What model to buy? I am so confused I don't know which model to buy I need suggestions. I travel with my husband ( motorcycle racer) in our RV to racing events. I would like a easy to use accurate gps. I would like it to talk to me with direction on where to go. I would like to have it be fast in redisplaying if I need to add in another stop. I want it to remember everything I entered when turning on and off. I use the GPS service which I have on my cell. It is often slow loading up by the time it gives me directions I could be lost. I also lose the GPS signal at times and it freezes the directions then I have to start all over. What model to buy? I am so confused I don't know which model to buy I need suggestions. I travel with my husband ( motorcycle racer) in our RV to racing events. I would like a easy to use... » Read More What model to buy? I am so confused I don't know which model to buy I need suggestions. I travel with my husband ( motorcycle racer) in our RV to racing events. I would like a easy to use accurate gps. I would like it to talk to me with direction on where to go. I would like to have it be fast in redisplaying if I need to add in another stop. I want it to remember everything I entered when turning on and off. I use the GPS service which I have on my cell. It is often slow loading up by the time it gives me directions I could be lost. I also lose the GPS signal at times and it freezes the directions then I have to start all over. « Show Less
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My wife will have to move for a month to Smyrna, Atlanta to take care of our daughter who is having twins next month. Her Husband works for Coca Cola but has to be traveling overseas all the time so my wife will be spending her time taking our other grandson to school and back and doing the supermarket run, and the day to day runs to nearby places. Atlanta is a difficult city to move around. My wife is 68 and I want to buy her a very "user friendly GPS" for her driving chores. You can get lost for hours in Atlanta roads. Any suggestions as what GPS should we consider. Cost is not a consideration; user friendliness and reasonable accuracy is. Merry Christmas to you all . Juan My wife will have to move for a month to Smyrna, Atlanta to take care of our daughter who is having twins next month. Her Husband works for Coca Cola but has to be traveling overseas all the time so my wife will be spending her time taking our other grandson to school and back and doing the supermarket run, and the day to day runs to nearby places. Atlanta is a difficult city to move around. My wife is 68 and I want to buy her a very "user friendly GPS" for her driving chores. You can get lost for hours in Atlanta roads. Any suggestions as what GPS should we consider. Cost is not... » Read More My wife will have to move for a month to Smyrna, Atlanta to take care of our daughter who is having twins next month. Her Husband works for Coca Cola but has to be traveling overseas all the time so my wife will be spending her time taking our other grandson to school and back and doing the supermarket run, and the day to day runs to nearby places. Atlanta is a difficult city to move around. My wife is 68 and I want to buy her a very "user friendly GPS" for her driving chores. You can get lost for hours in Atlanta roads. Any suggestions as what GPS should we consider. Cost is not a consideration; user friendliness and reasonable accuracy is. Merry Christmas to you all . Juan « Show Less
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This one right here is a good bet - the nuvi 1350T, however if you do not want or need traffic updates then go with the nuvi 1350 or 1300
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Thanks for the input, I actually kept the original Garmin. I realized it couldn't recognize my position re: the street because my house is 1000 ft off the road. I actually like it a lot. It does quirky things like take me to the highway one way and bring me home another even though the streets are not one way. At this point, I'm glad I got it.
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Thanks for the reply, Craig!Do we need to buy the topo software directly from Garmin, or does Amazon carry it? (I couldn't find it here.) Will we need an extra memory card to hold the topo data for a region? I'm trying to figure out what the total expense will be for all the add-ons we'll want/need before we choose a unit.If you were choosing between an eTrex and a GPSMAP unit today, which would you choose?Thanks again!
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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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I don't know about the Rav4. It has a GPS but it's not the best. Map came already outdated and I haven't been able to find a free download to update. Also....some of the programming controls they have in place while driving are overkill. Its no wonder that people are simply using their smart phones for navigation vs. in-dash units. So its a good unit, but if you're mainly interested in the GPS function I think you will be disappointed. I know I am.
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Why does this get such negative reviews? Seems logical to get the most recent model in most tech things. We're buying our first gps, and need europe maps. Is the 765, 775, or 275 better?
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thx, I guess i'll stick with 540TM :-) I am upgrading from old Garmin that had no map updates and traffic and hopefully it would be worth it at this price. I did use one of the TOM TOM models (smaller one) for a 2600 miles trip in the west coast and routing was really good.
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The Gps is very good. I'm not sure how to answer your questions other than it seems to work great and kowm how hug it is at all time.
