TomTom has recently launched a new ecoPLUS device that is set to help users reduce their petrol usage as well as reduce carbon footprint. So how does ecoPLUS manage to do all that? Well, ecoPLUS comes with WEBFLEET that helps to obtain data directly from vehicles and transferring the data to fleet managers who, in turn, have the ability to analyze everything needed.

Managing director of TomTom Business Solutions Thomas Schmidt says “For any commercial fleet manager, the twin aims of cutting fuel costs and reducing their carbon footprint are right at the top of the agenda. With ecoPLUS™ we provide an easy solution that works out of the box, on the wide variety of vehicles that today’s commercial fleets consist of.”

The TomTom ecoPLUS forms a part of the WORKsmart™-Eco solution that focuses on helping businesses to optimise vehicle utilization. It also encourages eco-friendly driving behavior. For now, the TomTom ecoPLUS will be available in Europe first at the price of €149/£129. TomTom is set to release the ecoPLUS by the end of this year.

Needless to acknowledge here that Telenav is one of the largest global wireless navigation services providers with sufficient subscribers and now Telenav has announced the new TeleNav GPS Navigator 6.0. As mentioned above, the new GPS navigator will have quite a few features that are new and they will also receive turn-by-turn directions to their destination even if they drive out of wireless coverage.
With their new device, Telenav has introduced the single-click speech input which allows the user to press one button and use common phrases such as “Drive to 1130 Kifer Road, Sunnyvale, California,” “Search for Starbucks,” or “Show me a map of Sunnyvale, California.” Other orders such as “Drive home” to launch directions to their home or use a new shortcut option, “Home” in the “Drive To” menu of the application. The new GPS navigator will be launched on 24 March on selected devices.

The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition is a GPS device that is portable and comes with preloaded maps of the United States and Canada. It supports TomTom MapShare instant map updates, and has 3.5 inch full TFT color LCD touchscreen (320 x 240 pixels, 64,000 colors) for users to view maps in detail.

The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition also features Text-to-speech for spoken street names that allows for hands free navigation, real-time traffic and weather data, features “Help Me” emergency menu, real-time traffic capability, supports 2D and 3D rendering and is powered by an internal lithium-ion battery that provides up to 2 hours of operation time. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition utilizes a high sensitivity GPS chipset, and is powered by a 32 MB RAM memory with 380 MHz CPU speed. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition has an internal memory of 1 GB that allows users to store maps and an SD slot (only for additional maps, SD not included) for memory expandability. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition measures 4.33 x 3.5 x 1.34 inches, weighs less than 10 oz. and has an operating temperature of 14 °F to 131 °F.

