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Garmin nüvi 265W/265WT 4.3-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic

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Garmin nüvi 260W 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator

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Garmin's nÃ¼vi 260W combines the thinprofile and attractive price point of other nÃ¼vi 200-series GPS with directions in real street names and a wide screen that lets you see more of what's around you as you drive. Garmin's line on the device is that, "the nÃ¼vi 260W gives consumers the most sought-after navigation features, while eliminating many of the premium add-ons. The result is a PND that simply gets you from point A to point B â�� reliably, efficiently, and with style." As with all nÃ¼vis, you get Garmin reliability, the fast satellite lock of a high-sensitivity integrated receiver, a slim, pocket-sized navigator with a gorgeous display, detailed NAVTEQ maps that letsÂ you search by name for more than 6 million points of interest like stores, restaurants or hospitals, and an easy, intuitive interface. Wider screen lets you see more of what's around. Compare these actual size views: 3-inch (diagonal) screen 4.3-inch (diagonal) widescreen The nÃ¼vi 260W comes preloaded with maps for U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico, and features anÂ ultra-slim design. Text-To-Speech The text-to-speech feature of the nÃ¼vi 260W means that device automatically calls out street names (saying "turn right on Main Street" instead of "turn right in 200 feet."). This feature lets drivers keep their eyes on the road while navigating through busy traffic and tricky roadways. See More of What's Around The 4.3-inch backlit widescreen touchscreen on the nÃ¼vi 260W gives you 70% more actual screen area than a 3.5-inch screen. Primarily this translates into a better view of the area through which you are driving. This is especially useful in showing you what parks, restaurants, ATM, gas stations, etc. are nearby, or in letting you know whether a detour is a good idea. Also, the device itself is larger, meaning controls on the screen are more widely spaced and somewhat easier to push. Smart, Powerful Design The nÃ¼vi 260W is built with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver for extreme accuracy, as well as an SD card slot for storing your media and additional navigation tools, and a USB interface for loading data.The nÃ¼vi display is touchscreen-enabled, making it a cinch to control the device with your fingertips. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to five hours of battery life depending on use. Garmin Lock Garmin's patent pending theft prevention system that disables the unit from performing any functions until the user types in a specific 4-digit PIN or takes the unit to a predetermined secure location First Rate Map Data The nÃ¼vi 260W comes preloaded with City Navigator NT North America--road coverage for the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico and nearly 6 million points of interest. City Navigator North America NT gives you everything you need to travel North America. Powered by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality digital map data, City Navigator brings you the most detailed street maps available so you can navigate with exact, turn-by-turn directions to any address or intersection. Easy To Use Interface Garmin's interface is a key to their success and one of the things that makes their devices such a pleasure to use. Simple controls and sub-screens make it easy to enter or search for destinations and get data about your trip. Beyond Navigation Browse your stored pictures with an easy-to-use JPEG viewer. nÃ¼vi 260W accepts custom points of interest (POIs). View larger. Navigation is just the beginning. nÃ¼vi 260W features travel tools including JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. It also comes with Garmin Lock, an anti-theft feature, and configurable vehicle icons that let you select car-shaped graphics to show your location on the map. This device is compatible with optional content plug-ins available via SD card, such as theÂ Garmin Travel Guides and Garmin SaversGuide provide detailed data for attractions and information on nearby merchants offering discounts, so you can customize nÃ¼vi for your travel needs. Garmin has also added the ability for customers to add custom points of interest (POIâ��s) from third parties such as school zones and safety cameras. Trick Your GPS Ride Custom vehicle icons let you ride in style, at least inside your GPS. See more icon option Like all nÃ¼vis, the 260W supports configurable vehicle icons. These fun, customized car-shaped icons come in a variety of colors to add a personal touch to your vehicle's position on the map. What's in the Box nÃ¼vi 260W, preloaded City Navigator NT for North America, vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power cable, dashboard disk, and quick start manual. Visit Garmin.com to get the latest firmware updates for your nÃ¼vi to keep it current and performing at its best. Note: Like most USB Mass Storage Devices, the nÃ¼vi is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me. Which nÃ¼vi is Best for You? Note: All nÃ¼vis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations. Device Screen Size inches (W x H) Included Maps Text-to-Speech (Directions in Real Street Names) Traffic Bluetooth Media FM Transmitter (audio through car stereo system) Multi-Point Routing Battery life (hours) Cont. U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico AK and Canada Europe nÃ¼vi 260 2.8 x 2.1 Â Photos up to 5 nÃ¼vi 205 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 205w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 260w 3.81 x 2.25 Â Photos up to 5 nÃ¼vi 265T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 265WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 275T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 285WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 465T 3.81 x 2.25 FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 755T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 760 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 765T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 775T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 780 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 785T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 850 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 855 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 885T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1200 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1250 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1260T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1300 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1370T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1390T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1490T 4.4 x 2.5 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1690 3.81 x 2.25 NAVTEQ Traffic, 2 years free (Garmin nÃ¼Link! service) Photos up to 3

