Currently, I'm using a MOTONAV TN765t. It's actually pretty good in most respects -- maps look great (clear type, doesn't look like an NES video game like Garmin), fast routing, large screen, and all. Also, it has an outstanding lane assist feature so I'm never in the wrong lane or caught scrambling. However the live traffic is hit or miss, especially in San Francisco, voice recognition is abysmal and text entry is painfully slow.
When looking for a new one, there doesn't seem to be anything good on the market. Garmin, from what I can see, is still making the same device over and over with the same mediocre software and maps. Sure, the devices are getting thinner and sleeker, but it's going to stay in my car so that's not a marked improvement. I played with TomTom's newest stuff at the gdgt live a month ago and it was unwhelming in the same way -- slow and with hideous, difficult to read maps. RoadIQ (or whatever they call it) seems neat, but live traffic that works would be great.
And then there's Google Maps Navigation on Android. I have a Droid Incredible and I've used the navigation function of Android extensively and want to like it, but it has big omissions. You can't disable voice prompts, complex intersections are difficult to decipher and lane assist/junction view is basically non-existent. But what it does well is ridiculously accurate voice recognition, real-time internet connected traffic reporting, internet search for destinations, and satellite view which is pretty neat.
So, what's the best all around GPS at any price?
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Who makes the most usable and innovative GPS?
I've used Garmin, currently have a Tomtom and a Droid X with Google Maps navigation. I have to say, I prefer the Google Maps navigation. Entering address and navigating the menus with a Garmin or Tomtom was always difficult for me, given the small, resistive touchscreen. I feel like my Droid X finds my location a lot quicker than the dedicated GPS devices. Also, I feel more at ease knowing that I have the most up-to-date maps with my phone (without having to pay for it).
If you want to turn of the voice prompts, you can turn down the volume all the way. I'm pretty sure that it has its own separate volume setting from the notifications and media.
If you want to turn of the voice prompts, you can turn down the volume all the way. I'm pretty sure that it has its own separate volume setting from the notifications and media.
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Google Maps navigation is simply the best. Especially when you consider that it's free.
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