Pros: Cheaper than the GPSIII+, GPSV Cons: Relatively crippled compared with the GPSIII+
check the specifications very carefully and be sure you really need to save the money - the III+ has some subtle improvements which make it far superior.
Pros: Good interface, POWER, fun useful geek toy Cons: Having to buy a map CD
Never in my life did I imagine I'd have this much power in the palm of my hand. I had been able to imagine palmtop computers, cell phones, and other portable electronic devices. But never anything that could tell me exactly where I was at any time, and...
Pros: Excellent performance, good battery life, backlighting, easy to use Cons: None!
BILL'S REVIEW OF THE GARMIN GPS-3
INTRODUCTION
On a dark and stormy Sunday morning, my father and I packed the car and headed out from North East, PA, to Lycoming, a five-hour drive. On the way there, and a week later, on...
Pros: Great little navigator to get you home Cons: Newer models may have more detailed maps
The GPSIII has been a constant travelling companion for the past 2 years, and it has proved its worth time & time again. The mapping feature, although not as detailed as a Street Pilot, provides essential information when travelling off the beaten...
Pros: Reliable, Accurate, Durable and Affordable Cons: Short Battery Life
I have no sense of direction, well, I have a sense of direction - it is just always wrong. Left to my own devices, I drive in circles a lot. This is the reason I own several GPS units and all of which are made by Garmin. Interchangeable accessories...
Pros: Sturdy, accurate, easy to use Cons: short battery life, lacks map download capability of newer models
I've had my GPS III for about 3 years now, and have taken it everywhere - hiking through desert canyons, snowshoeing in tree-covered valleys, kayaking, driving through cities and parks, even skiing and flying in commercial airliners. While the novelty...
Pros: Excellent traveling assistant, Extremely user friendly, powerful Cons: None
I had always wanted a GPS and received this one as a Christmas gift two years ago. At first I used it to confirm where I was. "Yup, there I am." But after a few months, I began to realize the untapped power of this GPS. If you can drive 50mph or...
In this age of materialism where we encounter tons of new products daily, there are a few precious items that becomes a necessity. For me, during the past three years, it has been the Palm pilot(the very first model from now-acquired US Robotics). Now,...
Pros: Unbelievable accuracy, very informative on road trips and fun to use Cons: None
I have used my GPS III for nearly two years and have had excellent service and better than that, lots of fun playing with it. I mount it on the dash while on road trips to help me determine exactly where I'm at. Once when driving in Texas, after...
Pros: Accuracy, detailed maps, programmable waypoint labels Cons: Difficult to program
Anyone who is considering making the jump from the small town to the big city would be well advised to invest in a personal GPS. I moved from the backwoods of Oklahoma to the urban sprawl of Dallas and was constantly lost, missing turns and driving...
This is a great little GPS. It is lightweight, easy to operate, and easy on batteries. It has a back-lit display that is easy on the eyes and can run from external power (cable not included) so you can operate it from your car. One of the best...
Garmin nuvi 255WT GPS Navigate the United States and Canada with ease with this GPS that features free lifetime traffic updates, up to 1,000 waypoints and customizable poin...
Garmin nuvi 255W GPS Find your way with confidence with this GPS that features turn-by-turn voice prompts so you can keep your eyes on the road. Up to 1,000 waypoints and ...
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