Garmin nüvi 205W 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator

Admin — Wed, 12 May 2010 05:59:40 +0000

Garmin's nÃ¼vi 2x5 models improveupon their 200-series predecessors by adding top-of-the-line features such as FM traffic updates or MSN Direct content capability to an entry-level line. But Garmin is also introducing some significant improvements with this new series, like a predictive technology that provides faster satellite lock, a redesigned screen with more information, terrain maps, and an exciting new photo navigation feature. The 205W also offers a wide 4.3-inch (diagonal) screen that displays 70% more of the road around you. The nÃ¼vi 2x5 models sport the slim design that Garmin introduced with the 200-series last year, so they all fit comfortably in your pocket or purse, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that makes them convenient for navigation by car or foot.All of the models include useful travel tools like a JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. Important Product Information: This device features a "screen lock" feature. This is a standard feature on all nÃ¼vi 2x5 and 7x5 Garmin units. If you slide the "Power" key to the right, it will lock the screen and prevent any accidental touches. Once the screen lock feature is engaged, the screen will go black/gray after about 15 seconds to save power on the device. To unlock the screen, just slide the "Power" key to the center position. This feature is really targeted for "Pedestrian" mode so that a user can put the device in his or her pocket/purse and quickly unlock the screen instead of powering on/off continuously. For more information, see page 5 of the product manual. Key Features/Benefits for all 2x5 Series Navigators HotFix (Long Term Ephemeris Prediction) finds satellites faster (Learn more) Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Basemap shows 3D shaded terrain features (Learn more) Faster 333 Mhz processor offers faster, smoother map drawing and vehicle icon motion through turns Redesigned user interface offers more information (Learn more) Photo Navigation lets you upload geo-coded photos from a phone, geo-coding camera or photo site and navigate to them. (Learn more) Add Dynamic MSN Traffic and Content with the optional GDB 55 antenna and charger (Learn more) Send addresses directly to your Garmin from Google Maps or MapquestÂ Automatic Time Zone Transition 4.3-inch Widescreen shows you more of what's around you as you drive (Learn more) Memory Card Slots so you can add maps and travel guides, or store photos (MicroSD card slot on 3.5-inch units; SD card slot on 4.3-inch units) Preloaded Maps with Navteq data of the Lower 48 States + Hawaii + Puerto Rico Rechargeable lithium-ion battery for easy portability (up to 4 hours per charge) Custom Vehicle Icons let you personalize your navigator (Learn more) Integrated Antenna for a slim form factor Where Am I? -- instantly shows you all of the emergency services nearby (Learn More) Which nÃ¼vi is Best for You?: Click here to see a quick, simple comparison of features for all Garmin nuvi GPS navigators Learn More Improved Interface One of Garmin's key product philosophies is to make extremely complex technology easy to use for anyone right out of the box, and perhaps nowhere is that better exemplified than in the user interface for Garmin's portable navigation devices. Garmin's interface is a key to their success part of what makes their devices such a pleasure to use. Simple controls and sub-screens make it easy to enter or search for destinations and get data about your trip. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nÃ¼vi takes you there with turn-by-turn voice directions, 2-D or 3-D maps and smooth map updates as you navigate. This year, Garmin has redesigned its interface to include much more useful information. Old Interface New Interface HotFixâ�¢ â�� aka: Satellite Ephemeris Data Prediction Your GPS device locks onto transmissions from a dedicated network of Satellites in order to determine its position. Until the device gets a "lock" on three satellites, it can't effectively navigate, so decreasing the time it takes for your device to get "satellite lock" is always a goal of GPS manufacturers. With Garmin's new HotFix technology, your Garmin GPS remembers the position of all satellites it is tracking when you turn it off, and calculates their movements in order to predict where they should be the next time you turn it on. This gives the device an idea of where it should look for satellites, and dramatically decreases the time it takes for your Garmin to get its position and start navigating. HotFix can predict satellite positions for up to 3 days after the device was last turned off. Using Garminâ��s unique Web site â�� Garmin Connect Photos â�� users can choose from millions of geo-located photos provided by Googleâ��s Panoramio photo sharing community and download them to the nÃ¼vi for a richer navigation experience using pictures as a guide. Navigate by Photo Using Garminâ��s unique Web site â�� Garmin Connect Photos â�� users can choose from millions of geo-located photos provided by Googleâ��s Panoramio photo sharing community and download them to the nÃ¼vi for a richer navigation experience using pictures as a guide. Choose from Panoramio's collection of photos from around the world. Easy to use interface displays photos on Google Maps. Search for photos by location name or map area boundary. Transfer photos directly from Garmin Connect to device with the Garmin Communicator. View photos in Google Earth. Supports Internet Explorer 6+, Firefox 2+, Safari 3+ on Windows and Mac. 3D Terrain Maps Shaded relief terrain maps show you when to expect hills, mountains, forests and other natural features. Topographic terrain maps are viewable when using the 2D "birds-eye" view. Traffic-Capable FM Traffic With an optional receiver, you can get alerts from TMC Clear Channel about traffic tie-ups and road construction that might lie ahead on your route. All you have to do is simply touch the screen to view traffic details and you'll be ready to detour around any problem area. And if you end up missing a turn, or you're forced into a detour that is not relayed through the traffic receiver, the nÃ¼vi's sophisticated automatic routing will get you back on track in no time. In most areas, TMC Clear Channel traffic broadcasts are continuous â�� there's no waiting for scheduled traffic news updates or random alerts. Because traffic broadcasts are received via a "silent" FM data channel, you can still listen to music or news programming on your car radio without interference from incoming FM traffic data transmissions. Widescreen -- See More of What's Around The super-bright, 4.3-inch (diagonal) touchscreen display gives is anti-glare for ease of viewing during the day and automatically changes its color profile for easy viewing at night or in dim light. It offers 2d or 3D perspective views. The widescreen format gives you 70% more actual screen area than a 3.5-inch screen. Primarily this translates into a better view of the area through which you are driving. This is especially useful in showing you what parks, restaurants, ATM, gas stations, etc. are nearby, or in letting you know whether a detour is a good idea. Also, the device itself is larger, meaning controls on the screen are more widely spaced and somewhat easier to push. Wider screen lets you see more of what's around. Compare these actual size views of a 3-inch (diagonal) screen and a 4.3-inch diagonal widescreen Where Am I? On any nÃ¼vi, just tap "Where Am I?" to find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates. First-Rate Map Data nÃ¼vi accepts custom points of interest (POIs). View larger. The nÃ¼vi comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps for the continental United States, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico, including a hefty POI database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nÃ¼vi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. Garmin gets its map data from NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. In addition, nÃ¼vi accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs Important note about map updates: Due to our high volume of sales, almost every Garmin portable GPS navigator sold by Amazon.com will come with the most recent map version. If you ever do need a map update, you can purchase one from Amazon.com at our Garmin Store. Garmin Lock Garmin's patent pending theft prevention system that disables the unit from performing any functions until the user types in a specific 4-digit PIN or takes the unit to a predetermined secure location Beyond Navigation Browse your stored pictures with an easy-to-use JPEG viewer. Navigation is just the beginning. The nÃ¼vi 2x5 models features travel tools including a JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. This device is compatible with optional content plug-ins available via microSD card, such as the Garmin Travel Guides and Garmin SaversGuide provide detailed data for attractions and information on nearby merchants offering discounts, so you can customize nÃ¼vi for your travel needs. For Accessory Map Cards and Travel Guides the Units Feature: a MicroSD Card Slot on the 3.5 inch Units, and an SD Card Slot on the 4.3 inch Units. Garmin has also added the ability for customers to add custom points of interest (POIâ��s) from third parties such as school zones and safety cameras. Trick Your GPS Ride Custom vehicle icons let you ride in style, at least inside your GPS. See more icon option All Garmin nÃ¼vis support configurable vehicle icons. These fun, customized car-shaped icons come in a variety of colors to add a personal touch to your vehicle's position on the map. Notes Optional software for language translation, detailed travel guides, and savings programs allow you to customize your nÃ¼vi to fit your travel needs Like most USB Mass Storage Devices, the nÃ¼vi is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me. Which nÃ¼vi is Best for You? Note: All nÃ¼vis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations. Device Screen Size inches (W x H) Included Maps Text-to-Speech (Directions in Real Street Names) Traffic Bluetooth Media FM Transmitter (audio through car stereo system) Multi-Point Routing Battery life (hours) Cont. U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico AK and Canada Europe nÃ¼vi 205 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 205w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 260w 3.81 x 2.25 Â Photos up to 5 nÃ¼vi 265T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 265WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 275T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 285WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 465T 3.81 x 2.25 FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 755T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 760 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 765T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 775T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 780 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 785T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 850 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 855 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 885T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1200 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1250 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1260T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1300 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1370T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1390T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1490T 4.4 x 2.5 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1690 3.81 x 2.25 NAVTEQ Traffic, 2 years free (Garmin nÃ¼Link! service) Photos up to 4