The TomTom’s ONE 3rd edition is a portable navigation device that features an updated chipset that provides satellite lock and TomTom’s MapShare technology that lets user add their own map corrections and points of interest. Users can then upload corrections to and download other corrections from millions of other TomTom users via the TomTom HOME website. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition GPS device comes pre-loaded with complete maps for the United States and Canada. Weighing less than 10 ounces and measuring 4.33 inch x 3.5 inch x 1.34 inch, the TomTom ONE can be installed in any vehicle. The device comes with an included windshield suction mount that holds it in place. Plus, with an operating temperature range of an icy -10 degrees to a sweltering 55 degrees Celsius (14 to 131 degrees Fahrenheit), the navigator is durable cold New England winters or Arizona summers. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition is powered by an internal lithium ion battery that can be charged from the vehicle’s cigarette lighter with the included 12-24V adapter. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition also features multicolor display for viewing of maps, routes, driving directions, and other traveling information, such as mileage and distance. Measuring 3.5 inches, the TFT display offers a resolution of 320 x 240 to provide two- and three-dimensional graphics. The device also features 32 MB RAM and 380 MHz CPU. Using the USB port and the provided cable, user can use a PC to add custom points of interest. With its touch-sensitive screen, the TomTom ONE puts programming and operation at user’s fingertips. The built-in database offers millions of points of interest for user to use as destinations or reference points as user plan their trip. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition will also provide a selection of available routes, giving user the option of avoiding toll roads or choosing between the quickest or the most scenic routes. The database includes zip codes to simplify route selection, and the TomTom ONE lets user save the addresses of frequent destinations. Other display features include a compass mode to assist user with directional orientation, and an anti-glare screen for optimal viewing even in direct sunlight. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition provides turn-by-turn voice instructions, providing handsfree convenient directions so that users don’t have to take their eyes off the road while the vehicle is on the move. Voice instructions are available in over 30 languages. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition also features comedy and celebrity voices available, some for free, and others for purchase via download at TomTom’s website. It also features optional speed-sensitive volume. With this optional feature turned on, the volume adjusts itself according to the user’s vehicle’s engine volume, as it becomes louder or quieter as user speed changes. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition also features TomTom HOME, which is TomTom’s free software. The TomTom HOME software enables TomTom users to future proof and personalize their devices. Via desktop access, any TomTom customer can update maps, download the latest application, celebrity voices and more. TomTom HOME allows TomTom customers to update their TomTom device with TomTom’s latest software and services automatically and for free, buy and install the latest maps and European safety cameras, download celebrity and character voices, pre-plan trip itineraries and receive free traffic alerts on their computers. The TomTom ONE device comes with a suction mount, car charger, USB 2.0 data cable, and installation CD with connection software and manual. The TomTom ONE 3rd Edition GPS device also features multi-language support for languages, such as Catalan, Latvian, Czech, Lithuanian, Danish, Norwegian, Dutch, Polish, Estonian, Portuguese, Finnish, Slovakian, Flemish, Spanish, French, Swedish, German, Turkish, Hungarian, UK English, Italian and US English.

The GO 930 is a GPS device that is recommended for automotive use and comes with support for Bluetooth® connectivity. It has GPS Functions, Services ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival), Distance and Speed calculation, Voice Navigation instructions and Voice command recognition that allows also for hands free navigation. The GO 930 has a built-in antenna, built-in speaker and built-in microphone to support its voice activation commands, IQ Routes technology, 2D / 3D map perspective that displays maps in 2D or 3D rendering, built-in FM transmitter, TomTom Map Share technology, and hands-free calling via Bluetooth® support, as well as TMC (Traffic Message Channel) readiness. The Tomtom GO 930 supports a 4 GB built-in memory and come s pre-loaded with maps that include the USA, Canada and Europe. The device also is compatible with TomTom HOME software. The Tomtom GO 930 has language support for Czech, Dutch, Danish, French, German, Polish, Slovak, Catalan, English, Finnish, Flemish, Italian, Latvian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Hungarian, Norwegian, Lithuanian and Portuguese. It supports Bluetooth connectivity, as well as comes with a SD Memory Card slot for memory expandability. The Tomtom GO 930 GPS device is powered by a lithium polymer battery that provides up to 5 hours of operation time. The Tomtom GO 930 also features features a Calculator, Calendar, Clock, Photo viewer, Built-in speaker, and comes with a remote control , docking station , mounting bracket , and car power adapter

