Garmin nüvi 350 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator

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What if one device could help you navigate anywhere in the U.S. and Canada, while offering travel tips, storing your favorite tunes and photos, providing translation assistance, and more? That device is here, and it's not much bigger than a deck of cards. The Garmin nüvi 350 is set to revolutionize what we expect from a GPS navigation device, or from any device for that matter.

The nüvi 350 is a portable GPS navigator, traveler's reference, and digital entertainment system, all in one. View product demo (requires Flash).

A simple touchscreen interface and voice guidance allow you to keep your eyes on the road. View larger.

Listen to an audio book or an MP3 while you're on the road. View larger.

Design
With a total weight of 5.1 ounces and slim measurements of 3.87 x 2.91 x 0.87 inches (WxHxD), the nüvi 350 is just right for the pocket or purse. A bright, 64,000-color display dominates the front of the device and a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels means that there's plenty of room for displaying map data and other elements of the device's interface. An SD memory card slot is provided for expansion software, such as a points of interest database, media files and electronic guides (see below). The flip-up antenna includes an MCX-type connector for connecting the unit to an external GPS antenna. Meanwhile, a powerful built-in speaker resides on the back of device. A built-in lithium ion battery will give you for to eight hours of battery life, depending on use. In addition to an AC charger, the unit also ships with a 12-volt power adapter for vehicle charging, as well as a windshield suction cup mount.

Fortunately, Garmin has made it easy to interface with the nüvi 350's 700 megabytes of onboard memory, thanks to "plug-and-play" USB mass storage support. Just plug the device into your computer's USB port and you've got instantaneous access to all the audio books, music, photos, supplemental maps and other data on the nüvi 350's internal and SD card memory.

Navigation
The nüvi 350 is first and foremost a personal GPS device. Wherever you go -- in your car or on foot-- the device offers extremely accurate position data, thanks to a high-sensitivity integrated GPS receiver by SiRF and WAAS-enabled, 12-satellite reception. Combined with detailed maps of the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico the nüvi 350 provides automatic routing, turn-by-turn voice directions, and touchscreen control-- making it easy to find your way anywhere. Plus, the unique "text-to-speech" feature calls out turns by street name, and you can choose from either 2D or 3D mapping perspectives when you're viewing your route on the display. Additionally, the nüvi 350 is compatible with Garmin's GTM 10 FM TMC traffic receiver*, which allows users to avoid traffic tie-ups by simply pushing a button that will calculate a new route.

As mentioned, the nüvi 350 comes packed with mapping data for North America, but you can can also load up your custom points of interest. Set up proximity alerts for school zones, safety cameras, and more using Garmin's free POI (points of interest) loader program (available from garmin.com).

The device automatically calculates the fastest route and provides voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions along the way.

Tools for the Journey
Navigation is just part of the journey, and the nüvi 350 is one of the first devices to recognize that. The built-in "Travel Kit" offers an MP3 player, an audio book player from Audible.com, a jpeg-format picture viewer, a world travel clock with time zones, a currency converter, a measurement converter, and a calculator.

In addition to the included travel tools, additional software add-ons are available, such as the Garmin Language Guide, with data provided by Oxford University Press. This software suite contains a multilingual word bank, phrase bank, and five bilingual dictionaries. The multilingual word bank and phrase bank supports nine languages and dialects, including American English, British English, French, German, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, European Portuguese, European Spanish, and Latin American Spanish. Now you can look up and translate more than 17,000 words or 20,000 phrases per language -- right in the palm of your hand. Through the unit's text-to-speech interface, users can get a spoken pronunciation of each entry in the word bank, along with gender and part of speech information.

Another useful add-on software package, the Garmin Travel Guide, is loaded with information provided by Marco Polo. These guides put in-depth travel information such as reviews and recommendations for restaurants, tourist attractions, and more at your fingertips. The software allows you to navigate to an address or search points of interest-- places like hotels, restaurants, shopping, and tourist attractions. The nüvi 350 automatically calculates the fastest route and provides voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions along the way. The unit also audibly announces the name of upcoming streets-- letting you keep your eyes on the road while navigating through busy traffic and tricky roadways. And if you stray off course, the nüvi 350 automatically calculates the quickest way to get back on track.

*Traffic services available only in select cities where RDS-TMC coverage exists. Requires the GTM 10 FM TMC traffic receiver and subscription fee to enable traffic capability.

What's in the Box
nüvi 350, travel kit, vehicle suction cup mount, carrying case, 12-24 volt adapter cable, dashboard disk, USB interface cable, sample language guide content, sample MP3s, and quick reference guide.

Customer Reviews:

Garmin Nuvi 350.......2007-12-26

My husband and I are not technocrats, we are elderly. Frankly we were apprehsive about being able to use it...We received it, had a young friend go over it with us and believe me we were impressed. We used it on our latest trip to Tennessee, it was fantastic. We were given voice directions and reminded again when we got close to a turn or whatever. I would urge anyone to buy the Garmin Nuvi 350. The only suggestion I have would be to buy the friction mount rather than use the windshield mount that comes with it.

