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Modern directions with the Nuvi 1240

Sunday, July 26th, 2009

garmin-nuvi-1200mWith Garmins recent introduction of the Garmin Nuvi 1200 models they have once again kept the quality and appeal their customers demand. The Nuvi 1240 is 25% lighter than the previous versions of it’s model which is a huge plus for those carrying the device out of their vehicles. Several of the latest features in gps technology are bundled up in this exciting new device. Don’t worry about having to upload any new areas of maps because the 1240 comes included with pre-loaded City Navigator® complete maps of Western Europe. Highly praised by numerous Garmin NUVI 1240 reviews is the ability to connect the device for pedestrian and public transport systems. Millions of Points of Interest are included to easily find any nearby locations of restaurants, gas stations, shopping areas, airports and many more popular locations.

The Garmin NUVI 1240 has a voice communication system to talk with you turn by turn until you arrive safely at your destination. You will never worry about connecting to above satellites with the high-sensitivity gps receiver that is apart of the 1240. If you’re like the majority of the world, you are more than likely in a hurry while in the vehicle. Avoid speeding fines with the speed camera database that alerts the driver of any upcoming cameras so that you may avoid receiving a ticket. A feature many haven’t ventured off yet to enjoy is the on the go abilities of the Nuvi 1240. Besides the vehicle you can also use it while walking or on a public transportation system. These features can be accessed via cityXplorer™ which can be downloaded via Garmins website. Simply tap the screen to be displayed your exact coordinates and contact details for recovery services in case of an emergency. As you can see the Nuvi 1240 is an excellent choice for anyone in need of a highly sophisticated gps device.

Find your way with the Garmin Nuvi 200W

Saturday, July 25th, 2009

204818939Garmin has introduced the 200W model which comes equipped with several modern satellite navigation features. The 4.3” widescreen display is ideal for driving conditions by providing a bright, colorful appearance. The Garmin NUVI 200W weights in at a mere 6.1 ounces and offers an impressive 5 hour battery life, thanks to the rechargeable lithium-ion it’s powered by. Pre-loaded with the 200W is a complete set of maps of every state except Alaska. You have the option of uploaded additional maps via SD card. As with many recent Garmin devices, millions of Points of Interest (POIs) are displayed to direct you towards many popular places such as: gasoline stations, shopping malls, ATM machines, hotels and more. You also have the ability to add custom POIs such as speed cameras to avoid painstaking speeding fines. While viewing route data you can choose between 2D or 3D maps.

Several Garmin NUVI 200W reviews have stated how much they enjoyed the various travel tools included. You can add your favorite pictures an display them with a picture viewer, a world travel clock with all time zones, measurement and currency converter, calculator and much more. A useful security feature is included as well, the Garmin Lock™, which is an anti-theft feature that disables the device unless a passcode is provided. While setting up a new destination you can choose between the fastest route, shortest mileage and avoid tolls or highways. If you happen to miss a turn don’t worry, the 200W will automatically re-route your directions to get you back on track. Voice commands are given by the internal speaker to notify you of any upcoming turns. Like all Garmin products, you can expect the quality you deserve when purchasing from them. Simply tap the touchscreen to enter your directions and you are ready to go. While driving the sleek 200W displays detailed information regarding your trip such as time spent driving and distance from destination. Garmin’s Nuvi 200W is a must have gadget if you are needing a new or upgraded quality gps device.