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The Nextar Q3 is a midline turn by turn navigation system using the NAVTEQ1 baseline software. The unit features a touchscreen data entry and setup, the standard voice guided directions (Turn by Turn), US and Canada Maps, SD card for addresses and MP3's, MP3 Player (headphone output for most car stereo's), Remote Control (For Navigation and MP3's), Points of Interest, USB Interface with software to update routes (Map updates not yet available) and all normal accessories2. The Nextar series GPS provides a cost effective alternative to more expensive units by other manufacturers.
MSRP $150.00
Release date January, 2007
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1 NAVTEQ is the baseline maping company for most, if not all, GPS maping services / hardware.
2 Accessories: Home charger, car charger, USB cable, carry pouch, window mount, stylus. Optional items: Alternative mounting brackets.
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Nextar Q3
• Nextar Q3 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator
• Q3 Touch Screen GPS Navigation System
UPC: 714129943116
EAN: 714129943116
MPN: Q3
Competitors
MSRP $200.00
Released September, 2005
Pros
- The small size of the unit makes it very convenient for taking on trips (rather than paying for rental car GPS units).
- Strong GPS receiver
- SD slot for additional storage
Cons
- Traffic receiver and travel guide cost extra
- Expensive
- No real time traffic information
Nextar Q3
vs.
Garmin n?vi 350
MSRP $399.99
Released March, 2008
Pros
- Real-time traffic updates
- Uses WiFi and cellular connections
- Plan routes from your PC and send them wirelessly to the car
Cons
- No web browser
- Can't play video
- Only works in US. Doesn't work in Canada/Mexico/Europe
Nextar Q3
vs.
Dash Express
MSRP $349.00
Released October, 2007
Glopex G53 is Glopex Network Inc.'s new generation travel assistant. This 3.5" touchscreen and less than 200g weight unit integrated most current navigation technologies including 20 parallel satellite channels, fast route calculation, off-route recalculation, turn-by-turn voice instruction, friendly user interface, over 6 million POI. The built-in photo, audio, and video player allow users to...
Nextar Q3
vs.
Glopex G53
Reviews
January 23, 2008
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Pros
- Very good (real world) price for features
- Multi Language
- Voice, Turn By Turn
- MP3 Player with jacks for stereo
- Alternative Routing (street by street)
- Uses Stereo for turn by turn, when connected (mutes music)
Cons
- No map updates (at time of submission)
- No Live Traffic
- Short battery life in portable mode
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Pros
- Very good (real world) price for features
- Multi Language
Cons
- No map updates (at time of submission)
- No Live Traffic
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