Unlimited long distance $24.99/mo
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CNET editors' rating:
3.5 stars
Very good
Detailed editors' rating - Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 59 reviews
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Product summary
Specifications: GPS receiver: 20 channel; Destination: Automotive; Weight: 8.5 oz; See full specs
Price range: $198.95 - $269.00
CNET editors' review
- Reviewed on: 04/05/2007
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CNET editors' buying advice
We have not reviewed this product but here is CNET's buying advice on Car GPS (Navigation). This content was chosen based on the features included with this model of car gps (navigation).
Hands-free Bluetooth Car GPS
You'd think driving from point A to point B would be a pretty simple task, but you can hit some roadblocks along the way. You get lost, people are calling to see where you are--all of which can be frustrating and distracting. Fortunately, there are driving aids that can help the situation. These GPS devices not only give you text- and voice-guided driving directions, but they also have integrated Bluetooth so you can pair them with your Bluetooth-enabled phone to make hands-free calls. Granted, it'd be safer if you just didn't talk on your phone in the car at all, but at least this way, you can keep your hands on the wheel.
Read more in the GPS Buying Guide
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Car GPS with anti-glare
Select a GPS model with a good color screen that can be read in all lighting conditions. The larger the screen, the more expensive the unit will be, but even big screens can be difficult to read in direct sunlight. Also, check the viewing performance of the display to make sure you can read it from any angle.
Read more in the GPS Buying Guide
See more Car GPS with anti-glare screen products
Car GPS
In-car navigation isn't for everyone; the price alone will cause many people to forgo this technology in favor of the good old paper map. However, if you drive for a living, or like to visit different places on the spur of the moment, GPS can make the driving more enjoyable, leading you to major attractions or guiding you through quiet, scenic back roads. As a business tool, GPS can be a tremendous aid for field service or delivery personnel, or if you frequent different cities on business trips. As the technology advances and we start seeing more real-time traffic report capabilities, it will be easier to avoid the bumper-to-bumper grind.
Read more in the GPS Buying Guide
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User reviews
- Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 59 reviews
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36 out of 48 people found this review helpful
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15 out of 17 people found this review helpful
"An excellent GPS unit at a great price, one of Magellan best"
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Where to buy
Magellan Maestro 4040:
$198.95 - $269.00
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Refurb Depot
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