Editorial Review

Sporting a convenient windshield mount and preloaded maps of all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and Canada, the Magellan RoadMate 360 GPS makes vehicle navigation a snap. To get from point A to point B, simply touch the screen to enter an address or select from nearly two million points of interest (POI). Once the destination is clear, the RoadMate 360 delivers friendly voice prompting and turn-by-turn guidance, helping you find your way across town or across the country. The directions are displayed in TrueView 3-D format, with three convenient guidance screens, while the voice prompts help keep your eyes focused on the road when the traffic is heavy. Plus, the POIs aren't limited to just restaurants, hotels, and gas stations; they also include such locations as grocery stores, golf courses, museums, amusement parks, parking garages, ski resorts, and more. Read more

Features

• Plug-and-play vehicle GPS navigator with preloaded maps of all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and Canada
• Easy-to-use touch-screen interface offers turn-by-turn directions with audible voice prompts
• 2 million points of interest (POI), including restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, hotels, golf courses, and more
• Built-in Trip Planner for programming trips with multiple destinations; 2.9 x 2.2 inch color LCD display
• Includes windshield mount and power cord; 6.2 x 3.1 x 2.1 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

Reviews (30)

Easy to use- great productbut one problem
Bright screen - fast lock in to staellite - very easy to use - great windshield mount.This is a great product with one exception.Once in a while the directions are insane.I have several cases of route differences but nothing of any real concern.99% of the time everything is OK.It is that 1-2% that really bother me.The route instructions are just not even close. Normal recomputing when I choose a route that varies slightly from the 360's route is accurate and fast.I dont know what would happen if I followed the 1% route that is just plain wrong - Once in a while you might find it is a good idea to trust you senses - I am normally very good at that but just be aware that it "can" be way off one in a great while

Good equipment, but unreliable features
I agree with all the good stuff listed against this product (model -360). I have been using this for about 6 months now (brought it for a $100 more).
Great unit, arguably useful.
I bought one of these to use on a short interstate roadtrip.It was nice to have, and helped me make sure I stayed on track.
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Editorial Review

If you're looking for a premium vehicle GPS navigation system, one with text-to-speech and the ability to gather real-time traffic information, the StreetPilot 2720 is the answer. In addition to the turn-by-turn voice-prompted navigation available in earlier StreetPilot models, the 2720's text-to-speech functionality allows the unit to audibly announce the names of upcoming streets and points of interest, letting you keep your eyes on the road while navigating through busy traffic and tricky roadways.Read more

Features

• Alphanumeric remote control
• Preprogrammed hard drive storage
• Audible and visual navigation instructions and warnings
• 8-bit color LCD with touch screen
• Voice prompts that actually tell you which street (by name) to turn on (Text-To-Speech) and optional traffic alerts

Reviews (105)

It's a chunk of money, but...
I've never regreted buying this thing. It's been on several trips and used in my work on a daily basis. No, I don't believe you'll find one that will always be 100% accurate, maybe on down the road, but I've been super impressed with it's capabilities. Going to Atlanta this next week and it sure is sweet not to sweat being in the right lane through metropolitan areas. At 18, not knowing exactly where I was going was fun, now at 42 it's not fun anymore. This unit has put some thrill back into the trip process, "Jill" and I are tight.

I can't live without it.
I bought this whilst in California and found it useful when going on trips to Yosemite etc.You just plug in and go. (You almost don't need to ever read the instructions it is so easy.) I was the main driver and it meant no more arguments of the best way to go or shouting because turns had been missed.Then I moved to Washington D.C with my family and the Garmin StreetPilot 2720 became the valuable piece of equipment.Where ever we were trying to go it got us there.I loved the fact you can just type in a shop name like Target and it will give you options of all the nearest ones.There is no more staring blindly at maps trying to figure out where you are and how to get back.I can truly say that I will never life without a navigation system.It is worth its weight in gold just for the now stress free trips to whether we feel like.
Functional and affordable GPS
The Garmin StreetPilot 2720 is the best GPS currently on Amazon for two reasons.First, this GPS is only a year old, and costs half as much as it originally did!Second, you will not sacrifice features by paying less for this GPS.It costs what a mid-level unit costs, but it is quite an advanced system.
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Editorial Review

No larger than a baseball and priced with affordability in mind, the StreetPilot i3 GPS navigation system is a great fit for commuters, college students, and corporate travelers looking to experience the ease and enjoyment of satellite navigation for the first time. Don't let the small size fool you; the i3 boasts many of the same powerful functions as Garmin's premium vehicle GPS navigators. The StreetPilot i3 features a unique and convenient click-to-enter scroll wheel and a Back button that makes it easy to select a destination from the unit's menu-driven interface. It also offers voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions through a built-in speaker, and should you miss a turn, the i3 will automatically recalculate the route to put you back on course. And perhaps most conveniently, the unit moves easily from vehicle to vehicle thanks to the integrated suction cup mount, so you don't need to go through a cumbersome process each time you change cars.Read more

