How current are the maps on this product, current or do I need to purchase an update also?
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The maps are current, however, there are several minor mistakes. Restaurant's are not always where they are supposed to be on the map. The staff in Kansas City is excellent as far as when you need help. I have called on two occasions and have got all the help I needed. The learning curve is slow, because you have to learn how the programming is for shortest distance or fastest way. Voice command can be very frustrating. For not commonly known places, it is very difficult for it to pick up. I have had to manually put in names or addresses. With all of the minor problems, I wouldn't buy a different brand. I have heard from people I know in stores that sell it, that the brand has the least returns. The maps are current, however, there are several minor mistakes. Restaurant's are not always where they are supposed to be on the map. The staff in Kansas City is excellent as far as when you need help. I have called on two occasions and have got all the help I needed. The learning curve is slow, because you have to learn how the programming is for shortest distance or fastest way. Voice command can be very frustrating. For not commonly known places, it is very difficult for it to pick up. I have had to manually put in names or addresses. With all of the minor problems, I wouldn't buy a... » Read More The maps are current, however, there are several minor mistakes. Restaurant's are not always where they are supposed to be on the map. The staff in Kansas City is excellent as far as when you need help. I have called on two occasions and have got all the help I needed. The learning curve is slow, because you have to learn how the programming is for shortest distance or fastest way. Voice command can be very frustrating. For not commonly known places, it is very difficult for it to pick up. I have had to manually put in names or addresses. With all of the minor problems, I wouldn't buy a different brand. I have heard from people I know in stores that sell it, that the brand has the least returns. « Show Less
469603
Not sure, because the one I bought is lifetime maps also :( I recommend you to get a lifetime maps Garmin
469604
if you buy a garmin recently, it has a lifetime of updates for the maps it has preinstalled or that you purchased as an addition. careful of secondary markets, they may sell maps that are static and not updatable.
469605
As far as I can tell, the maps are current. You get regular updates after you register your GPS (just log in with it connected to your computer).
443890
No, and I am considering purchasing a new GPS unit that does include lifetime map updates. It won't cost much more than buying new maps for this one. most directions are fine, but there are some changes since 2010 when I bought it and I would update if I could.
1372067
I think they made the map system years ago, but they have updates that make it current, you can download for free.
1128180
Hi Kwilt. Fellow Cheesehead here (Waukesha). Very glad to see 2009 map version shipping with these. Saves me time and hassle. Guess I should have left mine at 'free shipping' instead of next day :-)I'm interested in the SW version that comes with it. Is it 4.5 or something else? Thanks!Mike D
828119
I have just bought a Tomtom XL from Amazon. The SW told me my map is up to date, yet, I know the map was released at 2007. Instead of going thru the tool->latest map guarantee menu, I went to other menu to purchase the map, the message said my map is 5 quarter behind and then when I tried to purchase, it showed the version of the map available to my system is at 8.xxx.I will have to call Tomtom tomorrow to find out what's going on.
1444797
Normal no, pay to update maps yearly if you want to. I have operated with mine for 5years and have only done 1 map upgrade. So free to operate except the one map upgrade.
13607
I have recently been in touch with Pioneer about this and to date they don't have a map upgrade available. Seems weird since the maps are getting fairly old but I guess keeping the maps up to date isn't a priority with Pioneer. Just another annoyance with a unit that I have been very disappointed with.
1078703
maps come loaded in the unit, future updates would have to be purchased separately
1255572
it seems absurd to me that they all dont just come with lifetime maps... that said -- then why would anyone buy the update! heck ive driven all across this land with decades old maps.
1626849
Thanks. I think people were talking about buying newer units so they wouldn't have to pay for updates for older units, and not because the maps weren't updatable. That's what confused me.
1787987
Hi. Go to Garmin.com and find your GPS model listed there. Then click on "Update Maps". Then enter your payment information and download the new 2014/2015 map. Expensive as heck, but worth it if need the latest. Option Two: buy a new (updated & preloaded) GPS for around $100- to $130-.Personally I'd rather buy a new one than update my 2 year old Garmin. Your call of course!Good luck! ;-D
1471718
It was current when I bought it last summer. They usually provide updates. Free for certain packages.
1338166
While mine is current, only a month old, there are two ways to upgrade maps and firmware... there is an sd card slot and a usb slot. I think the correct process for updating maps and firmware is to use the sd card slot though. Hope that helps.. I like the unit and the gps is pretty good.
661433
I just received my Garmin 350 today from Amazon. It did not come with the latest maps but if you go to Garmin's website and and register the GPS you can get a free update to the maps. You will also want to update the firmware on the GPS to the latest firmware from Garmin.This can all be done easily from the Garmin website.
885690
My guess is that they will be behind by one version at least. I've never bought a GPS that didn't need an update after purchase. Easy to update via web access and generally free initially at least.
651012
Hi this is trelectronic. Thank yoif your question. I provide update information for you There is website address that you can download map updates. The unit included 2013 worldwide map.
1056823
The map are loaded on this unit. The maps are from 2010. I would recommend getting the life time updates for 100.00 bucks that way you will be up to date with road in the US. P.Hansen