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Old 06-03-2018, 08:27 PM
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Default Vehicle gps recommendation

I have decided to pick up a stand alone gps for the vehicle. I had no clue there was so many choices and models to choose from. What are your experiences and recommendations. Garmin, Magellan or Tom Tom ? Garmin has so many different models that makes it so confusing. I would like something very easy to use, I am very technically challenged. I don't want to spend a fortune. and should be able to connect to an Apple computer for updates.
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Old 06-03-2018, 08:31 PM
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Last couple of years I have been using a Garmin NUVI 3590. Free updates and never had an issue with it. Also gets me where I need to go and very easy to use.
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Old 06-03-2018, 11:40 PM
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I own Garmin, Magellan, Lowrance, and Bottom Line and have used Tom Tom and Hummingbird in rental vehicles/boats. For boats, Lowrance is king. For vehicles, especially for out of Canada use, Garmin is far and away the best choice. Their Lifetime maps and ease of use put them far ahead of everyone else. There is also far more add on stuff you can get for Garmin than the others.
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Old 06-04-2018, 07:51 AM
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Navimii

Free on your smartphone, doesn’t use data!!

Used it driving and walking all through Ireland and the UK haven’t uploaded the NA maps yet, but I will soon.
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Old 06-04-2018, 08:22 AM
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With everyone owning a smartphone now, Ive found the GPS (and cameras) are starting to become obsolete. I’d suggest using google maps connected to your car audio or like Uberfly suggested, find a free app and use that.
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Old 06-04-2018, 11:34 AM
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Just got my Garmin Drivesmart 60 LMT 6" from Costco(online) arrived today. $229.99 plus GST Pretty good deal,cheaper than other places I looked at, including GPS city and GPS Central(Radioworld).

Connects to phone, 6" screen, Lifetime Maps and Traffic, voice activated, plus many other features.

Way bigger than my Nuvi 3790 LMT which quit working.

Looking forward to trying er out.
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