Posted to GPS 2009-07-25
If you are looking for a GPS unit that can pretty much do everything for you but drive the car, then you may want to check out the Garmin nuvi 770. Whether you are taking a trip to grandma's house, or you are traveling across the country, the Garmin nuvi 770 offers you a wealth of features that can get you there and back safely. Equipped with a 4.3" wide screen WQVGA color touch screen, the nuvi 770 is the perfect companion for the person who doesn't like to let the grass grow under their feet while finding all the new, exotic locales that exist in their area. The nuvi 770 measures 4.8" x 3.0" x 0.8" and weighing only 6.2 ounces this GPS packs a lot of functionality into a handy, go anywhere package. It also comes pre-loaded with City Navigator NT street maps, millions of points of interest and with the ability to accept custom points of interest; you can experience new and exciting destinations without the fear of getting lost along the way.
FeaturesIf you have ever found yourself in unfamiliar territory and in need of the closest gas station or hospital, the nuvi 770 can help you find your way with its handy "Where am I?" feature. It can help you find valuable points of interest when you are in unfamiliar territory as well as help you find your way back to where your car is parked with the assistance of longitude and latitude coordinates. When you take the unit out of its mount its small size allows you to navigate your way on foot, making it particularly handy for large unfamiliar areas such as amusement parks, stadiums or even shopping malls. The nuvi 770 also comes in handy for those who travel to specific locations on a consistent basis. Whether you have a specific destination that you always travel to for family vacations, or you want a family friendly place to eat on the way to grandma's house, the nuvi 770 can help you get there. With the ability to pre-program the GPS with 10 routes complete with points of interest, you can find your way to your most popular destinations with just the push of a button. The unit can even display speed limits for highways and interstates so you don't have to worry about getting a ticket if you are in an unfamiliar area. A unique feature is the breadcrumb trail of up to 10,000 points so you can quickly and easily see all the places you have been on the map with just a click. Another unique feature of the nuvi 770 is its integrated FM TMC traffic receiver. This feature gives the unit the ability to receive alerts about traffic delays or road construction that may lie ahead. It also gives you the option to view traffic details or opt for a detour so you can get on with your trip without getting stuck in traffic. The nuvi 770 is also equipped with Bluetooth allowing it to easily integrate with your Bluetooth compatible cell phone. This feature makes using your cell phone much safer and easier because you can utilize the nuvi 770's touch screen to dial numbers and even answer calls. The nuvi 770 also includes handy one touch dialing for contacts and points of interest. The best feature of the nuvi 770 is the features that it offers beyond navigation. This unit comes complete with a MP3 player, audio book player, JPEG viewer, currency converter and other useful applications. With the assistance of the nuvi 770's FM transmitter you can hear audio, voice prompts, MP3's, and audio books through your cars stereo. It is also compatible with MSN Direct content and the Garmin Garage so you can download custom vehicles to give your GPS its own unique flair. There is also the GarminLock feature that allows you to lock your GPS unit so it is unusable if it happens to get stolen. PerformanceThe nuvi 770 performs quite well for a GPS in this range. Unlike other models the nuvi 770 will actually announce the name of the road you need to turn onto, making getting to your destination with limited stress much easier than with some other models that just tell you to turn right in 300ft. SummaryIn conclusion, the Garmin nuvi 770 packs a lot of features into a small package, making it the perfect companion for the person who just has to have it all. With millions of points of interest and the "Where am I?" feature, this unit can help you get where you need to go with minimal stress. If you are looking for a GPS device that can help you enjoy the journey to your chosen destination, than the Garmin nuvi 770 may be the one for you. Pros
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