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4.0 stars
"Great GPS but no external volume controls"
Pros: Compact, portable, nice display, accurate maps, announces street names
Cons: No external volume or display controls, bluetooth connectivity a challenge, battery life could be longer
Summary: I used a GPS for the first time this summer when my daughter and I were visiting colleges down South. We rented the Garmin Street Pilot and without it, probably wouldn't have made it to most of our appointments on time. I also rented the Street Pilot on a recent trip to CA. After that, I decided I had to have a GPS and have been researching several Garmin models ever since.
I was thrilled when my family got me the Nuvi 360 for Christmas! It's everything I wanted and more! I love that it announces the street names rather than saying turn left or right (like the one I had in CA). It is compact, easy to connect and disconnect from the mount, and the display is bright. The maps are accurate, and although it does take "the long way around" on occasion, it gets the job done. I haven't decided whether the "faster" or "shorter" trip setting is best.
I had some challenges trying to setup the Bluetooth with my Blackberry 8830. The Nuvi keeps disconnecting from the phone and I have had to delete the device setups on both the GPS and phone several times. There doesn't seem to be much about this problem online; however, I did find a recommendation that you connect to the GPS from your phone. I tried that and it seems better, although it stills disconnects for no apparent reason.
I specifically wanted Bluetooth capability as I will be getting hearing aids and will no longer be able to use a headset. I keep keep the volume at maximum; however, when I use the Bluetooth hands free, there seems to be some feedback for the person on the other end. Due to the lack of external volume controls, I find it difficult to use the menu to adjust the volume, not to mention it is not safe while driving.
Overall, I'm very happy with the Nuvi and feel that Garmin puts out a superior product. If I were buying one for myself, I would probably lean towards the Street Pilot. I think I would trade in the smaller unit for a larger one with external volume controls. However, it all comes down to personal preference and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the Nuvi 360. Oh yeah, the battery could last a little longer too!
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