Pocket PC GPS Reviews

Garmin Nuvi 360 Pocket Vehicle GPS Review

For those who travel for business or who enjoy taking road trips, the Garmin Nuvi 360 Pocket Vehicle GPS device is very useful for gathering travel information and to use for entertainment purposes. This device can be used to make hands-free phone calls if you have a cell phone with Bluetooth capabilities, and it can be used to listen to MP3’s, audio books, and travel guides.



Mapping Capabilities

With pre-programmed software, you will have access to various maps of Europe and North America. You can view these maps in 2-D or 3-D form to make finding your destination or current location easier. This device comes with an SD slot that allows you to upload additional mapping software when necessary.

In addition to maps, you can also plan trips and be guided to your location with street-by-street directions. This makes driving safer and less stressful. If you make a wrong turn, you will be guided back on track using an alternate route.

The Garmin Nuvi 360 has a color screen that displays large icons that are easy to see while driving. The screen is 2.8 x 2.1 inches, which provides for excellent viewing.


Communication Features

If you forget a phone number and do not have it saved in your cell phone history, you can use the Nuvi database to locate the number. This database contains more than six million points of interest including hotels, public attractions, stores, gas stations, and other places.

Bluetooth technology has enabled drivers to safely use their phones without having to take their hands or their eyes off the road. You can make and receive phone calls with a push of a button. This device has a built-in microphone and speakers that allow you to be heard at all times.

Entertainment Features

The Garmin Nuvi 360 allows users to listen to MP3’s, audio books, and much more by including an FM transmitter that can be used with any car stereo system. This means that you can take and receive phone calls using your stereo speakers as well.

Other features include the ability to view pictures, convert currency, and wake up on time with a built-in alarm.

This device also features Garmin Lock, which keeps your Gamin Novi 360 safe from theft. Because the device can only be activated with your pin code, it is worthless to those who do not know it.

If looking for a device that can be used in the car and when walking, check out the Garmin Novi 360, it is small enough to fit in your pocket and powerful enough to pick up satellite signals when traveling long distances.

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HP iPAQ pocket PC RX4240: and under the hood review and sales too.

The HP iPAQ rx4240 is a Windows Mobile handheld with full GPS capabilities. It is small enough to travel with, but has a color screen large enough to use while driving. Complete with TomTom Navigator 6 mapping software, you won’t have to spend time downloading them from your PC because the unit features maps of the US and Canada preinstalled.



You can use this device in a number of ways, which makes it versatile for work and for play.

On the Road

When traveling, you will be able to look up maps, find addresses, and points of interest along the way.

Other navigation features include:

Your choice of on-screen navigation or voice prompts

HP Quick Launch

Ability to look up current weather conditions and measurement conversions

Integrated SiRFstarIII GPS receiver

Whether you are hiking for the day or planning a long road trip, you will be able to find the information you need quickly and easily.


At the Office

Because this device can easily synch with your office PC, you will never have to miss another meeting or appointment again. The iPAQ rx4240 is equipped with 802.11b/g wireless LAN and has Bluetooth capabilities. This means that you can search the Internet when away from the computer or take the device with you when traveling instead of bringing your computer. This makes traveling for business much easier. 

Entertainment

In addition to serving as a navigational device and as a virtual office, there are many fun ways to use your iPAQ rx4240. You can download and listen to music, play games, or you can look at photos or surf the web whenever you want.

Additional features include:

Storage for music, video, and photos

Ability to connect to the Internet

HP Photosmart Mobile – allows users to create slideshow presentations and share photos and video with others

Download games

As you can see, there are many ways to use your iPAQ rx5915 travel companion. Accessories that are included with the unit is an Lithium-ion 1700 mAh removable battery, car accessories including car mount, holder, and charger, USB cable and adaptor, synchronization/charge cable, slip case and documentation kit.

These accessories can help you get the most from the iPAQ rx5915 when traveling, at the office, or when on vacation. If you plan on using your travel companion often, you should consider buying additional batteries to have on hand if you are unable to recharge the ones you are using.

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Garmin Nuvi 660 Pocket/Vehicle GPS Navigator and Personal Travel Assistant Review

The Garmin Nuvi 660 Pocket Vehicle GPS Navigator combines GPS capabilities with hands-free Bluetooth technology that allows you to make and receive phone calls when using a cell phone that also has Bluetooth capabilities. This makes traveling not only safer, but also more convenient because you will not have to hold your cell phone while talking. Never forget an important phone number again by adding them to the built-in address book. You can also find phone numbers that are located in your cell phone history as well.

GPS Navigation Features

This device is portable and features a color high resolution screen that can be seen under day and nighttime conditions. Relying on NavTeq City Navigator NT, this device can display maps of the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico. By using the touch screen, you will be able to look up exact locations on the map, or find points of interest along the way that include hotels, gas stations, restaurants, public attractions, parks, and much more.

Maps are available in 2-D and 3-D formats to provide you with as much accurate information as possible. 

Enjoy street-by-street directions that are easy to understand. Using the FM transmitter cable provided, you can route sound through your car stereo system so you can hear the directions even more clearly.

If you need to take another route due to traffic, road construction, or poor weather conditions, you can choose an alternate route that will help you reach your destination. If you become lost, this device will automatically create another route.

Additional Features

There are many additional features besides GPS navigation that you may be interested in using. With an FM transmitter, you will be able to listen to MP3’s, audio books, and talk on the phone.

You can also look up photos, and create personal icons that can be used to highlight your favorite functions. With a 4.3 inch display screen, you will be able to see maps, pictures, and function icons clearly.

Included is a three month trial to receive traffic updates. Never have to wait in traffic again by knowing about possible delays before hitting the road. You will be able to instantly look up new routes to avoid traffic.

Standard Equipment

When you purchase the Garmin Nuvi 660, you will receive an AC charger, suction cup car mount, FM traffic receiver/12-volt adapter with 3-month free trial subscription, USB cable, and quick reference guide to help get you started.

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