The GPS/Maps Discussion Thread (Dedicated Satnav, Smartphones, Tablets, etc)

manupriyam · 7th February 2010, 04:19

Folks, I am moving to Bangalore from London and have a Tom Tom XL. I am planning to sell it here unless you guys suggest that I can load MMI maps and make it work in India too. Please let me know.

blue_pulsar · 7th February 2010, 05:01

Guys, I bought a Garmin 265T last week from Amazon for $126. Its really VFM for that price, considering that it has bluetooth.

Just an opinion on the trend of GPS buying here, it would be better that you buy the 3.5 inch once since, it uncovers more of the glass area. I'm kinda used to my friend's 205.

ampere · 7th February 2010, 08:11

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Originally Posted by blue_pulsar

Guys, I bought a Garmin 265T last week from Amazon for $126. Its really VFM for that price, considering that it has bluetooth.

Just an opinion on the trend of GPS buying here, it would be better that you buy the 3.5 inch once since, it uncovers more of the glass area. I'm kinda used to my friend's 205.

I did not understand your comment (highlighted). I have the 205W which is also real VFM. PLUS its price dipped to 90$ in Amazon in Dec end, when some of friends got it.

khan_sultan · 7th February 2010, 08:59

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Originally Posted by sammyboy

Thanks Jassi, just saw 265W. That one coming to be about 11K and seems to have excellent reviews......
Gift price for 265W is INR 10811 which seems pretty good as well.

What do u say ? 260 or 265?

265 comes with bluetooth, which is missing in the 260.

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Originally Posted by sammyboy

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Based on the reviews, I like the 265W.

There is the 285WT also which seems to have the exact same features as 265W and is cheaper on the same site.

Now, on Gramins website, 285WT is listed as discontinued..

Garmin nüvi 285W/285WT 4.3-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with Traffic < GPS & Navigation < Car Electronics < Electronics : Electronics - Shop in the US from India @ 20North

Can anyone here confirm about this 285WT model as being same/ok in terms of capabilities (from an Indian perspective)? Looking at discussions here, even I am tempted to buy one

Sha · 7th February 2010, 09:23

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Originally Posted by khan_sultan

Can anyone here confirm about this 285WT model as being same/ok in terms of capabilities (from an Indian perspective)? Looking at discussions here, even I am tempted to buy one

Garmin Nuvi 760 is also good. I use in australia its good but with aussie map

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There are specific GPS device for offroading also but too costly I have seen those device.

ruchirtnt · 7th February 2010, 10:50

How about the newly launched ZX150 of mmi, it is 5" inch model with fm transmitter and video play as well, whats say technos

ruchirtnt · 7th February 2010, 12:22

But amazon do not operate in india, i tried purchasing but they denied.

viper_711 · 7th February 2010, 12:40

I had ordered a Garmin 265WT from the US last month and just got my MMI SD card today. I will start using the device from tomorrow and will update about my user experience periodically.

bnzjon · 7th February 2010, 12:48

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Originally Posted by viper_711

I had ordered a Garmin 265WT from the US last month and just got my MMI SD card today. I will start using the device from tomorrow and will update about my user experience periodically.

Friend, how much did you pay for the MMI SD card ?

NetfreakBombay · 7th February 2010, 16:50

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Originally Posted by sammyboy

How do you rate the 265W in comparison to 260? Worth the 2K difference?
What do u say ? 260 or 265?

Yes 265WT is worth extra cost. It has two important features.

Predictive calculations for satellite location (Ephemeris data). Basically it would be faster in locating current position.
Bluetooth

You can not select "Gift" option if cost is more than 10000. Gist are free from Customs duty only if value is less than 6000.

genesis · 7th February 2010, 16:52

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Originally Posted by khan_sultan

There is the 285WT also which seems to have the exact same features as 265W and is cheaper on the same site.

Now, on Gramins website, 285WT is listed as discontinued..

Can anyone here confirm about this 285WT model as being same/ok in terms of capabilities (from an Indian perspective)? Looking at discussions here, even I am tempted to buy one

Here is some clarification on terms.
The W at the end of Garmin models means that it is a WideScreen version of 4.3 inches...which is a newer one from the old 3.5 inches. So you are fine.

The T means it has traffic functionality, which is valid only in SOME areas of the US, where it warns you of heavy traffic by picking up some radio. Absolutely not needed and will not work in India.

Other than that there is the bluetooth functionality which you can use for hands free communication if that rocks your boat.

So the 285WT is more than enough for needs in India.

Hope that helps!

sammyboy · 7th February 2010, 16:55

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Originally Posted by khan_sultan

There is the 285WT also which seems to have the exact same features as 265W and is cheaper on the same site.

Looking at discussions here, even I am tempted to buy one

Lol , Khan bhai I dont think I will ever be able to buy one at this rate. I planned for a 260, Jassi recommended the 265 which is better and now you bring up the 285

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Originally Posted by NetfreakBombay

Yes 265WT is worth extra cost. It has two important features.

Predictive calculations for satellite location (Ephemeris data). Basically it would be faster in locating current position.
Bluetooth

You can not select "Gift" option if cost is more than 10000. Gist are free from Customs duty only if value is less than 6000.

@Netfreak -- thanks for the clarification bro. So the gift thing is useless for me then.
Anyways, I guess I will be deferring my decision to June as someone is coming from the US for a few days. Will get the device delivered to them and ask them to get it for me.

NetfreakBombay · 7th February 2010, 17:03

^^^ That is the most painless way of getting it.

jassi · 7th February 2010, 17:24

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Originally Posted by sammyboy

Lol , Khan bhai I dont think I will ever be able to buy one at this rate. I planned for a 260, Jassi recommended the 265 which is better and now you bring up the 285

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afaik 265wt is the latest - as mentioned above you don't need the T functionality - so just get the 265w. 285wt seems to be an older model which is now end of sale. Anything else is a waste as you won't be needing the add-on services https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=134

All this can change by June :-D

viper_711 · 7th February 2010, 23:46

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Originally Posted by bnzjon

Friend, how much did you pay for the MMI SD card ?

7K as per their website pricing. Delivery was prompt - I received in 2 days!

7th February 2010, 04:19	#511
manupriyam BHPian Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Mumbai Posts: 34 Thanked: Once	Will TomTom work? Folks, I am moving to Bangalore from London and have a Tom Tom XL. I am planning to sell it here unless you guys suggest that I can load MMI maps and make it work in India too. Please let me know.
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blue_pulsar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,113 Thanked: 408 Times	Guys, I bought a Garmin 265T last week from Amazon for $126. Its really VFM for that price, considering that it has bluetooth. Just an opinion on the trend of GPS buying here, it would be better that you buy the 3.5 inch once since, it uncovers more of the glass area. I'm kinda used to my friend's 205.
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ruchirtnt Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 1,066 Thanked: 132 Times View My Garage	How about the newly launched ZX150 of mmi, it is 5" inch model with fm transmitter and video play as well, whats say technos
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ruchirtnt Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 1,066 Thanked: 132 Times View My Garage	But amazon do not operate in india, i tried purchasing but they denied.
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viper_711 BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bangalore Posts: 366 Thanked: 93 Times View My Garage	I had ordered a Garmin 265WT from the US last month and just got my MMI SD card today. I will start using the device from tomorrow and will update about my user experience periodically.
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NetfreakBombay Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Bombay Posts: 1,481 Thanked: 1,130 Times	^^^ That is the most painless way of getting it.
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