Sunday, March 18, 2012

Garmin nuvi 44LM

Garmin nuvi 44LM review

The Garmin nuvi 44LM is one of the company’s 2013 Essential series models. While this 4.3″ device is considered an entry-level model, it includes features such as speed limit display, junction view and lane assist; things that were relegated to high-end units not that long ago. The 44LM comes with preloaded maps of the US and Canada, includes lifetime map updates, and is a great choice for someone who needs a basic navigator without a bunch of bells and whistles. read more

Garmin nuvi 52LM review

Garmin nuvi 52LM reviewHands on Garmin nuvi 52LM review

The Garmin nuvi 52LM is one of the company’s 2013 Essential series models, and while considered an entry-level device, it includes features such as speed limit display, junction view and lane assist – things that were relegated to high-end models not that long ago. It’s a great choice for someone who needs a basic navigator without the bells and whistles, and it’s got an extra-large 5″ display to boot. It also comes with preloaded maps of the entire US except Alaska and lifetime map updates. read more

Garmin dezl 760LMT

Garmin dezl 760LMT reviewsThe seven-inch Garmin Dezl 760LMT updates the 5″ dezl 560LMT, and is Garmin’s largest truck GPS. In addition to the larger screen, the 760LMT also adds voice command, a headphone jack/audio line out, and display of the elevation grade for the road you’re driving. read more

TomTom START 45M

TomTom START 45M reviews

The TomTom START 45M is a new entry-level TomTom, with a 4.3″ screen and lifetime map updates. It comes with Advanced Lane Guidance, speed limit display and preloaded maps of the US and Canada.

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Magellan eXplorist 510 review

Magellan eXplorist 510

Hands on with the Magellan eXplorist 510

The Magellan eXplorist 510 is a mid-range model in Magellan’s handheld line. Like the eXplorist 610 and 710, this model sports a bright 3.0” color touchscreen and 3.2 MP geotagging camera, along with a microphone and speaker for field notes. All three units have a micro-SD slot for memory expansion, are set up for paperless geocaching, and come with a pre-loaded “World Edition” basemap that features a full road network for the US, Canada, Western Europe and Australia.

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Garmin tempe review

Garmin tempe screenshot

Garmin tempe temperature data shown on Montana 600 screen

The Garmin tempe is an external temperature sensor that is compatible with many Garmin handhelds that have ANT+ wireless data transfer capability, including the Dakota 20, fenix, GPSMAP 62s(t)(c), GPSMAP 78s(c), Montana series and Oregon x50 series. Compatibility has also been promised for the eTrex 30 and Rino 650/655t, but so far we’ve only seen a beta firmware update for the eTrex 30 allowing it. read more

Garmin Forerunner 10

Garmin Forerunner 10 group

The Garmin Forerunner 10 is a new entry level GPS sportswatch, introduced in the fall of 2012. With a $129.99 list price, you’ll only get the basics, but that includes how far and how fast you’ve ran, calories, pace and personal records. And you can upload all your data to Garmin Connect and share it if you wish.

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Garmin fenix review

Garmin fenix review

Hands on Garmin fenix review

The Garmin Fenix is a new backcountry sportswatch, Garmin’s first to use their popular Forerunner form factor. With an up to 50 hour battery life, this wrist-top GPS is most likely to appeal to two classes of users: (1) those who want both hands free (rock climbers, off trail hikers, and even some hunters and fishermen) and (2) those who demand a long battery life, such as backpackers.

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TomTom VIA 1605TM review

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Hands on review of the TomTom VIA 1605TM

The TomTom VIA 1605TM is an unusual size; it’s the first 6″ navigator that I’m aware of. TomTom seems to be investigating a new sweet spot, between the 5″ models which have come to dominate our rankings and the 7″ behemoths Magellan is hawking to the truck and RV crowd.  read more

Garmin Approach S3

Garmin Approach S3 reviewThe Garmin Approach S3 is wristwatch form-factor GPS for golf that improves upon the first-generation S1 with a touchscreen display and 28,000 worldwide preloaded courses (the s1 only has North American courses).

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