TomTom Car Sat Nav Start 52, 5 Inch with EU Maps, Speed Cam Alert Trial, Integrated Reversible Mount, Black

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The biggest time-saving feature is live traffic updates, which you will even find on some affordable satnavs these days. All satnavs receive signals from GPS satellites, from which they can calculate where you are and in which direction you’re moving. What’s more, the two leading manufacturers – Garmin and TomTom – have now had years to hone their map displays and voice guidance, with clear, timely directions that take you through what you need to do and when. Suzanne loves reviewing, playing with and owning all-things tech, especially if it pertains to hardware or video games. Topping off this impressive package, a highly responsive touchscreen provides 4x faster swiping and route calculations.

If you are looking for something that’s more slender and, well, looks like your phone, you will be disappointed. It’s equipped with the latest and greatest TomTom technology, so you can look forward to where you’re going.

They’ve been making maps dedicated to driving for over 25 years – and now you can update them 3x faster wirelessly and at no extra cost. Satnav manufacturers aren’t blind to the ubiquity of smartphones, and now pitch their satnavs as devices that work with your smartphone, to give you not just navigation but a range of smart features designed for in-car use. as real users, posing a threat to a site’s security, so the site sometimes runs random security checks. All in all, though, this is a cracking satnav, and one of the nippiest and most responsive we’ve ever used.

However, the spoken and visual guidance is excellent, making good use of street names and landmarks. It also offers you free traffic alerts if you pair your smartphone to the device via the TomTom MyDrive mobile app. Move up to the Essential for a better all-round experience, with voice control and a better touchscreen, but this wallet-friendly option won’t let you down.It takes voice commands as well, but in practice these are more reliable with places you’ve already visited than new addresses. The table consists of the serial number prefix and the model number to help you identify your device. Using your phone’s data, it will provide real-time updates to your sat nav - whether this is traffic information, road changes or speed camera positioning, it gets this information from your phone. These models will compliment your camper or caravan wherever you go, jam packed with premium Camper features.

Easy to setup, with clear menus and guidance, if you fancy upgrading from Google Maps on your phone, then you’ve come to the right place.They use this data within its maps to plan a route to your destination and track your progress along it, providing directions for when and where you need to turn, change lanes or take a roundabout exit. Well, depending on where you have it mounted, the 8in DriveSmart 86 can obscure a sizable portion of your windscreen, and you might wonder whether there’s really any benefit to all that screen. This model makes use of 3D maps and landmarks, which portrays the approximate height and build of the landmarks surrounding your route.

There is also a TomTom Via 62 option which is unsurprisingly 6 inches in size and offers exactly the same functionality. The TomTom GO EXPERT has real-time alerts for restrictions that might impact your vehicle, a HD high resolution screen and smart ways around traffic and routes tailored to your large vehicle. It’s reversible so if you are one of those that don’t want to stick something to their window screen, you can flip reverse and it will mount to a dash.Download free and use MyDrive Connect to manage your content and services, getting the latest maps and software updates along with reminders to renew your services. Some Garmin satnavs also offer street views as you approach your destination so you don’t miss the building or a final turning.