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Pharos Science (PT200) Car GPS Receiver
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good itemReview created: 04/10/08
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moekyawwin ( 6 )
I purchased this system (to be used with my IPAQ 1945 bluetooth PDA) so I would not get lost on business trips.
I've used it probably a dozen times or more and find it really is VERY accurate (though the routes it suggests might not always be the best...MAPQUEST does it better). The mounting for the PDA is challenging to use, but once set-up works fine.
The bluetooth feature is what sold me on this. The mapping software is fairly simple to use, but it does require a fast processor in the PDA to be most useful. Also, make sure you copy the maps over to the internal memory (rather than a memory card - it crashes/locks too frequently otherwise).
A nice device to have if you travel a lot to unknown locations.
I've used it probably a dozen times or more and find it really is VERY accurate (though the routes it suggests might not always be the best...MAPQUEST does it better). The mounting for the PDA is challenging to use, but once set-up works fine.
The bluetooth feature is what sold me on this. The mapping software is fairly simple to use, but it does require a fast processor in the PDA to be most useful. Also, make sure you copy the maps over to the internal memory (rather than a memory card - it crashes/locks too frequently otherwise).
A nice device to have if you travel a lot to unknown locations.
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Interesting toy but has limitationsReview created: 11/24/03
by: corchard -- a member of Epinions
Pros:
-Comprehensive maps.<BR/>-Comes with a car mount and a charging system
-Comprehensive maps.<BR/>-Comes with a car mount and a charging system
Cons:
-GPS Unit distracting<BR/>-voice directions - poor quality.<BR/>-Poor Installation instructions.<BR/>-cannot store remote waypoints.
-GPS Unit distracting<BR/>-voice directions - poor quality.<BR/>-Poor Installation instructions.<BR/>-cannot store remote waypoints.
I bought this unit because it was sold in a local store and I wanted to ensure it had effective Canada maps for my area before I committed my $500 Canadian. I am running it with an iPaq h5550 that has a built-in bluetooth. Pros: -Comprehensive maps, was not missing many streets in my remote area, and though those missing may add to your travel time, you will still get to where you are going. -Directions were well planned** it got me everywhere I wanted to go, and wasn't rude when I went the wrong way. -Comes with a car mount for your PDA and a charging system that accomodates your PDA (at...
Review ID: 10000000000682520
Fair hardware, catastrophic software ...Review created: 10/19/04
by: makeit_quick -- a member of Epinions
Pros:
lightweight, looks nice
lightweight, looks nice
Cons:
BAD BUNDLED SOFTWARE !!!
BAD BUNDLED SOFTWARE !!!
I am using Pharos Bluetooth GPS for almost a year * Hardware: During my year period I had to send the unit to fix (the hardware is it not much of a shock proof). Pharos fixed it with no questions asked and paid for the return shipping. While driving at night you may find the light in the front of the unit a little bit distracting - you can turn the illuminating side towards the front glass (I admit this is not elegant). I had no problems with the reliability of the hardware, it is fairly good. * Software ONE OF THE WORST I HAVE SEEN !!! Pharos will let you download software updates, but still.
Review ID: 10000000000682521
Fun and usefulReview created: 09/21/04
by: krnkw -- a member of Epinions
Pros:
Blue-tooth GPS, long battery life
Blue-tooth GPS, long battery life
Cons:
Routes are not the best, sometimes locks up
Routes are not the best, sometimes locks up
I purchased this system (to be used with my IPAQ 1945 bluetooth PDA) so I would not get lost on business trips. I've used it probably a dozen times or more and find it really is VERY accurate (though the routes it suggests might not always be the best...MAPQUEST does it better). The mounting for the PDA is challenging to use, but once set-up works fine. The bluetooth feature is what sold me on this. The mapping software is fairly simple to use, but it does require a fast processor in the PDA to be most useful. Also, make sure you copy the maps over to the internal memory (rather than a memory.
Review ID: 10000000000682522
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