<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" ><channel><title>GPS Ratings</title> <atom:link href="http://gps-ratings.org/feed" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><link>http://gps-ratings.org</link> <description>GPS Ratings</description> <lastBuildDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:17:22 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en</language> <sy:updatePeriod>hourly</sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency>1</sy:updateFrequency> <xhtml:meta xmlns:xhtml="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" name="robots" content="noindex" /> <item><title>Garmin Nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator With Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-2455lmt-4-3-inch-portable-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-map-traffic-updates</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-2455lmt-4-3-inch-portable-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-map-traffic-updates#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:17:22 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[GPS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Navigation]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-2455lmt-4-3-inch-portable-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-map-traffic-updates</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Lifetime map updates Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads. Lane assist with photoReal junction views. Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate. Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it. Whether you’re driving through an unfamiliar city [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br /> <br /><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/582/1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51MY297QsrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><ul><li>Lifetime map updates</li><li>Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads.</li><li>Lane assist with photoReal junction views.</li><li>Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.</li><li>Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it.</li></ul><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/582/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51MY297QsrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /> <br />Whether you’re driving through an unfamiliar city or on your daily <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/rf-lg-2.jpg" style="float: right" />commute, nüvi 2455LMT makes your trip easier than ever before. It  includes FREE lifetime traffic¹ and map² updates, advanced lane guidance  and more.<br /><h3>Get Turn-by-Turn Directions</h3><p><em>Garmin Guidance 2.0&#8242;s </em> intuitive interface greets you with two simple choices: &#8220;Where To?&#8221; and  &#8220;View Map.&#8221; Touch the screen to easily look up addresses and services  and to be guided to your destination with voice-prompted, turn-by-turn  directions that speak street names. It comes preloaded with maps for  North America. It also includes more than 8 million points of interest  (POIs) and offers the ability to add your own.</p><h3>Avoid Traffic Tie-ups</h3><p>With FREE lifetime traffic updates from <em>3D Traffic</em>,  our most extensive traffic avoidance system, nüvi 2455LMT can help you  avoid delays. We check traffic conditions more than 2 billion times each  month, so you <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/pd-04-lg-1.jpg" style="float: left" />can easily reroute around congestion and arrive on time.</p><h3>Enjoy FREE Lifetime Map Updates</h3><p>With FREE lifetime map updates, you always have the most up-to-date  maps, POIs and navigation information available at your fingertips. Map  updates are available for download up to 4 times a year with no  subscription or update fees and no expiration dates.</p><h3>Know the Lane Before It’s Too Late</h3><p>Now there’s no more guessing which lane you need to be in to make an  upcoming turn. Available in select metropolitan areas, photoReal  junction view makes unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to navigate.  When you approach an exit or interchange, nüvi 2455LMT will enter split  screen mode and show you a realistic depiction of junctions on your  route, complete with road signs and arrows that indicate the proper lane  for navigation.</p><h3>Go Beyond Navigation</h3><p>Point-to-point navigation is just the beginning. nüvi 2455LMT features a microSD™ card slot so you can store and use detailed<em> cityXplorer™ </em>maps or download custom voices and vehicles for free from the <em>Garmin Garage</em>.  Dual-orientation functionality lets you hold the nüvi vertically or  horizontally for added convenience driving or walking. The &#8220;Where Am</p><h3><img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/pd-01-lg-1.jpg" style="float: left" /></h3><p>I?&#8221;  emergency locator provides your exact latitude and longitude  coordinates, the nearest address and intersection, and the closest  hospitals, police stations and more. And Enhanced Exit Services tells  you what services you’re approaching on the highway.</p><h3>What&#8217;s in the Box:</h3><ul><li>nüvi 2455LMT</li><li>Preloaded City Navigator® NT North America (United States, Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands and Bahamas)</li><li>Lifetime maps¹ and traffic² (indicated by &#8220;LMT&#8221; after model number on the box)</li><li>3D traffic receiver with vehicle power cable</li><li>Vehicle suction cup mount³</li><li>USB cable</li><li>Quick start manual<em></em></li></ul><p><em>¹FREE lifetime traffic updates may not be transferred to another  person or another Garmin product. Lifetime traffic extends for the  useful life of your Garmin traffic receiver (as long as you own a  compatible Garmin GPS) or as long as Garmin receives traffic data from  its traffic supplier, whichever is shorter. Traffic content not  available for all areas. See traffic coverage areas.<br /></em></p><p><em>²FREE lifetime map updates entitle you to receive up to 4 map  data updates per year, when and as such updates are made available on  the Garmin website, for this specific Garmin product only until this  product’s useful life expires or Garmin no longer receives map data from  its third party supplier, whichever is shorter. The updates you receive  will be updates to the same geographic map data originally included  with your Garmin product when originally purchased. Garmin may terminate  your lifetime map updates at any time if you violate any of the terms  of the End User License Agreement accompanying your nüvi product. </em></p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/Garmin_n_vi_2455LMT_4_3_Inch_Portable_GPS_Navigator_with_Lifetime_Map_amp_Traffic_Updates/582/3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</a></p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-2455lmt-4-3-inch-portable-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-map-traffic-updates/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Discover Popular Garmin Nuvi GPS Navigation System on the Go</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/discover-popular-garmin-nuvi-gps-navigation-system-on-the-go</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/discover-popular-garmin-nuvi-gps-navigation-system-on-the-go#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:57:59 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[garmin nuvi gps]]></category> <category><![CDATA[gps for trucks]]></category> <category><![CDATA[nuvi gps]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/discover-popular-garmin-nuvi-gps-navigation-system-on-the-go</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>A lot of people that travel a lot now include a navigation system as part of their must have travel accessory. The GPS device has made maps virtually obsolete and has simplified our lives in so many ways, from allowing us to find our way if lost to giving us exact turn by turn navigation [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A lot of people that travel a lot now include a navigation system as part of their must have travel accessory.