Garmin n?vi 270 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Maps of US and Europe
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Manufacturer: GarminAudio: English (Original Language)
Platform: Not Machine Specific
Model: Nuvi 270
Product features:
- 3.5-Inch Qvga Display
- Sleek, Pocketable Form Factor
- No Flip-Up Antenna
- Full Coverage Of Us & Europe
- Map Data Of Internal Flash Memory
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Digital camera reviews of Garmin n?vi 270 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Maps of US and Europe
Digital camera Review: Nice GPS. Simple enough for the first time user.
Summary: 4 Stars
I recently acquired a Nuvi-270 and have spent a few days playing with it.
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Pros:
1) Simple to use. All basic functions are simple enough for a novice user.
2) The updated maps are extremely accurate.
3) Some fun customizations available.
A -- Garmin offers literally dozens of "cars" to download that allow you to change your vehicle icon to something more personalized (Planes, Trucks, Motorcycles, even a Tank). They even have seasonal offerings like Santa sleighs, Friendly Halloween Monsters.
B -- Garmin had now added a Halloween voice to change from the default speaking directions to something more seasonal. Hopefully they will add more in the future.
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4) Simple to add personalize locations (Work, home, even Geo-caches can be uploaded to the device!)
5) Included mount holds GPS Secure as you drive
6) Voice instructions are loud enough to be heard over car stereo and the volume can be turned up, down or muted altogether.
7) Crisp clear display even in sunny weather.
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Cons:
1) Automated voice occasionally repeats turn commands during instructions.
Example: "Drive 100 feet, then turn right, turn right"
I heard you the first time ;o)
2) Manual is all but nonexistent. Even the pdf version of the Owners Manual available at Garmin's page is incomplete.
Manual available [...]
3) Some settings are buried a little deep in sub, sub, sub-menus.
Not a deal breaker, just a bit tedious at times.
4) Slot for SD Card can NOT be used to store additional vehicle icons or pictures. Its only use appears to be for adding maps.
5) Does not include the USB to mini-USB cable for connecting to your PC.
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Summary of Garmin n?vi 270 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Maps of US and Europe
Navigate both North America and Europe without loading more maps with the affordable n?vi 270. This entry-level Personal Travel Assistant makes traveling so simple. For even more mapping options, n?vi 250 and n?vi 200 offer less map coverage at a lower price. Like all n?vi 200-series members, the 270 features an easy-to-use colorful touchscreen and ultra-slim design--perfect for everyday navigation.
 The n?vi 270 comes preloaded with maps for North America and Europe, and features an easy-to-use touchscreen and ultra-slim design. |
 Configurable vehicle icons let you select car-shaped graphics. |
 n?vi 270 accepts custom points of interest (POIs). View larger. |
The n?vi 270 is built with a high-sensitivity WAAS-enabled GPS receiver for extreme accuracy, as well as an SD card slot for storing your media and additional navigation tools, and a USB interface for loading data. All this is wrapped up in a package that measures 3.8 x 2.8 x .8 inches (W x H x D) and weighs just 5.2 ounces. The n?vi 270's 3.5-inch (diagonal) display is touchscreen-enabled, making it a cinch to control the device with your fingertips. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to five hours of battery life depending on use.
Navigate with Ease
n?vi 270 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps, including a hefty points of interest (POIs) database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply touch the color screen to enter a destination, and n?vi takes you there with 2D or 3D maps and turn-by-turn voice directions. In addition, n?vi 270 accepts custom points of interest (POIs), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts to warn you of upcoming POIs.
Go Beyond Navigation
Navigation is just the beginning. n?vi 270 features many travel tools including 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 configurable vehicle icons that let you select car-shaped graphics to show your location on the map. Optional plug-in SD cards for our line of Garmin Travel Guides and Garmin SaversGuide provide detailed data for attractions and information on nearby merchants offering discounts, so you can customize n?vi for your travel needs.
Note: Like most USB Mass Storage Devices, the n?vi is not compatible with Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me.
What's in the Box
n?vi 270, preloaded City Navigator NT for North America and Europe (full coverage), vehicle suction cup mount, vehicle power cable, dashboard disk, and set up and go guide.
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