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Google Announces Free GPS Service. Uh-Oh.
The news keeps getting worse for Garmin and TomTom. Over the past several years, they've dominated the market for personal navigation devices, but GPS-enabled smart phones like the Apple iPhone have taken a chunk out of their marketshare. Soon, Google will include a free navigation service with smart phones running their Android operating system. Find out why this is terrible news for PND manufacturers.


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Garmin nüvi 780

Grade: A-
What Does This Grade Mean: A-
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $183.50
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.

TomTom GO 930T

Grade: B
What Does This Grade Mean: B
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $339.99
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.

Magellan RoadMate 1412

Grade: A-
What Does This Grade Mean: A-
A is for excellent above-average televisions, typically a newer set that has lots of great buying opportunities and high ratings from users. All of our "top picks" should be considered A+ televisions.
B is given to strong TVs that have some standout features, worthy of a second look.
C means that these TVs are weaker, probably with mediocre owner reviews, and are getting a little too old to be considered.
D & F indicates that this TV is most likely older or out-of-date, and most likely has very few buying opportunities. We suggest you avoid purchasing these sets.
from $99.99
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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