Garmin Nuvi 5000 goes big

Garmin announces the Garmin Nuvi 5000 at CES 2008, featuring a 5.2-inch touch screen and advanced navigation features.

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Jan. 8, 2008 12:34 p.m. PT

If you're not keen on squinting at a little display to view maps and driving directions, then feast your eyes on the Garmin Nuvi 5000. Unlike most of today's portable navigation systems, which have 3.5-inch or 4.3-inch displays, the Nuvi boasts a 5.2-inch touch screen with a 800x480 pixel resolution and is designed for RVs and trucks. It's well-stocked in the features department as well with preloaded maps of North America, text-to-speech functionality, integrated Bluetooth, multimedia capabilities, and compatibility with MSN Direct for real-time traffic, weather, and more. There's even a composite video input to connect a rearview camera to see what's behind your vehicle before backing up. The Garmin Nuvi 5000 is expected to ship sometime in February and has a price tag of $857.13.