Sunday, March 18, 2012

Archives for October 2010

Garmin nuvi 1490LMT

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The Garmin nüvi 1490LMT adds lifetime map updates to the nuvi 1490T (which already includes lifetime traffic). Introduced in 2009 (here is a list of more recent nuvi introductions), the 1490LMT also comes with a 5” wide screen and multi-destination routing, features not found on any of the nuvi 12xx or 13xx models.

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Garmin Forerunner 210 and 410 announced

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UPDATE: I now have pages up for the Garmin Forerunner 210 and Forerunner 410, complete with links to hands on reviews.

Garmin has announced two new fitness watches this morning, the Forerunner 210 and Forerunner 410. The models introduced today are designed to complement the rest of the  x10 series, the Forerunner 110 and 310XT watches. One notable new feature for the 410 is an enhanced touch bezel that “provides unmatched reliability in sweaty, rainy conditions.” You can compare the new models to the other x10 series units here.

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Garmin nuvi 1300LM

Garmin-nuvi-1300LM-review UPDATEThis model has been discontinued. For current recommendations, please refer to our auto GPS buyers guide.

The Garmin nuvi 1300LM adds lifetime map updates to the popular Garmin nuvi 1300.  A relatively low-end unit in a line of Garmin GPS navigators introduced in 2009 (here is a list of more recent nuvi introductions), albeit one with a 4.3” widescreen, it comes pre-loaded with maps of the entire United States with the exception of Alaska.

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