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Garmin Nuvi 610T - UK Mapping, Widescreen, Traffic, Bluetooth, | 
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| Brand: Garmin
Category: CE
Buy New: £124.99
New (7) Used (1) from £111.99
Rating:  12 reviews
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.9
Dimensions (in): 6.5 x 6.5 x 6.5
MPN: 010-00540-24
Model: 010-00540-24
UPC: 753759067298
EAN: 0753759067298
ASIN: B000MDY4C0
Release Date: April 9, 2007
Availability: Usually dispatched within 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | Pre-Loaded Maps Ready To Use Out Of Box | | • | LED backlight and Touch Screen ; Built in SIRF reciever ; Flip Up Antenna | | • | Turn By Turn Directions, and Traffic Alerts ; 4 - 8 Hours Battery life | | • | Audible and Visual navigation instructions | | • | 4.3 x 2.1, 320 x 240 bright TFT display ; SD Card Slot |
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| Customer Reviews:
 Super piece of kit April 4, 2007
Benchimus (England)
123 out of 125 found this review helpful
It may not seem a big deal, but the wide display makes the interface so much easier to use; compare this to the smaller screen available in the Garmin 3xx range of portable GPS.
With the supplied leather carry case, it's pocketable (about the same size as a PDA) and so easily removed from your car. The windscreen mount is fairly small and easy to attach; I haven't noticed any markings left on the windscreen when removing the mount or the smaller suction cups attached to the TMC wire (which is integrated with the cigarette lighter power cable). This is handy if you don't want thieves thinking you have a satnav left in your car.
It's very easy to get up and running with the 610, and like other Garmin GPS units, comes with the 'Garmin Lock' which is basically a 4-digit security PIN that you set yourself; you have to tap this in before you can continue using the device. It's a security feature which can help to deter thieves.
If you have a Bluetooth-enabled phone, you can pair it with the 610 for handsfree calling. I tried it to make a call (whilst stationary) and it works well, although I'm not sure how well it would work whilst moving. You can use voice dialling if this feature is present on your phone, and it's probably a good idea if you will be using your phone a lot whilst driving. To be honest, I think the handsfree feature is probably best for incoming calls.
Other features include an MP3 player and photo viewer (you can download tracks or images to the 610's internal memory, or insert an SD card). You can also purchase tourist guides and audiobooks via the Garmin website.
Like other similar personal GPS devices, you will need a PC and Internet connection to get the most out of it (especially for firmware and map software updates).
Definitely worth getting if you're looking for a sleek-looking satnav device loaded with maps of the UK and Ireland, and which has a variety of features.
Great value, great spec, does the job well! October 24, 2007
Mr. Gavin Page (Norfolk, UK)
63 out of 63 found this review helpful
I initially looked at the TOMTOM's and in fact purchased the NAVMAN S70 which I returned due to a software fault, and TOMTOM seemed to have a bad rep. for reliability (plus the bluetooth doesn't work with SONY ERICSSON phones).
The Garmin is great! First of all, it has a bluetooth memory, i.e. once paired to your phone... when you turn the garmin totally OFF, the next time it is turned on, it connects almost instantly (presuming the BT is on on your phone).
It picks up a signal 100 times quicker and stronger than the Navman, and for the same price, you get the free traffic alerts and about tripple the battery life. FYI - the mains chargers for the NAVMAN AND GARMIN seem to be exactly the same, it's just a USB style charger.
The included dash mount disc is excellent, not that the window mount really marks the windscreen anyway, it's just good to have options. It comes with a nice leather cover and is VERY easy to use. In around 10 minutes I stored all my favorite places no problem at all.
Highly recommended due to the great features, the reliable bluetooth, the great battery life, the traffic alerts and it just works - which is nice!
 Almost perfect (but not quite) October 18, 2007
R. L. Tompkins (UK)
38 out of 38 found this review helpful
Nice Screen and easy graphics. Near instant pick up of Satellites on start up and the traffic info addition is really neat
Windscreen mount small, easy to use and wel deisgned to cope with just about any rake of windscreen. Unit is slim so easy to carry in the pocket in supplied leather case
Worked straight out of the box and simple to download the software and connect to PC for updates
Bluetooth phone worked straight out of the box too. Its a unit that wont frustrate to get the best out of it
Only downside is the Speed Cam facility. Even the latest updates dont have 2 cameras near me (that have been there for several years) and the audible warning is quiet and visible warning wont be noticed when concentrating on your driving.
Overall an excellent SatNav unit but there are other companies that give better camera coverage. I'm going to try a third party provider and see if that resolves.
perfect January 5, 2007
Alessandro Sala (Norfolk)
37 out of 61 found this review helpful
All you may need when on the road. usefull the use in taxi mode(give you chances where you can to find the fastest path using taxi and bus lane)
Perfect the connection with my mobile (motorola razor v3x).
A perfect partner for a journey o for who works on the road
Easy to use but Garmin need to seriously work on the detail December 5, 2007
Mr. Sd Herbert (UK)
17 out of 20 found this review helpful
Brought this a few months ago and I'm fairly happy. It is the first Sat Nav I brought and went with a brand expecting to get the best of breed.
For the stuff it does well oyu can buy another for 100 less. The bits it does bad badly, well thats the bit that costs more.
So pro's
Easy to use, good features, has good detail on speed cameras (saved me a few times), never failed to find an address in the UK and blue tooth is easy to use. Web update software is easy as well, Good information on local petrol stations. this is essential.
Con's and areas for improvement
Battery life is short, TMC traffic update is next to useless unless your already in a built up area and been travelling for 30 mins. The delay is also late or has cleared up by the time you get it so the estimated delay is mostly incorrect as well. I recommend you always have the traffic on via your car radio. The fastest route is almost always 100% wrong, fine for the last 5 miles but get a route map off web for the long bit of the journey. It thinks the shortest shortest distance is quickest.. err not on our A and B roads Garmin !! Finally when unit is plugged in on charge, then it would be good to dim the screen. It is too bright to drive on the dash at night and dangerously distracting.
I really don't see the point in an MP3 player either. The speaker is poor so I would use my car radio or IPOD. Also on the food and shop finder its a shame they restrict the options to those who pay Garmin. I don't live off Mac donalds and chinese restaurants.. Would be better if this feature was there for the user not the Garmin sponsors.
If I were to buy again I would take a serious look at the cheaper models. These devices are still incredibly over priced for the technology they use and Garmin is no exception. Consider whats important to you.
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