Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Garmin Nuvi 750 Review

Garmin Nuvi 750

The Garmin Nuvi 750 is a solid gps system that was one of the first machines to feature very good features, multi-destination routing and, “Where am I? As will all the Nuvi series line, the 750 features a high sensitivity receiver, MP3 player and photo viewer, and an FM transmitter that will play voice prompts, MP3s, audio books, and more, directly through your vehicle’s stereo system. With nĂ¼vi 750’s widescreen display, you’ll always get the big picture. View map detail, driving directions, photos and more in bright, brilliant color. Its sunlight-readable, 4.3-inch display is easy to read from any direction.

What you get - what’s in the box
  • Garmin Nuvi 750
  • Preloaded City Navigator NT for North America or Europe (full coverage)
  • Adhesive disc for dash mounting
  • Vehicle suction cup mount
  • Vehicle power cable
  • USB cable
  • Dashboard disc
  • Quick start manual
Pro’s:
  • Sleek and easy to carry
  • Bright clear screen
  • SD Expansion slot for MP3’s
  • Switches to night mode colors automatically
  • Software allows you to add your own POI’s (Points of interest)
  • Very easy to use
  • Solid mount
  • Text to speech - The system will tell you to “take right on Main St.”
  • Multi-destination routing
  • “Where am I?” Helps you figure out where you are
Cons:
  • Weak FM Transmitter
  • No MSN Direct
  • Sometimes takes a while to acquire satellite signals
  • Price - Might be a little expensive for some people
Bottom Line:
This is a great gps system and one of the best on the market today. It is very easy to use and a has very few flaws. The “where am I ” feature is very handy for many users and slick design making this a solid performer. We would recommend this machine to anyone interested in getting a new gps system.