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Garmin StreetPilot c580 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with MSN Direct |
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Amazon Sales Rank: 266
Release Date: 2006-01-08
Publisher: Garmin
Type: Electronics
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The StreetPilot c580 GPS navigator with dynamic content from MSN Direct is simple to use. Connect your MSN Direct receiver to your StreetPilot c580 and receive real-time traffic, gas prices, movie listings and weather conditions and forecasts. Other features include a bright color display, easy touch screen interface, turn-by-turn voice guidance with text-to-speech, MP3 player and more. Included is Bluetooth wireless technology for hands-free calling when paired with compatible phones. The StreetPilot c580 comes preloaded with highly detailed City Navigator NT road maps for the entire United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. This map database features nearly six million points of interest, including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs and attractions. The map data is provided by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping. Built-in patch antenna, MCX-type connector for optional external GPS antenna connection Configurable vehicle icons - Allows users to select a fun, customized car-shaped icon Garmin Lock anti-theft feature - When enabled, users must input a PIN number to use the device Backup feature allows users to associate a security location, which will unlock the unit when within 50 meters of that location Features MP3 player - Loading MP3s is Drag & Drop easy with no special software required Import custom points of interest (POIs) such as restaurants and safety cameras from industry-standard CSV files Proximity alert feature warns of upcoming custom POIs such as safety cameras and school zones Built-in lithium ion battery, up to 8 hours of battery life Suction cup mounting system provides easy adjustment and quick release Unit dimensions - Width 4.4 x Height 3.2 x Depth 2.2 inch Unit Weight - 9 ounces
Average Rating: 
Review: 2008-11-24
Garmin Review
This is everything I expected it to be! Even though it is a discontinued model, Garmin updated the map database and the O/S. It was a great deal, and that, combined with a great company made it a great Amazon.com purchase.
UPDATE DECEMBER 1, 2008
The unit crapped out last Saturday. No screen, nothing. And my return period ended 12 days ago! Now I am stuck with a worthless paperweight!
Buyer beware!!
Review: 2008-11-24
Best bang for the buck; Feature loaded, low price
I ordered this before driving halfway across the country. This is a fantastic deal, I had my reservations buying it because it is a slightly older model & I prefer the look & size of the NUVI product line. Putting that aside, this model has all of the features I wanted (and a couple more) for an absolute bargain price. I love the gas price feature of MSN Direct, I was able to avoid the just-off-of-the-freeway high priced gas stations and find the best deals on fuel.
The POI is very good, and the text to speech works better than many other GPS units I have used. Overall, I am very happy with the purchase & would recommend it to anyone looking for real value.
The c580 did send me on a couple of wild-goose chases, I am not sure if the unit was at fault or the map program. One example was that it kept telling us to exit and enter the same freeway for several miles. Another example is that it took us on some tangents through residential streets when there was a straight road that it should have directed us to.
I have noticed that the MSN Direct when used where I live, the movie times it shows are for theaters 40+ miles away. Since I live in a metropolitan area of Los Angeles, this service seems lacking.
The touch screen on this unit works very well comapred to other units I have used, it is very easy to use and is very accurate.
Aside from some rare occasional glitches, I am still very happy with this unit and would buy it again & recommend it to anyone.
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Amazon List Price: $499.99
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