</p><p>The GPS device has made maps virtually obsolete and has simplified our lives in so many ways, from allowing us to find our way if lost to giving us exact turn by turn navigation to just being able to find a gas station if you&#8217;re running low on gas; it&#8217;s hard to believe we didn&#8217;t have it a few years back.</p><div style="border:Medium dotted black;padding:10px"> <br />Latest GPS Amazon products</p><p><span style="font-weight:bold">Garmin nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</span></p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/581/1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51MY297QsrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><ul><li>Lifetime map updates</li><li>Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads.</li><li>Lane assist with photoReal junction views.</li><li>Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.</li><li>Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it.</li></ul><p>Whether you’re driving through an unfamiliar city or on your daily <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/rf-lg-2.jpg" style="float: right" />commute, nüvi 2455LMT makes your trip easier than ever before. It  includes FREE lifetime traffic¹ and map² updates, advanced lane guidance  and more.<br /><h3>Get Turn-by-Turn Directions</h3><p><em>Garmin Guidance 2.0&#8242;s </em> intuitive interface greets you with two simple choices: &#8220;Where To?&#8221; and  &#8220;View Map.&#8221; Touch the screen to easily look up addresses and services  and to be guided to your destination with voice-prompted, turn-by-turn  directions that speak street names. It comes preloaded with maps for  North America&#8230;.</p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/Garmin_n_vi_2455LMT_4_3_Inch_Portable_GPS_Navigator_with_Lifetime_Map_amp_Traffic_Updates/581/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</a><br /></div><p>The king of the mass consumer navigation units is probably the Nuvi, which is made by Garmin. Garmin has established themselves as the &#8220;state of the art&#8221; for the mass consumer and all of their systems have most of the common features of other makes as standard features.</p><p>* with the simple to use Garmin Nuvi interface, even a technologically challenged person can start using it right away.</p><p>* With a variety of shapes and sizes, Garmin gives the customer the flexibility to find the exact type of navigation system to suit their needs. Because Garmin offers so many choices it almost feels like you get a unit tailor made to you, even though they are standard out of the box features for that specific model.</p><p>* The Garmin handheld systems also give you a lot of freedom in that you don&#8217;t have to be landlocked in order to use them. If you&#8217;re someone that likes to walk around in a new city or go for a hike, you can do that with the compact Nuvi models; they&#8217;re so tiny they virtually fit in the palm of your hand!</p><p>* The voice command is another extremely useful feature of the Nuvi. This is a must have feature if you spend a lot of time on the road as you won&#8217;t have to key in all the details.</p><p>* Another option is the resolution of the screens. The large displays are nice but can be a bit of a pain to travel with, but they have better ease of use. The smaller units on the other hand are so convenient you can take it with you anywhere which is a big benefit as well.</p><p>There&#8217;s no wonder why the Nuvi is so well known. And if you ever go online to look up reviews, you will always see their products highly rated by owners. If you&#8217;re looking to save yourself some aggravation and get a solid and functional GPS, you can&#8217;t go wrong with the Garmin.</p><p>Learn about GPS for Trucks and GPS navigation systems. Get BIG Discounts on GPS Systems <a href="http://nuvigps.org/" target='_blank'>Garmin Nuvi Gps</a>.  If you want a stress-free truck driving navigation, get a truck gps today!  Visit our website at <a href="http://gpsfortrucks.org" target='_blank'>Gps Vehicle Tracking</a>.</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/discover-popular-garmin-nuvi-gps-navigation-system-on-the-go/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Garmin Nüvi 2595LMT 5-Inch Portable Bluetooth GPS Navigator With Lifetime Maps and Traffic</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-2595lmt-5-inch-portable-bluetooth-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-maps-and-traffic</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-2595lmt-5-inch-portable-bluetooth-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-maps-and-traffic#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 25 Jan 2012 14:46:13 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[GPS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Navigation]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-2595lmt-5-inch-portable-bluetooth-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-maps-and-traffic</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Lifetime map and traffic updates Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads. Lane assist with photoReal junction views. Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate. Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it. Let nüvi 2595LMT lead the [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br /> <br /><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/580/1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51VRmcI-UrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><ul><li>Lifetime map and traffic updates</li><li>Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads.</li><li>Lane assist with photoReal junction views.</li><li>Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.</li><li>Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it.</li></ul><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/580/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51VRmcI-UrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /> <br /><img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/pd-04-lg.jpg" style="float: left" />Let nüvi 2595LMT lead the way with its big 5” (12.7 cm) touchscreen  display and powerful navigation features. It includes FREE lifetime  traffic¹ and map² updates, voice activation and more.</p><h3>Navigate by Touch or by Voice</h3><p>With its innovative speech recognition, you can control nüvi 2595LMT  with your voice – allowing you to keep both hands on the <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/lf-lg.jpg" style="float: right" />wheel. Simply  wake up nüvi with a customizable voice command and begin speaking menu  options that are clearly displayed on the screen. When you’re stopped,  you can still control the nüvi using its intuitive touchscreen  interface.</p><p><em>Garmin Guidance 2.0</em> allows you to easily look up addresses and services and be guided to  your destination with voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak  street names. It comes preloaded with maps for North America. It also  comes preloaded with more than 8 million points of interest (POIs) and  offers the ability to add your own.