Saturday, December 11, 2010

Low Price TomTom Car Kit for iPhone


I have had the TomTom car kit for iPhone for about 2 weeks now and am very happy with it.

1) I see others have had a problems with the mount rotating the phone from horizontal to vertical while driving. I am not sure what they are doing, but I have not had that problem, not once.
2) I do think the device is a bit expensive, I think TomTom should drop the price to about $50.
3) The extra GPS lock is better then the iPhone on its own, but it is not a huge difference that I can see. It does get a lock faster, and it does notice a missed turn faster, but on the order of a second or two. While this seems small, when you are driving a second or two can be the difference between missing a turn and not missing it.
4) The integrated speaker is very good. It is clear, and loud.
5) The speaker phone is very good. I had a stand alone blue tooth speaker phone in my car which cost me about $100, and this is "better" then that one.
6) The integration with the iPod music function on the phone is great. The ability to listen to music and use the GPS at the same time, and have the GPS lower the music while it tells you of a turn is fantastic.
7) The mount has a socket to plug into the car sound system. It will then play music and GPS prompts via the car sound system, but voice calls via the GPS on board speaker. Personally I want it to play music out of the car sound system, but voice calls and GPS prompts via the in mount speaker. I wish I could set which of the three (voice calls, music, gps prompts) plays out which speaker. This would be a great software upgrade from TomTom.
8) The fit of the mount is great. I have a cozip hard case on my iPhone and I can still mount it with no problem. I am sure some cases will not work with the mount, but at least the cozip works fine. I do not have to take my iPhone out of the case to put it in the mount. This flexibility is a huge bonus for this mount.
9) The mount stability is rock solid. I get no wiggle, no vibration at all. This is very important when driving with GPS as any wiggle makes it much harder to see the map when in motion. TomTom did a great job on this issue.
10) The mount's flexibility is very very good. It can rotate from horizontal to vertical orientation for the iPhone. The mount can be set in all dimensions so you can get it in a position that is just right for you. I have mine angled so that while the windshield is on a steep angle, the iPhone is at a 90 degree angle to the earth, but tilted about 3 degrees towards the driver (left to right).
11) Wire connections are fantastic. The mount has its own power connector, bluetooth, and headphone jack. Once the mount is set up you just pop the iPhone onto the Apple Connector and that activates everything. I need do nothing other than start using the device. There are no wires to set up each time you get in the car.

Overall this is the best iPhone mount I have ever used. The integration with GPS, Voice Calls, and Music is beyond anything I have ever seen before. This is hands down the best mount for the iPhone I have ever seen. The ONLY issue is even with this level of quality, over $100 seems like too much money. On the other hand, if you can afford it, you won't get a better mount at any price.Get more detail about TomTom Car Kit for iPhone.

Lowest Price TomTom ONE 140 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator


Have you ever seen that scene in Office Space where they go all gangster on the Copy Machine because it keeps fouling up? Thats how this GPS makes me feel. I was warned by a few people that the life of a Tom Tom is very short because dropping it a few times in your car is enough to break it. I laughed at these warnings because mine was working fine. Sure enough, mine is now broken after less than three months of service and I didn't drop it once. Since I didn't buy a warranty because money was tight, I am screwed. Now you will excuse me while I destroy this thing with a baseball bat. Get more detail about TomTom ONE 140 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator.

Thursday, December 9, 2010

HDCS: Hard Shell Case For Garmin, TomTom, Mio GPS with 3.5" and 4.3" Screen Buy Now


Very disappointed!!!! The case ONLY FITS THE SCREEN! The charger and window adapter DOES NOT fit as shown in the above picture!!! I will NEVER purchase from this vendor again! Waste of money!Get more detail about HDCS: Hard Shell Case For Garmin, TomTom, Mio GPS with 3.5" and 4.3" Screen.

TomTom Additional Windshield Mount Kit for One and XL GPS Navigators (pre 130 and 330 models) Order Now


Item is mislabeled. I have the TomTom One 130 model and this mount works fine (the part number matches TomTom's part number for the 130 mount).

While the picture doesn't make this obvious (it's pointed out in the short description), this is a kit that also includes an additional car charging cable (plugs into the lighter/power outlet in your car).Get more detail about TomTom Additional Windshield Mount Kit for One and XL GPS Navigators (pre 130 and 330 models).

