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Packed with features and available in a variety of hip colors, the Garmin nuvi 250 is affordably priced and easy to use. The nuvi 250 comes preloaded with City Navigator map data giving you...
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Packed with features and available in a variety of hip colors, the Garmin nuvi 250 is affordably priced and easy to use. The nuvi 250 comes preloaded with City Navigator map data giving you quick, turn-by-turn directions to anywhere in the continental United States. Pull up colorful, 2-D or 3-D maps on the sunlight-readable screen and voice directions will guide you safely and quickly to your selected destination. You can also set custom points of interest on the nuvi 250 such as your favorite restaurants or coffee shops, and with proximity alerts you’re always aware of where you’re going, and where you’ve been. Less
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This GPS features preloaded base map coverage of the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico with 7 million points of interest, so you can plan your desired route. The voice prompts provide...
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This GPS features preloaded base map coverage of the U.S., Puerto Rico, Canada and Mexico with 7 million points of interest, so you can plan your desired route. The voice prompts provide guidance while you keep your eyes on the road for safe navigation. Less
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Form Factor
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Fixed
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Fixed
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Map capabilities
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Map cartridges / Data cards
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Internal
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Receiver Type
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12 Channels
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20 Channels
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Enhanced accuracy
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WAAS enabled, EGNOS enabled
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Screen Size
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3.5 in.
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5 in.
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GPS Type
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Automobile
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Automobile
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Input Method
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Touch Screen
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Touch Screen
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| Display |
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Display Type
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65k Colors LCD TFT Display
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LCD Display
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Display Size
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2.8 in. x 2.1 in.
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5 in.
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Resolutions
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320 x 240
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480 x 272
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| Technical Features |
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Special Features
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Waypoint Icons, JPEG Image Viewer, Converter, Calculator, 3D Map View
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3D Map View
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Included Software/Maps
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Europe Maps, Great Britain
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Audible Features
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Voice Navigation Instructions
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Trip calculator
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Shortest time, Shortest distance, Route Recalculation, Avoid toll roads, Detour Feature, Points-of-Interest (POI)
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Points-of-Interest (POI), Lane Assist
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PC Interface
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Bluetooth
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USB, Bluetooth, Micro-USB
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Antenna
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Built-in
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Expansion Slot Type
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SD (Secure Digital) Card Slot
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micro-SD slot
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Built in memory
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4 GB
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Brand
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Garmin
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TomTom
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Waypoints
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500
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1
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Battery Life
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Up to 5 Hours
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Up to 2 Hours
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Battery Type
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Rechargeable Li-Ion Battery
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| Dimensions |
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Weight
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5.2 lb.
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0.53 lb.
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Depth
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0.8 in.
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1.4 in.
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Height
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2.8 in.
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3.7 in.
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Width
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3.8 in.
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5.3 in.
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| Miscellaneous |
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Family Line
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Tomtom GO
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UPC
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753759065539
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636926052412
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Product ID
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43910629
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118711716
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MPN
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010-N0621-00
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1ER501700
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| Consumer Reviews |
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Garmin Nuvi 250 - 3.5 in. Car GPS Receiver
$199.00
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TomTom GO LIVE 1535 M - 5 in. Car GPS Receiver
From
$168.00
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Product Review Summary
92% recommend this product
Pros
- Easy to Use (11)
- Compact (10)
- Simple Setup (10)
- Accurate (8)
- Nice Screen (6)
- Great Design (4)
- Rich features (4)
- Quality Construction (3)
- Portable (3)
- Long Battery Life (3)
Cons
- Short Battery Life (6)
- none (2)
- Inaccurate (2)
- Bad reception during storms (1)
Good For
- Travel (12)
- Navigation (12)
- Cars (10)
- Adventure (6)
- Gifts (5)
- Everyday Use (4)
- Business (2)
- A must have when new to city (2)
- Camping (2)
- Boating (2)
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Consumer Reviews
Pros
Intuitive menus, bright easy to read screen, very detailed maps, small and easy to mount.
Cons
Sometimes questionable routing, short battery life, multiple and possibly confusing...
Recommended it?
Yes
As a die hard user of traditional maps (and more recently, Google Maps on my iPhone) I have reluctantly held back from the temptation to buy an automotive based GPS system.
However, with a 7000 mile cross-country (and back) RV vacation planned for this summer, it became increasingly clear...
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Pros
Small, light, easy to use interface, accurate, flexible.
Cons
Initial lock-on needs to be done standing still, more turn warning time.
Recommended it?
Yes
I purchased this GPS after moving to a new city, to help me navigate around until I learned where everything is located.
The Nuvi250 is a small unit, fitting easily in one hand. It has only 1 sliding button, that turns the unit on or can put it into screen-lock mode if slid the opposite...
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Product Review Summary
100% recommend this product
Consumer Reviews
Pros
Voice commands, Driver Voice activation, Blue Tooth, Good Screen Size, Built-In Suction...
Cons
None yet.
Recommended it?
Yes
My husband had a 4 year old Pharos GPS. While we were away and using a rental car, it fell off the dashboard one too many times and that was the end of that. So began the hunt for a new GPS.
While the Pharos was fine for the most part, it seemed like this brand was no longer available. Tom...
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Pros
Screen size, Voice commands, Points of Interest, Easy to use, Lifetime maps
Cons
Nothing so far.
Recommended it?
Yes
First GPS
I received the TomTom 1535 a few months ago as a gift. This was the first GPS i had ever owned so I wasn't sure what to expect from it.
When i moved away to college, i had no idea how to get around in the city. Since I am from a small town, I'm not used to driving in the big...
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