</p><h3>Avoid Traffic Tie-ups</h3><p>With FREE lifetime traffic updates from 3D Traffic,  our most extensive traffic avoidance system, nüvi 2595LMT can help you  avoid delays. We check traffic conditions more than 2 billion times each  month, so you can easily reroute around congestion and arrive on time.</p><h3>Enjoy FREE Lifetime Map Updates</h3><p>With FREE lifetime map updates, you always have the most up-to-date  maps, POIs and navigation information available at your fingertips. Map  updates are available for download up to 4 times a year with no  subscription or update fees and no expiration dates.</p><h3>Know the Lane Before It’s Too Late</h3><p>Now there’s no more guessing which lane you need to be in to make an  upcoming turn. Available in select metropolitan areas, photoReal <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/2595LMT.jpg" style="float: right" />junction view makes unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to navigate.  When you approach an exit or interchange, nüvi 2595LMT will enter split  screen mode and show you a realistic depiction of junctions on your  route, complete with road signs and arrows that indicate the proper lane  for navigation.</p><h3>Go Beyond Navigation</h3><p>Point-to-point navigation is just the beginning. nüvi 2595LMT features a microSD™ card slot so you can store and use detailed <em>cityXplorer™</em> maps or download custom voices and vehicles for free from the <em>Garmin Garage</em>.  Bluetooth® connectivity lets you make and take hands-free calls, while  dual-orientation functionality lets you hold the nüvi vertically or  horizontally for added convenience driving or walking.</p><p>The &#8220;Where Am I?&#8221; emergency locator provides your exact latitude and  longitude coordinates, the nearest address and intersection, and the  closest hospitals, police stations and more while Enhanced Exit Services  tells you what services you’re approaching on the highway.</p><p><em>¹FREE lifetime traffic Updates may not be transferred to another  person or another Garmin product. lifetime traffic extends for the  useful life of your Garmin traffic receiver (as long as you own a  compatible Garmin GPS) or as long as Garmin receives traffic data from  its traffic supplier, whichever is shorter. Traffic content not  available for all areas. See traffic coverage areas and  Program License Agreement for complete terms and conditions.</em></p><p><em>²FREE lifetime map updates entitle you to receive up to 4 map  data updates per year, when and as such updates are made available on  the Garmin website, for this specific Garmin product only until this  product’s useful life expires or Garmin no longer receives map data from  its third party supplier, whichever is shorter. The updates you receive  will be updates to the same geographic map data originally included  with your Garmin product when originally purchased. Garmin may terminate  your lifetime map updates at any time if you violate any of the terms  of the End User License Agreement accompanying your nüvi product. </em></p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/Garmin_n_vi_2595LMT_5_Inch_Portable_Bluetooth_GPS_Navigator_with_Lifetime_Maps_and_Traffic/580/3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin nüvi 2595LMT 5-Inch Portable Bluetooth GPS Navigator with Lifetime Maps and Traffic</a></p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-2595lmt-5-inch-portable-bluetooth-gps-navigator-with-lifetime-maps-and-traffic/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Garmin Nüvi 40LM 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (US)</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-40lm-4-3-inch-portable-gps-navigator-us</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-40lm-4-3-inch-portable-gps-navigator-us#comments</comments> <pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:34:59 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[GPS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Navigation]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-40lm-4-3-inch-portable-gps-navigator-us</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Spoken street names Free lifetime maps with over 6 million points of interest Speed limit indicator Lane assist with junction view Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more nüvi 40LM delivers you safely wherever life takes you. Designed to make navigation easy, simply enter an address and premium features including lane assist [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><br /> <br /><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/579/1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51wndkwSSAL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><ul><li>Spoken street names</li><li>Free lifetime maps with over 6 million points of interest</li><li>Speed limit indicator</li><li>Lane assist with junction view</li><li>Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more</li></ul><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/579/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51wndkwSSAL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /> <br />nüvi 40LM delivers you safely wherever life takes you. Designed to make <img height="300" src="https://static.garmincdn.com/en/products/010-00990-20/g/lf-lg.jpg" style="float: right" width="300" />navigation   easy, simply enter an address and premium features including lane   assist with junction view, help you make all the right turns!</p><p>Start   out for your destination and leave the navigating to nüvi 40LM.  This   device features a 4.3” (10.92 cm) touchscreen and provides  accurate,   turn-by-turn directions that speak street names. It also  includes FREE   lifetime map updates.</p><h3>Get Turn-by-Turn Directions</h3><p>nüvi 40LM&#8217;s intuitive interface greets you with two simple choices:    &#8220;Where To?&#8221; and &#8220;View Map.&#8221; Touch the screen to easily look up  addresses   and services and to be guided to your destination with  voice-prompted,   turn-by-turn directions that speak street names. It  comes preloaded  with maps for the lower 49 States.  nüvi 40LM’s  speed limit indicator shows  you how fast you can go on most  major  roads. With its &#8220;Where Am I?&#8221;  emergency locator, you always know  your  location. It also comes  preloaded with more than 8 million points  of  interest (POIs) and offers  the ability to add your own.</p><h3>Enjoy FREE Lifetime Map Updates</h3><p>With FREE lifetime map¹ updates, you always have the most up-to-date    maps, POIs and navigation information available at your fingertips.  Map   updates are available for download up to 4 times a year with no    subscription or update fees and no expiration dates.</p><h3><img height="251" src="https://static.garmincdn.com/en/products/010-00990-20/g/cf-lg.jpg" style="float: left" width="251" /></h3><h3>Know the Lane Before It’s Too Late</h3><p>Now there’s no more guessing which lane you need to be in to make an upcoming turn. Available in select metropolitan areas, lane assist   with  junction view guides you to the correct lane for an approaching   turn or  exit, making unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to   navigate. It  realistically displays road signs and junctions on your   route along with  arrows that indicate the proper lane for navigation.