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GizmosMom
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Jun 10, 2013

MS Streets and Trips 2013

I have MS S&T 2011.

Saw in today's paper that Staples has the 2013 version for $19.99.

Should I get it or wait another year? Anything new in this version other than updated maps?

(I already have the GPS thingy and I usually upgrade every 3-5 years)

Thanks.

18 Replies

  • Thanks.

    I think I will download the trial version and play around with it...but maybe not. I like the 2011 version.
  • kgarrett9999 wrote:
    I bought Trips and Streets 2013 several months ago, and don't like the look and feel of it. I still have 2010 loaded on my system and continue to use it instead.
    My thoughts exactly. New look is not always better, especially from Microsoft.
  • kgarrett9999 wrote:
    I bought Trips and Streets 2013 several months ago, and don't like the look and feel of it. I still have 2010 loaded on my system and continue to use it instead. Other than updated maps there isn't really anything in the newer version to make me want to use it.
    I use the POI Megafile extensively. The older versions of S&T won't work with the 2013 Megafile and the older versions of the Megafile are no longer updated.
  • I bought Trips and Streets 2013 several months ago, and don't like the look and feel of it. I still have 2010 loaded on my system and continue to use it instead. Other than updated maps there isn't really anything in the newer version to make me want to use it.
  • Trips ans Streets comes out early I got 2013 on 7/12/12, 2014 will be coming out this summer. I paid $43 back then direct from Microsoft.

    I like the program and get the newest one each year.
  • I upgraded to 2013.

    Go here to get a Push Pin Megafile for v 2013 that is jammed packed with useful push pin info.
  • Here's what's new in Streets and Trips 2013:

    Enjoy a sleek and clean new look in high contrast for easier viewing.
    Get updated maps of the U.S. and Canada.
    Includes 150,000 more miles of roads than Streets & Trips 2011.
    Create larger drive time zones for more flexibility in your planning.
    Explore 2.5 million points of interest (600,000 more than Streets & Trips 2011)
    Read customer reviews and ratings of businesses to find the best places to go.
    Turn all pushpin names on or off with a single click.
    See your current driving speed while in full Navigation Mode.1
    View your compass direction on the Navigation Pane.1
  • I am in the same boat, and have the same thoughts.
    I'll be watching this thread for updates, thanks for starting it!

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