Garmin nüvi 765/765T 4.3-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic

Admin — Sat, 08 May 2010 19:46:56 +0000

Have you lost your sense of direction? Let Garmin nuvi 765t 4.3" GPS be your guiding system to take you hither and yonder. It opens United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico for visual exploration. You'll get the knowledge of a native where and when ever you choose to go. It's the surefire tool for any traveler even for those with no sense of direction. The Garmin nuvi 765t is fully equipped to help you get where you're going. The nuvi 765T offers full coverage mapping for the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The preloaded map data features nearly six million points of interest, including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs and attractions. The map data is provided by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. It features 3D buildings, lane assist and lifetime traffic alerts from NAVTEQ. Take advantage of Garmin's first premium traffic service without subscription fees. 3D navigation with lane assist provides drivers a clear picture of what lies ahead on their route, including road sign detail and arrows indicating the proper lane for navigation. Some areas even offer a 3D view of buildings. Steer clear of traffic with nuvi's integrated FM traffic receiver. Receive alerts about traffic delays and road construction that lie ahead on your route. Feel comfortable and at home on the road with this Garmin nuvi 765t. It's essentially a must for any trip. Auto time zone will automatically adjust your time zone while navigating Garmin Connect Photos - associate your favorite images with saved locations DEM maps show you shaded terrain contours at various zoom levels High-sensitivity GPS receiver for improved performance and reception Turn-by-turn directions with voice guidance Easy-to-use, Touchscreen interface Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more Simplified PC connectivity, using USB mass storage Configurable vehicle icons allows users to select a fun