</p><p> <strong>What&#8217;s in the Box</strong></p><p>nüvi 40LM, preloaded NAVTEQ US maps, vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power   cable, and quick  start manual</p><p><strong>Compare all Garmin nü</strong><strong>vis<br /></strong>Click the button below to compare by series, user type, and features.<br /><h2><a><img border="”0”" height="70" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/GarminComparison.jpg" style="float: left" width="300" /></h2><p> All nüvis come with detailed NAVTEQ maps containing more than 6 million pre-loaded point of interest locations.<br /><hr class="bucketDivider" size="1" /> <em><br />¹ FREE lifetime map updates entitle you to receive up to 4 map   data  updates per year, when and as such updates are made available on   the  Garmin website, for this specific Garmin product only until this    product’s useful life expires or Garmin no longer receives map data from    its third party supplier, whichever is shorter. The updates you   receive  will be updates to the same geographic map data originally   included  with your Garmin product when originally purchased. Garmin may   terminate  your lifetime map updates at any time if you violate any of   the terms  of the End User License Agreement accompanying your nüvi   product. </em></p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/Garmin_n_vi_40LM_4_3_inch_Portable_GPS_Navigator_US_/579/3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin nüvi 40LM 4.3-inch Portable GPS Navigator (US)</a></p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/garmin-nuvi-40lm-4-3-inch-portable-gps-navigator-us/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Tips to Jog Yourself Into Health, Fitness and Weight Loss</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/tips-to-jog-yourself-into-health-fitness-and-weight-loss</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/tips-to-jog-yourself-into-health-fitness-and-weight-loss#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:28:16 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[exercise]]></category> <category><![CDATA[jogging]]></category> <category><![CDATA[running]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/tips-to-jog-yourself-into-health-fitness-and-weight-loss</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The health benefits gained by jogging are legendary and well-known, and that is why millions of people do it. You just know that everytime you jog, your body is getting stronger and your mind more clear. We have some great tips for you that will help you to extract the maximum from your jogging. If [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The health benefits gained by jogging are legendary and well-known, and that is why millions of people do it. You just know that everytime you jog, your body is getting stronger and your mind more clear. We have some great tips for you that will help you to extract the maximum from your jogging.</p><p>If you are going to start a running routine, you must stick with your plan all the way through. There are many people who are really enthusiastic about running at first, and oftentimes these people will do too much too soon. This is when these people usually get hurt, and then they&#8217;ll put off their running for many months. If you want to get fit from running, don&#8217;t do it that way. The best way to do it is to ease into it and keep going until you reach your goal. It&#8217;s best to run or jog for thirty minutes at a time, at least three days per week. It doesn&#8217;t matter how fast or far you go, especially when you are starting out. It&#8217;s much better to do a little bit at a time and stick with it than to do too much and burn yourself out. While it&#8217;s true that running when you&#8217;re sick or injured is never smart, it will still become necessary to really motivate yourself sometimes. If you use every possible excuse to avoid running, such as being a little tired or too busy, then you won&#8217;t be able to maintain your running program for very long. If you want to start jogging and you haven&#8217;t exercised for a long time, it&#8217;s a good idea to consult your doctor first. If you are overweight or have other health issues, this step is especially important. While almost everyone could benefit from jogging, your doctor will have specific advice for you based on your medical history. Because jogging can be adapted to work with any fitness level, chances are your doctor will encourage you to give it a try. But in care there are special precautions that you should be taking, it&#8217;s still wise to talk to him or her first.</p><div style="border:Medium dotted black;padding:10px"> <br />Latest GPS Amazon products</p><p><span style="font-weight:bold">Garmin nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</span></p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/578/1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51MY297QsrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><ul><li>Lifetime map updates</li><li>Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads.</li><li>Lane assist with photoReal junction views.</li><li>Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.</li><li>Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it.</li></ul><p>Whether you’re driving through an unfamiliar city or on your daily <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/rf-lg-2.jpg" style="float: right" />commute, nüvi 2455LMT makes your trip easier than ever before. It  includes FREE lifetime traffic¹ and map² updates, advanced lane guidance  and more.<br /><h3>Get Turn-by-Turn Directions</h3><p><em>Garmin Guidance 2.0&#8242;s </em> intuitive interface greets you with two simple choices: &#8220;Where To?&#8221; and  &#8220;View Map.&#8221; Touch the screen to easily look up addresses and services  and to be guided to your destination with voice-prompted, turn-by-turn  directions that speak street names. It comes preloaded with maps for  North America&#8230;.</p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/Garmin_n_vi_2455LMT_4_3_Inch_Portable_GPS_Navigator_with_Lifetime_Map_amp_Traffic_Updates/578/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</a><br /></div><p>You can go jogging at any time of day, but if possible, do so first thing in the morning. Going first thing gets your exercise done and you won&#8217;t have to worry about fitting it in later. It also helps get your day off to an energetic and productive start. Another bonus to jogging first thing is it gets your metabolism going for the day. And, usually, the air quality is better in the morning. You will have more energy to face your day if you start it with a morning jog. There are several reasons to start jogging on a regular basis. It will improve your overall fitness level and help you to lose weight. Jogging is also a great way to improve your mood. The main factor to getting the most out of your running is to be consistent. Use these tips as you begin your jogging routine and you will soon see the benefits of this simple but powerful exercise.