The Tomtom GO 930 is a GPS device that features best routes calculation via its IQ Routes™ technology, extensive traffic information/options that provides clear overview of traffic density on route and provides users with the choice of alternative routes to avoid congestion. This feature also allows users to fix routes for quick traffic check of daily route that is integrated into the navigation view via the traffic bar. The TomTom GO 930 also features accurate positioning with its high sensitivity GPS receiver and TomTom’s QuickGPSfix™ service. The Tomtom GO 930 GPS device also features text-to-speech functionality that announces street names, text messages and traffic info so that users can stay focus on the road; enhanced Points of Interest for a wide range of preloaded points of interest with detailed information including pictures, overview maps, phone numbers and descriptions; TomTom Map Share™ technology that enables users to add to, update and personalise maps, and share them with fellow user’s changes daily and automatically via TomTom HOME; 30 day latest map guarantee, voice address input, location search and selection right down to street and house number, and is all powered by a rechargeable lithium-polymer battery that provides up to 5 hours of battery life. The unit also features customizable status bar that facilitates readability by showing information needed, on-screen tips that help users and guided tour that help users learn features quickly. The TomTom GO 930 GPS device also has safe driving features like lane guidance, hands-free car kit that is supported by Bluetooth® technology with dual microphone support and built-in high performance speakers (full duplex), automatic answer for safety, personalise shortcut menu that accesses main functions direct from navigation view, and safety preferences that recommends driving breaks, warns when approaching places or worship or schools, unpaved road warnings, reminds users not to leave device in car, hides map view above a selected speed and reminds users which side of the road to drive when abroad. The TomTom GO 930 GPS device also features TomTom HOME software that allows users to stay connected to the world of TomTom and its users via TomTom HOME that allows users to share and exchange content, do route planning, download POI’s and additional voices, maps and free software upgrades. The TomTom GO 930 also features an MP3 player with earphone connector that is supported by an optional SD card that allows users to enjoy music on the go, record their own navigation instructions, choose their own icon to display on map, photo viewer that allows users to load, store and preview photos from digital camera; device to device content sharing for file exchange (of photos, songs, HTML documents, etc) between the devicr and any other Bluetooth®-enabled device. The device also supports real-time weather reports to check the current weather and road conditions on route and get up to 5 day forecasts for places being visited and buddies function that locate, invite and add friends to the Tomtom GO device. It allows users to see who’’s in the area and to check where one’s buddies are at the moment.

The c340 weighs 9.45 ounces (269 g) and is powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery that provides users up to 8 hours operation time. This unit is not waterproof, does not have high-sensitivity receiver and is not available with a RoHS version either. The Garmin c340 comes with features like basemap, preloaded maps (with functionality that allows users to add maps), internal solid state built-in memory, accepts SD™ card (not included) and provides up to 500 waypoints / favorites / locations memory. The Garmin c340 also features voice prompts (e.g. “Turn right in 500 ft.”) via its internal speaker, Speaks street names (e.g. “Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft.”), has auto re-route for fast off-route and detour recalculation, provides choice of route setup (no off road), route avoidance that helps users avoid highways, tolls etc., is FM traffic compatible, has Custom POIs (which gives users the ability to add additional points of interest), and is supported by an intuitive touchscreen display. The StreetPilot c340 however, does not have the following features: Garmin Garage™ vehicles and Garmin Garage™ voices compatibility, photo navigation (that allows users to navigate to geotagged photos) and world travel clock, currency and unit converter, calculator, and picture viewer. The device does not supports Garmin Lock™ which is an anti-theft feature. The StreetPilot c340 GPS also does not support Bluetooth® wireless technology that connects phone for hands-free calling, and MSN® Direct compatibility, speed limit indicator that displays speed limit for most major roads, ‘Where Am I?’ functionality that helps users find closest hospitals, police and gas stations, nearest address and intersection, ecoRoute™ which calculates a more fuel-efficient route, or Qwerty or ABC keyboard support. The device also does not support an MP3 player, Audio book player, FM transmitter, headphone jack / audio line-out, remote control, dead reckoning, is not motorcycle-friendly, and not geocaching-friendly either.

