Up for Review: Garmin: Nuvi 255W Car GPS
The new Garmin Nuvi 255W general purpose navigation system is an improvised version of its earlier 200 Series GPS models. The globally renowned GPS manufacturer has introduced enhanced user interface features in the new Garmin Nuvi 255W model. Features like the current speed and speed limits, the time left to arrive at the destination, name of the road and even distance and direction of your next turn has been added onto the new GPS unit. A Zoom in and Zoom out feature has also been kept nearer to facilitate the user.
Garmin Nuvi 255W can be a perfect travel assistant especially for those who love to explore new destinations. Its 3D Terrain Maps gives the user an updated idea about mountains, forests and other topographic features. Even you can find address directly from Google Maps or Mapquest through the new Garmin Nuvi 255W GPS unit. You just need to hook up Garmin Nuvi 255W to the computer via its USB port which requires a small plug-in, search for the location, and click the “Send link” in the info window for the address which will transfer the addresses directly to your Garmin GPS navigator.
Garmin nuvi 255W Features and Specifications Review:
General
Product Type: GPS receiver
Built-in Display
Type: TFT – widescreen
Resolution: 480 x 272
Diagonal Size: 4.3″
Display Illumination: Yes
Colour Support: Colour
Recommended Use: Automotive
Connectivity: USB
Voice: Navigation instructions
Aerial: Built-in
Features: Built-in speaker, calculator, clock, 2D / 3D map perspective, Garmin Lock, photo viewer, custom POIs
Software Included: MapSource City Navigator Europe NT
Navigation
Waypoints: 1000
Trip Computer: Avoid highways, trip timer, trip distance, avoid toll roads
Features: Touch screen, anti-glare
Connections
Connector Type: USB
Slot Provided: SD Memory Card
Battery
Battery Enclosure Type: Internal
Technology: Lithium Ion
Run Time (Up To): 4 hour(s)
Weight& Dimension
Weight: 147 g
Height: 7.4 cm
Width: 12.2 cm
Depth: 2 cm
Available with an affordable price of around $177.77, the new Garmin Nuvi 255W is a 4.3 Inch wide screen GPS which shows more of what’s around you as you drive. The touch screen has special anti-glare technology to provide better view and the color profile is changed automatically in the night or in dim light to help the driver to see the route info. Embedded with Auto Navigating feature, it’s also theft protected. Its Rechargeable lithium-ion battery which can last up to 4hours upon charge offers easy portability option.
Apart from the basic feature such as Text-to-Speech technology(to help in getting real street names) and Memory Card Slots( where you can add maps and travel guides, or can even store photos), Garmin Nuvi 255W offers something extra. It has a new navigate by photo feature which facilitate the users to choose from millions of geo-located photos from Garmin’s unique Web site. These pictures by the global photo sharing community can be your guide to the new destinations.
This GPS unit is compatible with MSN Direct service. With an optional receiver, you can get updated info about weather, news and local events, stock info and even movie listings. You can go for a 3months, yearly and even lifetime subscription to access dynamic content from MSN. The GPS also has an optional receiver through which you can get alerts from TMC Clear Channel about traffic tie-ups and road construction that lies on your route. The broadcasting from these channels are continuous without any disturbance. You can also plan trips from the convenience of your computer, via Windows Live Local.
Packed with millions of destinations and maps for North America or Europe, the new Garmin Nuvi 255W is ultra-easy to use even for novice users. All in all, it’s a good performance GPS unit.