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I am lukewarm at that price point.\u00a0 These offer a lot of coolness, but let’s look at what can be had for say $150.<\/p>\n
Down at around $150 we slide to the Garmin 265WT<\/a> ($139) or the 1350T<\/a> ($152).\u00a0 Now, in Garmin’s naming system “T” means that it includes traffic updates.\u00a0 The 265WT is 0.8″ deep and 6.1 ounces; the 1350T is 0.6″ deep and 5.7 ounces.\u00a0 Both have 480×272 pixel displays.\u00a0 The 1350 has lane assist, while\u00a0 the 265 does not — one of the main features I am looking for.\u00a0 The 1370T would add bluetooth, but pushes the price up to $199.<\/p>\n Which is the better value \/ gadget for the money:\u00a0 A Garmin 1350T at $152 or a 3750 at $312?\u00a0 The 3750 is only 0.35″ deep, and has a nice 800×480 pixel display — much better graphically.\u00a0 It weighs 4 ounces vs 6 for the 1350.\u00a0\u00a0 Both offer speed limit indicator.\u00a0\u00a0 The 3750 adds “locate” so that it marks its position when taken out of the car, to help find the car again in a parking lot or garage.\u00a0 Do these features make it worth another $160 (twice as much)?\u00a0 It likely depends on how much you plan to use the nav unit, and how much enjoyment and appreciation you have of newer gadgets.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" I have found again recently after managing to take a long wander though a small town that I need a navigation unit I can take with me on trips.\u00a0 Ideally one that would fit in my shirt pocket or portfolio, … Continue reading