15Nov

What is the Best Car GPS System?

Filed Under: Auto GPS Units    by: GPS Review
Inside Japanese taxicab in Kyoto with GPS navi...

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A car GPS system can get you from point A to point B in the easiest, most efficient way possible. Some of the newer devices can even detect and circumvent traffic tie-ups, accidents and any thing else that may stand in your way. For everyday travel, or going places you have never been before, a car GPS system can be a big asset to your trip.

The first thing people wonder when shopping for a GPS is which one is the best. While there is no single answer to this question, there are some considerations to take in to account and techniques that you can use to get the best deal when you decide to buy. Let’s take a look at what we need to know to ensure that we get the best device for our needs at the lowest price.

There are three major makers in the GPS market – TomTom, Garmin and Magellan. Outside of that, there are other companies that don’t specialize in these devices but do produce a small line of them such as Poloroid. In general, you are best off with choosing from the top three brands as you know that they have put a lot of research and development in to perfecting their products. Within this group, there are literally hundreds of different models to select from at every price point from $70 on up to $500 and more.

The best car GPS system for you will be the one that has the features that you need at a price that is within your budget. The features available on these devices vary widely. You can get everything from voice controlled navigation to live traffic updates on modern units. By deciding what you need and what you can live without, it makes it easier to narrow down the choices and avoid spending too much. For everyday travel, even the lower end devices are packed with enough features to keep the average driver happy. If you drive professionally, it may be wise to invest in a higher end device with all of the bells and whistles.

As a smart shopper, you will want to be aware of the hidden cost of owning one of these devices. One important thing to keep in mind is that maps are generally preloaded on to the devices. You will want to make sure that you are getting a device that has current maps included or else you could wind up paying extra for a map update. Traffic service is available on many units, however it can cost extra as well. In some cases, you can take advantage of a free trial that comes with your unit to save more.

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04Sep

Showing You The Way With A Garmin GPSMAP 276c

Filed Under: Auto GPS Units, Garmin GPS Reviews    by: Bruce

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could take a Garmin GPSMAP 76csx with you anywhere, as you would a paper map? Whether you’ll be on a road trip, a boat ride or a hiking excursion, you need reliable navigator maps to help you find your way.

Garmin 276c

Garmin 276c

From the Garmin GPSMAP 60cx to the Garmin i3, there is a GPS device for everyone from this leading company.

Garmin knew that active individuals needed a reliable crossover device to help them navigate their way. In this world of James Bond caliber adventure, we find ourselves traveling by various modes in our pursuits.

Garmin GPSMAP
At the very beginning of the Garmin line of GPS maps, there are aviation navigator maps for pilots to travel by land, air and sea, such as the GPSMAP 96 or 196, for example. From those basic grey-scale models, Garmin has advanced to full-color portable devices like the GPSMAP 495 and 496, adding airport maps, pre-loaded maps, 3,000 favorite locations, traffic information services, voice prompts, satellite radio and weather.

The Garmin GPSMAP 76 series ranges from $200 to $428.56, depending on the model. The marine-friendly navigator maps are great for serious outdoor adventurers who want a barometric altimeter, electronic compass, location tracking and turn-by-turn directions.

The grey-scale Garmin GPSMAP comes with the 76 and 76-S models, while the 76Cx and 76CSx models display in 256 colors with transflective screens. The higher end GPSMAP 76cx and 76CSx models also beat the cheaper 76 models in that they have high-quality receivers for when you’re in deep canyons, dense forests or far-off mountain ranges.

Additionally, the more expensive models accept pre-loaded data cards if you want to add more maps without linking up to the computer. The 276c is also compatible with Blue Chart marine maps, which provide more detail for your high seas adventures.

GPS navigation
A Garmin GPSMAP may come in various formats. When you’re on the road, you’ll probably be using “City Navigator” maps, which include over 6 million points of interest, traffic data and detailed street information.

When you’re sailing, you’ll use the “Blue Chart” GPS maps with 3-D perspective, coastal points of interest, depth contours, shipwreck locations and auto-guide technology. Hikers will use the “Topo US” maps that include terrain contours, elevation information, trails, bodies of water, routable roads and points of interest.

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26Jul

A Panic Button GPS Unit

Filed Under: Auto GPS Units    by: GPS Review
Panic button
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If you’re actually an important person in real life, the Spark Nano GPS Tracker looks like a pretty cool doodad to keep in the pockets of your very-expensive pants. It’s basically a $200 panic button that alerts your friends and family that you’ve been kidnapped and/or marooned on an island somewhere.

Per the product description:

“The Spark Nano GPS Tracker with panic button is one of the smallest, most lightweight GPS Trackers available on the market today. Pressing the panic button sends an instant distress alert to family or friends pinpointing your exact GPS location. It’s the only device that can measure altitude and track for a continuous 5 days on a single battery charge. You can even choose to upgrade to a 6 month battery for extending GPS Tracking.”

The regular version costs $199.95 and the six month version costs $449.95. If you’re important enough to need this device, you can probably afford to upgrade to the longer battery — although if it takes up to six months to find you, perhaps your friends, family, and the local police department need to take a quick Google Maps class at the learning annex.

Spark Nano GPS Tracker [SkyMall]

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