TomTom VIA 1505TM 5-Inch GPS Navigator with Lifetime Traffic & Maps

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I purchased both units to compare them and in the end pick the unit that best suits my needs and preferences. I wanted to get a new GPS unit because the built in unit I have in my SUV is outdated. The portability, being able to use on another vehicle, and the free lifetime maps are really what I’m after but decided that lifetime traffic alerts is not a bad option either. I would like to point out that whatever you chose between the two, the decision will not be a mistake as they are both good GPS units, they both have their own strengths and weaknesses, but it will come down to what you really prefer or your comfort level.
I tested both units driving around where I live and when we went on vacation in Las Vegas. I had them mounted next to each other most of the time.
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Garmin dezl 560LMT 5-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable Trucking GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map & Traffic Updates

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I have had this unit for about 3 weeks and seems to be scary accurate!!! Got me in and out of NY and Richmond with little problem. Like all GPS use with a grain of salt but if it does route you a little goofy pretty easy to reroute. Doesn’t take to long to calculate the route unless you are in Virgina and tell it to avoid tolls to go out west on 80. The Truck stop finder and rest area functions are nice too. Doesn’t have very many of the mom and pop truck stops in it but has all of the big ones. The weigh scale one is good if your not sure were a scale is to check your weight before you go it will tell you were one is. It hasn’t froze on me at all or had any glitches. The traffic thing on it kind of sucks so don’t believe it when it tells you about delays. Over all I would recommend this unit.
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TomTom XXL 540M 5-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator (Lifetime Maps Edition)

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I have very mixed feelings about the gps. There are many things that I like about it, but there are also so many small details and functions that are lacking on it that TomTom either decided not to work on or decided to exclude. These little things that are missing drive me absolutely crazy at times and I don’t know if I can stand them or not. I may consider returning this gps and getting either a Garmin or Magellan instead. I don’t know yet. I really hope TomTom starts addressing some of these issues.

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Garmin nüvi 2475LT 4.3-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Traffic Updates

List Price: $229.99 USD New From: $195.69 In Stock

For some reason, Garmin releases a new mid-level GPS and I have to try it out. It’s not like I *really* have to. I was using a 1350LMT. I had lifetime maps and traffic…and lane assist! However, I’m lucky enough that I can afford a new GPS every year or two and I have family and friends who are happy to get the units I replace…and the split screen advanced lane guidance was too much to resist.

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Garmin nüvi 50 5-inch Portable GPS Navigator(US)

List Price: $149.99 USD New From: $99.99 In Stock Used from: $98.50 In Stock

The one thing that this GPS does not have is traffic. My last four GPS’s have had traffic and I have found it to be of limited usefulness. More than 50% of the time, the traffic has cleared out and you are still being alerted. The alternate routes around the traffic jams tend to be somewhat dubious.
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Garmin nüvi 1490LMT 5-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map & Traffic Updates

List Price: $349.99 USD New From: $149.98 In Stock Used from: $139.49 In Stock

The screen is impressive, while going from 4.3″ to 5″ does not sound like much it is really amazing how much more map and information that fits well on the screen. The screen itself is anti-glare that works, and very bright if you want it, I have the brightness at 60% and that is fine even in bright sunlight. The images are very crisp and clear, street names and such are auto-sized to not obstruct the map but big enough to read easily. The volume when it is reading out direction is also outstanding, so loud I have it also on 60%. So a solid 5 Stars on the screen and voice volume, as well as the pronunciation of the street names!

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Garmin nüvi 2555LMT 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Maps and Traffic

List Price: $199.99 USD New From: $194.97 In Stock Used from: $170.00 In Stock

Why I bought a Garmin Nuvi 2595LMT.
I have owned many voice command systems in my car from both Magellan and Garmin. I use my gps in my car and in my truck when pulling my 5th wheel. I had a Magellan Maestro 4050 with voice command since 2008 and decided to look around for a new one with a few more bells and whistles. I spent a week solid reading reviews and was ready to buy a Nuvi 3490LMT but kept on reading about software issues and after trying on at BestBuy didn’t see it worth $400 for a few additional features.
With that in mind I looked back to Magellan Roadmaster 1700 and a 4700 and even the 5175 Traveller and just couldn’t find one that had the features I wanted.
So back to Garmin I looked and found out that The Nuvi 2595LMT had everything I like and needed and was $150 less than the NUVI 3490LMT.

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Garmin nüvi 40LM 4.3-inch Portable GPS Navigator (US)

List Price: $149.99 USD New From: $99.99 In Stock Used from: $92.98 In Stock

I have had Garmin, Tom Tom, Sony and Magellan GPS’s over the last ten years. I have come back to Garmin for my last two because they have by far the best interface. My other Garmin is a 1690.

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Garmin nüvi 1350LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map & Traffic Updates

List Price: $249.99 USD New From: $112.96 In Stock Used from: $103.93 In Stock

I have this unit for 10 days now and overall I am very happy with it. For its mainstream feature, navigation, it is excellent. I had a Garmin 350 before this which I loved but it was stolen from my car. I had a Magellan after that which was crap. The price on this unit was great ($247 – Amazon).