Love it.......2007-12-26

I love this navigation device. And for $200 less than others are advertising it, it is awesome. I have only used it around home. Will try it on an upcoming work trip soon. But it is so small, it fits in my pocket when I am walking the dog on the trail. Very accurate and has great local info. Best purchase I have made this year.

Great product, easy to use.......2007-12-26

I purchased this product just after Thanksgiving and it works great. The screen is easy to see at night and just as easy in the daylight. The best feature about this gps unit would have to be the text to speech capability for street names when given step by step directions. This allows you to focus more on the road and less on the gps device. This feature is a must when buying a gps unit.

garmin nuvi 350 junk.......2007-12-26

The NUVI 350 is junk and shouldn't even get one star. It doesn't track my current location properly ie ; says I'm in a location I'm not,
and the maps are incomplete. It also comes with a scimpy owners manual; I will be returning the item today.

Husband loves it!!.......2007-12-26

I bought this for my husband for Christmas, we used it yesterday and it is very easy to use. If you go off of the path of direction, it recalculates a different route for you so that you won't be lost! Would recommend this to anyone, it is awesome!!

Garmin nüvi 360 3.5-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator

Average customer rating:

Garmin Nuvi 360 GPS
Awesome product
Great product, great price - a good buy.
I am very happy with this purchase.
Never lost

Garmin nüvi 360 3.5-Inch Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator

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Bluetooth wireless technology, built-in microphone, and speaker for hands-free calls with compatible phones
MP3 player with pre-loaded sample songs and audio books, JPEG picture viewer, travel alarm, and currency converters
2D or 3D views; pre-loaded with most recent Navteq-driven maps for United States, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and Canada
Turn-by-turn directions with actual street names; real-time traffic and weather info
Super-bright 2.8 x 2.1-inch sunlight-readable color screen

ASIN: B000EXS1BS

Amazon.com Product Description

The Garmin nüvi 360 GPS Navigator and Personal Travel Assistant is a GPS navigator, personal translator, multi-media entertainer and tour guide all wrapped into one. In addition to all the advanced features of the Garmin nüvi 350 -- including automatic routing, turn-by-turn voice directions, an MP3 player and audio book player, JPEG picture viewer, and much more -- this pocket-sized personal travel assistant comes with hands-free Bluetooth wireless technology, making it the hands-down go-anywhere travel companion.

The nüvi 360 comes with hands-free bluetooth wireles technology. See side view.

Browse your stored pictures with an easy-to-use JPEG viewer.

The device sports a handy MP3 player, letting you play songs stored on SD memory cards.

Make Hands-Free Calls
The nüvi 360 integrates wireless technology with a microphone and speaker that lets you make hands-free mobile phone calls using your compatible Bluetooth-enabled phone. Simply dial numbers with the nüvi's touch screen keypad to place a call, and to answer calls, just tap the screen and speak directly into its built-in microphone.

In addition, you can easily look-up and dial numbers from your personalized phone book or from your phone's call history log. Don't know the phone number for your destination? Simply find and dial it from nüvi's database of more than six million points of interest -- including hotels, restaurants, stores, and attractions.

Navigation and Entertainment with Ease
For starters, the nüvi 360 includes a high-sensitivity integrated GPS receiver that offers exceptional performance and reception. The unit's flip-up antenna includes an MCX-type connector for optional external GPS antenna connection. Preloaded software features maps of Europe or North America, and it includes automatic routing, 2D or 3D map perspective, turn-by-turn voice directions that speak street names, and a fingertip touch screen interface -- making navigation as easy as it gets.

But navigation is just the beginning. Like the nüvi 350, the nüvi 360 also includes many entertainment and travel tools including an MP3 player, audio book player, JPEG picture viewer, travel alarm, and currency converters.

The nüvi 360 features a bright, 2.8 x 2.1-inch TFT display with white backlight for easy readability. At 3.87 x 2.91 x 0.87-inches (WxHxD) and just 5.1 ounces, the unit is small enough to be placed on the dashboard with the included suction mount, or into your pocket for easy transportability. The unit also features Garmin Lock -- an advanced anti-theft feature that disables the unit from performing any functions until you type in a specific four-digit PIN or take the unit to a predetermined location. A built-in lithium ion battery will give you up to eight hours of power, and an included 12/24 volt adapter cable will let you run the navigator off your vehicle's power. An AC battery charger is also included.

A built-in Travel Kit that includes sample MP3s and audio books will get you started with entertainment, and with the unit's SD memory card expansion slot you can add optional software, such as language and travel guides. A USB port is also included for loading and updating data.

