CommentaryLegendary Rapper Voices TomTom, Y'AllLegendary rapper Snoop Dogg joins the (slowly) growing ranks of celebrities that have lent their dulcet tones to GPS systems. Google Announces Free GPS Service. Uh-Oh. GPS-enabled smartphones like the Apple iPhone and have taken a chunk out of Garmin and TomTom's marketshare, and the Google-powered Motorola Droid even includes free navigation. Find out why this is terrible news for PND manufacturers. |
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Our Favorite GPS Receivers
The Garmin nuvi 780 has proven to be a very versatile and desirable GPS receiver. It's a year old, but this best-seller can still show you the best route from point A to point B at an affordable price. The nuvi 780 is a simple, unobtrusive guide that can slip easily into your bag or pocket and still turn your dashboard into a slick, easy-to-read and easy-to-use navigation center with its bright display and 4.3-inch screen. There are hundreds of reviews from satisfied consumers who have not been led astray by the Garmin nuvi 780.
The TomTom Go 930T has a 4.3-inch widescreen display. The Go 930T has Bluetooth connectivity, meaning if you have a Bluetooth-enabled device like a cell phone, you can link them up and use the GPS receiver as a hands-free car kit while you drive. The Go 930T also comes with a free, one-year subscription to the TMC traffic service, for real-time traffic updates.
The Magellan RoadMate 1412 is a luxurious GPS receiver, featuring a vivid, 4.3-inch widescreen LCD with touchscreen capabilities. The RoadMate 1412 makes navigating easy; simply tap the screen to set routes, waypoints, and change settings. It also has text-to-speech functionality, allowing it to articulate the names of specific streets as well as point-by-point directions. The RoadMare 1412 is an affordable, attractive portable GPS receiver that will make your time in the car a lot less frustrating and a lot more enjoyable.
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