Garmin GPS II Plus

Advantages: Compact, Ease of readability
Disadvantages: Battery eater

...probably every 3 hours when flying, so investing in the power cord is a must. You'll also need a Data Cable from Garmin for the specific model which works out fairly expensive after a while. Now though I use it mainly for use in my car, it's has the same functions as the 3 Plus but is alot mor precise than the non - aviation version. As a budget Moving Map GPS it don't think it can be beaten if you overlook the fact that it is nearly 10 years old and still has a black and white screen.... Read review

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Advantages: Small, Voice Directions, 3D graphics
Disadvantages: nothing

...Garmin are a relatively new company when it comes to GPS (Global Positioning Systems), yet with this product the seem set to face up to competitors TomTom and the like. What is it? In a nutshell, this is a microSD (memory card) that slots in to your Windows Mobile, Palm, or Symbian phone; which in turn gives you a GPS navigation system at your fingertips. You need never get lost again - wherever you are in Europe. It also provides coverage where you wouldn't have normal phone signal - which means you have directions when you need them the most. In fact, you can even check for traffic, weather & CCTV cameras. The card itself is tiny, yet provides state-of-the-art 3D graphics on your handset. It makes TomToms sound pointless and means your car will never get broken in to for your sat... Read review

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Advantages: Cheap compared to standalone, removes the need for seperate sat nav
Disadvantages: No post code only search but this can be resolved with adding a house number of any house

...Excellent software, Installed on my Nokia E71, Key points: GoodTraffic updates, Speed camera databases as free download, Quick route planning and excellent routes taken Bad points: no post code only search but just add any property number Installation is easy enough, the manual is very good and informative so dont worry about being non technical, and if you are technical you wont need the manual More in depth review of the interface: The main screen has 2 main options, "where to" & "view map" the first option takes you into a second menu screen here are the main ones but not the only options Home - This takes you to your home address entered into the settings menu Addresses - This menu lets you enter by country/city then further into post code and house number. Points of interest - If you are new to sat nav this allows option... Read review

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