Vehicle GPS Recommendations
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aps45819
24/7 Single Dad
They only say that when you go off course and it has to figure out how to fix your screw up.
I downloaded a "Spooky" voice that says "Let me consult my magic book"
bcp
In My Opinion
except the GPS does not require a monthly fee to use.
bcp
In My Opinion
I know right, how funny is it to know that people used to be able to actually think without being told what to do.
I do use the GPS now, but mostly to see what time Im going to be where Im going to. When it tells me a time, I consider it a challenge.
BlueBird
Well-Known Member
This is a very valid point but if you do the math it still works out to be about the same. Monthly fee vice purchasing a stand alone GPS unit that is only as up to date as it's last upgrade plus what you have to spend to update it. I use VZ navigator through Verizon and I think the cost is very reasonable for what it is.
aps45819
24/7 Single Dad
It also works in areas without cell coverage
Just updated mine today, cost $0.00
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czygvtwkr
Guest
Get whatever Garmin is $100 currently. I always thought they were a bit silly but two years ago I was going to California for several weeks and wanted to do some siteseeing while there so I spent $99 on Newegg.com for a Garmin Nuvi 1300 and it even comes with free lifetime updates.
There are things about a GPS I never thought I would use, but for example I needed to mail something when in driving past Barstow CA, I hit find post office and boom I was there. You can also scroll through nearby restaurants by category, find a Walmart, etc. The GPS of a GPS unit is so much easier to drive to than a smartphone app, tried several and they just weren't as good. Sometimes things come up like lost luggage and you need to find a store that sells underwear and the dumbasses at the motel have no idea where to buy new underwear.
There are things about a GPS I never thought I would use, but for example I needed to mail something when in driving past Barstow CA, I hit find post office and boom I was there. You can also scroll through nearby restaurants by category, find a Walmart, etc. The GPS of a GPS unit is so much easier to drive to than a smartphone app, tried several and they just weren't as good. Sometimes things come up like lost luggage and you need to find a store that sells underwear and the dumbasses at the motel have no idea where to buy new underwear.
bcp
In My Opinion
Your math is not exactly correct.
I paid something like 100 bucks for mine 6 years ago, still using it, have updated once. so, for 190 bucks (or close to it) I have used it for 6 years.
Since I dont have a cell phone, it would require me to pay a monthly fee for just the phone, not to mention any add on that is required to pay for.
I think Im getting a much better deal. and I can still find shopping, places to eat, gas stations etc... while on the road.
BlueBird
Well-Known Member
There are areas with no cell coverage? You make more valid points. I have no retort for you either.
MMDad
Lem Putt
It's his age. He doesn't like those newfangled things like phones without cords the way Edison intended them.
aps45819
24/7 Single Dad
glhs837
Power with Control
BlueBird
Well-Known Member
Where can I find this Goggle Nav you speak of? I googled it and couldn't find it. Is this a new free app or something?
BlueBird
Well-Known Member
Ah yes a purist...
bcp
In My Opinion
Im not so important that I have to be available to everyone every second.
you can get me at home, or at work, or if an emergency while Im in my truck, I do have the onstar phone. Other than that? no need.
glhs837
Power with Control
If you are using a smartphone, there should be a "Navigation" icon in your apps, a blue triangle sort of thing.
http://www.androidza.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/google_navigation.png
Or if you have the standard Google search bar, like this...
http://speckycdn.sdm.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/android_gui_33.jpg
Just hit that microphone button and ask your phone to "navigate to XX", see what happens. I was recently in FL, for instance, and needed to get some travel items. AS I pulled out of the airport, I just hit the mic button and said "Navigate to Wal-Mart", and it gave me a list sorted by distance, I tapped the top one off the list and it began to nav.
itsbob
I bowl overhand
I've got the 550 with the XM antenna LOVE it..
But its pretty much permanently attached to the bike..