The emerging GPS company TomTom has released its brother product to the TomTom XL V3 (Great Britain), the TomTom XL V3 (Western Europe). Like all of the great TomTom products, this one is also very simple to configure and use while on the go. It features Plug & Go technology so it works directly out of the box without any need for updating maps or routes. Designed with a high quality 3.5” TFT color LCD touchscreen, the TomTom XL V3 WE keeps it’s appealing reputation alive. To keep you concentrated on the road, the screen features an anti-glare screen for an optimal viewing experience. Contained within the memory is 99% of the map data from Western Europe to help you find how to get wherever you are going. This device can easily be placed in your vehicle and weighs in at a light 174 grams. It has a battery life of 2 hours for when you may need to use it while outside of your vehicle.
One of the favorite features that many TomTom XL V3 WE reviews state is the ability you have to choose certain routes. You have the option to choose shortest mileage distance, quickest time, you can avoid toll roads and congested areas of traffic as well. For multiple point road trips, you can easily plan your trip by selecting several way points and destinations. While you are driving voice commands tell you when and where you will have to turn next. The volume increases based on your speed automatically which is very hand in cars with loud interiors. The clear instructions can be given in 36 different languages and 55 voices. TomTom Plus services enable one to view real time traffic and weather conditions as well as detailed maps, scenic routes, and more. You can easily connect to your mobile phone with the built-in Bluetooth technology that stores up to 5 mobile numbers it can connect to. Another included feature is the Buddy finder which allows you to keep in contact and navigate together with your friends.
Overall the TomTom XL V3 GB is a great purchase for anyone who has a hard time with directions or just wants to retire the outdated paper maps. Drive with confidence knowing you will no longer be lost while on the road!

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Homer Simpson and his brood has always been fun to watch on TV. Their insane antics and even more insane philosophies are not necessarily convenient to live by, but sure would be great having around. Then here comes Homer himself as the latest voice featured at TomTom sat-nav equipment, providing you with all the turn-by-turn directions in that trademark voice.