Are You Deciding Between Entry-Level GPS Navigators?
Some people would rather spend $100 or $200 dollars on devices like mobile phones, digital cameras or MP3 players than GPS units. In other words, some people don’t really want a GPS device. And some smartphones come with GPS features already built in, so it doesn’t seem like a dedicated GPS unit would really be necessary. However, TomTom and some other GPS manufacturers are making owning a dedicated GPS device much more appealing to drivers. Even the least expensive GPS units can deliver a safer, more convenient driving experience. Some of the entry-level GPS devices, like theTomTom VIA 1405T, for example, just might make you feel like they’re worth more than what you pay for them.
Common TomTom GPS GPS Navigators Device Features
The most important thing about introducing a GPS device to a new user is the interface and fortunately, all TomTom GPS navigators manage to all have that same friendly interface. The touchscreen interface makes it easy to do route planning or go through the menus to access other features.
Recent entry-level TomTom GPS Navigators units give you an appealing, colorful widescreen display with a compact, slim profile. The detailed maps and 3D views you’ll see on one of these displays will give you an improved perspective on your driving. A TomTom GPS device will let you get rid of all those atlases and maps you have in the back of the car.
Most GPS devices come with maps that cover the United States and may include Canada and Mexico maps too. These maps are highly interactive since you can zoom in and out and add points of interest in case you frequently visit a particular location. Even if you do not use that feature, you can still access lots of these points the moment you turn on the device and the roads are properly mapped as well.
These properly-mapped roads allow even entry-level TomTom GPS devices to use the IQ Routes technology effectively. IQ Routes is a navigation technology that shows you the fastest route to your destination by examining traffic conditions. If you don’t mind taking a slower route in order to save fuel, the ECO Routes function can help you out.
You’ll also find that car GPS devices such as the TomTom VIA, GO and One models come with a built-in text-to-speech feature because you need to look at the road instead of at the GPS unit. This feature calls out the turns you need to make, and even identifies them by street name in order to prevent confusion.
If you want to spend just a bit more on your GPS device, the TomTom VIA 1435T and certain other models will give you Bluetooth and voice recognition. The voice recognition feature can make you a safer driver because you’ll be able to tell your GPS what to do without touching the display. The Bluetooth feature, once it’s linked, will let you use your GPS unit to make and receive phone calls.
The TomTom VIA series devices provide plenty of features for less than $170.
