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 Technology is hitting the sweet spot. April 11, 2008
P. Roszell (Morrison, CO)
34 out of 36 found this review helpful
Garmin is really getting it right. I first used good GPS in a Hertz rental car. I was so impressed, I tried to buy one. It was a very complex machine, cost well over $1,500. The Garmin Nuvi 260W is even better. It always pays to wait. I don't think they can get it much better than this. Really happy with this device. It is so accurate, it can tell if I pull into my neighbors driveway instead of my own.
Right on! April 5, 2008
Patricia L. Heflin (Alexandria, Va.)
27 out of 28 found this review helpful
I have only had my Garmin for several weeks but so far I like everything about it. I held out for the text to speech and am glad I did. Although the speaker is a bit tinny, one reviewer suggested setting it at 60% and that is perfect. Keeps the satellite although it does take about a minute to find it initially. I am happy I paid the extra bucks for the bigger screen!
Customer service was awesome. Called on two different occasions to ask a couple of questions and they answered the phone promptly, could answer my questions immediately. They patiently walked me through downloading a different voice. Was pleasantly surprised! They didn't even ask about serial numbers, purchase date.
After having one of the original GPS' with an antenna, what a wonderful experience to have this tiny clear GPS that fits into a small purse.
Thank you Garmin. All of my research has indeed paid off!
awesome GPS!! April 5, 2008
Kim (Clifton Park, NY)
21 out of 21 found this review helpful
This is a great GPS unit. Just what I needed it to do without duplication of the MP3 and bluetooth that I have already. I downloaded a couple sports cars for fun... and I am on my way. Very easy to use and very easy to see. I purchased the friction mount as recommended by other reviewers - and most happy that I did. I have a large vehicle and was worried that the windshield mount would be too far away for convenience. It's nice to have the GPS so close - and it never slips. Plus, I have 4 cars and the dashboard mount makes it easy to switch vehicles. I am very happy I purchased this GPS and would recommend it to anyone!
Works Like a Charm April 28, 2008
K. Marsh
24 out of 25 found this review helpful
I pretty much agree with the other reviewers both regarding the advantages and shortcomings of this unit. It does seem to take awhile to acquire the satellites, and unlike the experiences of most other reviewers, mine does lose them occasionally, but seldom for more than a few seconds, never for more than a minute, and resumes its instructions with no problems. I set it in the ash tray in the console and plug it into the lighter socket, so it's deep in the car surrounded with metal. On a recent trip to southern California and Las Vegas, it never lost the satellites in downtown LA, but frequently lost them for a few seconds in the wide open spaces of the Mojave Desert. There are a lot of high voltage power lines out there and also much air force activity, but I don't know how that might affect reception.
One thing I noticed not commented on by other reviewers is a peculiarity of the search function. It seems that putting in fewer words sometimes gives better results. For example when I put in LA Brea Tar Pits or Page Museum, or when I looked for museums or historical features near LA, it couldn't find it. But when I put in just La Brea, it immediately found a number of entries containing that phrase including La Brea Tar Pits at the Page Museum.
This is my first GPS travel assistant and so far I am completely happy with it. Thanks to all the other reviewers who made my purchase satisfying. I recommend purchasing the hard shell case and the AC charger, then even with a low battery you can still plan your trip in your living room.
GARMIN NUVI 260W Wide Screen YES! April 26, 2008
Gregg. (Honolulu, Hawaii)
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
If you're in the market for a compact and portable "street talking" GPS for use in vehicle, bicycle or pedestrian mode, the GARMIN NUVI 260W Wide Screen would be an excellent choice. This model pronounces Hawaiian Street names well, announces Interstate Highway ramp numbers & names well, and basically provides navigation in full-color 2-D or 3-D views.
You can select between "Fastest Routes or Shortest Routes", and "avoidances" such as (if you want to) avoid unpaved roads, tolls, freeways, U-turns etc. Find restaurants, schools, shopping centers, gas stations, ATM', recreation, community centers, etc. etc. near, at or around your destination or your position. In otherwords, unreal stuff.
Touch-screen features are easily accessible and intuitive (meaning easy to use! This isn't a high-learning curve device so it's fun to use).
Screen brightness, and voice sound levels are all crisp, clear, and adjustable! You can use the GPS right out of the box with the included DC adapter (for in the vehicle use or for recharging your 260W). With this in mind, I would highly recommend that you purchase the GARMIN AC-charger for a perfect fit so you can charge it in your home instead of your vehicle.
A carrying case really helps protect your GPS, and a removable protective plastic sheet designed for the 260W screen would complete the system. These accessories don't cost that much more and over the long run, it'll just keep your GPS runnng and protected. Eventually, the GARMIN UPS cable to download GARMIN operating system updates would probably be compelling to get but with a brand new unit, that can be much later.
Just realize that ALL GPS units may have minor inaccurate databases so when driving with GPS, always drive with the best of your human abilities and don't be lulled into thinking just because it tells you to turn right on Piikoi Street (when it's a one-way street heading Mauka)you follow a mistake calculation. The beauty of it is if you decide to take a different route, the GARMIN GPS will constantly "Recalculate" your route so that you'll reach your destination.
You can also use it as a tool for teaching a student driver to navigate and learn street names and locations at the same time! The GARMIN NUVI 260W is well-worth it.
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