The StreetPilot c340 GPS and its counterpart, c340 features optional traffic alerts, and come preprogrammed with street maps. Whether users choose these preloaded navigators or the c320 or c310 with SD card, their intuitive touch screen operation and big displays facilitates optimal use. The StreetPilot c340 is a widescreen navigator that takes users to location with preloaded maps and turn-by-turn directions that call out streets by name via its built-in speakers. The StreetPilot c340 comes with lifetime traffic and hands-free calling. The StreetPilot c340 also provides Turn-by-Turn Directions that greets users with two questions: “Where to?” and “View Map.” Users touch the color screen to look up addresses and services and get voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to destination. The StreetPilot c340 comes preloaded with detailed City Navigator® NT street maps; over 6 million points of interest (POIs), 2-D or 3-D maps and smooth map redraw rates as users navigate. Users touch the sunlight-readable color screen to enter a destination, and the c340 takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. In addition, the c340 accepts custom points of interest (POIs) such as school zones and safety cameras and lets users set proximity alerts to warn them of upcoming POIs. The StreetPilot c340 GPS also comes with an SD card slot, making it convenient to add optional maps, especially when traveling abroad. The portable c340 moves from vehicle to vehicle. Its suction cup windshield mount facilitates installment from vehicle to vehicle. The c340 also comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery for out-of-car route planning, allowing users to bring the c340 from vehicle to on-foot navigation. The StreetPilot c340 GPS comes with preloaded City Navigator® NT for North America or Europe (full coverage), vehicle suction cup mount with integrated power cable, a USB cable, a USB drivers disk, a Dashboard disk and a Quick reference guide. The StreetPilot c340 GPS is a simple GPS device that has been stripped down of several features from Garmin, namely, Garmin Garage™ vehicles and Garmin Garage™ voices compatibility, photo navigation, world travel clock, currency and unit converter, calculator, and picture viewer, Garmin Lock™, MSN® Direct compatibility, speed limit indicator, ‘Where Am I?’ functionality, ecoRoute™, Qwerty or ABC keyboard support, does not support an MP3 player, Audio book player, FM transmitter, headphone jack / audio line-out, remote control, dead reckoning, is not motocycle friendly, and not geocaching-friendly either. The StreetPilot c340 size of 4.4″ W x 3.2″ H x 2.8″ D nd a weight of 9.45 ounces provides portability for this unit to be taken in and out of the vehicle.

The c330 weighs 9.45 ounces (269 g) and is powered by rechargeable lithium-ion battery that provides users up to 8 hours operation time. This unit is not waterproof, does not have high-sensitivity receiver and is not available with a RoHS version either. The Garmin c330 comes with features like basemap, preloaded maps (with functionality that allows users to add maps), internal solid state built-in memory, accepts SD™ card (not included) and provides up to 500 waypoints / favorites / locations memory. The Garmin c330 also features voice prompts (e.g. “Turn right in 500 ft.”) via its internal speaker, has auto re-route for fast off-route and detour recalculation, provides choice of route setup (no off road), route avoidance that helps users avoid highways, tolls etc., Custom POIs (which gives users the ability to add additional points of interest), and is supported by an intuitive touchscreen display. The StreetPilot c330 however, does not have the following features: Garmin Garage™ vehicles and Garmin Garage™ voices compatibility, photo navigation (that allows users to navigate to geotagged photos) and world travel clock, currency and unit converter, calculator, and picture viewer. The device does not supports Garmin Lock™ which is an anti-theft feature. The StreetPilot c330 GPS also does not support Bluetooth® wireless technology that connects phone for hands-free calling, and MSN® Direct compatibility, FM traffic compatibility (receiver and lifetime traffic is not included with the unit), speed limit indicator that displays speed limit for most major roads, ‘Where Am I?’ functionality that helps users find closest hospitals, police and gas stations, nearest address and intersection, ecoRoute™ which calculates a more fuel-efficient route, or Qwerty or ABC keyboard support. The device also does not support an MP3 player, Audio book player, FM transmitter, headphone jack / audio line-out, remote control, dead reckoning, is not motorcycle-friendly, and not geocaching-friendly either.