</p><p>We highly suggest you to use <a href="http://www.usatoday.com/tech/products/2011-03-19-gps-running-watches_N.htm" target='_blank'>running watch</a> if you really want to improve your running performance. Garmin has created a new gps device that is a must-have for runners. The Garmin Forerunner 310XT gps device is the finest garmin offers for runners. This item offers many features which allow it to be user friendly and the software programs aren&#8217;t complicated at all. This device functions nicely for both experienced and non-experienced runners because the device adapts to ones unique requirements and type of workouts. This device can also be useful for people who&#8217;re exercising for high school sports tryouts. It is really a good small device for any type of athlete. You are able to read more about the Garmin Forerunner 310XT gps and other <a href="http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-running-watch/" target='_blank'>Garmin running watch</a> at http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-running-watch/</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/tips-to-jog-yourself-into-health-fitness-and-weight-loss/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Improve Your Golf Game This Way</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/improve-your-golf-game-this-way</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/improve-your-golf-game-this-way#comments</comments> <pubDate>Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:31:07 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[beginner golf]]></category> <category><![CDATA[golf]]></category> <category><![CDATA[golf tips]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/improve-your-golf-game-this-way</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>It seems like those people who play the game of golf at least one time get hooked and can&#8217;t wait to play this well liked game on a consistent basis. It is a game that is good for a lot of people because it is competitive, but not that exhausting. Whether you are completely new [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>It seems like those people who play the game of golf at least one time get hooked and can&#8217;t wait to play this well liked game on a consistent basis. It is a game that is good for a lot of people because it is competitive, but not that exhausting.</p><p>Whether you are completely new to the game or have played a while but cannot not get better, you should think about getting some professional help. This is because a pro will know exactly what part of your game needs improvement. This is because he will look at your game from an unbiased point of view. Also a professional can tell you about any bad habits that you have learned. He can aid you in reversing them. However, make sure that you honestly explain about your problems, goals and types of shots that you are having problems with. You also need to make sure the instructor knows exactly how you prefer to learn. Do you want to see him do it first and then copy him? Or, do you prefer to have it explained to you? It does not matter which one you prefer.</p><div style="border:Medium dotted black;padding:10px"> <br />Latest GPS Amazon products</p><p><span style="font-weight:bold">Garmin nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</span></p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/577/1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51MY297QsrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><ul><li>Lifetime map updates</li><li>Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads.</li><li>Lane assist with photoReal junction views.</li><li>Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.</li><li>Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it.</li></ul><p>Whether you’re driving through an unfamiliar city or on your daily <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/rf-lg-2.jpg" style="float: right" />commute, nüvi 2455LMT makes your trip easier than ever before. It  includes FREE lifetime traffic¹ and map² updates, advanced lane guidance  and more.<br /><h3>Get Turn-by-Turn Directions</h3><p><em>Garmin Guidance 2.0&#8242;s </em> intuitive interface greets you with two simple choices: &#8220;Where To?&#8221; and  &#8220;View Map.&#8221; Touch the screen to easily look up addresses and services  and to be guided to your destination with voice-prompted, turn-by-turn  directions that speak street names. It comes preloaded with maps for  North America&#8230;.</p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/Garmin_n_vi_2455LMT_4_3_Inch_Portable_GPS_Navigator_with_Lifetime_Map_amp_Traffic_Updates/577/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</a><br /></div><p>Just be certain that the instructor is aware so that time is not wasted.</p><p>You might not know it from the start, but being physically fit is a very important factor if you want to be a good golfer. There are five aspects that will have an impact on your game and they are balance, control, posture, strength and flexibility. For instance, balance is very critical to your swing. As is strength, which will help you generate the power needed to get the ball where you want it to go. Before you start any form of exercise routine, you need to make sure that you choose exercises specific to golfing. By becoming physically fit, you will not only become a better golfer, you will decrease your chances of getting injured. This will make the experience more enjoyable and reducing the likelihood of you wanting to give up.</p><p>A good grip is important to playing a good golf game. If you don&#8217;t master it properly in the beginning, you will have a tough time changing it later on. You might even realize that you have a bad grip. You will start to get really frustrated when you game does not get better, even with plenty of practice. Always keep in mind that you should never put too much of a grip on the club. As a matter of fact, you should do the opposite and give the club a light grip. One of the more well known grips , which is used by about 90% of all golfers, is called the Vardon grip. With this grip, your pinkie should lie on top of the left index finger. You will find that a good grip can make a lot of difference to your golf game.</p><p>Clearly, there are many things that have to be done to learn golf and improve your game. Persistence and dedication, though, make a powerful combination, which will help you become a great golf player. However, do not expect improvement overnight because even pros take years to become excellent. If you concentrate on the game, find time to enjoy yourself and calm down, you will see an improvement in your game. This will consistently happen until you get to the point that you can play golf and others watch you and are envious.</p><p><a href="http://gps.about.com/od/sportsandfitness/tp/golf_gps.htm" target='_blank'>Golf GPS</a> devices have turn out to be increasingly popular in recent years.  Golf GPS is used to accurately determine the distance to particular fixed points on a golf course and allow the average golfer to become much more accurate with club choice. The more advanced golf GPS could offer golfer with extra info, like windage and green slope. Golf GPS from Garmin is said to be the most well-liked Golf GPS devices in the marketplace. Find out much more about <a href="http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-golf-gps/" target='_blank'>Garmin Golf GPS</a> at http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-golf-gps/.</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/improve-your-golf-game-this-way/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>What Places Sell Left Handed Golf?</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/what-places-sell-left-handed-golf</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/what-places-sell-left-handed-golf#comments</comments> <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jan 2012 12:15:21 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[golf]]></category> <category><![CDATA[golf clubs]]></category> <category><![CDATA[left-handed golf clubs]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/what-places-sell-left-handed-golf</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Isn&#8217;t it a tragedy that left handed people often require special equipment to play the sports they love so much? For instance baseball would require a special mitt. You would need special left handed golf clubs to play golf. Many of the other popular sports won&#8217;t require the more expensive special equipment. For instance, basketball [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Isn&#8217;t it a tragedy that left handed people often require special equipment to play the sports they love so much? For instance baseball would require a special mitt. You would need special left handed golf clubs to play golf.