What's in the Box
Gamin nüvi 360, Preloaded City Navigator NT North America or Europe (full coverage), vehicle suction cup mount, AC charger, 12/24 volt adapter cable, dashboard disk, USB interface cable, carrying case, owner's manual, and quick reference guide.

Customer Reviews:

Garmin Nuvi 360 GPS.......2007-12-26

This is a great product for those that hate asking for directions! I've used it several times already and the only draw back is that it doesn't speak the street name when you need to turn; it speaks the distance to drive before the turn and then tells you to turn when you get to the intersection. The bluetooth capability is awesome for handsfree cell phone use! Clear as a bell!

Awesome product.......2007-12-26

This product is absolutely great. It has been a lifesaver, though i still use directions as back up from yahoo or google, but overall this product is fabulous. the bluetooth feature is great. oh and whoever cant afford an iphone, get this. Why??? because, thanks to the SD Memory Card, i can listen to my music while driving, and also use my phone via the bluetooth connection, and also be navigated to wherever i need to go. this product is great.

Great product, great price - a good buy........2007-12-25

I reviewed many of these user reviews before purchasing this unit. I compared a lot of different makes/models and am very pleased with the performance of the unit. The text-to-speech capabilities are good (sometimes "the voice" is a bit difficult to make out, but overall its acceptable. My favorite function, and the reason I purchased this unit versus the wider-screen version was the bluetooth capability which works wonderfully with both my Blackberry and Motorola cell phones. The suction cup mount is very effective and I had no trouble installing it. This was a great buy for the price - the performance has been terrific.

I am very happy with this purchase........2007-12-25

In my opinion Garmin nuvi 360 is worth to purchase. It works real good as I expected.

Never lost.......2007-12-24

Recently a route I travel on occasion was closed and I needed to take a detour. This was great, I had no problems finding where I was going with the Garmin guiding me. I like this so much better than the built in GPS in my husband's vehicle. His doesn't seem to show the smaller streets. No problem with my Garmin!

Garmin Forerunner 205 Wrist-Mounted GPS Fitness Computer

Average customer rating:

FANTASTIC
Fantastic Device
makes running even more fun
Garmin 205 get High-5
Great triathlon training tool

Garmin Forerunner 205 Wrist-Mounted GPS Fitness Computer

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GPS: High Sensitivity SiRFstarIII architecture
Lap Memory: 1,000 laps
Waterproof: IEC 60529 IPX7 standards (submersible in one meter of water for up to 30 mins.)
Battery: Rechargeable internal lithium ion
Includes rechargeable lithium-ion battery; measures 2.1 x 0.7 x 2.7 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

ASIN: B000CSQJ8C

Product Description

Package Includes: Forerunner 205, docking cradle, expander strap, AC charger, PC/USB interface cable, Quick start guide, Garmin Training Center CD & owner's manual

With the Garmin Forerunner 205, form meets function with a sleek and stylish personal trainer. Designed for athletes of all levels, this running partner and personal trainer tracks your every move with a super-sensitive GPS. The GPS tool even works on tree-covered trails and near tall buildings. It continuously monitors your speed, distance, pace and calories burned so you can train smarter, more effectively. Don't let their good looks fool you -- these taskmasters will continually push you to do your personal best. Virtual Partner lets you train against a digital person at specified time, distance or pace goals AutoScroll cycles through data pages during a workout Auto Pause pauses and resumes training timer based on a specified speed Easy to use - No calibration required, just turn it on and go Multi-sport capability lets you transition between sports without resetting -- you can use it for running, biking, and more Customizable screens let you view up to 12 data fields on 3 data screens for immediate feedback Lap Memory - 1,000 laps Rechargeable internal lithium ion battery - life of 10 hours (typical use) Waterproof - Submersible in one meter of water for up to 30 mins. Transfer data from Forerunner to your PC for a detailed analysis of your workout Create, schedule and download workouts to your Forerunner View data for each workout, including your heart rate, time, distance, speed, pat Display Size(WxH) - 1.3 x 0.8 (33 x 20.3 mm) Physical Size(WxHxD) - 2.1 x. 7 x 2.7 (53.3 x 17.8 x 68.6 mm) Weight - 2.72 oz. (77 g)

Amazon.com Review

Just when you thought Garmin had cornered the market on powerful, affordable, and effective wrist-mounted GPS devices, here comes the Forerunner 205. The release of this device is a major achievement from a design and technology perspective. This isn't just marketing-speak; the Forerunner 205 is the most accurate, most reliable wrist-mounted performance and GPS tracking tool we've ever tested. Yes, it's that good. While no device this compact can do everything (yet), the 205 pushes the boundaries of what is possible from something strapped around your wrist. While the 205 doesn't offer heart rate monitoring, or connectivity with Garmin's wireless speed and cadence sensor -- for that, you'll need to step up to the Forerunner 305 -- but it's a great way to get basic GPS location and performance data.

