Auto GPS
Tek Guides for Auto GPS Navigators
 Because there are lots of differing reasons for people to purchase GPS navigator for their car, there is a matching wide variety of features and functionalities available. Our guide provides a comprehensive overview of what you need to know.
 NAVSTAR GPS (Navigation Signal Timing and Ranging Global Positioning System) commonly referred to as the Global Positioning System (GPS) was developed by the United States Department of Defense. GPS uses satellites and ground equipment to determine position anywhere on Earth. At least 24 satellites are operational at all times. Unlike paying an Internet Service [...]
 Traffic Message Channel (TMC) is an extra paid service which delivers information about traffic conditions to suitably equipped GPS navigators including heavy traffic, delays, accidents, road works, black spots and speed cameras. When integrated into route calculations traffic information gives a driver options for alternative routes to avoid delays saving time and fuel. [...]
 MSN Direct will bring location based services information direct to your GPS unit. It’s available in 100 of the largest cities across the United states (check MSN Traffic service coverage). Traffic reports and other information is sent to your GPS navigator through an FM signal. An MSN Direct Receiver can come built into [...]
Recent Auto GPS Reviews
 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.
 Pioneer’s AVIC-X710BT and AVIC-X910BT are the latest impressive instalments in their line of in-dash navigation and entertainment systems. Both systems combine GPS navigation, audio and video entertainment and extensive connectivity features including Apple iPod and iPhone, Bluetooth, MSN Direct, HD Radio and SIRIUS XM Satellite Radio.
 Magellan’s RoadMate 1470 and 1440 continue Magellan’s successful RoadMate line of auto GPS navigators. Standout features are the OneTouch interface, AAA TourBook information and new premium navigation features such as highway signs and lane guidance. Both models have the same specification except for the screen sizes - 4.7-inch, WQVGA (RoadMate 1470), 4.3-inch WQVGA (RoadMate 1440).
 The Garmin nuvi 1200 series Ultra-thin Personal GPS Navigators offers both a thinner form factor for navigation out of the car and improved pedestrian navigation features. The 1200 (and 1300 sister series) are the first Garmin Nuvi models to have CityXplorer maps for pedestrian navigation. CityXplorer maps are available ($9.99 - $14.99) for various tourist destination cities in North America and Europe and can easily be downloaded directly to the nüvi.
 The Garmin nuvi 1300 series Ultra-thin Personal GPS Navigators offers both a thinner form factor for navigation out of the car and improved pedestrian navigation features. The 1300 (and 1200) series are the first Garmin Nuvi models to have pedestrian navigation capability enabled through CityXplorer maps. CityXplorer maps are available ($9.99 - $14.99) for select tourist destinations in both North America and Europe, and can easily be downloaded directly to the nüvi.
 NAVIGON’S 7300T GPS is now the premium model of their 7000 series. Upgrades to the previous 7200T model include; the intelligent, learning MyRoutes application, improved 3D visualization, free (for life) live Traffic updates that are now spoken, more sophisticated voice control and the addition of Rand McNally Scenic Routes. Other notable premium features [...]
The Navman S150 is a Navman Platinum S Series portable automotive GPS navigator model available in Australia and NZ. Compare it’s features to other S Series models using our Navman S Series Comparison Chart. For a detailed review of its features read our recent review of the Navman S Series.
There are some minor feature differences between Navman S Series models in different regions which have been reflected in the table below. Not all models are available in all markets. In Australia and New Zealand the S series is referred to as the Platinium Series.
S Series Model
S100
S150 (not UK)
S200 S200 Europe
S300T [...]
 The Navman S300T GPS navigator is the premium model of Navman’s Platinum S Series of portable automotive GPS navigators with the other models being the S200 (S200Europe) and the S100. The S Series 4.3 inch (480 x 272 pixels resolution) widescreen touch display is housed in surprisingly thin (13 mm) and attractive brushed aluminium [...]
 Magellan’s Amazon bestselling Maestro 4350 and the Maestro 4370 feature Bluetooth, real-time traffic updates, and 2-D and 3-D maps of the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico. Compact and slim for easy use in or out of the car, these units are most popular for the excellent usability provided by the new One Touch Interface.
