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The GPS V boasts 25 hours of battery life from four AA batteries (not included), and it did not disappoint, as we got close to 27 hours before running out of juice. In addition to a 12-volt adapter for vehicle use and a serial PC cable, the GPS V comes with a cool, multiple-angle mounting bracket that can be affixed to the dashboard of any car or boat.
Despite Garmin's insistence on charging for additional maps and the device's inability to add more memory for additional map storage, the GPS V is well worth the money ($535) for an all-around driving and outdoor navigation companion.


Garmin GPS V:
