GPS devices characteristics

There are some characteristics of GPS devices that are noteworthy.

The easiness of use is also important. Some devices, for example, the Garmin Nuvi's, are like small computers - they do so much. I'm not telling you to avoid the Nuvi - I like that line of merchandise a great deal. You just need to be aware that you will have to study the manual the first time you use it. Much to Garmin's credit, the StreetPilot C devices were fashioned to be simple to use. If I were going to purchase my 67-year old grandmother an automotive GPS system, it might be the StreetPilot c340.

When you ascend in prices, you acquire a lot of additional features. Some of them are not that crucial, like having a clock. My automobile has a clock, so I don't think I need a pair of them. Bluetooth is a thing you might want if you use mobile phone in the automobile. Bluetooth technology lets you use your GPS device as a cellphone. So, if you're cutting the number of devices you have to store in the car, it is always a good idea - especially when negotiating an occupied expressway interchange.

The middle to high price range systems even have mp3 players so you can listen to audiobooks and music. That's dandy if everybody else in the car wants to hear the same music. If not, well I reckon everyone will have to use their personal iPod.

The screen size is crucial! The last thing you wish to be doing in traffic is trying to see the device's screen. Many of these merchandise lines have widescreen variations. That means 4.3-inch screens. That's almost an inch larger than the 3.5-inch screen. For a lot of people, it actually makes a difference.