Features

• WAAS-enabled 12-parallel-channel vehicle GPS navigator with suction-cup mount
• Built-in speaker offers voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions via intuitive menu-driven interface
• Includes City Select North America DVD, with nearly 6 million points of interest in U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico
• 128 MB Transflash data card receives mapping data; 32,000-color sunlight-readable TFT display
• Runs on 2 AA batteries or included 12-volt adapter cable; 3 x 2.74 x 2.15 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

Reviews (95)

I love this thing.......
I have to admit it, when I bought the Garmin StreetPilot i3 I wasn't sure if it could do what it was supposed to do. I tested out in my home area for about 2 weeks. I took a small trip with a couple of friends we were about 60 miles from home. My friend has a brand new luxury vehicle with a GPS that she didn't know how to use. I had my StreetPilot i3 so we used it going down. I was pleasently surprised to find out that the voice response on theGarmin StreetPilot i3 was loud enough to hear over our conversation. There were three women in the car talking and we could hear the turn by turn voice instructions loud and clear, and accurate on the Garmin StreetPilot i3. On the way back home we had figured out how to use the cars built in GPS so we programed it and set out for home, we could hardly hear the turn by turn instructions on the cars system so coming back home was a little quiet (boring) because we had to be quiet so that we could hear the instructions.
great GPS
This was my first GPS and had been using for last 8 months it works great . Highly recommended . Now i bought Garmin C320

great unit with low cost
I wanted to buy GPS unit with low cost. This definitely falls into that category. Picked one up at Costco which as on sale this month. The unit works great, picks up satellite in most cases and calculates route fairly quickly. However, it did loose signals going to LA from SF while on Hwy 156 mountains and also on Hwy 5 which is flat. Great audio and screen resolution.
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Editorial Review

Knowledge is power, and thanks to the advanced technology packed into the Garmin StreetPilot 2730, you'll get plenty of both. The big news about this model in comparison to its predecessor, the 2720, is the addition of XM radio capabilities. With a subscription to XM radio services, you'll get real-time XM NavTraffic, XM WX Weather, and XM Radio service. What does all that mean? When coupled with Garmin's legendary GPS technology, it means you'll always know not only exactly where you are, and but also what lies ahead.Read more

Features

• Uses integrated XM radio receiver to deliver real-time traffic information, weather and entertainment
• Widescreen, automotive-grade touch-screen display automatically dims and brightens based on ambient light conditions
• Built-in MP3 player
• Text-to-speech technology speaks the names of streets and tells you when to turn and in what direction
• Includes MapSource City Navigator NT North America maps of the entire United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico

Reviews (25)

Maybe I'm Missing something
I've used the Garmin GPS III handheld unit for years and one of the map features I always appreciated was that Interstate rest stops were on every map.Everything works great with the 2730 Street Pilot and the XM radio feature is fine but do I really need to know there are 6 grass strip airports within a 5 mile radius?Are the rest stops somewhere in the POI's that I have missed?

Motorcycle friendly GPS
I had been searching the various GPS manufacturers for awhile before settling on the 2730. I recently took a motorcycle trip to Wyoming from NY and had this GPS mounted on the handlebars. Very well made unit that made my trip much more enjoyable. I purchased this particular unit over others by TomTom and Garmin because I liked the XM weather/traffic/radio combination more than the bluetooth capability of the 'rider' and the 2820 (although the 2820 offers XM also, it does not supply the antenna as the 2730 does). Being able to answer the phone on my bike doesn't seem the safest option, and I had heard that the bluetooth headsets don't have quite the sound quality I would want for traffic/music.
Garmin Streetpilot 2730
This is the best GPS I have ever owned. The only drawback I can find is the maps are not up to date and I have downloaded all the updates. Garmin needs to update their maps otherwise this thing is GREAT. ... Read more

Features

• Plug-and-play vehicle GPS navigator with preloaded maps of all 50 U.S. states, Puerto Rico, and Canada
• Easy-to-use touchscreen interface offers turn-by-turn directions with audible voice prompts
• 2 million points of interest (POI), including restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, hotels, golf courses, and more
• Includes windshield mount and power cord; easy-to-read LCD display; 6.2 x 3.1 x 2.1 inches (W x H x D)
• Remanufactured to like-new condition; 90-day manufacturer's warranty

Reviews (5)

Not up to par with other Magellans
I have had a few GPS units in my car.My last a Magellan 700 roadmate was stolen from my car and so I decided to get this unit.
Great GPS, Poor mount
I have had this GPS for about a month, and it is extremely easy to use and had minimal set up.So far it has gotten me about 20 places with pretty good directions.The only problem I can see with it is with the cheap design of the mounting hardware.Mine is already broken and I have resorted to industrial strength velcro on the dash.

