. « Show Less
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I had the europe maps loaded. I used it to travel all over the UK, a bit of France and Germany. Got back to the US and had the US maps loaded. Not a bad sat nav but be very careful of the settings. Going down the autobahn, carriageway, and freeways, it would act stupid and have me exit the freeway, drive in a side road for no reason and then back on the freeway. It's advertised as being able to walk around with playing tourist, but the battery sucks. I would go with garmin again but a more updated version. The flip up antenna is antiquated and gets in the way. There are better models out there. I had the europe maps loaded. I used it to travel all over the UK, a bit of France and Germany. Got back to the US and had the US maps loaded. Not a bad sat nav but be very careful of the settings. Going down the autobahn, carriageway, and freeways, it would act stupid and have me exit the freeway, drive in a side road for no reason and then back on the freeway. It's advertised as being able to walk around with playing tourist, but the battery sucks. I would go with garmin again but a more updated version. The flip up antenna is antiquated and gets in the way. There are better models out... » Read More I had the europe maps loaded. I used it to travel all over the UK, a bit of France and Germany. Got back to the US and had the US maps loaded. Not a bad sat nav but be very careful of the settings. Going down the autobahn, carriageway, and freeways, it would act stupid and have me exit the freeway, drive in a side road for no reason and then back on the freeway. It's advertised as being able to walk around with playing tourist, but the battery sucks. I would go with garmin again but a more updated version. The flip up antenna is antiquated and gets in the way. There are better models out there. « Show Less
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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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Hello Jazz1, To get real-time traffic information on all new TomTom GO models you do indeed use your smartphone to connect to the TomTom Traffic services. To be clear, your smartphone is NOT required for navigation purposes at all, it is only used when gathering traffic information in your area. You do not need to be connected to a smartphone to use the GPS and navigation features, it's only if you want the latest traffic information while driving. Depending on your cellular provider your coverage may vary by location. However, the GO device updates the latest traffic in your area every 2 minutes. Therefore, if you happen to be driving in an area where cellular service is going in and out, you might not even notice since your device will still have the last traffic information it received and will get the latest update once your phone connects again. The GO device will provide you a picture of the traffic within a 1 hour drive, and provide you a route around it (i.e. the fastest route) whenever there is traffic between you and your destination. The GO 500 includes a lifetime subscription to TomTom Traffic so you'll never have to worry about paying for this advanced traffic service in the future. Additionally, the new GO models all come with lifetime maps getting you 4 map updates per year for the lifetime of your device. Hope this information helps! Let us know in case of other questions.
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I can't tell you if it's current, but after 4 months' use, I haven't gotten lost or punched in an address that wasn't known. There are updates to the maps, but no they aren't lifetime. I believe 1 or 2 months after you register the product w/clarion.com. The updating process isn't clear and directions aren't helpful. In fact, I haven't updated mine.
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Thanks a lot, Rossi! Will be working on them shortly.BTW, what about the map application that comes with 08? because I'm stuck trying to figure out how to make any use of it... Any have the experience of downloading maps from the web and make it work MANNUALLy? because direct downloading and installing seems impossible!!! Thanks!Josh
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The lifetime maps refer to NA only. But what if one uses a Garmin unit with lifetime maps in a part of the world not supported by those maps, does one still get annoying advertisements on the unit? I use my GPS in Africa most of the time and in North America about 10% of the time. In Africa, I suggest the Tracks4Africa maps for Garmin units (downloadable or on micro SD) from http://tracks4africa.co.za/. They update their maps 2x a year. T4A maps are best (IMHO) for rural and off-road driving. Cities have less detail and accuracy.