View Garmin's Forerunner demonstration video.

Choose from 12 data fields to display on the 305's screen. View larger.

The design cleverly integrates the GPS antenna and aims it towards the sky when you're running or walking. View larger.

The Virtual Partner function makes your workouts more competitive. View larger.

Choose from three workout modes that help you target your training goals. View larger.

The 305 features rudimentary mapping and location marking functions. View larger.

Design
The 205's design is a radical departure from Garmin's previous generation of wrist mounted GPS devices, which reached a pinnacle with the Garmin Forerunner 301. While the 301 delivered accurate heart rate monitoring, good performance tracking, and decent GPS reception, it didn't quite deliver in the design department. The form factor was bulky and wearing it wasn't much different than duct taping a full-sized GPS device to your wrist.

Not so with the 205. Garmin's engineers obviously burned the midnight oil and have come up with a waterproof design that, while certainly not as small as a sports watch, feels just as comfortable. The curved casing allows the unit's antenna to face the sky when you're running, while the widescreen display is perfectly positioned for viewing when you need it. And the display certainly deserves a few kudos. While it's smaller than the display found on previous Forerunners, its resolution is far higher, offering incredible clarity and crispness.

Garmin has smartly given the 205 a simple button layout and the buttons have a nice tactile feel with good pressure response. The right side houses the menu selection and enter buttons, while the left houses a power/backlight button and a mode button. This simple and elegant solution is a big improvement over the sometimes confusing button functionality of previous Forerunners. View button layout.

The underside of the 205 is pretty nondescript, except for a row of contacts that interface with the included charging and data cradle. The cradle is small and unobtrusive and its single mini-USB port connects to either an included AC adapter, or a USB cable that connects to your PC. In addition to data transfer with the USB cable, you can also charge the 205's embedded lithium-ion battery via a powered USB connection from your computer.

GPS Performance
The big news about the Forerunner 205 is that it features an integrated, high-sensitivity SiRFstar III GPS receiver. What does this mean? It means that the 205's ability to both track, and maintain a lock on, your position is better than anything before it. After an intial battery charge, our product tester had the 205 on his wrist and was tracking speed and distance with GPS satellites within 3 minutes. The next time we used the 205, satellite acquisition was nearly instantaneous. A run through dense trees didn't faze the unit either; tracking remained true and steady. Performance on a bike was equally impressive. Whatever witchcraft has been cooked up by the designers of the SiRF technology, we like it!

The simple docking cradle makes charging and data connectivity a snap (Forerunner 305 model shown).

While the Forerunner 205 isn't billed as a GPS navigation device, it does have some rudimentary mapping, waypoint marking, and routing capabilities. In addition to marking locations along your journey, you can zoom in or out of a simple map that displays your current direction and path. There's also a "go to location" feature that routes you back to your starting location, or to any location you have defined. Once you have defined several locations, you can save this information as a route, allowing you to travel the same path in the future. As you'll see below, the 205's new "Courses" feature gives you new levels of control over how you define your favorite runs and rides.

Training Functions
The 205 is first and foremost a training tool, and its ability to organize a ton of data types into a user experience that is intuitive and simple is no small feat. Whiz-bang technology aside, if you can't use it and make it a natural part of your exercise routine, it's worthless. When it comes to these factors -- and here's the take home message on the 205 -- this device is successful where many other devices fail.

The heart and soul of the 205 can be found on the data screens, which give you real-time information about all aspects of your workout. In fact, the 305 can display a dizzying array of data, such as calories burned, distance, elevation, grade, and heading, as well as multiple lap and pace modes.

Thankfully, the device makes it easy to define how much or how little data you want to view during a workout. You can arrange the data that's most important to you and then make that data appear front and center on the device. Indeed, within a few minutes of skimming the manual and fiddling with the device setup, you'll have your most important data displaying just the way you like it.

Garmin's Virtual Partner function was cool feature of previous Forerunners and they've decided to keep a good thing going with the 205. If you're the type that performs best when you've got a competitor egging you on, you'll love this function, as it allows you to set up virtual running or biking companions that compete against you.

If you're looking for an complicated workout with a variety of intervals and intensity levels, or just a quick three-mile jog against your best time last week, the 205 has you covered. Navigating to the Workouts menu on the device yields three options: Quick Workouts, Interval, and Advanced Workout. A quick workout is just that; set the distance and time, distance and pace, or time and pace of your planned workout and off you go. Interval workouts are just the same, but they allow you to add repetitions and rest between them. When you really want to get fancy with your exercise, you can step up to advanced workouts, which include goals for each workout step, as well as varied distances, times, and rest periods. You can use the Garmin Training Center software to set up these workouts and then upload them to the device.

PC Connectivity and Software
Garmin has been outfitting their devices with USB connectivity for some time now -- a welcome move for those who struggled with serial port connections in the days of yore. Thanks to USB, the 205 integrates seamlessly with the Training Center software and we quickly had workout history uploaded and stored on the PC (Sadly, Training Center is not Mac-compatible).

In a first for the Forerunner series, the Training Center software also lets you define courses on your PC that you can upload to the device. When course information is combined with uploaded workout information, the Forerunner becomes a complete guide, telling you where to go, when to make a turn, and what kind of workout to do when you're on the road or path. Back on the PC, the software's ability to overlay workout data on maps of the course makes it easy to see where the course offers up the tough hills and the easy recovery spots. Plus, the ability to track historical performance on a given course is a great way to measure your improvement.

The 205 is also fully compatible with Garmin's MotionBased service, which takes your training to another level by connecting your data with the Internet. While we weren't able to use the service, the promise of sharing courses, maps, workouts, and performance data with other users is intriguing. And if you're a serious endurance athlete, you'll be glad to know that the 205 is also compatible with TrainingPeaks.com, an easy-to-use web based training system designed to help athletes train for any event.

Pros

Radically new design is better in every way
Amazing accuracy and fast satellite acquisition time
So simple to set up and use, you will actually use it

Cons

No Mac OS compatibility
Okay, it's bigger than a sport's watch -- but so much more powerful

What's in the Box
Forerunner 205, Garmin Training Center CD-ROM, docking cradle, expander strap, A/C charger, USB cable, owner's manual, quick start guide.

Amazon.com Product Description

Just when you thought Garmin had cornered the market on powerful, affordable, and effective wrist-mounted GPS devices, here comes the Forerunner 205. The release of this device is a major achievement from a design and technology perspective. This isn't just marketing-speak; the Forerunner 205 is the most accurate, most reliable wrist-mounted performance and GPS tracking tool we've ever tested. Yes, it's that good. While no device this compact can do everything (yet), the 205 pushes the boundaries of what is possible from something strapped around your wrist. While the 205 doesn't offer heart rate monitoring, or connectivity with Garmin's wireless speed and cadence sensor--for that, you'll need to step up to the Forerunner 305--but it's a great way to get basic GPS location and performance data.

View Garmin's Forerunner demonstration video.

Choose from 12 data fields to display on the 305's screen. View larger.

The design cleverly integrates the GPS antenna and aims it towards the sky when you're running or walking. View larger.

The simple docking cradle makes charging and data connectivity a snap (Forerunner 305 model shown).

The Virtual Partner function makes your workouts more competitive. View larger.

Choose from three workout modes that help you target your training goals. View larger.

The 305 features rudimentary mapping and location marking functions. View larger.

Design
The 205's design is a radical departure from Garmin's previous generation of wrist mounted GPS devices, which reached a pinnacle with the Garmin Forerunner 301. While the 301 delivered accurate heart rate monitoring, good performance tracking, and decent GPS reception, it didn't quite deliver in the design department. The form factor was bulky and wearing it wasn't much different than duct taping a full-sized GPS device to your wrist.

While the Forerunner 205 isn't billed as a GPS navigation device, it does have some rudimentary mapping, waypoint marking, and routing capabilities. In addition to marking locations along your journey, you can zoom in or out of a simple map that displays your current direction and path. There's also a "go to location" feature that routes you back to your starting location, or to any location you have defined. Once you have defined several locations, you can save this information as a route, allowing you to travel the same path in the future. As you'll see below, the 205's new "Courses" feature gives you new levels of control over how you define your favorite runs and rides.

Pros

Radically new design is better in every way
Amazing accuracy and fast satellite acquisition time
So simple to set up and use, you will actually use it

Cons

No Mac OS compatibility
Okay, it's bigger than a sport's watch -- but so much more powerful

What's in the Box
Forerunner 205, Garmin Training Center CD-ROM, docking cradle, expander strap, A/C charger, USB cable, owner's manual, quick start guide.

Customer Reviews:

FANTASTIC.......2007-12-26

I have been using the NIKE+ that works with my iPod for my training. I never knew how inaccurate it was until I got my Forerunner. I am VERY pleased with this unit and the accurate feedback I get.

Fantastic Device.......2007-12-26

Here in flat Florida - we've never had a problem with satellite reception. The data is amazing to have and I've found free software to plot coordinates onto google maps. My wife and I both use it and love it. That revealed probably the only weakness that we have found. Personal data can only be configured for one person. It is unfortunate.

And if this thing could hold a couple gig of mp3s I could ditch my nano. I bought that originally for the nike+ system, and still run with it for music, but the garmin provides more accurate information and much more of it.

makes running even more fun.......2007-12-23

I have had my garmin for only three weeks and already I can tell it has helped me run faster. Knowing my pace at each point in time really pushes me. I usually train at an eight min per mile pace but having the garmin makes me want to keep my pace in the seven minute range. Beware if you live in an area where you get poor cell phone reception because the satellites will take longer to load. This is one annoying feature. Sometimes the satellites are loaded as soon as I step out the door and other times, I have run a couple minutes before I pick up a signal. The "current pace" is a little delayed, but as long as you are aware of that its not so bad. I was afraid of becoming dependent on using the garmin, but it really hasn't been like that, I still enjoy just going out for time. I recommend this product for any one who likes knowing how fast and far they run and likes to push the pace on their run sometimes and get the reward of knowing what they accomplished.

