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The Nuvi 205W is a mid-range GPS device released by Garmin in June 2008. This product is relatively similar to its 2007 predecessor, the Nuvi 200W. While the 205W retains the same form-factor and many of the same features, it does introduce several new technologies as seen throughout the majority of 2008’s Nuvi product line. The 205W can save a total of 1000 custom locations and waypoints, 500 more than its predecessor. This GPS also features free (ad-supported) lifetime FM traffic updates, as well as MSN Direct support for traffic and content services. The 205W can also find the closest essential services (hospitals, police and gas stations) as well as the nearest addresses and intersections. Compared to the older 2007 Nuvi models, the 205W also features photo navigation so one can use landmarks for added confidence when navigating. The rechargeable lithium-ion battery should suffice for the average trip, lasting approximately 4 hours.
MSRP $249.99
Release date June, 2008
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Features
- 4.3” touch screen color display, 480 x 272 resolution
- preloaded with American or Canadian maps
- QWERTY or ABC keyboard
- USB 2.0 connection for additional map updates
- Integrated FM traffic receiver
- 2D and 3D map interface
- compatible with MSN Direct for traffic and content services
- find closest hospitals, police & gas stations, addresses & intersections
- data cards: SD Card
- dimensions & weight: 4.8" x 2.9" x .8" in, 6.1 oz
- battery: rechargeable lithium-ion, 4 hours
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Garmin Nuvi 205W
• Garmin n?vi 205W 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator
• nuvi 205W GPS
UPC: 753759077648
EAN: 753759077648
MPN: Nuvi 205W
Competitors
MSRP $250.00
Released March, 2008
The Nextar X3i is an entry-level automotive GPS receiver designed to provide navigation and entertainment functionality. The receiver features a 3.5" color touchscreen LCD display with day and night modes which adjusts the screen to the appropriate lighting conditions. It has a built-in speaker to provide voice-guided directions and turn-by-turn voice pr...
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Nextar X3i
MSRP $250.00
Released January, 2008
The Nextar I4-BC is a touchscreen GPS car navigator that comes preloaded with maps of the continental US and Canada and 1.6 million points of interest. Also included is a back-up camera for backing up your vehicle and built-in speaker which gives clearly pronounced English directions down to the street name. An SD card...
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Nextar I4-BC
MSRP $249.99
Released February, 2008
Magellan's RoadMate 1212 is an automotive GPS receiver from the RoadMate series of products. It features a 3.5-inch QVGA, full colour, anti-glare, touch-screen display, text-to-speech ability, an intuitive interface for safe usage during driving and a small, pocket-sized form design. The RoadMate 1212 comes equipped with Magellan's QuickSpell system (which checks and searches spelling...
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Magellan RoadMate 1212
MSRP $249.95
Released October, 2008
The Sony NV-U44 is a portable GPS navigation device. It is designed to provide automotive drivers who are traveling or on the go with precise directions. A pre-installed computer to voice speech program allows drivers to keep their focus on the road instead of on the actual device. The NV-U44 features a 3.5" 320...
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Sony NV-U44
MSRP $245.00
Released March, 2008
The Mio Moov 310 is a portable GPS receiver for the car and is said to deliver everything you need in a GPS navigator. It has a wide screen display and comes with pre-loaded maps of the United States. One reviewer points out that Mio decided to get rid of all non- navigation features...
Garmin Nuvi 205W
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Mio Moov 310
MSRP $249.99
Released February, 2008
Pros
- affordable price
- 4.3-inch touchscreen
- simple and easy to use
Cons
- doesn't announce if you miss a turn - simply recalculates route
- very few bonus features
Garmin Nuvi 205W
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Magellan RoadMate 1400
MSRP $229.99
Released January, 2009
Pros
- 3.5" touchscreen
- affordable
- optional Navigon FreshMaps monthly map updates (cost extra)
Cons
- poor warranty
- non-removable battery
- not worth it over the 2000S if you live in an area without traffic updates
Garmin Nuvi 205W
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Navigon 2200T
MSRP $299.95
Released August, 2008
Pros
- affordable price
- limited extra features
- fast and responsive interface
Cons
- no full voice control
- no full TomTom LIVE support
- annoying to create detours
Garmin Nuvi 205W
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TomTom Go 630
Reviews
May 21, 2009
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Pros
- 4.3" touchscreen display
- affordable price
- free ad-supported live FM traffic updates
- compatible with MSN Direct (live traffic, weather, gas prices, etc...)
- 2D and 3D map views
- fast satellite acquisition
- rechargeable battery for 4-5 hours of use
Cons
- touchscreen is not sensitive enough
- tinny speaker
- comes with a 12V car charger only, no AC adaptor (sold separately)
- lacks the advanced features of more expensive units (Bluetooth compatbility, text to speech, FM transmitter, etc...)
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