Garmin nuvi 3790T Portable GPS Navigator Review

Garmin’s nuvi 3790T is an evolutionary jump in portable navigation systems design which has been recognized for its appeal with a 2010 Red Dot Product Design Award. It is truly pocket sized (8.7 mm thick) and weighted (4 ounces) for pedestrian navigation. The traditional plastic case is gone replaced with a brushed aluminum finish casing with smooth, stylish chrome edges. The metal casing along with the glass faced 4.3 inch display gives the Garmin nuvi 3790T a much sturdier feel than plastic.

Pioneer AVIC-X920BT In-dash GPS Navigation AV Receiver with DVD Playback, Bluetooth and 6.1 inch Widescreen Display Review

Pioneer’s AVIC-X920BT in-dash GPS navigation unit integrates GPS road navigation capabilities with extensive entertainment functions. Unique new features include a revolutionary 3D touch slide interface, Pioneer MusicSphere and ECO Graph. Bigger is always better with navigation displays and the AVIC-X920BT delivers with a large high resolution (WVGA) 6.1 inch capacitive touch screen.

Best Motorcycle GPS Satellite Navigator

TomTom’s Rider 2 GPS Navigator is our choice as a value for money GPS navigator specifically adapted for use on a motorcycle or scooter. It has a good range of features for a reasonable price.

Best Golf GPS

The OnPar golf GPS is our pick as the best golfing GPS device. The intuitive software interface holds a strong range of features and displays remarkably well on the largest (3.5 inches) display of any golf GPS.

Garmin zumo 660 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Motorcycle Navigator Review

Garmin’s zumo 660 has been specifically designed for conditions associated with being mounted on a motorbike or scooter and for the ease of use of a rider wearing a helmet and gloves. Design features specifically for motorcycling include larger, wider spaced menu icons, IPx7 waterproofing and stereo A2DP Bluetooth for delivering navigation instructions and music streaming.

TomTom Rider 2 GPS Navigator for Motorcycles and Scooters Review

TomTom’s Rider 2 GPS Navigator is an adaption of TomTom’s GO series for use while riding a scooter or motorbike. Adaptation features include; a ruggedized, waterproof casing, wireless delivery of navigation voice instructions via a Cardo scala-rider wireless headset and modified navigation menus for operation with gloved hands. The Rider 2 comes with a RAM mounting kit for handlebar mounting. You can use the TomTom Rider 2 in your car as well with the purchase of a car mounting kit which includes a speaker which the Rider 2 itself lacks.

Garmin zumo 665 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Motorcycle Navigator Review

Garmin’s zumo 665 has been specifically designed for conditions associated with being mounted on a motorbike or scooter and for the ease of use of a rider wearing a helmet and gloves. Design features specifically for motorcycling include larger, wider spaced menu icons, IPx7 waterproofing and stereo A2DP Bluetooth for delivering navigation instructions and music streaming. The zumo 665 can also be used in the car. Near identical to the zumo 660, the zumo 665 includes a receiver for the XM Radio service.

Garmin Approach G5 Golf GPS Review

Garmin’s Approach G5 has a lot of Golf GPS market leading features that will attract the interest to any golfer looking for a golfing GPS assistant. Built around a high-sensitivity GPS receiver and powerful processor, the Approach G5 provides an array of potentially game improving features.

Pioneer AVIC-U310BT In-dash GPS Navigation and Entertainment Review

Pioneer’s AVIC-U310BT is the most affordable in-dash GPS navigator from Pioneer. However, it still has and impressive array of features for a GPS navigation and entertainment system. Notably the U310BT offers Bluetooth and Apple iPod and iPhone control. The touch screen display is a large 4.3 inches (WQVGA). The U310BT can be fully integrated into a large number of vehicles with a 2-DIN dash opening.

TomTom XL 340S LIVE | Connected GPS Navigation, Traffic, Fuel, Google Local Search, Weather Updates | Review

TomTom’s XL 340S brings the convenience of LIVE services (Internet connection) to a less expensive, mid level features automotive GPS navigator. Highlight features which are missing compared to the popular GO 740 LIVE are Hands Free Bluetooth Wireless Technology, Voice Recognition and TomTom Buddies. Screen size is the same at 4.3 inches however, the XL 340S has a lower resolution QVGA (320×240 pixels) vs WQVGA (480 x 272 px).

Magellan RoadMate Range Overview and Comparisons

Magellan RoadMate is one of Magellan’s, a leading GPS brand, vehicle navigation ranges. We compare all the models in a giant side-by-side comparison table as well as provide a quick guide pointing out the distinguishing features of each model.

Garmin Nuvi 260W Widescreen GPS Navigation with Text to Speech

The Garmin nuvi 260W is an extension of the nuvi widescreen models which already includes the Garmin nuvi 200W and Garmin nuvi 250W. It’s specification is identical apart from the addition of text-to-speech capability.

Text-to-speech enables a GPS device to read street addresses rather than simply provide turn left or turn right instructions. It’s [...]

Garmin Nuvi 260W Widescreen GPS Navigation with Text to Speech

The Garmin nuvi 260W is an extension of the nuvi widescreen models which already includes the Garmin nuvi 200W and Garmin nuvi 250W. It’s specification is identical apart from the addition of text-to-speech capability.

Text-to-speech enables a GPS device to read street addresses rather than simply provide turn left or turn right instructions. It’s [...]

Garmin Edge 305 and 205 Cycling GPS Enabled Personal Trainer Review

Garmin’s Edge 205 and 305 are models in Garmin’s Edge range of GPS enabled personal trainer and cycle computers which integrate GPS technology and basic navigation. The units come with a mount for attaching to a bike stem or handlebars. Garmin have designed them to be suitably rugged and lightweight. Not requiring [...]

Garmin Nuvi 780 Car GPS Satellite Navigation Device Review

The Garmin Nuvi 780 shares all features of the Garmin Nuvi 680 Auto GPS navigator. Additional features include:

Qwerty or ABC keyboard – choose your preferred on-screen keyboard layout
Car locater feature - notes the position of your car when removed from windshield mount – a handy feature if you’re prone to forgetting where you parked [...]

Garmin Nuvi 205 / 2X5 Series | nuvi 265T, 265WT and 275T with Hands-free Bluetooth and Lifetime Traffic Alerts Review

Garmin advertise the 205 series as their simple-to-use, low-cost personal navigator. Popular premium features are traffic alerts and hands-free calling. Some models come with lifetime traffic alerts rather than an introductory subscription.