Garmin 205 get High-5.......2007-12-21

I had the old Forerunner 201 and was not sure the new model would be worth the extra expense. I was wrong, it is a much better system. Not only smaller, but quicker response, less dropping signal in trees and more functional. The interval trainer lets me do run-walk with ease and keeps track of total time (in real time) which the FR201 does not. So, I am very happy that I upgraded. I have not used the training package that comes with it, but it is great for keeping track of progress on the go. I do not miss the HR feature in the FR305 so the FR205 is ideal for me. It switches from running to cycling much easier too, for you dual or tri-athletes.

Great triathlon training tool.......2007-12-17

The Forerunner 205 is great. I was concerned that it would be too bulky, since I have very thin wrists, but found that you really need a screen that size to easily read it while working out, and it is not cumbersome at all. This is my favorite triathlon training tool, and (bonus)the GPS even works when you're driving in the car.

Garmin GPSMap 60CSx 2.6-Inch Mapping Handheld GPS

Average customer rating:

Good Unit, Garmin quality as always
Great All-Around Handheld GPS
Very helpful
Brought it to Iraq and back...
garmin gps only works with garmin maps

Garmin GPSMap 60CSx 2.6-Inch Mapping Handheld GPS

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Lightweight handheld GPS navigator with high-sensitivity GPS receiver and 64 MB microSD card
Extremely accurate SiRF GPS chip tracks precise position even in heavy tree cover and deep canyons
2.6-inch, 256-color, sunlight-readable TFT display; preloaded with Americas auto-route basemap
Integrated barometric altimeter and electronic compass; trip computer includes odometer and average speed/ times
Rugged, water-resistant housing; measures 2.4 x 6.1 x 1.3 inches (W x H x D); 1-year warranty

ASIN: B000CSOXTO

Product Description

Garmin's MAP60 CSx is an all-purpose upgradeable handheld locator that lets you load up your own digital maps for better reference. The reflective 256-color display lets you find your way on the map in almost any lighting. It's got a long-life battery for up to 20 hours of outdoors adventuring. The new MicroSD card slots make it simpler than ever to find those out-of-the-way places -- just put them on a MicroSD card and load it up. Internal Memory - 64MB MicroSD Card slot Celestial tables Quad helix antenna Battery life - 20 hours (requires 2 AA batteries) Includes belt clip and USB cable

Amazon.com Product Description

The venerable Garmin 60CS just got a whole lot better. The 7.5-ounce GPSMap 60CSx now features an insanely accurate, high-sensitivity GPS receiver by SiRF that tracks your position even in tree cover and canyons. Plus, you get a bright, sunlight-readable color TFT display and an included a 64 MB microSD card for storage of optional map detail. Add all that to the 60CSx's integrated barometric altimeter and electronic compass, and you've got a unit that is ready to take you anywhere on land or sea.

The 60CSx is a refreshing upgrade of the 60CS, and features a removable microSD card for detailed mapping memory. View larger.

The device features the powerful SiRF GPS navigation chip for supreme accuracy in all conditions. You also get an electronic compass and a barometric altimeter.

You also get a large color TFT display and turn-by-turn routing capability.

You can use the 60CSx's memory card slot with preprogrammed microSD cards from Garmin (sold separately) that provide topographic maps, city streets, and nautical charts. In fact, the unit is compatible with most Garmin MapSource products including BlueChart, City Navigator, U.S. Topo 24K, and U.S. Topo and Recreational Lakes with Fishing Hot Spots. The unit comes preloaded with an Americas autoroute basemap that provides automatic routing capabilities including highways, exits, and tide data. There's also a preloaded marine point database. You can even get turn-by-turn directions when you're driving, and an integrated trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more.

The 60CSx's 2.6-inch, 256-color TFT color display is designed to present mapping and trip information clearly and accurately in any lighting conditions. Plus, the case is lightweight, rugged, and water resistant to IEC 60529 IPX7 standards (can be submerged in one meter of water for 30 minutes). When using two AA alkaline batteries, you'll get up to 20 hours of battery life from the unit. The unit's barometric altimeter system features automatic pressure trend recording while providing current elevation, ascent/descent rate, minimum/maximum elevation, total ascent and descent, and average and maximum ascent and descent rate. Meanwhile, the electronic compass allows you to get accurate headings while standing still.