Worked right out of the box
This was the first remanufactured electronic device that I purchased but Amazon and Magellan are reputable companies and the price was unbelievable.I had used the Hertz NeverLost version so I just had to plug it in and it was ready to use.The user interface is very intuitive and the touch screen makes it even easier to use.It works great in the Los Angeles area and I plan to use it along the entire west coast.The unit came with the latest software already loaded and was in brand new condition. ... Read more

Features

• Quick and easy to navigate via click-to-enter scroll wheel
• WAAS-enabled, 12 parallel channel GPS patch antenna for reliability
• 240 x 176 pixel, high-contrast monochrome FSTN screen with backlight for easy viewing
• Offers three-dimensional mapping perspective, or two-dimensional overhead view
• Runs on 12-volte power adapter, or on two AA batteries for up to 7 hours

Reviews (78)

Wonderful!
I'm so happy with my Garmin i2.Its a reliable little companion on my trips and I will never again drive for hours on unknown roads getting further and further from my destination. The Garmin always gets me where I need to go.Bravo!

Practical hints and observations for buyers
I've had the i2 for a few days only now. When buying, my main decision was between the i2, i3, and i5. I considered other models on the market too expensive. The i2 is monochrome with no maps installed, the i3 is color with no maps installed, and the i5 is color with maps preinstalled. Does color make a difference? Does preinstalled maps make a difference? After buying the i2, I feel I am not missing out on anything. Here are some practical suggestions:
works as good as any I have tried, better than most
Have had unit since November, 2005, so a longer term review here.
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Editorial Review

Coming to the United States after making a splash across Europe, the TomTom ONE is a complete portable GPS vehicle navigation device with an incredible range of features. A sleek design, comprehensive wireless capabilities, and a sharp display combine to make the TomTom ONE a vital companion on the road. Like TomTom's other navigation systems, ONE gives you coverage in all fifty of the United States.Read more

Features

• Door-to-door navigational coverage in 50 states, Puerto Rico, and all Canadian provinces
• Brilliant 3.5-inch touch-sensitive TFT display for easy operation and clear graphics
• Detailed voice instructions with multiple language options
• Memory features for saving favorite destinations
• Built-in Bluetooth connection and USB port

Reviews (4)

Pretty Good
I just took this unit on a 5000 mile road trip from Chicago to San Antonio, to Phoenix and back.The unit was worth the price, especially for finding routes off the interstate system.
waste of money
Looks nice but i had to return it because of constant glitches. Instead, I got a Garmin Nuvi which costs more but is well worth the money. You get what you pay for!

Needs some tweaking, but all around a great nav system.
I've been using my TomTom ONE for a week and a half or so and overall, I'm quite happy with it.Out of the box or after having been moved a significant distance while off, the unit takes about a minute or so at most to determine its position.From a warm start, it's usually a matter of seconds.
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Editorial Review

With an effective in-car navigation system at your side, you can say goodbye to the good old days of pulling over and asking directions. But designing an effective system, one that brings together the right mix of speed, accuracy, and simplicity has been a long, hard road for many manufacturers--leading many folks to stick with the human touch of the gas station attendant. The latest in-car GPS units deserve a serious look, though, especially by those who've sworn them off as too inaccurate, too complicated, and too expensive. The TomTom GO 910 embodies much of what's really great about the next generation of systems, and in many ways it's successful at making drivers feel as if there's a helpful guide along for the ride.Read more

Features

• Portable GPS navigator with built-in 20 GB hard drive and intuitive 4-inch LCD touchscreen interface
• Delivers turn-by-turn directions in 36 languages and more than 50 voices; preloaded U.S, Canada, and Europe maps
• Bluetooth functionality communicates wirelessly with cell phone or headset for hands-free calling
• Built-in MP3 player and digital photo viewer; text-to-speech option announces street and place names
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery; measures 4.2 x 3.1 x 2.5 inches (W x H x D); 2-year warranty

Reviews (32)

Problem with docking station
I've had the unit for about a month and I'm having a difficult time with the docking station in the car.The suction part works fine but the arm does not hold the unit in place very well.Also when snaping the 910 to the dockng station sometimes it takes a couple of tries to make sure it's attached.This is a new unit I've used a Garmin unit in the past and did not have this problem.For these units to be portable they need a better docking interface.I can see a problem poping up very soon with a pin being broken or bent and there is no way to charge the device without the docking station.

