Better deal? Nuvi 260w or Nuvi205W Since these units are the same price. Which is the better deal? I see where the 260w is discontinued.
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I'm actually gathering info to buy one right now. I ruled out the 200 & 205 because I really do want the voice directions while driving rather than having to read the screen. Right now I'm looking at the 250w, 255w, 260w & 265w.
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My 260w, which is a discontinued model and means you're buying an old unit, did have the wonderful voice directions for about 6 months. When voice directions stopped working, I sent the unit back under warranty. Rather than give me a new unit, they "fixed" the voice malfunction. Six months later and now out of warranty, the voice feature stopped working again. I contacted Garmin. They told me tough luck. That's awful customer service. Since this was the 2nd time the voice feature failed, they should have offered me a replacement unit.
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Only you can decide the better deal. If you take a look at the matrix chart on this page you will see some differences. Do you want TTS? The 205 doesn't have it. Want Canada and Alaska maps? The 205 doesn't have it. As far as discontinued, models get discontinued all the time. That does not mean unsupported.You also might want to check out the professional reviews at gpsmagazine.com to help you decide.
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I bought the 260 and can recommend it (although later Garmin changed the interface to the 2x5 series ... which may or may not be a positive). My new 765t doesn't route me any better than my 260 did (it just has a few bells and whistles that I liked and needed ... lane assist for one).I've never owned a TomTom, so I cannot compare the two.
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This really isn't a reply to your post but a question. I have been looking into getting a Garmin Nuvi 350. Does anyone know what the differences are with that one and the C550? I know there is a big difference in price and wondered if the Nuvi would be a good choice for basic GPS. I really want the voice with street names.
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I was going to buy the 570, but it looks like it is being replaced by the 580. Besides the obvious 3D, which I have no use for, are there any differences in wireless capability. Neve have bought LG before, but looks the best make available.
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Easy way to tell, if it is 1260w it is single, if it is 1262w it is dual, same layout for most of the line, like 1060w and 1062w, 1260w and 1262w. So it may just be an error down the Page. Hope this helps.
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I guess it would - mine is a Nuvi 255w, and I would guess there's not a huge difference between that and the 265w. The card is supposed to work in all Nuvi's.
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I just purchased the Nuvi 350. I went to a location and looked at the 350 and the 550 side by side. The Nuvi is much smaller, lighter and easier to handle. The mount contains a power connection, so you dont have to unplug the unit every time you remove it, the power is provided by the mount. It has a single speaker (so stereo), but you are not purchasing a boom box, you are buying a navigator. The internal speaker is louder than the 550 (I tried them side by side.) There is a headset plug in for headphones for the MP3 player or you can connect it to the aux input of your stereo. The nuvi, imho, is a better unit than the streetpilot. I just purchased the Nuvi 350. I went to a location and looked at the 350 and the 550 side by side. The Nuvi is much smaller, lighter and easier to handle. The mount contains a power connection, so you dont have to unplug the unit every time you remove it, the power is provided by the mount. It has a single speaker (so stereo), but you are not purchasing a boom box, you are buying a navigator. The internal speaker is louder than the 550 (I tried them side by side.) There is a headset plug in for headphones for the MP3 player or you can connect it to the aux input of your stereo. The nuvi,... » Read More I just purchased the Nuvi 350. I went to a location and looked at the 350 and the 550 side by side. The Nuvi is much smaller, lighter and easier to handle. The mount contains a power connection, so you dont have to unplug the unit every time you remove it, the power is provided by the mount. It has a single speaker (so stereo), but you are not purchasing a boom box, you are buying a navigator. The internal speaker is louder than the 550 (I tried them side by side.) There is a headset plug in for headphones for the MP3 player or you can connect it to the aux input of your stereo. The nuvi, imho, is a better unit than the streetpilot. « Show Less
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I am in the exact same situation, I am debating which GPS to return. 255WT or 285WT?285WT is actually cheaper too, since I didn't have to pay any tax buying from amazon.sigh... I should have just shelled out a little bit more for the 265WT from Radio shack.The bluetooth on the 285WT seems nice to have, but is the lifetime traffic on the 255WT any good, and is it more worthy than the bluetooth? I never followed the traffic information from my Navigion 2100T, since I am not sure how useful it is.
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Hey Tracy, where did you buy your EB305? I've been looking for one, preferrably used so it's cheaper. Thanks.
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Amazon have been sending me the WD20EARS-00MVWB0! If you do buy it, please buy it thru my Amazon Store, its the same price and I get a small kickback from the sale.
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This is kind of an odd request, in that only you can answer the "why?". What is it that YOU need or are looking for in a GPS? By reading the descriptions and a few reviews on each, you may get better information on the different feature set of each unit. A good place for professional reviews is gpsmagazine.com. FYI, all Garmin units will route you pretty much the same no matter the price.Good luck on your search.
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I considered the 1490, but I don't need the bluetooth or traffic. I ended up buying the nuvi 865T and am happy with it. Some problems getting updates on the Garmin website. Also POI's were available for download on my old 265 e.g. Kauai, but none for the 800 series.
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Just an update - Because I didn't want to take the chance of getting the older v8, and then having to go to Garmin for the latest NT2008-v9, I ordered mine today from PC Nation.I placed my order over the phone, they were very helpful, and they confirmed they have the new version. PC Nation is selling it for $9.00 less than Amazon, and they offer free 3 day shipping. Because I'd like to get mine before Thursday/Friday of this week, I opted for overnight by DHL - they have a special of $11.00ish.I just checked online, and my Garmin 350 has shipped. I should be getting it by tomorrow around 3:00ish PM PST.If anyone is interested, I'll write back tomorrow to let you know about my new toy! Just an update - Because I didn't want to take the chance of getting the older v8, and then having to go to Garmin for the latest NT2008-v9, I ordered mine today from PC Nation.I placed my order over the phone, they were very helpful, and they confirmed they have the new version. PC Nation is selling it for $9.00 less than Amazon, and they offer free 3 day shipping. Because I'd like to get mine before Thursday/Friday of this week, I opted for overnight by DHL - they have a special of $11.00ish.I just checked online, and my Garmin 350 has shipped. I should be getting... » Read More Just an update - Because I didn't want to take the chance of getting the older v8, and then having to go to Garmin for the latest NT2008-v9, I ordered mine today from PC Nation.I placed my order over the phone, they were very helpful, and they confirmed they have the new version. PC Nation is selling it for $9.00 less than Amazon, and they offer free 3 day shipping. Because I'd like to get mine before Thursday/Friday of this week, I opted for overnight by DHL - they have a special of $11.00ish.I just checked online, and my Garmin 350 has shipped. I should be getting it by tomorrow around 3:00ish PM PST.If anyone is interested, I'll write back tomorrow to let you know about my new toy! « Show Less
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Please see the following for info regarding nuvi2555LM and nuvi2555LMT.http://forums.gpsreview.net/discussion/25802/my-new-2555lmt-is-really-a-2555lmThis should work.
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Can you use the Nuvi 255W in Europe? The product description implies you can, but I can't find anything that says how to do it.
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I think the main difference between the two is that the 260W has lifetime FM lifetime traffic but the 255W does not (its an extra you have to pay for). Can someone confirm that?
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My read of the customer reviews supports the notion that the 255W is a terrific unit. Thanks for your reply.