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

DeLorme AG-8097-000 Earthmate PN Series Power Kit Best Quality


Do not buy this from AMAZON, I think they are selling used batteries.. The first one would not charge up to 100%. The second one charged up to 100% but in 10 minutes went down to 85%. After that it only lasted 7 hours. I spoke to Delmore and they sell there kits for the same price as amazon. And you can call them and get a person with a heart beat on the end of the phone. I missed the return date by 3 days so I have to eat this battery and will be buying one from delmore. Get more detail about DeLorme AG-8097-000 Earthmate PN Series Power Kit.

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Mount, Nuvi 760, Suction Cup Mount, Immediately


This is the factory replacement for the dash mount that came with your Nuvi. If yours is not working for any reason and needs to be replaced, then this is the one you need.Get more detail about Mount, Nuvi 760, Suction Cup Mount,.

TomTom GO 740 Live 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable Live Internet Connected GPS Navigator This instant


I bought a 740 Live after owning a 900 series Tom Tom. I like the GPS, but the Traffic service is really terrible. It can't handle the big city traffic conditions. It will often route city streets not accounting for rush hour congestion. Also, it can't handle streets that have different traffic patterns during rush hour. We have some streets that are one-way during rush hour. Tom Tom doesn't recognize/realize that.Get more detail about TomTom GO 740 Live 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable Live Internet Connected GPS Navigator.

Monday, December 6, 2010

TomTom XL 340M (Lifetime Maps Edition) 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator Top Quality


I purchased this device for my wife for Mother's Day. I am a truck driver, and for the most part...there is nothing stronger than a trucker's wife. So this 'gift' suited her just well (not the best or most appropriate gift for most women). This device is so clear, loud, and easy to read and understand. It suits her and me just fine. We are not by any means 'tech savvy'. I have read other reviews that have actually educated her and I and I would like to 'THANK' those who have submitted excellent reviews with much information.

For the price I paid I feel this was one helluva great investment. There are times when I am layed over away from home but, within 250 miles. This GPS ensures that she and my babies do not get lost. This unit has already paid for itself. And I would like to 'Thank' TomTom for an exceptionally well priced and terrific product. Also...Again, I cannot thank the Amazoners enough who have provided in depth information on THEIR review posts that have enabled us to benefit from our purchase and achieve even greater heights. THANK YOU tech-savvy Amazoners!! Who have submitted reviews. God bless. Hope this review helps. Peace.Get more detail about TomTom XL 340M (Lifetime Maps Edition) 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator.

HDCSXL: Extra Large Hard Shell Case For Garmin, TomTom, Mio GPS with 4.3" Screen Review


After reading the other reviews, I was about 75% sure that this would be a great deal/case for my Garmin 265wt. The Garmin gps unit fits well into the case, I like the spacer in between the unit and the storage net. I am able to fit the car adapter/traffic transmitter in the storage net and it does fit snug so I don't think anything else could fit. It is a bulky hard case and I do feel comfortable with it so far.

Suggestions:
*I think if they would have added some straps like the other case do to hold the gps unit more securely it would be ideal for when you open the case so you don't have to worry about the unit falling out. Just make sure that you know which side the gps unit in on so it doesn't fall out. Maybe put a sticker or something on the top of the case to mark it so you'll know.

*I also think the zipper could be more durable, but it does the job.

Overall I am satisfied so far with the case and it does fit well with the Garmin 265wt. Get more detail about HDCSXL: Extra Large Hard Shell Case For Garmin, TomTom, Mio GPS with 4.3" Screen.

Sunday, December 5, 2010

Garmin nüvi 1350T 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic - Factory Refurbished


The garmin 1350T turned out to be a refurbished product, it didn't say that in the add. We took it on a trip but the traffic icon didn't come on all the time so it didn't really do us any good, we returned it, we were very pleased with the process and help on returning it. We already own a garmin street pilot there has been very good but do not have the traffic.Get more detail about Garmin nüvi 1350T 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic - Factory Refurbished.

Shop For Callaway Golf uPro Go GPS


I just used my uPro Go for the first time. It works great and updates yardages very quickly. I liked the MyGo option, but haven't bought it yet. I just used the free course provided. Am considering paying the one-time fee for it for all the courses. Originally had a Sonacaddie Autoplay, but it never worked and I returned it for the uPro Go and it was a good move. It is very easy to use; easy to read in the sun; small and light; and easily transitions from hole to hole. I almost did not buy it because of the review @ Amazon where the user hated the joystick. I think the joystick is easy to use as are all of the buttons.

The only thing missing is a "tee to green" view capability.

I definitely recommend the uGo Pro.Get more detail about Callaway Golf uPro Go GPS.