Keep 880, or return and wait for 885? I just got an 880, and can still return it - anyone know what the difference might be with the 885 beyond the lane assist and junction view features?
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I have a Garmin nuvi 880 too. I bought it in January. The only thing I wanted in it, which it didn't have, was lane assist. It didn't surprise me that Garmin came out with a new model shortly after I bought the top of the line, at the time. Once I heard about the Garmin nuvi 885/885T I did some research. The differences I found were few. First, the Garmin nuvi 885 and 885T, both, have lane assist. The Garmin nuvi 885 (without the "T" following it), however, doesn't have bluetooth capabilities. I intend to get a Garmin nuvi 885T in the near future.
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Same here, man. It was $2544. It jumped to $2700 and then $2850. I want to get it soon, but I don't trust those other external sites with their weird return policies. Anyone else know a reputable dealer that sells it for Amazon's previous price?
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I have both, I just got the Max in my car and the 9500ix went from my car to my wife's car to replace her old 8500. Both the 9500 and max work well, and they seem to pick up radar at the same distance and they both learn false alerts fast (usually three passes and they will lock out a radar). The max has color options, the 9500 is red or blue. they both sound fine when the unit tells you about red light cameras and speed traps. I would choose the Max just bcs it's newer, yep that's the only reason. The 9500 is awesome and has been super reliable, but the newer max is the next update (not upgrade, just update). I have both, I just got the Max in my car and the 9500ix went from my car to my wife's car to replace her old 8500. Both the 9500 and max work well, and they seem to pick up radar at the same distance and they both learn false alerts fast (usually three passes and they will lock out a radar). The max has color options, the 9500 is red or blue. they both sound fine when the unit tells you about red light cameras and speed traps. I would choose the Max just bcs it's newer, yep that's the only reason. The 9500 is awesome and has been super reliable, but the newer max is the next update (not... » Read More I have both, I just got the Max in my car and the 9500ix went from my car to my wife's car to replace her old 8500. Both the 9500 and max work well, and they seem to pick up radar at the same distance and they both learn false alerts fast (usually three passes and they will lock out a radar). The max has color options, the 9500 is red or blue. they both sound fine when the unit tells you about red light cameras and speed traps. I would choose the Max just bcs it's newer, yep that's the only reason. The 9500 is awesome and has been super reliable, but the newer max is the next update (not upgrade, just update). « Show Less
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It seems that some people are having other quality issues with some of the newer ones. The headlight is just the indicator of which version you have. I don't think it is a valuable feature in and of itself.
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Oh yeah. I have an 810. Works great. The turn by turn sometimes isn't all that but not a consequence of the added map. Probably a consequence of the device.
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I will definitely recommend Nuvi 370 over 270 because of several reasons. Text to speech is definitely very helpful believe me I have a Nuvi 200 which doesnot speak street names, which is sometimes very frustrating. I have missed turns which were very close to each other. Name of the street while driving in busy streets is surely very helpful. This would be even more helpful especially in Europe. Other features are worth the extra $70-$80. Live traffic, Bluetooth are amongst them. I will be buying 370 for my Europe trip pretty soon, just looking for the good price.
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I changed my opinion and bought the Magellan 1470, returned it, and bought the 755T. Look for my review on the 1470...Functionality over Usability. Annoyed me very much.So far VERY happy with the 755T, however, I'm about to go on a make it or break it trip with it. Not far but it will test the traffic capabilities. If I don't like the traffic the 755T will go back to Amazon and I may go back to the idea of the 760. However I'm so far very impressed with the 755T, as I should be given the price point.
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I considered the 1490, but I don't need the bluetooth or traffic. I ended up buying the nuvi 865T and am happy with it. Some problems getting updates on the Garmin website. Also POI's were available for download on my old 265 e.g. Kauai, but none for the 800 series.
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I recently bought the 285 WT and have been having the same problem. It is extremely frustrating and annoying especially when you are driving in cities where you haven't been and goes off at the right moment. I had very bad experience and would probably stay away from this model.
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Hello,I just got a 1490T. Please excuse my ignorance, but I decided on that unit for the traffic feature as I commute over 35 miles each way. Thing is, I can't find a description anywhere that tells me what I need to do to have access to just the traffic info i.e. do I need to have the GPS active even when I don't need it - I know how to get to my office, for example. I'm a bit confused......Regards,Barry
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yep - i agree - i ALMOST ordered it last night...glad I didn't. even more interesting will be the price they'll have when it's offered by amazon direct - i am still trying to decide between the 765T and the 265 WT, which, by the way has become 7 bucks cheaper than last night !!!MediaHub - i feel like we will both end up with a good in-car nav - let's keep in touch here and try to make a good decision. www.gpsrmagazine.com has a great review/analysis of 265WT and 765T...
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Hi TechExplorer, do you know when will out ? I have plan to buy 885T but some bad review, I will wait new model.Thank you
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I'm trying to decide & in comparing both models, I DO see more than a Bluetooth difference, if it matters to anyone: The 1490LMT has the lane assist function, but takes it one step further, in that it will show a real view of the lane you need to be in AND it shows all the highway signs that you will see up ahead, with the signs where you need to go Highlighted, and the signs you Don't want, dimmed I do NOT want Bluetooth, but just having gotten lost in Queens NY yesterday, both upon going in AND heading out, this particular feature would have helped greatly, as I just couldn't find my way onto the Triboro Bridge when leaving the area of Queens where I had visited. We have GPS in out new car, but I didn't have access to that car yesterday; all the more reason to put a GPS in the old car, and a 1490LMT is what it'll be!
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Well, it is the updated model...with the features mentioned, plus speed limits for major roads and an indication if you are exceeding it. The maps aren't up to date (at least on mine ordered in Oct. 2012) If you have a memory card that fits the unit you can upload new maps. I had to buy one. I found that (once I had the memory card) the first download of maps took less than an hour when I used the 800 number--unlike the 4 to 5 hours mentioned on line. (I had registered the GPS online.)
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Its the same! It could be that the higher price one is a version thaats a year newer that may have brand new roads.I would not trust it because there are no buyers for that one. Its probably the same. Stick with the one I got. You will be very happy. Safe trip Jerry Steve A.
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I didn't buy a GPS yet. Maybe I'll ask Santa for one. I think I would buy the 265w.The refurb. price is right, around $90.00 . The reviews are 4+ stars. Ckt. City hada new one for $90. ,plus postage I think. I was hoping Consumer Report would havean updated report on Gps's in Dec., but none. I don't know what a 765 even sellsfor. I don't drive much anyway. But, I think I would use it. Thanks for asking.
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I have 305 and I decided not to buy the new 405 because:a) I am using the 305 while kayaking (it is waterproof to 1 m) and I fear 405 is not;b) When running in a new area or city I can use the basic map of the 305 to backtrack (very useful when you are lost! ) and I read a post from the developers that the 405 does not have even the crude maps that 305 has and that basically sealed the deal fore me.