Bright, automotive-grade 8-bit color LCD: 3.3 x 1.7 inches; 305 x 160 pixels
Audible and visual navigation instructions and warnings
Indefinite data storage; no memory battery required; CompactFlash map storage: type I and II compatible
Integrated dash-mounting system provides easy adjustment and quick release
Comes with alphanumeric remote control and external speaker; includes USB interface with cable
This review is from: Garmin StreetPilot 2610 3.3-Inch Portable GPS NavigatorI bought the Garmin 2610 (US version) as an upgrade to my Garmin GPS V. Although I was extremely pleased with the GPS V, there were a number of things that needed improvement - the size of the memory, the monochrome screen, the speed of the processor (both in calculating routes and in refreshing the map display). All of these plus more have been fixed in the 2610. The Garmin GPS 2610 is designed as an in car navigation system. It is not suitable for other uses such as hiking as it requires either a mains (110V) or 12VDC cigarette lighter power source. The unit accepts map data from the included CDROM based software - access to a PC is essential. THe US version comes with 128Mb memory. I expanded this immediately to 256Mb but 128Mb is still pretty good. I found 256 was enough for most of the NE US in a recent road trip (VA, PA, MD, NY, VT, NH, NJ, ME). Uploading from the computer is reasonable fast (30-45 minutes). It is much faster if a dedicated USB 2.0 reader/writer is usd rather than the connection to the GPS unit directly. The unit is easy to use - my wife finds it considerably easier than the GPS V to enter addresses and find local points of interest such as restaurants and gas stations. Route calculation is very fast - normally a matter of seconds and screen redraw is also virtually instantaneous when zooming or panning. Unlike the old GPS V, I have yet to see a lock up or time where the unit doesn't give turn notice quickly enough. The spoken directions are very clear to my pleasant surprise as I thought they were going to be somewhat of a novelty. The quality of the routes are generally good - there is the odd time when I would choose a different route based off my personal experience but in general, I find the unit's routes are as good as what I could come up with when I'm in strange territory.The screen is very clear in all weather and level of light (including with sunglasses). The 'bean bag' friction mount is also very good in the cars I have tried (hondas and fords) and holds the unit steady without any glue or other adhesive. A couple of smaller enhancements make the experience much more enjoyable than the GPS V. Automatic zoom in/out where the unit will change the map scale based off how close you are to the next turn is wonderful. The touch screen is much better than the buttons (although we sometimes find a PDA pointer makes it even easier to use).My only slight irritations are that the tabs indicating various information on the map screen (speed, distance to turn, time to destintation etc) aren't completely intuitive to modify and not as many options are available as on the GPS V (altitude is the key one as I am strangely interested in how high I am when driving through mountains). The information is all there on other screens of the unit but just isn't available on the tabs. The map software included with the unit seems to have many more rural roads than the software included in the GPS V although we noticed that it didn't have all the points of interest in it (we found more gas stations than the software knew about for instance).All in all, an excellent unit that offers clear navigation in a well made and easy to use product. Remember to download the latest software updates from Garmin as they are well worth the effort to fix the odd software glitch or give you a new enhancement (even if you didn't know about them/want them beforehand!)The following link gives an excellent review on the product: .......All in all, a great product giving very clear instructions and good quality routes....
This review is from: Garmin StreetPilot 2610 3.3-Inch Portable GPS NavigatorI have tried the StreetPilot III and recently the StreetPilot 2610 and the 2610 shines. Here are a few reasons why I like the 2610 off the top of my head...* Routing is much faster than the III. (When I drift off route, the rerouting is nearly instantaneous.)* Finding places is much easier (ability to type in the name using the touchscreen or the remote is a delight - no more scrolling through the letters).* The remote control is a real nice addition* On-screen display is better (you can see the map through the directions - nice)* The screen automatically adjusts for ambient light* The 2610 is smaller than the III, and the antenna is inside the unit (you can add an external antenna easily). * Works off car 12V and 120V at home; takes Compact Flash so it's cheap to get more storage. * Contains several languages already, so you can get your directio...
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