Advantages: Excellent route planning, directions,
Disadvantages: Old maps needs updating, Slow GPS signal at start

...I purchased this Tom Tom Navigator 5 for approx 200 GBP two months back. I am an IT Consultant and am required to go to different client's sites at different locations. At first I used to print out the directions from mapquest or theaa.com and then try to follow these, but always I used to lose or miss out in between and land up searching again. This procedure was difficult if I was traveling alone as its difficult to hold that piece of paper and look out for directions etc., So I finally decided to go in for the Navigation software and I had heard that TOMTOM is the best in the market. Now I had to decide in TOMTOM which one I have to choose. I finally decided on this model since I already had a Zire 72 Palmtop (Bluetooth enabled) which I could use for this purpose. This package contains - Bluetooth GPS Receiver - Car... Read review

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Advantages: Get to where your going without getting lost
Disadvantages: None

...hi all, Well where do i start, this software is great, the various versions can be used on most smartphone (tomtom-mobile) as well as PDA's a lot of people dont know this, so whats a smartphone i hear you say, well. a smart phone is a mobile phone, which has a load of next generation capabilities such as java, MMS, multimedia players, and camera capabilties, and allows you to run software, the following are smartphones, Nokia 6600 Sony Ericsson P800 Sony Ericsson P900 Sony Ericsson P910i Orange SPV-E200 Qtek 8080 basically they run the software and supply all the relevent info (where your goin) on the screen, now to get these devices working you will need GPS, Whats GPS? Global Positioning System now this basically bounces signals off sattelites to pin point where you are on the earth, no not james bond... Read review

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Advantages: fast, accurate, great support, tons of worthwhile features
Disadvantages: bit ugly and bulky

...I ended up getting the TomTom 910 as a result of a crap experience with the Navman 720. Best mistake I ever made! The TomTom was recommended to me by several people but I wentmy own way and bought the Navman 720. I like the looks of it and the inbuilt camera. I had nothing but problems. In the end, the company I bought it from offered me the pick of the GPS systems they sold - after much research I chose the 910. Whereas the Navman would take upto 3 or 4 minutes to get a full signal where we live, the 910 picks up its signal within a minute. It's ability to say road numbers and street names is very useful but using this means you can't use te many available celebrity voices. I would love to try them but like the usefulness of the computerized voice too much. Another added feature is its bluetooth interaction with your phone... Read review

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Advantages: cheap, classy leather looks, keeps the TomTom protected
Disadvantages: there are no disadvantages unless you are allergic to leather

...OK, you've just bought your TomTom GPS system and stupidly left it in your car to be stolen faster than a blink of an eye. OK, that’s just my stupidity, but after replacing my unit I decided that to ensure it was easy to carry around and would act as a subtle reminder I would buy a carry case. Looking around for the right one is a bit of a mission as there are so many different types available. In the end I opted for the carry case shown at the top of the screen mainly because it looked slightly different, wasn't made from durable plastic and was only £25. Every other carry case I had seen was like a box, not too dissimilar to the case provided for face units of car audio equipment and as I already have to carry this around with me, I didn't like the idea of a briefcase packed full of plastic, instead I was drawn by the idea... Read review

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Advantages: Incredibly easy to use.
Disadvantages: Slow cold start time on GPS reciever.

...If you are looking for a Satellite Navigation system that is easy to use and reliable then this could be the system for you. I bought this product to use in conjunction with my 02 XDA exec mobile phone. The sd card (arrives as mini sd with an sd adaptor) installs the programme quickly and easily onto your device, all you need is enough free memory. After that, turn on your GPS reciever from the box, and your bluetooth and connect the devices. From here on you are up and running. You can store your home destination, and if you have added addresses to contacts in your phone, you can access them directly from TomTom. It can take a while to pinpoint your location from a cold start up, which can be frustrating if you are starting from an unknown location and are wanting to get on the go. You can tailor TomTom to your personal preferecnces... Read review

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Advantages: Excellent navigation and GPS reception, portable, good value for money
Disadvantages: Poorly located charging indicator LED

...will find an alternate route anyway after it realises that you haven't taken the route it recommended. • GPS reception quality: The GPS reception quality for a satnav has to be good otherwise you will have to wait for a long time before you get started on your journey and if the reception is not good enough, the device will lose track on the way and create unnecessary problems. The TomTom One works pretty well in this aspect too without the need for an external antenna. The device uses a newer and much more efficient GPS chipset (SiRFStarIII with 20 channel tracking). This makes the TomTom One far more sensitive than its predecessors. • Portability: This has become an important feature nowadays. A satnav easily costs at least upwards of £150 and has become a key incentive for someone to break into your car. Therefore, when you... Read review

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Advantages: bluetooth conectivity,avoids tolls and motorways,postcode search
Disadvantages: highly nickable

...in place you push a black plastic leaver to the right fixing the cradle in place. Note : in some newer car with heated window screens a option external antenna kit is required to allow better gps signal reception Once in place the cradle allows you to adjust the unit from left to right when your happy with the position tighten up knobs and your ready to go. Switching on for the first time Before switching on insert the sd card into the front slot of the tomtom unit then switch on by pressing the button on the left bottom corner of the unit when switched on the unit takes a second to upload the data off the sd card then it powers to life, once on it asks you to set up the tomtom go with various questions such as language/time/which voice you would like to direct you,measurements ie metres/yards mph/kph which is easy to do... Read review

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Advantages: reliability easy to use
Disadvantages: large software files

...**TomTom ONE V2 Regional** >>>AWARD WINNER<<< ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ By being a gadgetty sort of person, I have been lured into the world of GPS well since the end of last year. The fact that this GPS system can save you time really appealed especially when good time management can make you lifestyle less stressful. It is very true that by having an effective GPS system in your car does all of above. The TomTom ONE V2 Regional (UK) has been awarded in coolest brands log 2006-2007. Not a big surprise as the Christmas retail price was very well received at £199.99. Along with affordable pricing structure and a excellent selling product, this version is the most sought after Sat Nav system that is appealling and is efficient and graphically delightful. Personally, I will agree... Read review

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