Top Notch GPS!!
I usually do not write any reviews but I felt like I had to give my two cents about this product. The GO 910 has everything I need and want in a portable GPS. The out of the box experience was easy, the navigation top-rate, the re-calculation time when I missed my exit was quick, and, best of all, I could come home and dock the unit to my PC to download my address book. It even updates the software in the background as I work. Absolutely FREE - no fees!
Old maps
I bought the Garmin 2720 after returning my Tom Tom 910 in the year 2006.
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Editorial Review

While you're navigating your way to your next destination, there's no reason you can't entertain yourself along the way. The Magellan RoadMate 800 Multimedia GPS Travel Companion lets you do exactly that. With a built-in MP3 player and photo viewer, along with Magellan's leading GPS navigation system, there's nothing quite like the Roadmate 800 for your next road trip.Read more

Features

• Portable, plug and play GPS guidance system with MP3 player and photo viewer
• 4.5 GB available memory for music and photos
• Holds over 6 million points of interest, one million custom POIs, and 200 personal addresses for quick reference
• Includes Bird’s-eye, 3-D Viewing, Multi-destination Route Optimization, Voice Guidance and Trip Planner features
• Only 10.8 ounces in weight and 3.15 x 1.55 x 6.26-inches (W x D x L) in dimension

Reviews (28)

Magellan for Nervous Navigators (Like ME!)
I bought the Magellan 800 not wanting to spend alot but wanting good quality for my needs.It gets me to my destinations very well, sometimes I would choose another route and it keeps going on (unless you "escape") telling you where to turn but you may know a better way but it helps to get you to where you want to go.I am unsure if you can "teach it" but I'll learn that part soon I'm sure.
Returned GPS
This was a top notch GPS but my husband prefers his small one so we returned the Magellan

Terrible accessaries.
Terrible accessaries.
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Editorial Review

The Magellan RoadMate 6000T for North America is a remarkably versatile GPS navigation system. Equipped with viewing and entertainment options, cell phone connectivity, and of course navigational coverage for the United States, including Puerto Rico, and Canada, the 6000T meets most of your mobile needs. Loaded with a wide variety of options to help you plan daily commutes, vacation trips, and errands, the 6000T packs advanced technology in an easy-to-use unit to make your driving experience the best it can be.Read more

Features

• Brilliant 3.5-inch color display for easy operation and sharp images
• Bluetooth-enabled for hands-free calling with your cell phone
• Preloaded with over six million points of interest, such as gas stations, restaurants, ATMs, airports, parks, historic sites, and museums
• Plays digital music files
• Full navigational coverage in the U.S., including Puerto Rico, and Canada

Reviews (1)

Best Portable Automobile GPS on the Market
I have had the Magellan 6000T now for 2 months and I can't imagine traveling without it. I have traveled for 19 years and made more U-turns than I can shake a stick at.
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Editorial Review

Garmin has long been a leader in automotive GPS technology. Now they're taking it to the next level with the StreetPilot 2820. All the powerful GPS goodness is here, plus a healthy dose of media storage for preloaded North American street maps all your MP3s, as well as Bluetooth wireless technology so you can make hands-free calls on a compatible phone. You also get XM radio compatibility, a massive points of interest (POI) database, and an audiobook player. Simply put, if you want to get the most out of your time on the road, the 2820 is the answer.Read more

Features

• For motorcyclists, the navigation audio prompts can be wirelessly sent to the headset using Bluetooth wireless technology
• Allows simultaneous connection to both headsets & cell phones using Bluetooth wireless technology
• The optional GTM 10 or GTM 12 provides real-time Traffic Message Channel (TMC) data
• Loading MP3s is “drag-and-drop” easy – no special software is required
• Send audio to the car stereo through the 3.5 mm stereo headphone/line-out plug

Reviews (7)