The Garmin StreetPilot c330 GPS and its counterpart, c340 features optional traffic alerts, and come preprogrammed with street maps. Whether users choose these preloaded navigators or the c320 or c310 with SD card, their intuitive touch screen operation and big displays facilitates optimal use. The StreetPilot c330 is a widescreen navigator that takes users to location with preloaded maps and turn-by-turn directions that call out streets by name via its built-in speakers. The StreetPilot c330 comes with lifetime traffic and hands-free calling. The StreetPilot c330 also provides Turn-by-Turn Directions that greets users with two questions: “Where to?” and “View Map.” Users touch the color screen to look up addresses and services and get voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to destination. The StreetPilot c330 comes preloaded with detailed City Navigator® NT street maps; over 6 million points of interest (POIs), 2-D or 3-D maps and smooth map redraw rates as users navigate. Users touch the sunlight-readable color screen to enter a destination, and the c330 takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. In addition, the c330 accepts custom points of interest (POIs) such as school zones and safety cameras and lets users set proximity alerts to warn them of upcoming POIs. The StreetPilot c330 GPS also comes with an SD card slot, making it convenient to add optional maps, especially when traveling abroad. The portable c330 moves from vehicle to vehicle. Its suction cup windshield mount facilitates installment from vehicle to vehicle. The c330 also comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery for out-of-car route planning, allowing users to bring the c330 from vehicle to on-foot navigation. The StreetPilot c330 GPS comes with preloaded City Navigator® NT for North America or Europe (full coverage), vehicle suction cup mount with integrated power cable, a USB cable, a USB drivers disk, a Dashboard disk and a Quick reference guide. The StreetPilot c330 GPS is a simple GPS device that has been stripped down of several features from Garmin, namely, Garmin Garage™ vehicles and Garmin Garage™ voices compatibility, photo navigation, world travel clock, currency and unit converter, calculator, and picture viewer, Garmin Lock™, MSN® Direct compatibility, FM traffic compatibility, speed limit indicator, ‘Where Am I?’ functionality, ecoRoute™, Qwerty or ABC keyboard support, does not support an MP3 player, Audio book player, FM transmitter, headphone jack / audio line-out, remote control, dead reckoning, is not motocycle friendly, and not geocaching-friendly either. The StreetPilot c330 size of 4.4″ W x 3.2″ H x 2.8″ D nd a weight of 9.45 ounces provides portability for this unit to be taken in and out of the vehicle.

The 885T weighs 6.2 ounces (176 g) and is powered by a removable rechargeable lithium-ion battery that provides users up to 4 hours operation time. This unit is not waterproof. However, it does have high-sensitivity receiver and is available with a RoHS version rating. The Garmin nüvi 885T also comes with features like basemap, preloaded maps (with functionality that allows users to add maps), internal solid state built-in memory, accepts microSD™ card (not included) and provides up to 500 waypoints / favorites / locations memory and 10 routes. The Garmin nüvi 885T also features voice prompts (e.g. “Turn right in 500 ft.”) via its dual internal speaker, speaks street names (e.g. “Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft.”), auto re-route for fast off-route and detour recalculation, provides choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road), route avoidance that helps users avoid highways, tolls etc., Custom POIs (which gives users the ability to add additional points of interest), is Garmin Garage™ vehicles and Garmin Garage™ voices compatible, and has world travel clock, currency and unit converter, calculator, and picture viewer. The device also supports Garmin Lock™ which is an anti-theft feature and has a touchscreen. This device also acts as a USB mass storage device that is compatible with Windows® 2000 or later and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later. The Garmin nüvi 885T comes preloaded with City Navigator® NT for North America, vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power cable, dashboard disc and a quick start manual. It supports Voice-activated navigation (operate device with spoken commands), Lane assist (guides users to the proper lane for navigation) with junction view, Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route), Bluetooth® wireless technology that connects phone for hands-free calling, and is MSN® Direct compatible. The Garmin nüvi 885T is also supports FM traffic, speed limit indicator that displays speed limit for most major roads, ‘Where Am I?’ functionality that helps users find closest hospitals, police and gas stations, nearest address and intersection, and Qwerty or ABC keyboard.