Garmin nüvi 255W 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator

Admin — Tue, 04 May 2010 02:39:10 +0000

The 255W features predictive technology that provides faster satellite lock, a redesigned screen with more information, terrain maps, and an exciting new photo navigation feature. The 255W adds complete maps for North America and Text-to-Speech, so you get turn by turn spoken directions with the real names of streets (e.g. "turn left in 50 feet at Nebraska Way", rather than merely "turn left in 50 feet"). The 255W also offers a wide 4.3-inch (diagonal) screen that displays 70% more of the road around you.Â The nÃ¼vi 2x5 models all sport the slim design that Garmin introduced with the 200-series last year, so they all fit comfortably in your pocket or purse, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that makes them convenient for navigation by car or foot.All of the models include useful travel tools like a JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. Important Product Information: This device features a "screen lock" feature. This is a standard feature on all nÃ¼vi 2x5 and 7x5 Garmin units. If you slide the "Power" key to the right, it will lock the screen and prevent any accidental touches. Once the screen lock feature is engaged, the screen will go black/gray after about 15 seconds to save power on the device. To unlock the screen, just slide the "Power" key to the center position. This feature is really targeted for "Pedestrian" mode so that a user can put the device in his or her pocket/purse and quickly unlock the screen instead of powering on/off continuously. For more information, see page 5 of the product manual. Key Features/Benefits for all 2x5 Series Navigators HotFix (Long Term Ephemeris Prediction) finds satellites faster (Learn more) Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Basemap shows 3D shaded terrain features (Learn more) Faster 333 Mhz processor offers faster, smoother map drawing and vehicle icon motion through turns Redesigned user interface offers more information (Learn more) Photo Navigation lets you upload geo-coded photos from a phone, geo-coding camera or photo site and navigate to them. (Learn more) Send addresses directly to your Garmin from Google Maps or Mapquest (Learn more) Automatic Time Zone Transition Text-to-Speech gives directions with real street names 4.3-inch Widescreen shows you more of what's around you as you drive (Learn more) Memory Card Slots so you can add maps and travel guides, or store photos (MicroSD card slot on 3.5-inch units; SD card slot on 4.3-inch units) Preloaded Maps with Navteq data of North America + Hawaii + Puerto Rico, including 6.5 million searchable points of interest (Learn more) Rechargeable lithium-ion battery for easy portability (up to 4 hours per charge) Custom Vehicle Icons let you personalize your navigator (Learn more) Integrated Antenna for a slim form factor Where Am I? -- instantly shows you all of the emergency services nearby (Learn More) What's in the Box nÃ¼vi 255W, Preloaded City Navigator NT for North America or Europe (full coverage), Vehicle suction cup mount, Vehicle power cable, Dashboard disc, Quick start manual Which nÃ¼vi is Best for You?: Click here to see a quick, simple comparison of features for all Garmin nuvi GPS navigators Learn More Improved Interface One of Garmin's key product philosophies is to make extremely complex technology easy to use for anyone right out of the box, and perhaps nowhere is that better exemplified than in the user interface for Garmin's portable navigation devices. Garmin's interface is a key to their success part of what makes their devices such a pleasure to use. Simple controls and sub-screens make it easy to enter or search for destinations and get data about your trip. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nÃ¼vi takes you there with turn-by-turn voice directions, 2-D or 3-D maps and smooth map updates as you navigate. This year, Garmin has redesigned its interface to include much more useful information. Old Interface New Interface HotFixâ�¢ â�� aka: Satellite Ephemeris Data Prediction Your GPS device locks onto transmissions from a dedicated network of Satellites in order to determine its position. Until the device gets a "lock" on three satellites, it can't effectively navigate, so decreasing the time it takes for your device to get "satellite lock" is always a goal of GPS manufacturers. With Garmin's new HotFix technology, your Garmin GPS remembers the position of all satellites it is tracking when you turn it off, and calculates their movements in order to predict where they should be the next time you turn it on. This gives the device an idea of where it should look for satellites, and dramatically decreases the time it takes for your Garmin to get its position and start navigating. HotFix can predict satellite positions for up to 3 days after the device was last turned off. Using Garminâ��s unique Web site â�� Garmin Connect Photos â�� users can choose from millions of geo-located photos provided by Googleâ��s Panoramio photo sharing community and download them to the nÃ¼vi for a richer navigation experience using pictures as a guide. Navigate by Photo Using Garminâ��s unique Web site â�� Garmin Connect Photos â�� users can choose from millions of geo-located photos provided by Googleâ��s Panoramio photo sharing community and download them to the nÃ¼vi for a richer navigation experience using pictures as a guide. Choose from Panoramio's collection of photos from around the world. Easy to use interface displays photos on Google Maps. Search for photos by location name or map area boundary. Transfer photos directly from Garmin Connect to device with the Garmin Communicator. View photos in Google Earth. Supports Internet Explorer 6+, Firefox 2+, Safari 3+ on Windows and Mac. 3D Terrain Maps Shaded relief terrain maps show you when to expect hills, mountains, forests and other natural features. Topographic terrain maps are viewable when using the 2D "birds-eye" view. Send Addresses Directly from Google Maps or Mapquest tching to try out a new restaurant, or setting off on a road trip to locate the best toffee apples on the east coast? Now, it's easy to search for locations on Google Maps or Mapquest, then transfer the addresses directly to your Garmin GPS navigator. Hook up your Garmin to the computer via it's USB port Search for the location you want Click the Send link in the info window for the address. That will bring up a popup "Send to" form. Pick GPS, then pick Garmin and