Great portable unit, but in hindsight, the smaller square models are best
The sound is clear and it even has an audio out jack for my auxiliary input jack of my stereo. So, if I'm *really* paranoid about missing audio cues when I'm driving, I don't miss them now. Alternatively, if you pair it with a bluetooth headset, you should be able to get the same in ear (of course you could also use the audio out for regular headphones while driving, say one earbud in, if you wanted).
Bulky, too much $$ for the size
Overall performance was great on this unit.I took 3 units for a 30 day trial run, this was the first one.The unit did everyrthing it was supposed to do flawlessly.The points of interest catagories by Garmin are superior they give you full address and phone number.It came in handy on Hawaii when we wanted ice cream and it was 10pm, we looked up Bakin Robins and called them phone number to find out they were open for another hour, deifinately a time saver.
My second Garmin GPS: Extremely good, but missing lower-end features.
This is the second Garmin product I've purchased, the first being a StreetPilot C320 for my mother which I've also used extensively. (I've reviewed the C320 also. Most of the good things I pointed out in that review also apply here, so read that one if you want more details than what I give here.) This one was purchased for myself and my wife to use in our new car. (New toys! Hooray!)
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Editorial Review

The fully loaded Lowrance iWay 500C Automotive GPS+WASS Receiver with MP3 Player not only gets you where you need to go, but it also lets you relax along the way with your favorite digital music files. Simply pick a destination via the easy-to-use touchscreen display, choose your favorite tune, and you're on you way. The iWay 500C will automatically display the best route and give you turn-by-turn directions with voice and visual guidance while you listen to your music. And being WAAS-enabled means that the iWay 500C is accurate within three meters, making it a great fit for scavenger hunts as well as road trips.Read more

Features

• Combination vehicle GPS navigation system and MP3 player with 5-inch color TFT display
• Built-in 20 GB hard drive with 10 GB for maps and 10 GB for MP3 files
• Built-in precision GPS WAAS receiver with 12 parallel channels
• Stores up to 5,000 MP3 files depending on compression rates and song lengths
• Measures 6.1 x 4.5 x 2.15 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

Reviews (53)

Great addition for the car.
The Lowrance 500C works great. It is especially helpful when making several stops in unfamiliar places. I was surprised to find it was able to navigate to my week-end home which is on a dirt road in the mountains. The mount is quite secure. My Nissan Pathfinder provides a space for the unit to rest. The screen is large and bright enough to see in all lights. Sound from the power cord is loud and clear without attaching to your speakers. The unit is heavy but detaches easily when it is removed. I purchased the unit from Amazon who delivered it promptly as promised.
Lot of features, no use
I have this unit for 1 year now. Greatest problems. (BTW, I have latest software 1.7.0)
Don't buy it
Don't buy this unit. The database is terrible, and Lowrance wants $75 for an update. This unit has sent me on wild goose chases looking for stores that moved from the database's given address years ago. It has no listing for businesses that have existed for years, and more often than not tells you to turn after you already passed the street it wanted you to turn on. Extremely disappointing, and definitely not worth the money. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

With a massive, seven-inch touchscreen display and groundbreaking traffic information, weather and entertainment features, the Garmin 7200 is Read more

Features

• High-end automotive GPS navigator with 480-by-234-pixel 7-inch color TFT touch-screen display
• Text-to-speech technology announces the names of streets and delivers turn-by-turn directions
• Integrated XM radio receiver delivers real-time traffic info, weather, and entertainment; built-in MP3 player
• Includes MapSource City Navigator NT North America software with maps of U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico
• Built-in A/V input for connecting portable DVD player; 7.5 x 4.5 x 2.2 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

Reviews (15)

Crappy Service From Garmin
When it works it is great.Unfortunately, I lost the lottery.Mine takes 20 minutes to get it to boot up.And if you have never wanted to kill someone, trying to get help from Garmin will turn you into a serial killer.
Great Navigator
Over the past 5 years I have owned and used Kenwood Navigator ($3000), DeLorme Navigator, Microsoft Streets & Trips w GPS; all unsatisfactory. The Garmin 7200 tops them all.I would have to nit-pick to field any complaints about this product.Easy to set up and easy to use.No annoying behaviors.

DC power plug blows fuse
I have the streetpilot 7200 and I like it very much. Talked my girl friend into getting one and found a glich when connecting the 12 vdc power plug. She has a 94' Ford Tarus with the conventional cigarette lighter socket. When inserting the gps 12 vdc plug into her cigarette socket the fuse blows. This was also the case when I used my unit to verify problem. It also will blow the fuse without the gps unit attached. Using a multimeter I found that if the tip of the plug is recessed flush with the plug body it shorts out the fuse. My Honda civic 06' model has a accessory plug and this does not occur. The design of this power plug for older cars is faulty. I temporary corrected the problem by inserting a rubber washer to fit inside the socket to prevent the plug from being inserted to the depth that would allow the tip and the body to be flush resulting in a short circuit! Washer size: 7/8"od x 3/8"id x 1/8"h. UPDATE: Garmin shipped us 2 new cables via overnight delivery. They worked great. It's refreshing to see a company that backs up their products.They were very professional and polite. ... Read more