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Garmin nüvi 785/785T 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Bluetooth and Maps of U.S, Canada & Puerto Rico | 
| Brand: Garmin Category: CE Department: GPS/Navigation
List Price: $549.99 Buy New: $298.00 as of 7/30/2010 12:15 CDT details You Save: $251.99 (46%)
New (7) Used (5) Refurbished (1) from $187.98
Seller: Pavilion Electronics Rating: 80 reviews Sales Rank: 6079
Media: Electronics Autographed: No Memorabilia: No Batteries Included: Yes Native Resolution: 480 x 272 Display Size: 4.30 Battery: 1 Lithium-Ion Includes MP3 Player: 1 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4 Dimensions (in): 4.8 x 0.8 x 3
MPN: NUVI 785T Model: NUVI 785T UPC: 053759077663 EAN: 0053759077663 ASIN: B001ELJEQK
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | NOTE: The MSN Direct receiver with integrated vehicle power cable is one device that is BOTH the MSN Direct Service (traffic) receiver and the car charger | | • | Bright, 4.3-inch diagonal color WQVGA TFT touchscreen with 480 x 272 pixels and white backlight | | • | Preloaded with City Navigator North America NT | | • | Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling | | • | High-sensitivity GPS receiver for improved performance and reception | | • | NOTE: Model number on the box is 785T because the traffic receiver is included; however, the model number on the device itself is 785 as the "T" in 785T refers to the additional component |
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Product Description Directionally challenged? Many people lose their sense of direction. Getting from point A to Point B can be so stress provoking that you hardly want to leave point A. The Garmin nuvi 785T helps get you from one point to another and helps you have fun at any point you choose. And you'll never be lost. The nuvi 785T offers full coverage mapping for the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The preloaded map data features nearly six million points of interest, including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs and attractions. The map data is provided by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. It features 3D buildings, lane assist and lifetime traffic alerts from NAVTEQ. Take advantage of Garmin's first premium traffic service without subscription fees. 3D navigation with lane assist provides drivers a clear picture of what lies ahead on their route, including road sign detail and arrows indicating the proper lane for navigation. Some areas even offer a 3D view of buildings. Steer clear of traffic with nuvi's integrated FM traffic receiver. Receive alerts about traffic delays and road construction that lie ahead on your route. The nuvi 785T features an MSN Direct receiver with a 3 month trial subscription that includes updated information about traffic conditions, fuel prices, weather reports, movie listings, headline news, stock quotes and local events. Auto time zone will automatically adjust your time zone while navigating Garmin Connect Photos - associate your favorite images with saved locations DEM maps show you shaded terrain contours at various zoom levels High-sensitivity GPS receiver for improved performance and reception Turn-by-turn directions with voice guidance Easy-to-use, Touchscreen interface Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more Simplified PC connectivity, using USB mass storage Configurable vehicle icons allows users to select a fun, and cus
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Unknown/Stars are for Garmin Products July 8, 2010 Larry Wahler (Sterling, IL USA) I am sure this item is a good GPS, but the one I purchased stopped working about 10 minutes after turning it on. I love Garmin GPS units, but all you can do is try it to see!!!
Nuvi 785T June 21, 2010 L. R. Hall GPS and extra features work well. Bluetooth did not link up with my phone, but otherwise I am happy with the unit.
Impressed but with reservations June 13, 2010 Mark Hannon (Southwestern CT, USA) As the owner of a Magellan unit, we needed a GPS device that could interface with our Mac. I have no problems with the software, though the process of getting a custom map from your Mac to the device is poorly documented. It required an email to customer service to have the process explained. Basically, after sending the custom map to the 785T from "Roadtrip" on your computer, you have to go to "Custom Maps" on your device and download your new map.
Overall the GPS unit works well though I was disappointed to learn that all Garmin units lack the turn chimes used by our Magellan. One nice feature is that the 785T finds the satelites much faster than our previous GPS devices.
Basically, you buy a GPS unit to get you where you need to go and the 785T does what it is supposed to do.
GARMIN DOES NOT HONOR FREE MAP FOR OUTDATED ONE THAT COMES W/ THE UNIT June 3, 2010 D. Supanich (Calumet, MI) Garmin's customer suport has gone down the tubes. I was unable to update the map on my unit as it got stuck - thought it went thru. Getting ready for my trip and discovered the unit is OUT OF DATE and Garmin says, so sorry about your disappointment but you can purchase an updated map. The unit won't even find a Walmart for crying out loud. They said 60 days and its been 90 days but the map wouldn't not load on day 5. SHAME ON YOU GARMIN.
Great GPS poor map graphics May 16, 2010 B. Oni (Columbus, OH) 1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I have used this unit for like 4 days now and I must say I feel badly let down. Though it works well as expected, the unit has a feel of cheapness around it especially with the graphics of the map. For a company like Garmin, I would have expected their graphics to be sharp and crisp instead it comes across like graphics from 10 years ago when compared to the graphics on Sprint Telenav. While navigating and when approaching a section of the highway that splits, the unit is supposed to display a pictorial image of the road and the exit sign so as to serve as extra guide, well mine hasn't shown any of that yet.
My second gripe with the unit is the limited amount of data on display while navigating. It is good to have data like speedometer, speed limit, time of arrival, exit information, and name of street driving on displayed, but when you have to punch the screen to access other information like distance to destination especially, or time at destination, or other fun information, it gets really annoying.
The call clarity of its bluetooth is nothing to write home about. I've used navigon's GPS system before and there's worked far much better than this one, so I have had to resort to using my bluebooth headset.
Not that it is a piece of crap, the unit is actually an impressive gadget. It is slick and not bulky. When powered on, it doesn't take long to obtain a gps signal. The windshield mount was properly thought out as it is very easy to mount and unmount the unit. Although the map that came with it was out of date, I was allowed to update it without charge. There is also another neat little feature that I found on it: ecofuel. It monitors your speed and compares it to your mpg usage to let you know how eco friendly your driving is. Lastly, I am pleased that there is a lock security code on it to prevent unauthorized use, though it would have been nice if you can set the unit to time out when standing still after a predetermined amount of time.
I am going to return it as I am not completely satisfied.
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