http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk Top 10 Sat Nav Systems For 2008 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 13:19:39 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en If you're not a gadget lover, then this budget level Sat Nav system from TomTom, probably the best known Satnav maker, is indeed the One to have.  It may not look sexy, but, at this price, who cares?  It's a doddle to programme and just as easy to follow.  Maps ... http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/14/tomtom/ This is a smart buy, as long as you don't mind an American voice guiding you to your destination.  The snazzy, illuminated rep strips on either side of the unit are totally over the top, but it navigates reasonably well; the maps on the 4.3in touch screen are better than ... http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/15/becker-traffic-assist-7827/ The big drawback to this is the cradle, which is attached to your windscreen by a sucker.  It kept falling off, which is a shame, as this is a slick machine: nicely finished, clear voice guidance, easy-to-follow menus, 3.5in touch screen and crisp, clear maps. Sony NV-U93T Sat Nav Features Touch screen. Mapping ... http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/15/sony-nv-u93t/ If you have GPS on your phone but don't rate the mpas, Wayfinder is a good alternative.  Pay a one-off annual fee and you get maps, points of interest and speed camera alerts. Verdict: Useful if you're a regular phone satnav user 7/10 http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/15/wayfinder-navigator/ If you want your satnav to look good en route, the S30 3D, with its clever on-screen graphics, does the trick.  Your route map, and any landmarks along the way, are shown in 3D on the 3.5in touch screen.  It's clever, but a little distracting.  Well designed, if basic, but ... http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/15/navman-s30-3d/ Ever wondered what happens to female Daleks when they retire?  They provide the voices for Garmin navigation units.  A pleasant enough budget model - apart from the annoying voice - even if the graphics on the 3.5in touch screen are a bit vivid.  Menus are mostly straightforward, though it did ... http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/15/garmin-nuvi-205/ The S90i's killer feature is NavPix: click on a photo from its 'album' of places of interest, and the GPS wil guide you there.  Also has a camera so you can take your own NavPix pictures, as well as Bluetooth to control your mobile - although it won't make calls.  ... http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/15/navman-s90i/ You could argue there's no need for a special satnav when your phone can do it for you, especially if you get a free phone upgrade when your contract expires.  At first, the Navigator seems cheap, but look closely and you'll see that it charges for voice guidance - though ... http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/15/nokia-6210-navigator/ If you're a gadget freak, you'll love this.  The voice control operates not just the navigation but also your Bluetooth mobile.  The programming isn't as slick as some, though, and it made the same mistake as its cheaper sibling when looking for Milton's house. Sleek, ultra-slim design High-sensitivity GPS receiver for improved ... http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/15/garmin-nuvi-860/ On the face of it the MAP680 has it all - 3D landmarks, traffic info, Bluetooth to control your phone, speed camera warnings, MP3 and movie player, and so on.  But it just isn't endearing to use.  Sure, it's easy enough to programme, with clear audible confirmation of buttons hit, ... http://satnavsystems.my-top-10.co.uk/2008/09/15/clarion-map680/