Garmin GPS 18 Deluxe USB Sensor for Laptops by Garmin
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Digital camera reviews of Garmin GPS 18 Deluxe USB Sensor for Laptops
Digital camera Review: Great Sensor but Propietary to Garmin's nRoute Program
Summary: 3 Stars
The GPS sensor is great and quick to lock on to signals. However, it only works with the included software, nRoute by Garmin. The sensor uses a proprietary language (not the standard NMEA) which will only allow it to be used with Garmin software. If you don't intend to use this device with any other Mapping software programs, then its not a bad deal. I'm not saying nRoute is a bad program, but it takes some time to get use to its menus and to navigate throughout the program. Its Find/Search needs some major improvement, otherwise, it keeps track of time (trip, stopped, moving), speeds (avg, current, and max), and tells the accuracy of location (within how small of an area it has pinpointed you). Being an IT Professional of 7 years, I think there are other programs better suited for ease of use, such as iNav's iGuidance, which will work with many less expensive GPS Receivers/Sensors. A note for contacting Garmin Support should you need your installation key (if its not included) or any assistance with the software - the hold times are often unbareable, informing you of high call volume and to call back later.Digital camera Review: Great bang for your buck!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an excellent product. If you drive a delivery vehicle or are in route sales this product is for you. I am in route sales and use my laptop every minute of the day. I have an extensive territory and found it difficult to find certain places. The Garmin GPS 18 plugs right into the USB port and is powered by the computer so no need for additional attachments. I'll admit "NROUTE" took a little getting used to (for example it has a list of all the streets and names of places so if it isnt on the list you're not going to find it) but once you figure out how it works its easy as pie. Instead of spelling Hoover Street you just type Hoover and it will give you a list of the possible locations. A great buy for only 100 bucks! If you use a laptop in your vehicle and are in need of GPS, dont spend $500 on a 2 inch screen unit when you can get an awesome GPS sensor for only $100.Digital camera Review: Great hardware, weak software
Summary: 3 Stars
GPS itself works great, picks up weak signals and stays locked on. The software is weak. It is extremly clunky to find addresses, as others have described. There is a cumbersome guessing game you have to go through to find locations. The interface is buggy enough that there are times I cannot use it on a particular trip, because I cannot trick the software into finding the location. Overall, a decent value, but just be prepared for the interface.Digital camera Review: Great product
Summary: 5 Stars
We have found this unit to be great. It is very accurate and if you change your route for any reason it will first try to get you back to the original route, but if you keep driving and ignore it, it then realizes there is another way of getting to your destination and it adjusts to a new route. We nicknamed the voice "Betty" and she guides us as we drive so we don't have to look at the laptop. Great product! We can't wait to go on vacation and explore new areas. We'll never be lost again.Digital camera Review: Great product
Summary: 5 Stars
Works exactly as described. Very easy to setup and start using. Maps are very accurate. GPS positon while driving is very accurate with minimal lag. Works better than my Mazda RX8 OEM system at a fraction of the price. Excellent product.