</p><p>Many of the other popular sports won&#8217;t require the more expensive special equipment. For instance, basketball doesn&#8217;t require a special ball or leftie shoes. Tennis doesn&#8217;t require a special racket. Football either, you wear the same stuff everyone else does. Soccer is no different but you get the idea. It&#8217;s hard to love a game that doesn&#8217;t let you use the same clubs everyone else uses. Thankfully more and more golfing equipment makers are starting to work on making clubs for lefties. These are only a few of the left handed golf clubs currently available for sale.</p><div style="border:Medium dotted black;padding:10px"> <br />Latest GPS Amazon products</p><p><span style="font-weight:bold">Garmin nüvi 2595LMT 5-Inch Portable Bluetooth GPS Navigator with Lifetime Maps and Traffic</span></p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/576/1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51VRmcI-UrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><ul><li>Lifetime map and traffic updates</li><li>Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads.</li><li>Lane assist with photoReal junction views.</li><li>Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.</li><li>Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it.</li></ul><p><img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/pd-04-lg.jpg" style="float: left" />Let nüvi 2595LMT lead the way with its big 5” (12.7 cm) touchscreen  display and powerful navigation features. It includes FREE lifetime  traffic¹ and map² updates, voice activation and more.</p><h3>Navigate by Touch or by Voice</h3><p>With its innovative speech recognition, you can control nüvi 2595LMT  with your voice – allowing you to keep both hands on the <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/lf-lg.jpg" style="float: right" />wheel. Simply  wake up nüvi with a customizable voice command and begin speaking menu  options that are clearly displayed on the screen. When you’re stopped,&#8230;</p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/Garmin_n_vi_2595LMT_5_Inch_Portable_Bluetooth_GPS_Navigator_with_Lifetime_Maps_and_Traffic/576/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin nüvi 2595LMT 5-Inch Portable Bluetooth GPS Navigator with Lifetime Maps and Traffic</a><br /></div><p>The most popular option for left handed clubs on Overstock.com is the Delta Ladies Left Handed Pro Hybrid Golf Club Set. Overstock.com listed the price at one hundred twenty dollars when this article was written. Reviewers have rated this set of ten clubs at five stars. The marketing for this set describes them as being designed for the &#8220;lady golfer&#8221;. Golf clubs for men and for women don&#8217;t appear to be very different. These clubs should be usable by either men or women from what we can tell.</p><p>Brandgolfclubs.com has a few different brands of left handed golf clubs. You will be surprised at the economical value of clubs priced between 170 and 400 dollars. This can be exhorbitant especially if you are on a tight budget.</p><p>In the real world though these prices are quite reasonable. The site offers free shipping and high end clubs. As usual you don&#8217;t have any way to test drive the clubs before you purchase them. All internet purchases have this issue.</p><p>Leftiesonlygolf.com offers the best and largest selection of left handed clubs. They offer a wide array of various clubs for both men and women. Their stock also includes different types of putters. The site further customizes your order by allowing you to order your clubs individually or in sets. Unfortunately, because this is an entirely internet based retail venue, you will not be able to see, touch or try out the clubs before you buy them and have them delivered. So you&#8217;ll need to be sure of the return policy in case the clubs don&#8217;t work out for you. Being left handed in a right handed world can be difficult. Left handed people also have to deal with the fact that golf courses weren&#8217;t made with them in mind. You even need special equipment if you want to be able to play the game correctly. Most players aren&#8217;t so skilled that they can win using a club designed for someone else&#8217;s body! There&#8217;s no reason to despair, as there are now many places where you can find good quality left handed golf clubs. The ideal golf club for you is out there!</p><p>Whether you are right-handed or left-handed golfer, we highly suggest you to utilise <a href="http://gps.about.com/od/sportsandfitness/tp/golf_gps.htm" target='_blank'>Golf GPS</a>. Golf GPS can enhance your golf abilities tremendously by allowing you to accurately determine the distance of your golf ball to the hole. By knowing the correct distance, it will help you to choose the right golf club, decide on the direction of swing as well as helping you to account the wind factor. Garmin has released a number of popular Golf GPS in the marketplace. You can find out more about <a href="http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-golf-gps/" target='_blank'>Garmin golf GPS</a> at http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-golf-gps/.</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/what-places-sell-left-handed-golf/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>A Look at the Garmin 265WT GPS if You&#8217;re Looking for a Good Navigation Tool, the Garmin 265WT GPS Is One You Might Be Considering.</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/a-look-at-the-garmin-265wt-gps-if-youre-looking-for-a-good-navigation-tool-the-garmin-265wt-gps-is-one-you-might-be-considering</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/a-look-at-the-garmin-265wt-gps-if-youre-looking-for-a-good-navigation-tool-the-garmin-265wt-gps-is-one-you-might-be-considering#comments</comments> <pubDate>Sun, 15 Jan 2012 11:11:12 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Garmin 265WT]]></category> <category><![CDATA[golf gps]]></category> <category><![CDATA[GPS]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/a-look-at-the-garmin-265wt-gps-if-youre-looking-for-a-good-navigation-tool-the-garmin-265wt-gps-is-one-you-might-be-considering</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>The Garmin 265WT GPS is a device that can help you plan your next trip or prevent you from getting lost the next time you&#8217;re driving in an unfamiliar city. When you start looking for a GPS unit, make sure you do enough research to ensure that you have the right unit with all of [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Garmin 265WT GPS is a device that can help you plan your next trip or prevent you from getting lost the next time you&#8217;re driving in an unfamiliar city. When you start looking for a GPS unit, make sure you do enough research to ensure that you have the right unit with all of the features that you need. In the following paragraphs, you will learn specific details about the Garmin 265WT GPS which may help you decide on which unit you inevitably get.