Garmin GPS
My gps is several years old now and I would like to get a new one. I would like a 7" screen with internal wifi for automatic map updates. I would also like one with visual and voice commands that stat...
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hotpepperkid wrote:Weldon wrote:
Use your phone for best directions.
That only works if you have phone service
This is completely incorrect. It's been debunked hundreds of times. Even if you don't download the maps ahead of time as recommended, you will still have perfect turn-by-turn directions unless you are without cellular service for hundreds of miles. The mapping service downloads your upcoming course as it becomes available and rarely (ever?) are you going to be without cellular service for extended periods of time.
No, you won't get live traffic updates if you are without cell service (phone service) but the point to point directions will still be perfect. GPS does not require ANY kind of cellular (phone) service.