Another key feature of the 60CSx is the 10,000 point automatic track log; 20 saved tracks (500 points each) let you retrace your path in both directions. There's also a large-numbers option for easy viewing, as well as a dual-position display mode.

The 60CSx's trip computer provides odometer, stopped time, moving average, overall average, total time, max speed, and more. Meanwhile, a fast processor allows the 60CSx to provide quick auto-routing, turn-by-turn directions, and audio alerts when you use the optional MapSource software, which can be stored on the unit's included 64 MB microSD card. Downloading information is quick with the USB or serial port interfaces. Using the dedicated serial port, the 60Cx can share navigation instructions with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots. The four-position rocker pad and dedicated high-use buttons make navigating through the unit's features easy, even when your fingers are cold or wet.

Finally, the GPSMap 60CSx is packed with some extra fun features. An integrated outdoor calendar provides ideal hunting and fishing times, plus moon rise/set/location information. There is a dedicated geocaching mode for those of you into the hot GPS community treasure hunt game. Finally, there are indoor/outdoor GPS games to help you and your friends enjoy the outdoors.

If you like the features of the 60CSx, but don't need an electronic compass and a barometric altimeter, check out the Garmin 60Cx.

What's in the Box
60CSx unit, 64 MB microSD card, belt clip, USB interface cable, MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD, lanyard, owners manual, and quick-start guide.

Customer Reviews:

Good Unit, Garmin quality as always.......2007-12-26

I have used sevearl of Garmins units over the last ten or so years. The map 76 was a good unit for it's time. My company bought over 500 of the 60 Csx units and distributed them to the field. They work great on land and water. Reception is very good and like all Garmin products it is very user friendly. Most of the reviews I have read are very accurate so I won't bore you with the same details. It is an awesome unit. I do recommend it. The ONLY drawback it has is that it doesn't float like the 76 series. The 76Csx and the 60Csx are the same exact units except for screen size and shape. The 76 screen is a little larger, but the functions and capabilities are the same on each. The sugg. retail price is the same on each. So, one would ask how to choose between the two. May I recommend the 76 series simply because my 4 month old 60Csx is in the bottom of a boat ramp in the South Texas marsh. My partner lost his just 2 weeks ago in the marsh also. I know exactly where mine is and he's pretty sure when he lost his. If they floated I know I would still have mine. If you have no intentions of using it in the water then you can't go wrong with either unit, they are both excellent.

Great All-Around Handheld GPS.......2007-12-20

It took me a long time decide on a GPS unit that would be above average in many different categories and I'm happy with my choice in the Garmin GPSMap 60CSx. I have had this unit over a year now and have only had one serious problem with it. After a few months, the power button would not work (sometimes it would, sometimes it wouldn't) and I finally had to send it in to Garmin for a warranty claim. They replaced the unit quickly and the power button on the new unit has a different feel to it making me think that the original was defective all along. Besides that problem (which has nothing to do with rating its performance), this unit has been a great companion when I travel. I have used it to hike, mountain bike, and navigate through city streets. The screen is a little small for navigating in a car, but this is a compromise considering you can put this unit in a big pocket for hiking or mounting it to your bike or boat. Many units seem to focus in one area (like only auto navigation), but this unit excels in many areas. The altimeter and compass are great supplements to the GPS capability and I'm glad that I paid extra for these features. You do have to be a little savvy and technologically aware to use this unit to its full capacity, so if you're looking for a very dumbed-down unit, this isn't it. But if you're looking for a good all-around unit for hiking, biking, boating, car navigation, and more, you should be happy with the GPSMap 60CSx.

Very helpful.......2007-12-12

I purchased this product for my husband's birthday. We really like it. It has tons of features and once you read the manual is very easy to use. Would highly recommend.

Brought it to Iraq and back..........2007-12-10

I am a USMC grunt and have recently returned from Iraq. I brought a Garmin GPSMap 60CSx with me, and needless to say, I have put this unit through it's paces. I believe my experience may be useful to others considering purchasing a rugged, outdoor GPS unit.

First off, the 60CSx is an extremely rugged unit. I have put this unit through more than 200 combat patrols, 130+ degree weather and freezing cold temperatures. It has been dropped, submerged in water, knocked, covered in mud, and crushed against my gear innumerable times. The only evidence from all this wear and tear is that the text on the "QUIT" and "ENTR" keys have worn off, which is more from me taking it in and out of its pouch over and over than a poor design of the unit. Throughout all this abuse, it has performed extremely well. When I wento to Iraq, I brought a Magellan Explorist unit with me as well. The screen cracked on our third patrol, rendering the unit worthless. I am still using my Garmin.

