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Pioneer AVIC-S2

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  • GPS receiver: 8 channel
  • Destination: Automotive
  • Audible assistance: Navigation instructions
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Price: $312.99
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  • alaTest.com

    Editors' rating: 81

    Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 24 reviews of Pioneer AVIC-S2 from international magazines and websites. Experts rate this product 70/100 and users 69/100. Comparing these reviews to 140429 other GPS reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 81/100 = Very Good.

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  • gadgetguy.com.au

    Summary: You're spoiled for choice when it comes to GPS systems, and Pioneer needed a standout unit to even be worthy of consideration. To their merit, that's what they've produced. While the AVIC-S2 isn't without its faults, the key aspects of its operation ...

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  • goodgearguide.com.au

    Editors' rating: 70

    Summary: The AVIC-S2 is well equipped and despite a somewhat confusing map experience, it remains a recommended, if not outstanding purchase.

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CNET editors' buying advice

We have not reviewed this product but here is CNET's buying advice on Car GPS (Navigation). This content was chosen based on the features included with this model of car gps (navigation).

Car GPS with anti-glare

Select a GPS model with a good color screen that can be read in all lighting conditions. The larger the screen, the more expensive the unit will be, but even big screens can be difficult to read in direct sunlight. Also, check the viewing performance of the display to make sure you can read it from any angle.

Read more in the GPS Buying Guide

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Car GPS

In-car navigation isn't for everyone; the price alone will cause many people to forgo this technology in favor of the good old paper map. However, if you drive for a living, or like to visit different places on the spur of the moment, GPS can make the driving more enjoyable, leading you to major attractions or guiding you through quiet, scenic back roads. As a business tool, GPS can be a tremendous aid for field service or delivery personnel, or if you frequent different cities on business trips. As the technology advances and we start seeing more real-time traffic report capabilities, it will be easier to avoid the bumper-to-bumper grind.

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CNET product brief

Description: The Pioneer AVIC-S2 is an 8-channel, automotive global positioning device.Compared to other automotive GPS receivers on the market, it is midpriced at around $265.

Pros: Provides verbal navigation instructions.WAAS-ready GPS device accepts radio signals which can help increase accuracy of positioning data to within 3 meters.USB computer interface makes it possible to add new programs and maps as well as store previous trips and data.Store trip history and map databases on a standard SD memory card.Its removable memory allows for almost unlimited storage of routes and other data.System includes TeleAtlas United States and Canada.

Cons: None noted, given available product data.

Suitability: An automotive GPS receiver, suited for location monitoring and trip-tracking.Designed for use in land-based vehicles.Has an internal antenna which is desirable for activities where an external antenna would get in the way.This unit is lightweight, weighing in at 6.3 oz.

Value: In general, this GPS receiver has good features for the money.However, device is covered by a 1 year warranty.

CNET's Product Briefs are generated by a software tool that combines product specifications with knowledge of our editorial experts. They do not reflect hands-on assessment or labs testing. For more information about how we create Product Briefs, contact us.

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