hit the "Send" button. The address will instantly transfer to your Garmin device, The point will be saved as one of your favorites, and you can navigate to it or view it on a map just like with any other favorite. The process does require a small plugin, which you can get at Garmin's website at http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3739. You can send business addresses to your Garmin device from these countries: Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United States. Search for the location you want. Pick "Send to GPS". Go! Traffic-Capable for Either FM Traffic or Enhanced MSN Direct Content FM Traffic With an optional receiver, you can get alerts from TMC Clear Channel about traffic tie-ups and road construction that might lie ahead on your route. All you have to do is simply touch the screen to view traffic details and you'll be ready to detour around any problem area. And if you end up missing a turn, or you're forced into a detour that is not relayed through the traffic receiver, the nÃ¼vi's sophisticated automatic routing will get you back on track in no time. In most areas, TMC Clear Channel traffic broadcasts are continuous â�� there's no waiting for scheduled traffic news updates or random alerts. Because traffic broadcasts are received via a "silent" FM data channel, you can still listen to music or news programming on your car radio without interference from incoming FM traffic data transmissions. Widescreen -- See More of What's Around The super-bright, 4.3-inch (diagonal) touchscreen display gives is anti-glare for ease of viewing during the day and automatically changes its color profile for easy viewing at night or in dim light. It offers 2d or 3D perspective views. The widescreen format gives you 70% more actual screen area than a 3.5-inch screen. Primarily this translates into a better view of the area through which you are driving. This is especially useful in showing you what parks, restaurants, ATM, gas stations, etc. are nearby, or in letting you know whether a detour is a good idea. Also, the device itself is larger, meaning controls on the screen are more widely spaced and somewhat easier to push. Wider screen lets you see more of what's around. Compare these actual size views of a 3-inch (diagonal) screen and a 4.3-inch diagonal widescreen Where Am I? On any nÃ¼vi (including this one), you can just tap "Where Am I?" to find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates. First-Rate Map Data nÃ¼vi accepts custom points of interest (POIs). View larger. The nÃ¼vi comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps for all of North America, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico, including a hefty POI database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nÃ¼vi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. Garmin gets its map data from NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. In addition, nÃ¼vi accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs Garmin Lock Garmin's patent pending theft prevention system that disables the unit from performing any functions until the user types in a specific 4-digit PIN or takes the unit to a predetermined secure location Beyond Navigation Browse your stored pictures with an easy-to-use JPEG viewer. Navigation is just the beginning. The nÃ¼vi 2x5 models features travel tools including a JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. This device is compatible with optional content plug-ins available via microSD card, such as the Garmin Travel Guides and Garmin SaversGuide provide detailed data for attractions and information on nearby merchants offering discounts, so you can customize nÃ¼vi for your travel needs. For Accessory Map Cards and Travel Guides the Units Feature: a MicroSD Card Slot on the 3.5 inch Units, and an SD Card Slot on the 4.3 inch Units. Garmin has also added the ability for customers to add custom points of interest (POIâ��s) from third parties such as school zones and safety cameras. Trick Your GPS Ride Custom vehicle icons let you ride in style, at least inside your GPS. See more icon option All Garmin nÃ¼vis support configurable vehicle icons. These fun, customized car-shaped icons come in a variety of colors to add a personal touch to your vehicle's position on the map. Notes Optional software for language translation, detailed travel guides, and savings programs allow you to customize your nÃ¼vi to fit your travel needs Like most USB Mass Storage Devices, the nÃ¼vi is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me Visit Garmin.com to get the latest firmware updates for your nÃ¼vi to keep it current and performing at its best Which nÃ¼vi is Best for You? Note: All nÃ¼vis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations. Device Screen Size inches (W x H) Included Maps Text-to-Speech (Directions in Real Street Names) Traffic Bluetooth Media FM Transmitter (audio through car stereo system) Multi-Point Routing Battery life (hours) Cont. U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico AK and Canada Europe nÃ¼vi 205 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 205w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 260w 3.81 x 2.25 Â Photos up to 5 nÃ¼vi 265T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 265WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 275T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 285WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 465T 3.81 x 2.25 FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 755T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 760 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 765T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 775T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 780 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 785T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 850 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 855 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 885T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1200 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1250 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1260T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1300 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1370T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1390T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1490T 4.4 x 2.5 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1690 3.81 x 2.25 NAVTEQ Traffic, 2 years free (Garmin nÃ¼Link! service) Photos up to 4

