The Garmin Nuvi 1690 with Bluetooth is truly a breakthrough for Garmin. This slick GPS communicates wirelessly using cell phone technologies (GSM/GPRS/EDGE) so you are always online to the new Garmin nüLink!(TM) Services. A two year subscription for this service is included in the purchase price.
nüLink!(TM) connects you to:
o Google(TM) Local Search to find what, when, where
o Real Time Traffic to keep you away from traffic jams
o Current Gas Prices so you can find the best prices and save money
o Weather gives you the local weather and the five day forecast
o Movie Times so you can easily catch a flick
o Local Events of interest
o Flight Status for catching your flight or for picking someone up
o White Pages so you don't have to pay those information assistance fees
o Other Information
Add this new online service to the reliable GPS features that you have come to expect from Garmin and you have one outstanding GPS.
Physical Specifications:
o Dimensions - 4.9"W x 3.1"H x .75"D (12.5 x 7.9 x 1.9 cm)
o Display - 4.3 inch diagonal / 480 X 272 pixel display with backlighting, brilliant color, sunlight readable
o Lightweight - 174.7 grams
o battery - rechargeable lithium-ion with up to four hour battery life
o High-Sensitivity Receiver
o Not waterproof
Maps and Navigation
Nearly 6 million points of interest with detailed road coverage for the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico are included. City Navigator North America NT gives you all the data to navigate North America.
o Displays nearly 6 million points of interest--hotels, restaurants, parking, entertainment, fuel, shopping and more.
o Includes highways, interstates, business and residential roads in metropolitan and rural areas.
o Includes detailed information such as turn restrictions, roundabout guidance, speed categories and other navigation features.
o Gives turn-by-turn directions. Speaks street names.
o Includes postal code support for Canada.
o Map data provided by NAVTEQ, a world leader in premium-quality mapping.
Also, Garmin's public transit mode allows you to navigate using buses, tramway, metro, and suburban rail systems. The Nuvi 1690's slim design fits comfortably in your pocket or purse. Just charge up the rechargeable battery and strike out on foot.
Touchscreen Interface
Garmin continually enhances the simplicity of using its GPS. The Nuvi 1690 on-screen menus are logically arranged, with clearly labeled, colorful icons, making it easy to enter data and get to the information you need quickly. The device's enhanced user interface features improved graphics and a slide control for menu operation.
Additional Features
o Speed limit indicator--unit displays speed limits for most major roads
o DEM maps show you shaded terrain contours at zoom levels of five miles and above
o Auto time zone--Nuvi will automatically adjust your time zone while navigating
o Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more
o Built-in travel kit includes features such as picture viewer, world clock, currency and measurement converters and calculator
o microSD memory card expansion slot for optional mapping and data storage
o Includes Garmin Lock anti-theft feature
o Configurable vehicle icons--allows users to select fun, customized car-shaped icons; download additional choices from www.garmingarage.com
o Offers a 3-D mapping perspective, or 2-D overhead view
o Includes sturdy suction cup mount that allows for easy adjustment and quick release
o Simplified PC connectivity, using USB mass storage, access either the microSD card slot or the unit's internal memory directly from your PC desktop
o POI loader program--set up proximity alerts for school zones, create custom POIs and more
o ecoRoute suggestions for fuel-efficient navigation
o Lane assist with junction view
What's Included
o Nuvi 1690
o Free 2-year data subscription to Garmin nüLink!(TM) Services in the U.S.
o Preloaded City Navigator® NT North America (full coverage)
o Vehicle suction cup mount
o Vehicle power cable
o USB cable
o Dashboard disc
o Quick start manual
For more information about the Garmin Nuvi 1690, read the resource information at the end of this article.
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