Navigon FreshMaps Map Update Service
346220
I love my Navigon 7100 GPS. I have had it for about 9 months now and it has performed well. I purchased the FreshMaps Map Update service to keep current. I found the instruction somewhat confusing. Also the code number that had to be entered from the package was so small I had to use two magnifying glasses to read the darn thing. Give us older folks a break! The packaging was plenty big enough.

It took several attempts to get the Navigon Fresh program to install correctly. When I did get the program to install, and checked for updates it found none. I have just returned from a trip to VA, PA, and New Jersey. During this trip, there were several exit ramp instruction that were incorrect. The most notable one was my own exit here in NC. When getting off, the GPS advised turning right. If I had made a right turn it would have taken me in the opposite direction I should have traveled. It still has the old exit, which was replaced over two years ago. Yet the program said there were no available updates.

Navigon really needs to get their act together and get more current maps. Most of the errors were due to new interchange ramps and re-routing of the traffic flow.

I am going to do another (or should I say another attempt) update and see if any of these errors have been corrected. If they have not, I could not recommend purchasing this update mapping service.<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Navigon-7100-4-3-Inch-Widescreen-Portable-GPS-Navigator/dp/B000S11K5U/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Navigon 7100 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator</a>
143842
The product works well, but I downloaded the latest maps and still am finding road changes several years old that haven't been incorporated.
2709030
The product works fine, I really only use it for the basic get from point A to point B feature.  My issue with it though is updating the maps.  I'm an engineer, I work a lot with computers so my issue wasn't ignorance but I could not download the new maps.  I tried several times on both of my computers, tried both firefox and internet explorer, cleared my cookies, disabled my firewall ect.  When I called tech suport they suggested a few things that dind't work before remote desktopping onto my computer.  After we tried both computers again, wasted more then an hour, then the man from tech suport told me I needed a new computer before I could download the maps.  I have a hard time beliving both of my computers are somehow magicly imune to Garmin's website.  I finally convinced the guy to send me a DVD copy of the maps (since I had already paid for a lifetime updates).  Guess what?  It wouldn't load.
2756765
Great update to my ancient Tom Tom  Many new features including traffic awareness, more detailed maps, faster startup, and many other new features
4347496
This GPS does what it is advertised to do.  However, updated maps are not free, they cost anywhere from $69.99 to $99.99 depending on what maps you want.  Mine are out of date and on a recent trip the speed limits displayed on the GPS often did not match up with the actual posted speed limits.  I am stunned that Garmin is actually charging people to update maps in a world where any smartphone can access dozens of free GPS navigation apps (with the latest maps).  On top of that, for the cost of a map update, you can pay for any number of brand new GPS navigation units.  Sorry Garmin, 10 years ago your devices were must have accessories for road trips, smartphones have made them obsolete.
2230360
I have not used it much so maybe I wasted my money.  I have to have someone update the maps .  I may give it away.to someeone
that uses it more than I do.
2288439
Great update and system. Best price as much as map update and this comes with lifetime updates.
1294138
Good GPS but you have to pay to update maps. Just download Waze.
1585925
I can't figure out how to update the map on this thing and it keeps sending me down one way street
4132640
I have used the C230x and do not want to pay $70 for an updated map.  So I am thinking of getting a new one, model C520, but I just find out from calling MIO that I will have to pay for an updated map for this model any way.  To me, this is bad.
Any way, I drop the idea of buying new MIO.  I hope this helps anyone thinking of buying new MIO C230x or C520 because you will have to buy updated map; they should offer updated map free of charge to new customers.
1287759
Upgrading my Nuvi 350 was easy if you have the computer time. It does take 20 minutes to download the new maps as the instructions indicate. The installation was easy to follow.  I was in Charlotte two weeks ago and started for a restaurant listed on the upgraded Nuvi. It didn't exist any more and a new building was in its place. This had to occur before the upgrade was made but I guess you can't catch everything. It did have the newly opened sections of improved roads and step by step driving instructions were accurate.
1081108
Was happy the item is able to be manually programed and with the computer. Was disappointed that when I went to update it's maps was told device storage was 97% full. Called them and was told they had no technical dept. To call Garmin about it. Was very pleased Garmin solved my problem. They are sending me a sd card to take care of the extra memory needed.
450606
Got this in a zip-lock bag. No documentation. Looked new, but obviously a return or re-sale. When I connected it to the TomTom site for updates was informed that my map subscription had expired. How can Lifetime updates expire? Contacted support and explained that I just purchased it. They apologized and reset the feature and now I have lifetime maps. However, the traffic is not lifetime. They told me to purchase a new power cable with an antennae to get free traffic. This is the free radio based service found in most US cities. Got the cable cheap and it works fine. Am very happy with TomTom support and the unit works great.
4020797
Hard to beat lifetime map updates for this price!
The new feature for us was the simulated pictures of intersections.
2777270
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Check with Garmin website to see if your device is compatible for map update. While you on there, register your device. If you are unable to register your device, you will not be able to update the map.

I think this lifetime update cost about $120 to $130 from Garmin website. On Amazon, I bought it for about $85. Here is what I did to get my update on my Garmin device, which is Nuvi 765t:

1) Go to [...]
2) Connect usb cable to your garmin device
3) Click on "myDashboard" When that happens, it will search for your device and update it. Follow on screen instructions on the web site.
4) Click on "myMaps" Next to your device, you should see "Update Available" (Don't click on this button).
5) Click on "Activate Gift Card", which is located right below the picture of your Garmin device.
6) The product key is located on back of your gift card. You will need to scratch the silver cover to see it.
7) Type in the code correctly and click on Activate.
8) From here, there will be series of instructions. Basically there will be a long process of downloading since the file is 2 to 3 GB. Depending on the speed of your internet connection, it may take as little as 30 minutes (I have 15 mbps/5 mbps) or all day. The file will be downloaded to your desktop.
9) After it finish download, open the file to have it installed on your computer and on your Garmin device. This process may take another hour.
600017
I had an older model that would get me anywhere. The new one I have used three times and it has not got me nowhere near my destination, trying  to take me miles in the wrong direction. This is after going online and updating the maps. Some adresses it refused to even enter.
545740
Do not buy the product. As of January 1, 2017 Tom Tom does not support the product with new maps. So there is no lifetime guarantee of new maps