Easy to use - right out of the box
Preloaded maps of the USA
Turn-by turn directions
Millions of points of interest
Instant map updates
This review is from: TomTom ONE 125 3.5-Inch Portable GPS NavigatorThe TomTom ONE 125 3.5-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with U.S. Maps is one of many new updated GPS units available this fall. It is compact and well designed. And for those with more extensive foreign language needs than the standard "English or Spanish" options included with most beginner units, the two dozen included screen languages and even more spoken languages will blow you away. Perhaps the overall best feature is the "map-share" updates that allow users to alert when a route has been closed or changed due to construction. Instead of having to pay and wait for next years update, if you subscribe to this you get it for free! Additionally, the TomTom's safety features are also head and shoulders above the competition. The included menu allows you be alerted with speed warnings, traffic cameras, and even directions to emergency services via the one touch "Help Me!" menu.However, there are some basic features missing, including an SD memory card and text to speech directions. While I do not intend to outline all the features of competing products, I am going to compare this product where relevant to show users where they might need to consider other options. I personally have owned many Garmin models, one Magellan Maestro and a starter Navigon unit. There are even many more options on the market today, but I believe most users should be choosing from these four brands for a starter unit.PROS: + Great compact starter GPS unit with convenient all-in-one form factor+ The "map-share" updates are the killer app of the TomTom GPS line; bad routes are corrected by users like you, and you can get the updates with the application+ Comes with a GPS, USB PC syncing cable, car power adapter and mounting disk+ The included integrated mount is more convenient, though it mounts closer to the window than I would like+ An updated map is provided free of charge if they come out within 30 days of purchase+ Add-on applications and updates are not all free but still priced better than Garmin's+ AWESOME safety feature extras to alert for driving breaks, speed limits and thresholds+ Also warns you by default to remove the unit when you reach your destination+ Cool safety camera alerts give you audio and video of cameras on your route+ "Help Me!" emergency menu directs you to emergency services with one click+ Status bar preferences also allow extra features (compass, next street, etc.)+ Many more included car symbols than Garmin or Magellin+ Includes a pedestrian mode comparable to Garmin's under "planning preferences"+ Interface Includes icons to alert you when you are nearing POIs+ Does seem to update route changes faster than other models+ Gives you the option to automatically avoid delays with traffic updates (though receiver is sold separately and it's not clear if and where one can be connected to this model)+ The TomTom Home application makes it VERY EASY to update settings and download software extras+ Still displays info even without a connection, unlike the Garmin models which sometimes *hide maps* till they find the signal again+ While it is equally poor at acquiring signals as other models, it does seem to hold signals better than others+ Incredible spoken and display language options give you almost 25 language options!!!CONS: - No SD memory card slot!!! That means internal memory is your absolute limit; new maps may replace old ones, and you will have to update for each new map with a computer when travelling, while with the Garmin you could simply bring all your maps on cards- The power / USB connection port is recessed into the bottom of the unit; this may make it hard to use some standard USB cables to connect to your computer in a pinch- The standard USB connection cable has a connector that is at a right angle, which keeps it out of the way but also makes it harder to remove- Dashboard mount disk must be stuck with adhesive to your dash; Garmin friction mount is better, though they do sell alternative mounts that are comparable for the TomTom- Need an additional attachment for traffic service (though not great in all areas)- Must hold on/off button for a long time when turning on- Did not come pre-charged, like my Garmin did - Software interface is not as slick as others like the Garmin and the Navigon- Neither the 2D nor the 3D views are as attractive as any of the other brands- Not the least expensive starter unit on the market- Does not include text to speech to give you spoken street names- No included Bluetooth connectivity to pair with your smart phone for hands free operation- Traffic receiver is sold separately and it's not clear if and where one can be connected to this model- Won't alert you to missed turns and will autom...
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