</p><p>If you are looking for a petite variety of GPS, Garmin has created the 265WT GPS, which is in the nuvi 295 series. If you need to relocate your device from one car to another, or use it while walking around, this would be fitting. Being on the move and needing a unit that will allow you access at any given time would require a mobile variety. You are awarded the benefits of the GPS device whether on two wheels, four wheels or two feet. So you&#8217;ll find that the Garmin 265WT GPS can enable you to find your way around no matter how you&#8217;re traveling. Lowering you fuel costs is one of the features of the Garmin 265WT. Not everyone can reduce the amount they drive which is the best way to lower your fuel costs. Going on trips or vacation is still an issue even as you try to reduce your driving. Estimating how much your trip will cost and suggestions on how to conserve money are parts of the Eco-route feature. The lowest fuel route will be highlighted using this feature when you plan your trip.</p><div style="border:Medium dotted black;padding:10px"> <br />Latest GPS Amazon products</p><p><span style="font-weight:bold">Garmin nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</span></p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/575/1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51MY297QsrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><ul><li>Lifetime map updates</li><li>Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads.</li><li>Lane assist with photoReal junction views.</li><li>Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.</li><li>Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it.</li></ul><p>Whether you’re driving through an unfamiliar city or on your daily <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/rf-lg-2.jpg" style="float: right" />commute, nüvi 2455LMT makes your trip easier than ever before. It  includes FREE lifetime traffic¹ and map² updates, advanced lane guidance  and more.<br /><h3>Get Turn-by-Turn Directions</h3><p><em>Garmin Guidance 2.0&#8242;s </em> intuitive interface greets you with two simple choices: &#8220;Where To?&#8221; and  &#8220;View Map.&#8221; Touch the screen to easily look up addresses and services  and to be guided to your destination with voice-prompted, turn-by-turn  directions that speak street names. It comes preloaded with maps for  North America&#8230;.</p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/Garmin_n_vi_2455LMT_4_3_Inch_Portable_GPS_Navigator_with_Lifetime_Map_amp_Traffic_Updates/575/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin nüvi 2455LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map &amp; Traffic Updates</a><br /></div><p>Lately, GPS engineering has grown and prospered, and Garmin stands in the front. GPS has rapidly grown from unfamiliar, to an indulgence in high end vehicles, to almost being essential. GPS functions by way of 24 satellites that revolve around our planet. The Garmin unit, along with comparable units, will give a true reading up to 15 meters, proving it to be extraordinary. In some cases, however, weather conditions or tall buildings can interfere with the accuracy of a GPS unit. Ever advancing technology with these units is facilitating a more comprehensive approach to our travel routes whether on foot or on the road. The Garmin 265WT GPS is an example of an affordable GPS unit that has most of the features found on more expensive models.</p><p>It is always important to know exactly what features you would like to have on your GPS while hunting for one. Doing so will prevent you from spending additional money that you shouldn&#8217;t spend for features you will never use. Affordable for most people, the 265WT from Garmin is a state-of-the-art GPS unit that is in a price range that most people will be able to handle. Best of all, the Garmin 265WT is ideal for those walking or driving, making it a very versatile GPS unit.</p><p>Garmin also produced several GPS model for sports like <a href="http://gps.about.com/od/sportsandfitness/tp/golf_gps.htm" target='_blank'>golf GPS</a> and running GPS watch.  Golf GPS for example permits golfer to accurately measure the distance from their golf ball towards the hole. You are able to read more about <a href="http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-golf-gps/" target='_blank'>Garmin Golf GPS</a> at http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-golf-gps/.</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/a-look-at-the-garmin-265wt-gps-if-youre-looking-for-a-good-navigation-tool-the-garmin-265wt-gps-is-one-you-might-be-considering/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Learn About the Versatile and New Garmin Nuvi 3790T GPS.</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/learn-about-the-versatile-and-new-garmin-nuvi-3790t-gps</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/learn-about-the-versatile-and-new-garmin-nuvi-3790t-gps#comments</comments> <pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:06:54 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[car GPS]]></category> <category><![CDATA[garmin]]></category> <category><![CDATA[Nuvi 3790T]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/learn-about-the-versatile-and-new-garmin-nuvi-3790t-gps</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>How you would apply the Garmin Nuvi 3790T GPS is something to think about as we discuss the unit in the following article. There are things for you to discover about GPS, Global Positioning System if you aren&#8217;t familiar with technology and are thinking of buying one. Why you want it and how you plan [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>How you would apply the Garmin Nuvi 3790T GPS is something to think about as we discuss the unit in the following article. There are things for you to discover about GPS, Global Positioning System if you aren&#8217;t familiar with technology and are thinking of buying one. Why you want it and how you plan to use are the first questions to ask yourself. Many cars do not have the built-in GPS that is found in some cars available today. So do you want one for cross country or regional travel or do you want one that you can hold in your hand and use for walking? You will be able to narrow the field by answering these important questions.</p><p>There never seems to be a let-up in the demand for 3-D and this seems to be something that is desired along with the clear trend toward micro-designs and very small profiles. To have something seem real is what many people want and expect. By creating a proprietary 3-D imaging algorithm for buildings and terrain, Garmin meets this need. The highly detailed City Navigator&reg; NT street maps are included in the Nuvi 3790T. What that provides is close to six million points of interest in the US, Canada and Mexico. What you will be able to see with the City Navigator&reg; NT is the location of hotels, restaurants, various stores, entertainment locations and more.</p><div style="border:Medium dotted black;padding:10px"> <br />Latest GPS Amazon products</p><p><span style="font-weight:bold">Garmin nüvi 2595LMT 5-Inch Portable Bluetooth GPS Navigator with Lifetime Maps and Traffic</span></p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/link/574/1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><img style="float:left;margin: 0 20px 10px 0" src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/51VRmcI-UrL._SL160_.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><ul><li>Lifetime map and traffic updates</li><li>Speed limit indicator &#8211; unit displays speed limits for most major roads.