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Nokia Maps vs TomTom, Garmin etc

  • 14-01-2009 5:54pm
    #1
    glenn_lfc
    Closed Accounts Posts: 25 ✭


    Hello,

    I am in 2 minds whether to buy a proper GPS system or get a new Nokia n96/n78 etc.

    I would use the GPS in the car for proper routing and directions and get a car cradle if I got the phone. Anyone with experience of both?

    Obviously the phones have other uses but I have a n73 which im happy with. cheers


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  • #2
    kirving
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,009 ✭✭✭kirving


    Well Nokia Maps is decent enough, but the navigation feature costs about €30 per year to activate.:rolleyes: I can't speak for Garmin Mobile.

    I wouldnt use a phone in place of a GPS. The screens on phones, although very good (eg: N96) are still quite small when used in the car. The touchscreen interface on dedicated GPS's is easier to use in the car, routing would be faster and getting a satellite lock would also be faster.

    I have a Garmin 660 which has Bluetooth, meaning is can be used as an in car handsfree kit. I'd reccomend one of Garmins newer units, they are relatively cheap these days.


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