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Best Voice-activated navigation
available
Gets satellite lock even
indoors
Improved Lane Assist with
Junction View
Displays news and local
events
Large 4.3" screen
Doesn't show as many
street names as previous models.
Premium price.
Where to Buy
for $799.99
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Garmin Nuvi 885T
Overview of Features:
Voice-activated navigation
with lane assist MSN® Direct receiver, Bluetooth® wireless, optional
FM lifetime traffic, speech recognition, lane assist, preloaded
street maps for North America, photo navigation, speaks street
names, widescreen, FM transmitter, MP3 player, route planning, Where
am I?, Garmin Locate™
2-way
spoken word navigation. The 885T not only tells you where to turn
but listens to and recognizes your spoken commands. It also
recognizes shortcut phrases for popular functions.
Lane assist with junction view
guides you to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit.
Enhanced MSN Direct,
helps you check your flight status, avoid traffic backups, compare
local gas prices, get advanced weather information, enhanced movie
listings, stock information, news and local events when you travel
with your unit. Plan trips from your computer, via Windows Live
Local, and wirelessly send locations to the 885T.
The widescreen display,
lets you view map detail, driving directions, photos and more in
color. Its sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display can be read from any
direction.
Detailed City Navigator® NT street
maps, preloaded, nearly 6 million
points of interest (POIs) and features digital elevation maps that
give you a big picture of the surrounding terrain. You can also
upload custom points of interest (POIs).
Integrated Bluetooth® wireless
technology with a built-in microphone
and speaker. Pair it with your compatible Bluetooth phone and talk
hands-free. Simply speak or dial numbers with nüvi's touchscreen
keypad to make a call.
Speak
or tap "Where Am I?" to find
the closest hospitals, police stations, fuel stations, nearest
address and intersection. The 885T even remembers where you parked.
It automatically marks your position when you remove it from the
windshield mount, so you can navigate with the 885T on foot and find
your way back to your vehicle.
Saving capability for 10 routes.
Automatically sort multiple destinations to provide an efficient
route for errands, deliveries or sales calls.
Sleek, slim design
and fits comfortably in your pocket or purse. Its rechargeable
lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for navigation by car or
foot.
Entertainment and travel tools
including MP3 player, audio book player JPEG picture viewer,
currency converters, Garmin Games, alarm clock and more.
Integration with Garmin Connect™
Photos. You can download Google™
Panoramio™ pictures and navigate to them. Enhance your travel
experience with optional plug-in micro SD cards such as Garmin
Travel Guides for detailed data on attractions.
Garmin Lock™, an anti-theft feature,
and is compatible with the free Garmin Garage where you can download
custom voices and vehicles.
Reviews:
GPS Magazine
3.8/5 stars Jan 22,2009
The Garmin 885T is "the best voice activated GPS Available."
CNET Reviews
The new MSN Direct capabilities include the ability to check the status
of your flight (departures and arrivals), more advanced weather
information, enhanced movie listing information and continued support
for real-time traffic data, fuel prices, and more.
Amazon.com
28 Customer Reviews
The Best Out There Garmin 885T Excellent features and very good GPS. It gets a satellite lock inside my
house!!! The voice recognition is the gem in this thing. It really works
and once you start using it, it is very useful and functional. You don't
have to push buttons.
Epinions.com
1 Customer Review
Garmin switched to a Micro SD memory. Now I have to buy a Micro SD
converter.
LetsGoDigital.com No Rating: This powerful new navigator gives clear guidance on a 4.3” color
touchscreen display (480x272 pixels) and is preloaded with maps of the
U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico.
Specifications:
Unit dimensions, WxHxD:
4.9"W x 3.1"H x .7"D (12.5 x 7.8 x 1.8 cm)
Display size, WxH:
3.81"W x 2.25"H (9.7 x 5.7 cm); 4.3" diag (10.9 cm)