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Magellan RoadMate 1200 and 1212 Car GPS Navigators Review
Navigon 2200S 3.5 Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Text-to-Speech Review
TomTom XL 330S and 330 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator Review
Navigon 2200T 3.5 Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Text-to-Speech and Free Traffic Alerts Review
Navigon 7200T 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigation with Bluetooth, Text-to-Speech, and Free Traffic Alerts Review
Mio C520 Portable GPS Navigator Review
Mio C320 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator
Sony NV-U44 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator Review
Navigon 8100T Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Free Traffic Review
Garmin Nuvi 205 / 2X5 Series | nuvi 265T, 265WT and 275T with Hands-free Bluetooth and Lifetime Traffic Alerts Review
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Magellan RoadMate 1412, 1430 and 1400 Car GPS Review
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Pharos Drive GPS 150 and Drive GPS 250 Portable Navigation Devices Review
Garmin StreetPilot 7200 and 7500 GPS Auto Navigators Review
NAVIGON 2100 max and NAVIGON 2120 max GPS Personal Navigators Review
Dash Express Two-Way Internet Connected Portable GPS Navigator Review
TomTom GO 930, GO 930T, GO730 and GO730T Portable Vehicle Navigators Review
TomTom ONE 130 and 130S Portable GPS Navigators Review
NAVIGON 2120 GPS Navigator Review
Garmin Nuvi 860 Vehicle Navigation Device Review
Garmin Nuvi 660 Car Navigation GPS Review
HP iPAQ 310 Bluetooth 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator and Travel Companion Review
TomTom ONE XL.S and TomTom ONE XL GPS Navigation Devices Review
Navman S Series Car GPS Navigator Feature Comparison
Garmin Nuvi 260 and 270 Portable GPS Navigators Review
Garmin Nuvi 780 Car GPS Satellite Navigation Device Review
Garmin Nuvi 880 and 850 Auto GPS Satellite Navigation Devices
Comparison of Garmin Nuvi Auto GPS Series
Pioneer AVIC-F500BT Hybrid (In-dash and Portable) GPS Navigation Device
Garmin Nuvi 260W Widescreen GPS Navigation with Text to Speech
TomTom ONE 3rd Edition Review
Garmin Nuvi 710, 750, 760 and 770 GPS Auto Navigation Review
Magellan Maestro 4200, 4210, 4220, 4250 Car GPS Navigators Review
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Garmin Nuvi 600, Nuvi 610 and Nuvi 650 GPS Auto Navigation Review
Navigon 2100 and 5100 CES 2008 Award Winning GPS Navigators - Review
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TomTom GO 920 and GO 920T Premium Automotive GPS Navigators Review
Mio C728 GPS Car Navigation Device Review
Mio DigiWalker C230 Car GPS Navigation Device Review
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Navman S30 S Series Car GPS Navigator Review
Navman S70 and S50 S Series Car GPS Navigator Review
Navman S90i S Series Car GPS Navigator Review
Magellan Maestro 3140 and 3100 Car GPS Navigation Devices Review
Magellan Maestro 4050, 4040, 4000 Vehicle GPS Navigation Systems Review
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Sony NV-U92T, NV-U82, NV-U52 and NV-U72T Car Navigation Devices Review
TomTom GO 720 and GO 520 Smart Car Navigation Devices Review
Mio C710 GPS Portable and Car GPS Navigation Device Review
Mio DigiWalker C220 Car GPS Navigation Device Review
Mio DigiWalker C310x Personal GPS Navigation Device Review
Nokia 330 GPS Auto Navigation Unit Review
Magellan RoadMate 860T Vehicle Navigation Unit Review
Magellan RoadMate 3000T and 3050T Car GPS Navigation Systems Review
Magellan RoadMate 6000T Vehicle Navigation Unit Review
Garmin Nuvi 200 and 250 Car GPS Navigators
Garmin Nuvi 200W and 250W Widescreen Car GPS Navigators
Mio C520 Car GPS Navigation Device Review
Panasonic Strada CN-NVD905U Car GPS Navigation Device
Whistler WGPX-550 Car GPS Navigation Unit Review
TomTom GO 910 Wins Engadget Award
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Navman iCN 750 GPS Camera and Car Navigation Device with NavPix
Garmin Nuvi 660 Car Navigation GPS Review
Garmin Nuvi 680 Car Navigation GPS Review
Garmin Nuvi 670 Automotive Navigation GPS Review
Garmin StreetPilot c510 Automotive Navigation GPS Review
Garmin StreetPilot c530 Automotive Navigation GPS Review
Garmin StreetPilot c580 Car Navigation GPS Review
Garmin StreetPilot c550 Car Navigation GPS Review
Garmin C310 StreetPilot GPS Car Navigation System Review
Garmin C320 StreetPilot GPS Car Navigation System Review
Garmin C330 StreetPilot GPS Car Navigation System Review
Garmin C340 StreetPilot GPS Car Navigation System Review
TomTom GO 700 Car GPS Navigation Unit Review
TomTom GO 300 Car GPS Navigation Unit Review
TomTom GO 510 GPS Car Navigation Unit Review
TomTom GO 910 Car GPS Navigation Unit Review
Pioneer AVIC-D3 Dashboard GPS Navigation and Entertainment System Review
Pioneer AVIC-D2 Dashboard GPS Navigation and Entertainment System Review
Pioneer AVIC-N3 Dashboard GPS Navigation and Entertainment System Review
Pioneer AVIC-Z1 Dashboard GPS Navigation and Entertainment System Review
Lowrance iWay 350c GPS Automotive Navigator Review
Lowrance iWay 250c GPS Automotive Navigator Review
Lowrance iWay 500c Automotive GPS Navigator Review
TomTom ONE Mobile GPS Unit Review
Magellan RoadMate 6000T Review
Garmin nuvi 300, 310, 350, 360 and 370 Car GPS Navigators Review
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