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Monday, May 4, 2009

TomTom GO 300 Portable GPS Navigator with Maps of US Pre-loaded on SDd

The TomTom Go 300 Portable GPS Car Navigation System is the smart, easy, and connected portable car navigation system. Featuring all the great navigation functionality of the original award-winning TomTom Go, the TomTom Go 300 is easier and more convenient to use than ever.



Control your cell phone with the TomTom Go 300's integrated Bluetooth features.


Access points of interest along your route quickly and easily.


The unit's 3-D navigation view is designed to make finding any address effortless.
You won't find a smarter portable GPS Navigation system anywhere, as the TomTom Go 300 not only speaks more than 30 languages in over 50 voices, but its user interface also includes 18 languages. With the improved functionality, you can quickly access millions of points of interest and plot your quickest and shortest choice of roads in no time at all. A compass mode displays a compass on screen, giving you even more orientation while driving. Plus, the volume of the device is linked to your car speed, meaning the volume of the unit's voice instructions will increase or decrease depending on the speed of your vehicle. The Go 300's unique touchscreen activation eliminates the hassle of dealing with extra buttons or unnecessary hardware when calculating your route. Navigators will also appreciate the 3.5-inch TFT antiglare screen, which offers an optimal view at all times, even in direct sunlight. And thanks to the improved on/off button, it's more difficult to accidentally turn off the device.

Just plug in your TomTom Go 300, switch it on, and go. There's no need for any special installation or activation. A set of clear, accurate, turn-by-turn voice instructions and crystal-clear 3-D graphics will help you get where you need to go. The unit's simple design allows you to take the TomTom Go 300 with you from car to car quickly and easily. A full-coverage map of the United States is preloaded on the SD card, and maps of Canada are provided on the included CD. A remote control for the TomTom Go 300 can be purchased separately.

The unit is USB-2.0-compatible for faster data transfers to and from your PC. Meanwhile, the Go 300's Bluetooth receiver allows you to download real-time TomTom Plus services through an Internet connection on your Bluetooth phone anytime and anywhere. TomTom PLUS gives you the real-time information you want on traffic congestion and weather conditions, as well as extra downloads such as detailed city maps, additional voices, points of interest, and more. Note that some TomTom Plus services require a subscription fee. Also, TomTom Plus services require a GPRS-ready device equipped with Bluetooth and a GPRS subscription with your mobile operator.

the TomTom300 in action


What's in the Box
TomTom Go 300 portable car navigator, SD card, carry case, screen cloth, installation CD, AC adapter, cigarette lighter cable, USB 2.0 data cable, installation poster, quick start guide, product code card, TomTom GO accessory leaflet, and component parts of a suction-mount cradle.
Customer Review: so far so good
The seller was great,would recomend or buy again in the future. One of the adapters was faulty and he replaced it at no charge. Have not taken a long trip yet , but have used it around town and is on the money !
Customer Review: Maps are not accurate
First of all, I love having a GPS. My job requires me to travel most of the state of New York as well as other places, and it is unbelievable how much time a GPS saves vs using MapQuest, Streets & Trips, etc. The problem with the Tom Tom GPS units is that their maps are woefully inaccurate! I would say 90% of the time they are right on, but the 10% they are off is costly (and can be dangerous if you wind up in the wrong part of the wrong town!) I called their technical support several times and was assured I had the latest maps. I recently stopped in their Boston headquarters and found out I could "Buy" the "real" updated maps for $49. Since my unit was less than a year old, the tech service rep felt guilty and updated my map and software for free. I now own one up-to-date unit, and two out-of-date units which I refuse to pay $49 each to get maps I should have had in the first place. 3 of my friends bought Garmin C330's and have NEVER had an issue with their maps. I just bought my daughter a GPS, and guess what... I bought her a Garmin. I've seen similar complaints on-line about Garmin charging for updated maps, but so far none of my friends have needed them. My advice...try the Garmin, and buy it from a reputable dealer where you can exchange it if you're not satisfied.


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TomTom 1XL : Look at it before buy Garmin

Everyone who sit in the car about 10 hours/day should have some good GPS system to guide the ways like the christ lead your ways to heaven . But what is the things that GPS system should have?. This is “Must Have” options in GPS system.

►They show you where you are and tell you how to get your destinations.
►They have a touch screen.
►They tell you where to turn and how far you are going.
►They come pre-loaded with maps
►Have a pre-programmed database of POI’s

And something more like wide screen, Mp3 and audio, Bluetooth and more maps are depend on how much money you willing to pay. In the market right now as you know, Garmin has almost 50% of market share in US and TomTom is the next for 20%. To tell you the truth the reason that make Garmin has more market share in US because people perceive Garmin as the leader considered from market share but when it comes to GPS system specialist, they will suggest you to buy TomTom 1XL.

TomTom one third edition is selling for less than $120 and it can do everything which is necessary. Moreover It has real time traffic capability (help you avoid traffic jams), it also comes with free software that will let you download the latest maps, celebrity voices, Night Colors (help you see when the night comes) and more applications. Garmin's entry level GPS unit is the Garmin nuvi 200. it’s more expensive about $20 than the TomTom one third edition and can do all of “Must Have” but doesn't have some of the bells and whistles the Tom Tom has.

And if you want GPS unit with wider screen I, personally, still recommended TomTom 1XL for you to consider. You just give the store $30 more to get the larger screen for TomTom, but you have to plus &50 more for Garmin Nuvi 200W. Again, the nuvi 200W outsells the TomTom 1XL because people see Garmin as being the leader in quality. That's not to say the TomTom 1XL is not a very good device. After all Tom Tom outsells Garmin in Europe, for what that's worth.

Now let’s see some words from some customer
Robbert Staff (New Jersey) : TomTom 1XL Bluetooth is wonderful
Just received the other day. We waited on purchasing one or even asking one for a xmas gift because we knew that they were coming out with BETTER models and the price was going down. We almost purchased the Asus R300 but the features does not match up as to the TomTom 1XL. We will be using this unit in March when we drive up to New Orleans for a couple of weeks. I am very happy on this purchase. Tom Tom is awesome

Nicky Longbuttom (Chicago) : One sweet navigator
I have used the TomTom 1XL for 2500 miles in New England and the Chicago area. The TomTom 1XL is quite helpful and well worth the money. The good things of this Unit is good clear directions, able to adjust rapidly when you go off the recommended route, large screen : easy to read the relevant info, colors and night colors work well, tracking signal is rapidly acquired, simplified input of destination is helpful, TomTom 1XL doesn't sound irritated when you take a wrong turn.

There's more to know about GPS units. there's the third in line for market share company, Magellan, and their quality products. But at least this article will give you a start.