NewNiceMrMe Posted July 26, 2006 Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 Right, heres the score..... I have SatNav in the 6 obviously, and a Garmin Streepilot I3 in the A4 that I use on occasion. The wife has no SatNav in her 320d, and no portable device either. So, she borrows the I3 on occasion. However, such occasions are becoming more common and last week I drove off in the A4 with the SatNav....when she needed it. So, she's now insisting I buy her one. The Garmin is great, and we both like it's simplicity. However, I know it's been superceded and I don't think the offers are around anymore. I also can't be arsed to research SatNav Systems if I'm honest. Requirements are as follows (these are VERY important so please note them carefully!): - Budget, up to £250 - Removeability - must be quick to remove and portable enough to stow in a handbag, briefcase - Simple - must be ultra simple to use - Loud - decent volume - Wires - not bothered about them, doesn't have to be wireless/bluetooth etc. Furthermore, it'll not get hardwired in, it'll just be plugged into the 12v socket when needed. - Speed limits - ideally it'll show speed limits and camera locations - Updates - must be mega easy to apply So, what does the TSN expert community recommend? By the way, if you've got a picture of the device you're recommending....can you do me a favour and show it in your post to save me even more time...!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewNiceMrMe Posted July 26, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 C'mon FFS! Where are all you SatNav geeks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhodgkinson Posted July 26, 2006 Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 [ QUOTE ] C'mon FFS! Where are all you SatNav geeks! [/ QUOTE ] they must be slightly lost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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craigyb Posted July 26, 2006 Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 I've never really used one, but I guess you can't really go wrong with the newest series of Tom Tom units. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs32 Posted July 26, 2006 Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 there's an another similar thread running here if that's any help to you Chris The only one I've had so far is the TomTom GO700 - full review on this link http://www.pocketgpsworld.com/tomtom-go.php happy hunting ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adwhitworth Posted July 26, 2006 Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 [ QUOTE ] I've never really used one, but I guess you can't really go wrong with the newest series of Tom Tom units. [/ QUOTE ] Excellent units apart from the droopy mounts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigyb Posted July 26, 2006 Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 [quote Excellent units apart from the droopy mounts. [/ QUOTE ] Thats only when I'm drunk... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J_C Posted July 26, 2006 Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 TomTom GO 300 - these can now be had for under £200, brand new. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhodgkinson Posted July 26, 2006 Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 Just spotted one of these, is this any use? i don't know how good they are Garmin I3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vic Posted July 26, 2006 Report Share Posted July 26, 2006 Loads of Reviews and stuff HERE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarMad Posted July 27, 2006 Report Share Posted July 27, 2006 Tomtom One all the way Chris. Its got the best GPS so it gets the signal very very quickly. Its incredibly easy to use, I haven't found anyone who can't use it, even my Mum doesn't find it hard. It can be used as a Hands free kit with your phone and can also divert you round traffic jams with a bluetooth / GPRS phone at additional cost. Its also slim and you can get a good Tomtom case making it perfect to put in a handbag, it not deep like most of them are. Screen is also great with very very little glare. Put it this way I'm going to order one in the next few weeks because we simply don't need anything more. If you have an Egg card get it off the Dixons site for under £200 with the 10% discount off if you order before the end of the month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted July 27, 2006 Report Share Posted July 27, 2006 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] I've never really used one, but I guess you can't really go wrong with the newest series of Tom Tom units. [/ QUOTE ] Excellent units apart from the droopy mounts. [/ QUOTE ] I complained and got a new one a couple of days ago. All seems fine...so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jwo Posted July 27, 2006 Report Share Posted July 27, 2006 Navman icn 530 (includes all european maps too) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarMad Posted July 27, 2006 Report Share Posted July 27, 2006 Its a differnent mount for the One so no problems there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewNiceMrMe Posted July 27, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Just spotted one of these, is this any use? i don't know how good they are Garmin I3 [/ QUOTE ] That's what I have in the A4. However, that's a very very very cheap price. Deal done, I'll have that. It'll do for what she wants! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhodgkinson Posted July 27, 2006 Report Share Posted July 27, 2006 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] Just spotted one of these, is this any use? i don't know how good they are Garmin I3 [/ QUOTE ] That's what I have in the A4. However, that's a very very very cheap price. Deal done, I'll have that. It'll do for what she wants! [/ QUOTE ] Gald i could help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewNiceMrMe Posted July 28, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 28, 2006 Got it today and she's pleased it's one she's used to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidhodgkinson Posted July 28, 2006 Report Share Posted July 28, 2006 great news Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sponge Posted July 29, 2006 Report Share Posted July 29, 2006 Does that Garmin have an updatable speed camera database? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazdot Posted July 29, 2006 Report Share Posted July 29, 2006 [ QUOTE ] Does that Garmin have an updatable speed camera database? [/ QUOTE ] Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewNiceMrMe Posted July 29, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2006 Indeed it does - BUT - I don't rate it roo highly. It's too non-specific about where they actually are and beeps along a full section of road without you knowing exactly where the camera is on occasion. Stunning value for money though - and the screen is incredibly easy to use/view. To be honest, I actually find it easier to follow than the £2.5k system on the 6! I'm not joking either. Ok so it doesn't have all the facilities etc, but for point to point navigation its great. It has a habit of taking you on strange routes on the odd occasion, but it's never taken me far off what I'd call the best route. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimdiesel Posted July 29, 2006 Report Share Posted July 29, 2006 People have commented on the small size of the i3, but I think its a major plus point. On my Z4 it fits in the bottom RHS corner of the windscreen and is very discrete. Some of the other brands would be to big to mount on the Z4's screen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewNiceMrMe Posted July 29, 2006 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2006 I agree entirely. On first look I can see why people might hestitate. However, the screen quality is exceptional and the device sits there almost un-noticed. Cracking product. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dazdot Posted July 29, 2006 Report Share Posted July 29, 2006 [ QUOTE ] However, the screen quality is exceptional and the device sits there almost un-noticed. Cracking product. [/ QUOTE ] And thanks to Jimdiesel for recommending it in his review, thanks Jim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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