The 60CSx has a fast acquiring time. From a warm start, it will have your location within a few seconds, and a cold start, in about a minute. The sensitivity is significantly above any other GPS unit I have seen. I have yet to see any other unit on the market that can get reception inside an up-armored Humvee. (Not only did it get reception, it was accurate to within a few meters.) This accuracy proved to be extremely useful in country, and a few times it helped my squad find the right house in a packed urban area where otherwise we would have been left scratching our heads. I would assume for someone in the United States, where WAAS is available, the accuracy will be higher. It's battery life is also good, although with the backlight on the battery can drain fairly quickly. Average lifetime without the backlight is about 17 hours. You could probably drain the battery within a few hours if you turned the backlight brightness all the way up and turned off the auto-dimming feature. I also liked how easy the LCD screen is to see in direct sunlight, instead of being washed out. The sun actually seems the help the brightness and contrast of the display.

The 60CSx uses two AA batteries. I found this to be useful, as sometimes I would be away from a power source for weeks at a time so I would just grab some extra AA batteries and I'd be good. Some other units (such as a few of the Rhino series) use lithium batteries. While lithium batteries may last longer, I have found that they are much less convenient as you are tied to an outlet, although you can purchase (often bulky) AA adapters for those units.

For the most part, I have been pleased with the menus and features. It's tracking and mapping abilities came in handy. I was able to generate a map of my location simply by using the tracking feature. It is fairly easy to customize what screens and data you want to display, so you can see what you need, and avoid what you don't.

One thing I do not like is that it does not have the ability to overlay user-generated maps on the screen. Many times I would have to juggle physical maps with the GPS unit. I believe a few devices on the market now offer this feature. So if you are in a situation where you need to consult maps other than the ones available for purchase from Garmin, you will have to bring them with you. Another minor negative, and one relevant primarily only to those in the military, is that the screen cannot be seen with night vision equipment unless the backlight is turned on, meaning you either have to cover up or emit a small amount of light in order to see your location.

Overall, I highly recommend this product. Anybody looking for a rugged outdoor GPS unit that is accurate and light, with fast acquisition times and long battery life need look no further. I can honestly say it is one of the best purchases I have made in my lifetime.

garmin gps only works with garmin maps.......2007-12-10

next gps i will buy is a magellan triton 2000 and then use the national georaphics topo maps. the best hiking gps/map combination available in the market today.

Garmin eTrex Legend Mapping Handheld GPS

Average customer rating:

Great Unit But Not Perfect
Still works like new after 3+ years!
Good beginner unit
Great GPS
Nice for geocaching

Garmin eTrex Legend Mapping Handheld GPS

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8 MB of memory means there is also plenty of room for waypoints, routes, and saved tracks
"Click-stick" is handy for moving through screen icons and menus
Provides a range of data about hikes and drives, including current speed, average speed, trip distance, and time traveled
Tracks location data from up to 12 GPS satellites
Weighing in at only 5.3 ounces, fits into a pocket or clips onto a belt loop

ASIN: B000058BCQ

Product Description

With the eTrex Legend, GARMIN has loaded a full basemap of North and South America into one small unit. The Legend is also designed to provide precise GPS positioning using correction data obtained from the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS). Brightly colored translucent blue case Power Source - Two AA batteries (not included)

Amazon.com Review

There are now enough handheld global positioning system (GPS) receivers on the market that you can be choosy when it comes to price, features, and design. Garmin--a leading manufacturer of car, boat, and personal GPS receivers--has a complete line of eTrex handheld receivers, with our Legend falling about midrange.

With Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) support, the eTrex Legend offers extremely accurate readings (rated to within 2 to 3 meters). (For more on WAAS, see the Frequently Asked Questions section.) A good-size screen--288 x 160 pixels--makes it easy to see location details, and the Legend redraws maps quickly when zooming in or out of a position.

The eTrex Legend provides precise GPS positioning using correction data obtained from the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS).

The Satellite page shows satellites being tracked, and their corresponding signal strength. View larger.

The internal trip computer provides a range of data about hikes and drives. View larger.

Its 8 MB of memory means there is also plenty of room for waypoints, routes, and saved tracks. The Legend will hold up to 500 waypoints, complete with a name and graphical symbol, 20 routes with 50 waypoints each, and it contains slots for 10 saved tracks. You can also download maps from Garmin's MapSource CD-ROMs (thorough but expensive accessories for the GPS receiver) to see street-level or topographic detail (depending on the CD-ROM title).

But one of the most striking attributes of the Legend is its comfortable and efficient design. While it rests easily in the palm of either hand, it's most suited for the left hand, where its handy click-stick can be manipulated with the thumb. The click-stick works like the pencil-eraser nubbin on laptop PCs and is handy for moving through screen icons and menus. It also works as a button when pressed down.

The Legend is coated with a waterproof, rubberized plastic shell that grips nicely. Weighing in at only 5.3 ounces, it fits into a pocket or clips onto a belt loop, going almost unnoticed.

The internal trip computer of the Legend provided a range of data about our hikes and drives, including current speed, average speed, trip distance, and time traveled (both moving and stopped). For those interested in checking out their foot pace and distance travel