Garmin Zumo 550 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator by Garmin
|
List Price: Our Price: $595.00 You Save: $304.99 (34%) Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days Buy Used: from $450.00 (click here) Category: GPS or Navigation System See more digital camera details and other models |
|---|
Digital camera reviews of Garmin Zumo 550 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator
Digital camera Review: Buggy Software
Summary: 2 Stars
I've had the Zumo 550 for just over a month now and during that time it has locked-up in the power off mode multiple times while in the cradle. The only way to get the unit to power back on is to remove and re-install the battery using a 2mm hex wrench (not included). The unit does have some nice features but its lack of dependability make it more toy than tool. If you're considering a purchase check out the ZumoForums online. There are multiple accounts of new Zumos with the same problem I had. Kudos to Amazon for shipping out a replacement (I had owned the unit a few days too long to qualify for a refund, which I would have preferred.) but my discussions with Garmin and others' experience doesn't make me hopeful that this will have been a good investment.Digital camera Review: Buy a map!
Summary: 2 Stars
I made the mistake of letting this thing choose a backroads route for me only to find out that it took me 80 miles out of my way. This wouldn't be so bad if I hadn't been riding for 10 hours already and was in the mood for some site seeing. The software for the unit needs HELP! It will not let you easily alter a route it has chosen for you. The mapping software on the PC is much easier to manipulate. So, either plan your every move before you leave home, buy maps as you go or take your laptop with you.
The MP3 player and photo viewer work well.
Purchased from Beach Camera - Fantastic retailer!!!!!!!!!
Digital camera Review: Buyer Beware
Summary: 3 Stars
Bought this item on Amazon.com. They provided one of those "Buy this item with..." and recommended a carrying case. I clicked on that option. What they didn't tell me was that a case was included with the GPS unit. When I went to return the extra case that they recommended, I was told that I must pay for return shipping because it wasn't Amazon's fault. The GPS itself is great. Easy to set up, and all of my address book is accessible.Digital camera Review: CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT IT- BIKE & AUTO
Summary: 5 Stars
I've only had 2 problems. #1- it had locked up on me once. I think It was my fault. I placed it on and off the bike then shut it down before it completed it's loading. I just PRESSED & HELD DOWN the + button and the POWER BUTTON at the same time. It rebooted (like a computer). It never happened again. #2- the maps are about 95% - meaning they seem to be somewhat outdated. But, all in all, I can't live or shall I say I'll never live without one. Members are getting them... one at a time. GWRRA BATESVILLE ARKANSAS www.gwrra-ar-h.orgDigital camera Review: Cool GPS
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the first GPS I've owned/used. It works great. Some reviews I read complain about the time it takes to recalculate the route, it recalculated the route way faster than I could have.