Garmin nüvi 285W/285WT Widescreen Bluetooth GPS Navigator Review

Admin — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 22:14:22 +0000

Get MSN Direct and a big screen for a small price with nÃ¼vi 285WT. This widescreen navigator takes you there with preloaded maps and turn-by-turn directions that call out streets by name. It delivers real-time local weather, traffic, movie times, stock information, gas prices, news and local events as you navigate. Like the rest of the nÃ¼vi 205-series, this portable navigator is priced right and ultra-easy to use. Intuitive touchscreen interface. Click to enlarge. With photo navigation, you can download pictures from Garmin Connect Photos and navigate to them. Click to enlarge. Pair with your compatible Bluetooth phone and talk hands-free. Click to enlarge. Stay Connected With next-generation dynamic content from MSN Direct, nÃ¼vi 285WT is one resourceful personal travel assistant. Using the included receiver and free trial service to MSN Direct, you can check your flight status, avoid traffic backups, compare local gas prices, get advanced weather information, enhanced movie listings, stock information, news and local events when you travel with your unit. Even plan trips from the convenience of your computer, via Windows Live Local, and wirelessly send locations to nÃ¼vi 285WT. Free 9 month trial subscription to MSN Direct services, activation instructions provided MSN Direct Traffic Receiver (GDB 55) included in the box Extended MSN Direct service subscriptions available for purchase: 12 months for $49.95 + tax (visit MSN for further details) Notice: MSN Direct service will be available only until January 1, 2012. Activate a subscription between November 19, 2009, and March 31, 2010, and receive 9 months of MSN Direct service for free. See More With nÃ¼vi 285WT's widescreen display, you'll always get the big picture. View map detail, driving directions, photos and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display is easy to read--from any direction. Get Turn-by-Turn Directions nÃ¼vi 285WT's intuitive interface greets you with two simple questions: "Where to?" and "View Map." Touch the color screen to easily look up addresses and services and get voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to your destination. It comes preloaded with detailed City Navigator NT street maps, over 6 million points of interest (POIs), 2-D or 3-D maps and smooth map redraw rates as you navigate. Its digital elevation maps show you shaded contours at higher zoom levels, giving you a big picture of the surrounding terrain. In addition, nÃ¼vi 285WT accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs. With HotFix satellite prediction, nÃ¼vi calculates your position faster to get you there quicker. Make Hands-free Calls For hands-free calling, nÃ¼vi 285WT integrates Bluetooth wireless technology with a built-in microphone and speaker. Just pair it with your compatible Bluetooth phone and talk hands-free through the 285WT while staying focused on the road. Simply dial numbers with nÃ¼vi's touchscreen keypad to make a call. To answer calls, just tap the screen and speak into its built-in microphone. Enjoy convenient one-touch dialing for contacts and points of interest. Take It With You Like the rest of the nÃ¼vi 205-series, nÃ¼vi 285WT sports a sleek, slim design and fits comfortably in your pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for navigation by car or foot. With its "Where Am I?" emergency locator, you always know your location. Simply tap the screen to get your exact latitude and longitude coordinates, the nearest address and intersection, and the closest hospitals, police stations and fuel stations. Go Beyond Navigation Navigation is just the beginning. nÃ¼vi 285WT includes many travel tools including JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock, automatic time zone transition, currency converter, unit converter, calculator and more. With photo navigation, you can download pictures from Garmin Connect Photos and navigate to them. The 285WT is compatible with our free Garmin Garage where you can download animated vehicles that show your location on the map. It also comes with Garmin Lock, an anti-theft feature. Enhance your travel experience with optional plug-in SD cards such as Garmin Travel Guides for detailed data on attractions. What's in the Box nÃ¼vi 285WT, Preloaded City Navigator NT for North America (full coverage), MSN Direct receiver (GDB 55) with integrated vehicle power cable, 9 months free MSN Direct service, Vehicle suction cup mount, USB cable, Dashboard disc, Quick start manual Which nÃ¼vi is Best for You? Note: All nÃ¼vis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations. Device Screen Size inches (W x H) Included Maps Text-to-Speech (Directions in Real Street Names) Traffic Bluetooth Media FM Transmitter (audio through car stereo system) Multi-Point Routing Battery life (hours) Cont. U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico AK and Canada Europe nÃ¼vi 205 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 205w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 260w 3.81 x 2.25 Â Photos up to 5 nÃ¼vi 265T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 265WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 275T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 285WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 465T 3.81 x 2.25 FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 755T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 760 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 765T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 775T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 780 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 785T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 850 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 855 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 885T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 9 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1200 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1250 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1260T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1300 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1370T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1390T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1490T 4.4 x 2.5 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1690 3.81 x 2.25 NAVTEQ Traffic, 2 years free (Garmin nÃ¼Link! service) Photos up to 4

Garmin nüvi 205 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Piano Black)

