» Mio DigiWalker C230 Car GPS Navigation Device Review

Mio have intended their DigiWalker C230 to be a compact and easy-to-use GPS navigator and importantly be an affordable purchase for consumers. It’s actually one step up from the entry level Mio DigiWalker C220 having text-to-speech functionality and 1GB of onboard flash memory compared with 256MB. Reduced accuracy because of a lower price is not a concern as the C230 has the same SiRF Star III GPS receiver as more expensive models which is also WAAS enabled. The SirRF Star III GPS receiver is widely recognized for its faster fix times, higher signal locking and tracking sensitivity and low power requirements.

Mio have not been tempted to save costs with a smaller screen, providing a similar 3.5” size, color, TFT touch screen which has and anti-glare treatment.

U.S. maps (Alaska and Hawaii included) by TeleAtlas are pre-loaded making the Mio C230 a “ready-to-use” out of the box navigation device. Both turn-by-turn voice and map display navigation instructions are provided. Voice instructions can be in any of 16 different languages including English, French or Spanish. Navigation can be achieved by utilizing the over 1 million points of interest (POI).

Included Accessories

• flexible mount for using the device in a car - attaches to the windshield
• device holder to securely attach the Mio DigiWalker C230 to the mount.
• software and documentation DVD
• in-car charger

The Mio C230 comes with an in-car charger requiring any recharging be done in the car.

Resources

Mio C230 User Manual (PDF)

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