</li><li>Lane assist with photoReal junction views.</li><li>Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.</li><li>Park position recall &#8211; find your car where you left it.</li></ul><p><img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/pd-04-lg.jpg" style="float: left" />Let nüvi 2595LMT lead the way with its big 5” (12.7 cm) touchscreen  display and powerful navigation features. It includes FREE lifetime  traffic¹ and map² updates, voice activation and more.</p><h3>Navigate by Touch or by Voice</h3><p>With its innovative speech recognition, you can control nüvi 2595LMT  with your voice – allowing you to keep both hands on the <img src="http://gps-ratings.org/images/am/lf-lg.jpg" style="float: right" />wheel. Simply  wake up nüvi with a customizable voice command and begin speaking menu  options that are clearly displayed on the screen. When you’re stopped,&#8230;</p><p><a href="http://gps-ratings.org/post/Garmin_n_vi_2595LMT_5_Inch_Portable_Bluetooth_GPS_Navigator_with_Lifetime_Maps_and_Traffic/574/2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Garmin nüvi 2595LMT 5-Inch Portable Bluetooth GPS Navigator with Lifetime Maps and Traffic</a><br /></div><p>Although it doesn&#8217;t include absolutely everything, with the use of the 3-D Building and Terrain capability, it will be able to show you major buildings and the surrounding terrain.</p><p>Consumers are demanding voice activation and control, and this GPS does include advanced speech recognition.</p><p>An improvement in the Nuvi 3790T is trafficTrends which uses alternative routes also rather than only the major thoroughfares. There is a feature that is called myTrends which is related because it will basically learn your most traveled daily routes and display them. Depending on your current need, you have a selection of choices for data source. You can also disable the myTrend feature if you find that you want to use other routing solutions. Garmin has released a real winner with their latest offering, the Nuvi 3790T. It&#8217;s not just the smaller size that&#8217;s a hit with users but also the sleek new design that makes this unit a real winner. Of course the Garmin name has become almost synonymous with hand-held GPS units and various marine electronics.</p><p>Garmin has created lots of quality GPS not just for <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automotive_navigation_system" target='_blank'>vehicle navigation</a> but additionally for sports and marine. <a href="http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-running-watch/" target='_blank'>Garmin running watch</a> for example can help you to track your speed, distance and heart rate. Read much more about GPS running watch at http://www.gpsreviewsonline.com/garmin-running-watch/.</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/learn-about-the-versatile-and-new-garmin-nuvi-3790t-gps/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> <item><title>Making Best Use of Design Improvement in GPS Units</title><link>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/making-best-use-of-design-improvement-in-gps-units</link> <comments>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/making-best-use-of-design-improvement-in-gps-units#comments</comments> <pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 04:43:53 +0000</pubDate> <dc:creator>GPS Aficionado</dc:creator> <category><![CDATA[New Posts]]></category> <category><![CDATA[TomTom GPS Navigators]]></category> <category><![CDATA[TomTom VIA 1535T]]></category> <category><![CDATA[TomTom VIA 1535TM]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/making-best-use-of-design-improvement-in-gps-units</guid> <description><![CDATA[<p>Automotive GPS devices have evolved over the past few years and it isn&#8217;t just the internals and technologies that power them. Although improved navigational technologies are usually the best reason to make the upgrade, some design improvements can make a device better too. TomTom is one of the popular GPS brands that are aware of [...]</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Automotive GPS devices have evolved over the past few years and it isn&#8217;t just the internals and technologies that power them. Although improved navigational technologies are usually the best reason to make the upgrade, some design improvements can make a device better too. TomTom is one of the popular GPS brands that are aware of this and they want to stay competitive by offering models like the <a href="http://www.garminnuvireview.com/TomTom-VIA-1535T.html" target='_blank'>TomTom VIA 1535T</a> 5-inch GPS navigators just like some other big GPS manufacturers are doing.</p><p>If you remember in the earlier years, GPS devices were only 3.5 inches and now people are finally settling down with 4.3-inch widescreen devices. 5-inch screens seem like a serious upgrade that requires you to fork out a lot of money but fortunately, there are a couple of inexpensive TomTom GPS navigators like the TomTom VIA 1505 that still provide the same common benefits as a typical 5-inch GPS device.</p><p>Advantages of 5-inch GPS Devices</p><p>Although overall screen resolution is not affected by increasing the display size from 4.3 to 5 inches, the pixels appear bigger. That can be a significant benefit in a car&#8217;s GPS unit. These units are intended to be mounted on the dashboard or windshield of your car, and depending on your car&#8217;s interior design, the display might not be easily readable. The zoom feature can help, but you need to tap the unit&#8217;s zoom controls to activate it. A 5-inch display will stay readable on more zoom levels and the unit&#8217;s menus will also be easier to read because the overall size of the text is larger. TomTom VIA 5-inch models have slim profiles, and they are lightweight despite the larger screen size.</p><p>5-inch GPS Buying Guide</p><p>The most affordable TomTom VIA device which is the <a href="http://www.garminnuvireview.com/TomTom-VIA-1535T.html" target='_blank'>TomTom VIA 1535TM</a> costs around $150 which is good if you are looking for the basic functions. Although the 1505 is basic compared to something like a TomTom GO device, it still has plenty of nice features including maps with detailed roads and lots of points of interest along with useful technologies like Advanced Lane Guidance, Eco Routes, and IQ Routes.</p><p>However, if you have a 4.3-inch GPS and you&#8217;re upgrading, you might be better off spending a little more and getting something like the mid-range TomTom VIA 1535T. In addition to getting the bigger display you&#8217;ll be upgrading your GPS functionality with features like voice recognition and Bluetooth. At one time restricted to high-end models, these helpful features are now available to ordinary consumers who are looking for additional convenience.</p><p>It is even better if you go for a device with the TM suffix because you get lifetime traffic updates as well as lifetime map updates so you get the best value without worrying about subscription fees. Real-time updates are important when you want to take the best route at a certain time and it is also important to update your maps every now and then when new places surface. Therefore a device like the TomTom VIA 1535TM is an excellent purchase and it still costs less than $200.</p><p>A post from:<a href="http://gps-ratings.org">GPS Ratings</a></p>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>http://gps-ratings.org/new-posts/making-best-use-of-design-improvement-in-gps-units/feed</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> </item> </channel> </rss>
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