UPDATE: This model has been discontinued. For a list of current TomTom models and their features, please see our TomTom comparison chart.
The TomTom GO 740 LIVE
Archives for 2009
TomTom GO 740 LIVE review
May 26, 2009 By 2 Comments
Garmin nuvi 465T review
May 10, 2009 By 7 Comments
UPDATE: Read my GPS for trucks page.
UPDATE 2: This model has been discontinued, although the nuvi 465LMT is still available.
The Garmin nüvi 465T
Garmin App Store? Map Store?
May 9, 2009 By Leave a Comment
Okay, they may not be calling it that, but Garmin is now making much of its map and software library available for download direct from their site. Essentially, this means any map that’s currently available as an SD card, cityXplorer maps, Language Guides, and Travel Guides. Hit the jump for the full list.
Garmin Oregon 550 and 550T
May 7, 2009 By 30 Comments
UPDATE: Read my hands on Garmin Oregon 550t review. I’ve also posted a page for the Oregon 550.
The Garmin Oregon 550 and 550T are being announced this morning, models that were first rumored back in March. The 550 series brings several new features to the Oregon line:
- As expected, a camera (3.2 megapixels, 4x zoom, auto-focus) for snapping geotagged photos
- A tri-axial compass, so you don’t have to hold it level when navigating
- An “enhanced sunlight-readable touchscreen,” hopefuly improving one of the few negative characteristics of this high-resolution display series
- Two-precharged AA NiMH batteries and a charger are included as well!
Navigon USA folds
May 4, 2009 By 46 Comments
Following several days of speculation in blogs and on message boards, Navigon CEO Egon Minar has confirmed that they will “withdraw from the PND business in North America.” Though they are saying this is “for the time being,” I seriously doubt that they will ever reverse this decision. Navigon is keeping their Chicago office open, but it is unclear what level (if any) of support services will remain, or if Navigon owners will be able to purchase new services.
Garmin nuvi 1490T offers 5-inch screen
April 16, 2009 By 3 Comments
Update: Read my hands on Garmin nuvi 1490T review.
The Garmin nuvi 1490T was announced today, a 5-inch wide version of the recently unveiled 1200 and 1300 series units. This will be a relatively high-end model, with lifetime traffic alerts, lane assist / junction view and Bluetooth. It also brings something to the table not found on the 1200/1300 models – multi-destination routing.
Dual use GPS for road and trail
April 8, 2009 By 38 Comments
UPDATE: The Magellan eXplorist 710, introduced in the fall of 2010, is another dual-use unit worthy of consideration.
UPDATE 2: Garmin has a new dual use entry with their Garmin Montana series.
I want a GPS that does it all; this has got to be one of the most frequent requests I hear.
Several companies have tried to create GPS receivers that will work well on the road or in your hand — for backcountry use, geocaching or what have you. The latest example is the Garmin nuvi 500 series, pictured above at left.
Magellan RoadMate 1340, 1440 and 1470
April 6, 2009 By 43 Comments
UPDATE: Read our hands-on Magellan RoadMate 1470 review. I’ve also posted a page for the Magellan RoadMate 1440.
It’s official now; Magellan has introduced three new models – the RoadMate 1340, 1440 and 1470. Each of the new models offers their One Touch interface, AAA TourBook, text-to-speech, Highway Lane Assist, exit POIs and multi-destination routing.
Here are the details:
Magellan beefs up features on RoadMate line
April 6, 2009 By 2 Comments
UPDATE: Read our hands-on Magellan RoadMate 1470 review. I’ve also posted pages for the Magellan RoadMate 1220 and 1440.
Though there’s been no official announcement, Magellan quietly rolled out three new RoadMate units at CTIA last week, and one – the 4.7” Magellan RoadMate 1470
The new models add features to the entry-level RoadMate series that were previously found only on the Maestro line. For example, the RoadMate 1470 includes Magellan’s new “One Touch” interface, multi-destination routing, highway lane assist, and AAA TourBook features.
I’ll post details on all the new models as soon as the info becomes available.
Garmin Forerunner 405CX review
April 5, 2009 By 5 Comments
UPDATE: This model has been discontinued. For information on current models, check out our GPS for runners page.
The Garmin Forerunner 405CX 