Admin — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 17:38:47 +0000

Garmin's nÃ¼vi 2x5 models improve upon their 200-series predecessors by adding top-of-the-line features such as FM traffic updates or MSN Direct content capability to an entry-level line. But Garmin is also introducing some significant improvements with this new series, like a predictive technology that provides faster satellite lock, a redesigned screen with more information, terrain maps, and an exciting new photo navigation feature. The nÃ¼vi 2x5 models sport the slim design that Garmin introduced with the 200-series last year, so they all fit comfortably in your pocket or purse, and a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that makes them convenient for navigation by car or foot.All of the models include useful travel tools like a JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. Important Product Information: This device features a "screen lock" feature. This is a standard feature on all nÃ¼vi 2x5 and 7x5 Garmin units. If you slide the "Power" key to the right, it will lock the screen and prevent any accidental touches. Once the screen lock feature is engaged, the screen will go black/gray after about 15 seconds to save power on the device. To unlock the screen, just slide the "Power" key to the center position. This feature is really targeted for "Pedestrian" mode so that a user can put the device in his or her pocket/purse and quickly unlock the screen instead of powering on/off continuously. For more information, see page 5 of the product manual. Key Features/Benefits for all 2x5 Series Navigators HotFix (Long Term Ephemeris Prediction) finds satellites faster (Learn more) Digital Elevation Model (DEM) Basemap shows 3D shaded terrain features (Learn more) Faster 333 Mhz processor offers faster, smoother map drawing and vehicle icon motion through turns Redesigned user interface offers more information (Learn more) Photo Navigation lets you upload geo-coded photos from a phone, geo-coding camera or photo site and navigate to them. (Learn more) Add Dynamic MSN Traffic and Content with the optional GDB 55 antenna and charger (Learn more) Send addresses directly to your Garmin from Google Maps or Mapquest (Learn more) Automatic Time Zone Transition Memory Card Slots so you can add maps and travel guides, or store photos (MicroSD card slot on 3.5-inch units; SD card slot on 4.3-inch units) Preloaded Maps with Navteq data of theÂ Lower 48 States + HawaiiÂ + Puerto Rico Rechargeable lithium-ion battery for easy portability (up to 4 hours per charge) Custom Vehicle Icons let you personalize your navigator (Learn more) Integrated Antenna for a slim form factor Where Am I? -- instantly shows you all of the emergency services nearby (Learn More) Which nÃ¼vi is Best for You? Click here to see a quick, simple comparison of features for all Garmin nuvi GPS navigators Learn More Improved Interface One of Garmin's key product philosophies is to make extremely complex technology easy to use for anyone right out of the box, and perhaps nowhere is that better exemplified than in the user interface for Garmin's portable navigation devices. Garmin's interface is a key to their success part of what makes their devices such a pleasure to use. Simple controls and sub-screens make it easy to enter or search for destinations and get data about your trip. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nÃ¼vi takes you there with turn-by-turn voice directions, 2-D or 3-D maps and smooth map updates as you navigate. This year, Garmin has redesigned its interface to include much more useful information. Old Interface New Interface HotFixâ�¢ â�� aka: Satellite Ephemeris Data Prediction Your GPS device locks onto transmissions from a dedicated network of Satellites in order to determine its position.Â Until the device gets a "lock" on three satellites, it can't effectively navigate, so decreasing the time it takes for your device to get "satellite lock" is always a goal of GPS manufacturers. With Garmin's new HotFix technology, your Garmin GPS remembers the position of all satellites it is tracking when you turn it off, and calculates their movements in order to predict where they should be the next time you turn it on. This gives the device an idea of where it should look for satellites, and dramatically decreases the time it takes for your Garmin to get its position and start navigating. HotFix can predict satellite positions for up to 3 days after the device was last turned off. Using Garminâ��s unique Web site â�� Garmin Connect Photos â�� users can choose from millions of geo-located photos provided by Googleâ��s Panoramio photo sharing community and download them to the nÃ¼vi for a richer navigation experience using pictures as a guide. Navigate by Photo Using Garminâ��s unique Web site â�� Garmin Connect Photos â�� users can choose from millions of geo-located photos provided by Googleâ��s Panoramio photo sharing community and download them to the nÃ¼vi for a richer navigation experience using pictures as a guide. Choose from Panoramio's collection of photos from around the world. Easy to use interface displays photos on Google Maps. Search for photos by location name or map area boundary. Transfer photos directly from Garmin Connect to device with the Garmin Communicator. View photos in Google Earth. Supports Internet Explorer 6+, Firefox 2+, Safari 3+ on Windows and Mac. 3D Terrain Maps Shaded relief terrain maps show you when to expect hills, mountains, forests and other natural features. Topographic terrain maps are viewable when using the 2D "birds-eye" view. Send Addresses Directly from Google Maps or Mapquest tching to try out a new restaurant, or setting off on a road trip to locate the best toffee apples on the east coast? Now, it's easy to search for locations on Google Maps or Mapquest, then transfer the addresses directly to your Garmin GPS navigator. Hook up your Garmin to the computer via it's USB port Search for the location you want Click the Send link in the info window for the address. That will bring up a popup "Send to" form. Pick GPS, then pick Garmin and hit the "Send" button.Â The address will instantly transfer to your Garmin device, The point will be saved as one of your favorites, and you can navigate to it or view it on a map just like with any other favorite. The process does require a small plugin, which you can get at Garmin's website at http://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=3739. You can send business addresses to your Garmin device from these countries: Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United States. Search for the location you want. Pick "Send to GPS". Go! Traffic-Capable for Either FM Traffic or Enhanced MSN Direct Content MSN Direct Enhanced Traffic and Content With an optional receiver, you can access enhanced dynamic content from the MSN Direct service. Check the weather, avoid traffic backups, compare local gas prices, get enhanced movie listings, stock information, news and local events when you travel with your unit. Even plan trips from the convenience of your computer, via Windows Live Local, and wirelessly send custom to your nÃ¼vi. Check out a full description of MSN Direct content features, or a coverage map for MSN Direct services. A 3-month subscription to MSN Direct is included with the receiver. After that, subscription fees are $49.95 per year, or $129.95 for a lifetime subscription. FM Traffic With an optional receiver, you can get alerts from TMC Clear Channel about traffic tie-ups and road construction that might lie ahead on your route. All you have to do is simply touch the screen to view traffic details and you'll be ready to detour around any problem area. And if you end up missing a turn, or you're forced into a detour that is not relayed through the traffic receiver, the nÃ¼vi's sophisticated automatic routing will get you back on track in no time. In most areas, TMC Clear Channel traffic broadcasts are continuous â�� there's no waiting for scheduled traffic news updates or random alerts. Because traffic broadcasts