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Garmin nüvi 1300LM 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map Updates

List Price: $219.99 USD New From: $105.40 In Stock Used from: $99.90 In Stock

After using my friend’s Nuvi in Scotland last year I said I have to have one of these! It worked great and saved us many lost hours while effortlessly assisting us through hundreds of poorly signed round-abouts. He had a basic but very reliable Nuvi without many features other than direction finding, which is the main idea. I wanted a reliable Nuvi but with a few of the more interesting features. After reading reviews I eliminated the 700 & 800 series because of all the reported freezes. I eliminated any with bluetooth functions for the same reason. After a lot of reviewing I went with the 1350T. I wanted lane assist and I wanted cityXplorer mapping because we go overseas a lot and I wanted to have enhanced pedestrian capabilities. I live in a rural town so free traffic alerts wasn’t too important but I do spend time in Phoenix, San Diego and LA occasionally so it was a plus.

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TomTom XXL 540TM 5-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator (Lifetime Traffic & Maps Edition)

List Price: $199.95 USD New From: $134.96 In Stock Used from: $106.55 In Stock

History with GPS Navigation:
I’ve used built-in Honda (Alpine), standalone Garmin, and Ford ‘Sync’ audio GPS navigation devices.
I loved the Honda navi for its size, and I hated it because updates were sparse and expensive.
I loved the Garmin for being up-to-date but I hated it because it always seemed to change its mind a lot, or direct me into strange areas.
I didn’t really care for the Ford Sync navigation, as it wasn’t a visual navi. Included for free with the car, but I choose not to use it. Maybe only good as a ‘back-up’ in case the TomTom fails– though I don’t think it ever will.

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Garmin nuvi 1300LM 4.3″ Portable GPS Bundle with Case, 2 Vehicle Mounts, and 2 Vehicle Cables

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If you were like me, and all these GPS car products are new, then this is the bundle for you. Comes with all you need, though the only suggestion I would give to the sellers is to have a wall plug charger with this bundle unit as well. Other than that, good product and great value for the money.

http://www.emarket-online.com/garmin-nuvi-1300lm-4-3-portable-gps-bundle-with-case-2-vehicle-mounts-and-2-vehicle-cables/

Garmin nüvi 3490LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Maps and Traffic

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I presently have the Nuvi 3790 and almost didn’t go for this new unit. I am now glad I did. I have a number of trips all over in the next few weeks and was anxious to get this unit before they began. Had it pre-ordered on Amazon, they sent me a note that it was shipping and then it didn’t and got delayed, so I got it elsewhere.

http://www.emarket-online.com/garmin-nuvi-3490lmt-4-3-inch-portable-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-maps-and-traffic/

Garmin nüvi 40 4.3-inch Portable GPS Navigator(US Only)

List Price: $119.99 USD New From: $95.00 In Stock Used from: $79.94 In Stock

Second Garmin I have owned. This one has all the bells & whistles the older unit did not have including searching for red light cameras Excellent product for the money. Cons the time between battery charging is much shorter on this one most likely due to all of the extra info it has.

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TomTom VIA 1535TM 5-Inch Bluetooth GPS Navigator with Lifetime Traffic & Maps and Voice Recognition

List Price: Price Not Listed New From: Check Amazon For Pricing In Stock Used from: $115.00 In Stock

I purchased both units to compare them and in the end pick the unit that best suits my needs and preferences. I wanted to get a new GPS unit because the built in unit I have in my SUV is outdated. The portability, being able to use on another vehicle, and the free lifetime maps are really what I’m after but decided that lifetime traffic alerts is not a bad option either. I would like to point out that whatever you chose between the two, the decision will not be a mistake as they are both good GPS units, they both have their own strengths and weaknesses, but it will come down to what you really prefer or your comfort level.
I tested both units driving around where I live and when we went on vacation in Las Vegas. I had them mounted next to each other most of the time.

http://www.emarket-online.com/tomtom-via-1535tm-5-inch-bluetooth-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-traffic-maps-and-voice-recognition/

Garmin nüvi 50LM 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator(US)

List Price: $179.99 USD New From: $119.98 In Stock Used from: $108.98 In Stock

The one thing that this GPS does not have is traffic. My last four GPS’s have had traffic and I have found it to be of limited usefulness. More than 50% of the time, the traffic has cleared out and you are still being alerted. The alternate routes around the traffic jams tend to be somewhat dubious.
http://www.emarket-online.com/garmin-nuvi-50lm-5-inch-portable-gps-navigatorus/

Dell Streak 7 4G Android Tablet (T-Mobile)

List Price: $549.99 USD New From: $222.50 In Stock Used from: $169.99 In Stock Release date February 1, 2011.

I bought this tablet after playing with it in a T-mobile store..i also tried the Samsung Galaxy Tab too while i was there.This thing blows the Tab out the water as far as performance goes..but the Tab has better graphics due to it’s 1024 by 600 display.But for me it was no brainer to get the Streak.I was going to get the Motorola Xoom but it’s priced way too high & seeing as my Streak 7 pretty much has nearly the same specs as the Xoom i just can’t see wasting nearly $900 for the Xoom.
The battery life on the Streak 7 is pretty much my only complaint.But i bought a car charger for it however.Other than that this thing is perfect.The screen responds incredibly well.Games like Asphalt 5 look amazing on it!!! The 4g speeds are incredible.I love being able to go anywhere & use this thing.I even got rid of my Archos 70 internet tablet after buying this item.Plus my brand new Ipod touch(4th gen) pretty much collects dust now lol.Apple won’t let you view flash based websites..The Streak 7 has no problem loading the full desktop version of Cnn & Espn websites.Plus this tablet will get Honeycomb 3.0 when it comes out thanks to the Tegra 2 dual core processor..There is no tablet that can compete with this one at the moment.

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