The nüvi® 885T features voice-activated navigation, lane assist with junction view, MSN® Direct and hands-free calling capability. It comes with a widescreen display, preloaded maps and more. The nüvi 885T listens to spoken command and tell users directions with its speech recognition feature, which allows users to safely control nüvi’s interface with their voice allowing them to keep both hands on the wheel. By saying “Find Address” and speak an address, the 885T starts navigating. The unit also features Lane assist with junction view that guides users to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit, facilitating navigation of unfamiliar intersections and exits. It displays road signs and junctions on your route along with arrows that indicate the proper lane for navigation. The nüvi 885T supports MSN Direct, and comes with an included receiver and free trial service¹ to MSN Direct that allows users to check flight status, avoid traffic backups, compare local gas prices, get advanced weather information, movie listings, stock information, news and local events when they travel with their unit. The nüvi 885T’s intuitive interface greets users with two simple questions: “Where to?” and “View map.” By speaking a menu option or touch the color screen, users can look up addresses and services and get voice-prompted, turn-by-turn directions that speak street names to their destination. It comes preloaded with detailed City Navigator® NT street maps, nearly 6 million points of interest (POIs) and features digital elevation maps that give users a big picture of the surrounding terrain. Users can also upload custom points of interest (POIs). And with HotFix™ satellite prediction, nüvi calculates position faster to get you there quicker. The nüvi 885T integrates Bluetooth® wireless technology with a built-in microphone and speaker. This allows users to pair it with compatible Bluetooth phone and talk hands-free through the 885T while staying focused on the road. The nüvi 885T includes travel tools such as MP3 player, audio book player (subscription to Audible.com required), JPEG picture viewer, currency converters, Garmin Games, alarm clock and more. It’s also compatible with lifetime traffic alerts or MSN® Direct (receiver purchase required for either option). With photo navigation, users can download Google™ Panoramio™ pictures via Garmin Connect™ Photos website and navigate to them. The 885T features Garmin Lock™, an anti-theft feature, and is compatible with Garmin Garage where users can download custom custom voices and vehicles. IT also features optional plug-in microSD cards such as Garmin Travel Guides for detailed data on attractions.

The Garmin nüvi® 260 is a GPS device that measures 3.8 ” W x 2.8 ” H x 0.8 ” D (9.7 x 7.1 x 2 cm) 2.8 ” W x 2.1 ” H (7.2 x 5.4 cm); 3.5 ” diagonal (8.9 cm) display size with 320 x 240 pixels resolution. The display on this unit is a QVGA colour antiglare TFT screen with white backlight.

The 260 weighs 5.2 ounces (147.42 g) and is powered by a removable rechargeable lithium-ion battery that provides users up to 5 hours operation time. This unit is not waterproof. However, it does have high-sensitivity receiver and is available with a RoHS version rating. The Garmin nüvi 260 also comes with features like basemap, preloaded maps (with functionality that allows users to add maps), internal solid state built-in memory, accepts microSD™ card (not included) and provides up to 500 waypoints / favorites / locations memory. The Garmin nüvi 260 also features voice prompts (e.g. “Turn right in 500 ft.”) via its dual internal speaker, speaks street names (e.g. “Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft.”), auto re-route for fast off-route and detour recalculation, provides choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road), route avoidance that helps users avoid highways, tolls etc., Custom POIs (which gives users the ability to add additional points of interest), is Garmin Garage™ vehicles and Garmin Garage™ voices compatible, and has world travel clock, currency and unit converter, calculator, and picture viewer. The device also supports Garmin Lock™ which is an anti-theft feature and has a touchscreen. This device also acts as a USB mass storage device that is compatible with Windows® 2000 or later and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later. The Garmin nüvi 260 comes preloaded with City Navigator® NT for North America, vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power cable, dashboard disc and a quick start manual. It does not support Voice-activated navigation (operate device with spoken commands), Lane assist (guides users to the proper lane for navigation) with junction view, Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route), Bluetooth® wireless technology that connects phone for hands-free calling, and is not MSN® Direct compatible. The Garmin nüvi 260 also does not support FM traffic, does not have speed limit indicator that displays speed limit for most major roads, ‘Where Am I?’ functionality that helps users find closest hospitals, police and gas stations, nearest address and intersection, and does not support Qwerty or ABC keyboard.

