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(Sep 30, 2008)
Kevin Massy
Associate Editor
While portable GPS navigation devices are more popular, there are many benefits to installing an aftermarket navigational system in your car. In-dash systems often get better GPS reception, give clearer route guidance, and have more memory than handheld units. Some high-end systems, such as the AVIC-Z1 and the Panasonic Strada CN-NVD905U, have built-in hard drives for lightning-quick calculation times. Here's a roundup of the best in-dash GPS systems that we've seen to date.
Panasonic Strada CN-NVD905U
The Panasonic Strada CN-NVD905U is a stylish, user-friendly entrant to the in-dash navigation market. It delivers decent GPS navigation and media playback, but doesn't raise the bar in either department.
Price: $836.99 - $949.00 (check prices)
Review date: May 21, 2007
Very good
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Pioneer AVIC Z-1
The Pioneer AVIC Z-1 is an impressive all-in-one aftermarket head unit incorporating most of today's in-car technology features. Despite a few usability glitches, it is a competitively priced car tech package.
Price: $999.95 (check prices)
Review date: Aug 11, 2006
Excellent
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Eclipse AVN5510
The Eclipse AVN5510 is a good all-in-one in-car product. Its broad range of audio and video customization features and its superb navigation interface make a very attractive proposition for those who can live without real-time traffic.
Price: Sorry, pricing not available
Review date: May 16, 2007
Excellent
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Kenwood DNX7100
With a built-in navigation system and a decent range of media playback options, the Kenwood DNX7100 cannot be faulted for its breadth of features, but the system is let down by its counterintuitive media-selection interface.
Price: Sorry, pricing not available
Review date: Jul 24, 2007
Good
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JVC KD-NX5000
Aside from some usability niggles resulting from its compact size, the JVC KD-NX5000 offers about as many car tech features per square foot as you can get.
Price: $674.99 - $1,099.95 (check prices)
Review date: Feb 2, 2007
Outstanding
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Eclipse AVN2210p
The innovative Eclipse AVN2210p has many attractive features, including an intuitive navigation system, a great Bluetooth calling interface, and USB connectivity for digital audio. While it has a few usability drawbacks, the system is tough to beat for its price.
Price: $399.99 (check prices)
Review date: May 31, 2007
Excellent
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