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Thanks for telling me that. I haven't used the GPS much after that time. I think I need to read the manual when I have time. :)
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Elaine, we have the Garmin nuvi with North America and Europe (mixed anglo-american marriage); although my husband has some issues with it (over 65 anti technology) he is able to get through it. I love it because it not only has the feature of maps, but also the choice of several (e.g. close restaurants, hotels, gas, etc.) that you can utilize when you travel to unfamiliar territory on both continents. Try to get one with Lifetime maps update; it will save you money in the long run....just 'play' around with it to become familiar; and if you have children/grandchildren; they will be able to figure it out and teach you! (Thank goodness for a techie nephew!)Hope this helps -- Elaine, we have the Garmin nuvi with North America and Europe (mixed anglo-american marriage); although my husband has some issues with it (over 65 anti technology) he is able to get through it. I love it because it not only has the feature of maps, but also the choice of several (e.g. close restaurants, hotels, gas, etc.) that you can utilize when you travel to unfamiliar territory on both continents. Try to get one with Lifetime maps update; it will save you money in the long run....just 'play' around with it to become familiar; and if you have children/grandchildren; they will be able to... » Read More Elaine, we have the Garmin nuvi with North America and Europe (mixed anglo-american marriage); although my husband has some issues with it (over 65 anti technology) he is able to get through it. I love it because it not only has the feature of maps, but also the choice of several (e.g. close restaurants, hotels, gas, etc.) that you can utilize when you travel to unfamiliar territory on both continents. Try to get one with Lifetime maps update; it will save you money in the long run....just 'play' around with it to become familiar; and if you have children/grandchildren; they will be able to figure it out and teach you! (Thank goodness for a techie nephew!)Hope this helps -- « Show Less
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Has anyone used the Dakota 20 for touring? Or any Garmin unit for that matter. I'd be interested in your experiences. I'm leaning towards the Dakota for a number of reasons (Battery type, battery life, price, features) I don't need a heart rate/cadence monitor(s) I just want directions but I also don't want to be directed on to a freeway on ramp by some piece of misguided software.
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I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that those who own other brands are just as passionate about theirs. bob I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that... » Read More I did a lot of research on the GPS navigation devices available from 4.5" to 7". I tried all of them that had demos in the stores and had owners I knew let me work theirs. I found it to be a matter of personal choice as to what one likes or dislikes. Also, one can read through Amazon's and others customer reviews. I like the features of the TomTom devices. I've owned a TomTom 4.5", two 5" and now the VIA 1605 TM 6", which I would not trade for any other one. Do your research looking for the one that has the features you like and meets your needs. Keep in mind that those who own other brands are just as passionate about theirs. bob « Show Less
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mine would not work, had to send it back. i am in europe now and would recommend you get a different brand. its not a very good gps. all the maps are outdated. sorry, wish i would have bought something else. when i sent mine back it took a couple of weeks and they sent a refurbished unit. bad news...
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it depends on whether you have an RV or not. If you have an RV, you want that large display.I currently have an onboard TomTom in my RV. But I chose to buy the large Garmin so I could see it and so I could use the audio and several other features.
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I don't recommend this model personally. It can't find the ways . when you drive on highway it will automatic sent you to some rural ways. and specially when you miss the way this gps pointed out on highway , the navigation will force you turn right or turn left which in real world is a straight line . piss you off uh? further more when you typed in the address from business card , the machine would jump in different name automatic ,and if you turn in researching mode .it will really reseaching .........and reseaching...........till you give up. if you wanna buy ,remember using google map first, try to write down some important addresses, and then use the nivigation .DO NOT RECOMMEND TO UNKNOWN PLACE BY USING THIS ONE.
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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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Gary, I have been researching the same use (snowmobiling) for the nuvi 500. sledgps dot com lists chips available either nationally or by region. The region maps are $50, the national $99. Did you get the 500, and do you like it? I want a crossover/multi mode unit and this one seems to be the only one available. I think the difference between this unit and the 550 is that the 500 has US road and US topo maps, and the 550 has north american roads but no topo maps. I don't know if sledgps maps will overlay on the topo. If anyone has tried this, please reply with info. I have not bought it yet, so can't answer your question directly (I want to be able to though). Finally I am torn on the mixed reviews on the unit. I can handle the missing USB cable, and AC adapter, but has everyone found the unit accurate, both on road and off road? Are the maps updated? Thanks...