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Garmin GPSMAP 4008
$2,026.66 $1,899.00
GARMIN GPSMAP 4008 PRELOADED WORLDWIDE SATELLITE IMAGERY |
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Garmin GPSMAP 4012
$2,559.99 $2,399.00
GARMIN GPSMAP 4012 PRELOADED WORLDWIDE SATELLITE IMAGERY |
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Garmin GPSMAP 5008
$3,314.27 $2,899.00
GARMIN GPSMAP 5008 PRELOADED W/ WORLDWIDE SATELLITE IMAGERY |
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Garmin GPSMAP 5012
$3,885.70 $3,399.00
GARMIN GPSMAP 5012 PRELOADED W/ WORLDWIDE SATELLITE IMAGERY |
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Garmin nuvi 1200
$190.00 $175.00
"GARMIN NUVI 1200 3.5"" ULTRA THIN LOWER 48 STATES" |
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Garmin nuvi 1250
$215.00 $185.00
"GARMIN NUVI 1250 3.5"" ULTRA THIN FULL COVERAGE AMERICA" |
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Garmin nuvi 1260T
$255.00 $220.00
"GARMIN NUVI 1260T 3.5"" ULTRA THIN TRAFFIC BLUETOOTH" |
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Garmin nuvi 205
$175.00
"GARMIN NUVI 205 3.5"" PRELOADED W/ LOWER 48 & PR, MSN READY" |
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Garmin nuvi 205w
$195.00 $170.00
GARMIN NUVI 205W WIDE SCREEN GPS NAVIGATOR W/ LOWER 48 MAPS |
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Garmin nuvi 255w
$220.00 $205.00
GARMIN NUVI 255W WIDE SCREEN GPS NAVIGATOR W/ NAVIGATOR NT |
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Garmin nuvi 265T
$220.00 $200.00
GARMIN NUVI 265T 3.5 PRELOADED NORTH AMERICA BT FM TRAFFIC |
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Garmin nuvi 265WT
$275.00 $255.00
"GARMIN NUVI 265WT 4.3"" SCREEN BLUETOOTH AND LIFETIME TRAFFIC" |
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Garmin nuvi 275T
$270.00 $220.00
GARMIN NUVI 275T 3.5 PRELOADED NORTH AMERICA EUROPE BT FM TRA |
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Garmin nuvi 500
$300.00 $310.00
GARMIN NUVI 500 CITY NAVIGATOR LOWER 48 HI & PR + TOPO |
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Garmin nuvi 550
$299.99 $295.00
GARMIN NUVI 550 CITY NAVIGATOR NORTH AMERICA CANADA & PR |
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Garmin nuvi 755T
$475.00 $250.00
"GARMIN NUVI 755T 4.3"" NAVTEQ TRAFFIC 3-D BUILDING LANE ASSI" |
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Garmin nuvi 775T
$500.00 $475.00
"GARMIN NUVI 775T 4.3"" BT LANE ASSIST NA AND EUROPE PRELOADED" |
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Garmin nuvi 785T
$450.00 $440.00
"GARMIN NUVI 785T 4.3"" BT LANE ASSIST MSN DIRECT US EUROPE" |
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It’s no secret that Global Positioning Systems are now all the rage among luxury car owners AND not-so-luxury car owners. Why? Because some are rather reasonable in price, and what they give you for your money is directions to any location in the world right from your car – no more having to rely on MapQuest to get you where you need to go. Among the top brands available are Garmin GPS Systems. In this article we will take a look at this brand to see why it stands out above the rest.
As mentioned previously, Garmin GPS systems are among the most popular brand available. Their systems are so powerful compared to their competition that they are known as megasystems. They are known for having impressive innovations in the field of navigation and electronics that accommodate both professionals and the everyday person. Of course, for what is sold to the public, you can expect that many of their products are the less than complicated versions of what professionals might use. But many customers are surprised to find that even the “simple” versions of their products are highly advanced, and equipped with a level of usability even a child can handle.
Garmin breaks their devices into simple categories based on usage and preferences to help you more easily decide which models you would be most interested in – and those that would best suit your needs. Below are their device categories as well as one or more models that fall under each:
Under the category of “on the road” are devices for motorcycles and automobiles. Possibly, the most popular device that fits under this category is for automobiles. In their automobile category, there are over 30 Garmin GPS systems available – and all of them have great reputations. But in particular, the Nuvi 660 is one of the highest rated systems because of its innumerable features and astounding accuracy. It has a wide screen for easy viewing, even in a larger vehicle, as well as preloaded maps, navigator features, hands-free calling, an FM transmitter and traffic alerts, making it a well-rounded device for those who travel often.
In the motorcycle category, you can find 7 current Garmin GPS systems available, each one portable and offering at the very least pre-loaded maps and accurate time captures, while some are waterproof for extreme outdoor conditions and offer Bluetooth capabilities to enable users to hear turn-by-turn navigational instructions during noisy driving.
In their “on the go” category, you can find a variety of Garmin GPS systems created to accommodate individuals constantly on the run. They offer navigational services that can be accessed through cell phones, personal travel assistants that help organize your help while keeping you informed on your whereabouts, and navigation options to be accessed through your laptop or PDA.
For around $$$, you can take advantage of their navigational system if you have a Smart Phone that can accommodate the technology. With this feature, you can get turn-by-turn directions to 6 million points of interest in the country, get weather updates, find cheap gas stations, and learn where there are traffic jams in your area. They also offer this service for the Blackberry, which gives a lot of professionals who travel updated information while running from city to city.
Their personal travel assistants usually come as a feature in the standard system and offers maps, navigational tools, traffic alerts and photo viewing. And if you don’t want to buy a separate system, but still want the features, you can spend about $100 for their navigation program that can be loaded onto your laptop and will provide maps, announce when you are approaching exits, and give traffic and weather updates.
Garmin GPS systems can not only accommodate those who are driving in their cars; they can also work well for people hiking on remote trails. For example, if you want to get a basic handheld system that works well for navigating through the rugged outdoors, you might want to consider Geko 201, a compact device that lets you move through new territory like a pro. It keeps track of your path with “electronic breadcrumbs” that come in the form of dotted lines along your trail. This way, you will never lose track of your car again while searching for a camp ground. In addition, you can play games on this device if you get a little lonely.
If you are a traveler who loves to visit the undiscovered areas of the country, you will benefit greatly from a mapping handheld device that gives you quick, easy and accurate directions both on and off the road. And if you are traveling with a companion and find you need to split up for a while, there are Garmin GPS systems available that offer navigation features, mapping, and two-way radios to help you locate your friends easily.
Some Garmin GPS systems come in the form of small devices used to help you maintain your fitness – specifically for jogging/running and cycling. Their Forerunner products are all geared toward fitness and help to keep track of specifics like your heart rate while exercising. The exciting aspect of these devices is that can transmit your workout information to your computer so that you can analyze and store your data for future use in their online community call Garmin Connect.
Their “on the water” devices are great for amateurs and professionals alike who need assistance gathering their bearings while on the water. These systems can accommodate all levels of marine activity, including charting where you are located, keeping track of dangerous weather, and even finding fish – and most importantly, most are waterproof.
Garmin GPS systems offer a great reputation for being the best in reliability and accuracy. They are sleek, stylish, compact and user-friendly. And with tons of products available to accommodate all needs and levels of expertise, there is no wonder that Garmin GPS systems are known as America’s most popular devices.