The nüvi® 260 features turn-by-turn voice directions that announce the name of streets as users navigate, so that they can keep their eyes on the road. The nüvi 260 allow users to tap in street address to find their way around. The nüvi 260 comes ready out of the box with preloaded City Navigator® NT street maps, including points of interest (POIs) database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. It announces the name of exits and streets so users never have to take their eyes off the road. By touching the color screen to enter a destination, the nüvi takes users there with 2-D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. In addition, nüvi 260 accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets users set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs. Users can take it with them on foot as well. Like the rest of the nüvi 200-series, nüvi 260 sports a slim design and fits in a pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery allows users to navigate by car or foot. The Garmin nüvi 260 also includes travel tools such as a JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. The nuvi 260 GPS also comes with Garmin Lock™, an anti-theft feature, and is compatible with Garmin Garage where users can download custom vehicles that show their location on the map. It also comes with an optional plug-in SD cards such as Garmin Travel Guides for detailed data on attractions. The Garmin nuvi 260 does not support Voice-activated navigation (operate device with spoken commands), Lane assist (guides users to the proper lane for navigation) with junction view, Auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route), Bluetooth® wireless technology that connects phone for hands-free calling, and is not MSN® Direct compatible. The Garmin nüvi 260 also does not support FM traffic, does not have speed limit indicator that displays speed limit for most major roads, ‘Where Am I?’ functionality that helps users find closest hospitals, police and gas stations, nearest address and intersection, and does not support Qwerty or ABC keyboard. Its 3.8 ” W x 2.8 ” H x 0.8 ” D (9.7 x 7.1 x 2 cm) measurement allows for portability and navigation on foot by users with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

The Garmin nüvi® 205W is not waterproof. However, it does have high-sensitivity receiver and is available with a RoHS version rating. The Garmin nüvi 205W also comes with features like basemap, preloaded maps (with functionality that allows users to add maps), internal solid state built-in memory, accepts microSD™ card (not included) and provides up to 1000 waypoints / favorites / locations memory. The 205W also features auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation), Choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road), Route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.), is MSN® Direct compatible, FM traffic compatible, has ecoRoute™ (calculates a more fuel-efficient route), has Qwerty or ABC keyboard (choose keyboard lauserst), Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest), is Garmin Garage™ vehicles compatible (to download car-shaped icons to device) and Garmin Garage™ voices compatible (to download custom voices to device), speed limit indicator (displays speed limit for most major roads), has Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos), World travel clock, currency and unit converter, calculator, Picture viewer, and supports Garmin Lock™ (anti-theft feature). The Garmin nüvi® 205W is a USB mass storage device that is compatible with Windows® 2000 or later and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later. The Garmin nüvi® 205W does not support speaks street names, has no voice-activated navigation, no lane assist, no 3-D building view (displays buildings in 3-D) no auto sort multiple destinations, no Bluetooth® wireless technology, no Where Am I? feature that finds closest hospitals, police & gas stations, nearest address & intersection, does not support MP3 player, Audio book player, FM transmitter, headphone jack/audio line-out and does not comes with remote control. The nüvi 205W comes preloaded with City Navigator® NT data for the lower 48 states, Hawaii and Puerto Rico (no Alaska or Canada detail) or one European region or country (click versions tab to view all), Vehicle suction cup mount, Vehicle power cable, Dashboard disc and a Quick start manual.