are received via a "silent" FM data channel, you can still listen to music or news programming on your car radio without interference from incoming FM traffic data transmissions. A 3-month subscription to TMC Clear Channel's Total Traffic Network is included with the receiver. For more information on subscription fees, coverage in individual cities, and traffic data networks in the United Kingdom and Europe, check the Garmin website. Where Am I? On any nÃ¼vi, just tap "Where Am I?" to find the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest address and intersection. Also see your exact latitude and longitude coordinates. First-Rate Map Data nÃ¼vi accepts custom points of interest (POIs). View larger. The nÃ¼vi comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps for the continental United States, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico, including a hefty POI database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nÃ¼vi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. Garmin gets its map data from NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. In addition, nÃ¼vi accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs Important note about map updates: Due to our high volume of sales, almost every Garmin portable GPS navigator sold by Amazon.com will come with the most recent map version. If you ever do need a map update, you can purchase one from Amazon.com at our Garmin Store. Garmin Lock Garmin's patent pending theft prevention system that disables the unit from performing any functions until the user types in a specific 4-digit PIN or takes the unit to a predetermined secure location Beyond Navigation Browse your stored pictures with an easy-to-use JPEG viewer. Navigation is just the beginning. The nÃ¼vi 2x5 models features travel tools including a JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. This device is compatible with optional content plug-ins available via microSD card, such as theÂ Garmin Travel Guides and Garmin SaversGuide provide detailed data for attractions and information on nearby merchants offering discounts, so you can customize nÃ¼vi for your travel needs.Â For Accessory Map Cards and Travel Guides the Units Feature: a MicroSD Card Slot on the 3.5 inch Units, and an SD Card Slot on the 4.3 inch Units. Garmin has also added the ability for customers to add custom points of interest (POIâ��s) from third parties such as school zones and safety cameras. Trick Your GPS Ride Custom vehicle icons let you ride in style, at least inside your GPS. See more icon option All Garmin nÃ¼vis support configurable vehicle icons. These fun, customized car-shaped icons come in a variety of colors to add a personal touch to your vehicle's position on the map. Notes Optional software for language translation, detailed travel guides, and savings programs allow you to customize your nÃ¼vi to fit your travel needs Like most USB Mass Storage Devices, the nÃ¼vi is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me. Which nÃ¼vi is Best for You? Note: All nÃ¼vis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations. Device Screen Size inches (W x H) Included Maps Text-to-Speech (Directions in Real Street Names) Traffic Bluetooth Media FM Transmitter (audio through car stereo system) Multi-Point Routing Battery life (hours) Cont. U.S., Hawaii, and Puerto Rico AK and Canada Europe nÃ¼vi 205 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 205w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 255w 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 260w 3.81 x 2.25 Â Photos up to 5 nÃ¼vi 265T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 265WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 275T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 285WT 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 3 months free); Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 465T 3.81 x 2.25 FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 755T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 760 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 765T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 775T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 780 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 3 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 5 nÃ¼vi 785T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 3 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 850 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 855 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 885T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (receiver included; 3 months free); FM (with optional receiver) Photos, MP3s up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1200 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1250 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1260T 2.8 x 2.1 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1300 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (with optional receiver) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1350T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1370T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1390T 3.81 x 2.25 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1490T 4.4 x 2.5 MSN-enhanced (with optional receiver); FM (receiver included; Lifetime Traffic) Photos up to 4 nÃ¼vi 1690 3.81 x 2.25 NAVTEQ Traffic, 2 years free (Garmin nÃ¼Link! service) Photos up to 4 Basic MSN Direct Content Features Traffic Reports Find the best route through traffic. Your GPS device uses MSN Direct traffic data to select the best route for you to avoid traffic congestion. Check traffic flow. Know at a glance where to expect slowdowns in traffic. Get accident warnings. Receive warnings about accidents, road closures, and construction in the area that may affect you. Gas Prices Compare local gas prices. See a list of recent gas prices in your area and an indication of how recently the prices were reported. Find your way to the savings. Once you find the best price in your area, use your navigation system to guide you to the gas station. Weather Reports Stay on top of current conditions. View the current weather conditions in your area, including today's high and low temperatures, chances of precipitation, and more. View the three-day forecast, Plan ahead by checking the three-day weather forecast for your area. Check weather in other cities. See current weather conditions in major cities across the country. Movie Times Search for a movie. Find the theaters in your coverage area that are showing the movie you want to see. See which movies are playing. View which movies are playing in your coverage area or at your favorite theater. See show times and get directions. Once you find a show you want to see, check the show times and use your GPS device to guide you to the theater. Enhanced MSN Direct Content Web Favorites (Send custom destinations to your GPS with Live Search Maps) Powerful trip planning: Use Live Search Maps on your computer to look up an address, search for a business, or plan a trip Choose your favorite location, and then MSN Direct delivers the address, phone number, and more straight to your navigation system. Visit Live Search Maps at http://maps.live.com. Local Events See what's happening near you. Find nearby events to see what's happening in your area. Find the events that interest you. Browse events sorted by category. Search for an event. Get details about a particular event. Stock Quotes Watch the stocks that interest you. Select stocks that you want to keep an eye on, and then see regularly updated stock prices and daily changes. Get a little more detail. Touch a stock in your list to see daily highs, lows, and trading volume. News Headlines Browse the headlines at a glance. See breaking news and other major news stories of the day. Read more details. Select a headline to read all the details about the news story on your navigation system. MSN Direct Coverage Map Get detailed info for your Zip Code at the MSN Direct website.

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