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Navigon 7100
Travelingon
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I didn't see this new GPS unit listed for discussion on this topic. Is anyone using and reviewing this GPS unit?
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Looking forward to your review on the Navigon 7100!
I also wanted to add that I don't expect a "new forum" devoted to the Navigon GPS units. I posted in the "other GPS Hardware" topic of discussions thinking that was the right spot to ask about any reviews on this newer GPS from Navigon. Navigon already has other GPS units as well. Since this is the newest from that company I thought there might be some new owners here on this forum doing some comparisons. Thanks, and I look forward to any comments posted here in this topic of subjects.
Pros:
1) Nice looking
2) good sound quality
3) reality view is nice
4) lifetime traffic is a good value
Cons:
1) Very tight amount of overhead on memory card. I am worried about software fixes fitting. I think some fixes are going to be needed very quickly.
2) long time to cold start and acquire
3) Text to speech is not working on most streets. I can't figure out the reason for this.
4) Battery life? Mine is poor for competing handheld gps (70 to 90 minutes).
5) The suggested routes are often poor compared to my old Tomtom
6) Interest points are hard to find.
Comparative:
Free traffic is a draw but traffic system used is nowhere near as timely or comprehensive as MSNBC traffic on many systems. Ran a test with a friend's 680 and its traffic system was much better than Navigon.
Strange routing is maddening but I think they can fix this and hope they do in next couple of months with software fixes.
Lots to like but a few big problems. They can be fixed with software, If they fix them soon I would recommend it. If not I would go with a proven company.