The Garmin nüvi® 205W is a portable and wide personal travel assistant that features turn-by-turn directions and optional MSN® Direct services to get users there on time and keep them informed. It’s packed with millions of destinations and maps for the contiguous U.S., Canada or regional sections of Europe. The Garmin nüvi 205W features a widescreen display that allows users to view map detail, driving directions, photos and more in sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display that can be read from any direction. The nüvi 205W comes preloaded with City Navigator® NT map data for the contiguous U.S., Canada or one European region or country (users click versions tab to view all). By touching the color screen to enter a destination, the Garmin nüvi 205W takes users there with turn-by-turn voice directions; 2-D maps and map redraw rates as they navigate. Its digital elevation maps show users shaded contours at higher zoom levels, giving users a big picture of the surrounding terrain. In addition, nüvi 205W accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets users set proximity alerts to warn users of upcoming POIs. With HotFix™ satellite prediction, nüvi calculates user’s position faster to get users there quicker. The Garmin nüvi 205W provide mobility with its slim design hat fits in user’s pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for navigation by car or foot. With its “Where Am I?” emergency locator, users always know their location, right down to exact latitude and longitude coordinates, the nearest address and intersection, and the closest hospitals, police stations and fuel stations. The Garmin nüvi 205W includes many travel tools including JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. With photo navigation, users can download Google™ Panoramio™ pictures via Garmin Connect™ Photos website and navigate to them. The 205W is compatible with optional MSN® Direct content (subscription and receiver required) and Garmin Garage where users can download animated vehicles that show location on the map. It also comes with Garmin Lock™, an anti-theft feature; as well as optional plug-in microSD cards such as Garmin Travel Guides for detailed data on attractions. The nüvi 205W also comes preloaded with City Navigator® NT data for the lower 48 states, Hawaii and Puerto Rico (no Alaska or Canada detail) or one European region or country.

The unit is not water proof, however it does support a high-sensitivity receiver and is available with a RoHS version. The nuvi 260W GPS supports basemap, preloaded maps and the ability to add maps for users. It also supports a built-in internal solid state memory and accepts SD™ card (not included). The unit allows users to store up to 500 waypoints / favorites / locations. The nuvi 260W GPS features voice prompts (e.g. “Turn right in 500 ft.”) via its internal speaker, speaks street names (e.g. “Turn right ON ELM STREET in 500 ft.”), Auto re-route (fast off-route and detour recalculation), choice of route setup (faster time, shorter distance, off road), route avoidance (avoid highways, tolls etc.), Custom POIs (ability to add additional points of interest), is Garmin Garage™ vehicles compatible that allows users to download car-shaped icons to the device, Garmin Garage™ voices compatible (to download custom voices to the device), world travel clock, currency & unit converter, calculator, picture viewer and Garmin Lock™ (anti-theft feature). The unit however, does not support voice-activated navigation (operate device with spoken commands), Lane assist (that guides users to the proper lane for navigation), 3-D building view (displays buildings in 3-D), auto sort multiple destinations (provides most direct route), is not Bluetooth® wireless technology (connect to usersr phone for hands-free calling) compatible, does not have MSN® Direct compatibility, does not have FM traffic compatibility, nor is XM® Navtraffic & Radio for U.S. compatible, does not support speed limit indicator (displays speed limit for most major roads), Where Am I? (find closest hospitals, police & gas stations, nearest address & intersection), Garmin Locate™ (marks position when removed from windshield mount), does not support Qwerty or ABC keyboard, Photo navigation (navigate to geotagged photos), MP3 player, Audio book player, FM transmitter, headphone jack/audio line-out, does not come with a remote control, dead reckoning. Is neither motorcycle-friendly nor Geocaching-friendly. The Garmin nuvi 260W GPS is a USB mass storage device that is compatible with Windows® 2000 or later and Mac® OS X 10.4 or later. The nüvi 260W, comes with preloaded City Navigator® NT for North America, vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power cable, dashboard disc and quick start manual.

The Garmin nüvi 260W is a widescreen navigator that features speaks street names. The nüvi 260W comes ready to go out of the box with preloaded City Navigator® NT street maps, including points of interest (POIs) database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. It announces the name of exits and streets so users never have to take their eyes off the road. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and nüvi takes users there with 2-D or 3-D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. In addition, nüvi 260W accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets users set proximity alerts to warn users of upcoming POIs. It allows users to take it on foot with them as the nüvi 260W sports a slim design and fits in a pocket or purse. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery allows for navigation by car or foot up to 5 hours of usage time. The Garmin nüvi 260W also includes travel tools such as the JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. It also comes with Garmin Lock™, an anti-theft feature, and is compatible with Garmin Garage where users can download custom vehicles that show location on the map. It also comes with optional plug-in SD cards such as Garmin Travel Guides for detailed data on attractions.