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March 12, 2007

Garmin nüvi 660

Garmin, already a popular brand in the GPS market, should win a few more fans with its 660. Combining an impressive 4.3in touchscreen display with Bluetooth hands-free calling, portable entertainment and a full set of features, this is satnav heaven. If only it didn't rip holes through your pockets with its hefty price tag.

The highly programmable 660's navigation is virtually flawless. It uses postcode navigation, spoken street names, automatic rerouting and custom points of interest to direct you without hesitation along the fastest possible route. Garmin has addressed all types of user, offering modes for cars and motorcycles, pedestrians, bikes, trucks, buses and even taxis. The only fault we can find is the absence of any multistop route planning.

Navteq maps providing full European coverage are preloaded, leaving the SD card slot free for photos, MP3s and audiobooks. Although the audio is a bit tinny, we appreciated the MP3 player's intuitive interface and the fact that it mutes the sound when instructions are being dispensed. The currency converter, world clock and foreign phrase book will all prove useful additions when travelling abroad.

The 660 uses a cute icon of your choice to indicate your position on the road. This is a handy antidote to the confusions inflicted by the HP (reviewed here). While it doesn't use its Bluetooth connection for internet browsing, law-abiders will appreciate its use of the technology to make mobile calls without touching their handset. And it matches the HP's password protection with its secure Garmin Lock.

Aesthetically speaking, the Garmin is a winner. In order to fit in the extra screen width, the device doesn't have any buttons on its casing. And while you must rely on a touchscreen, those with larger fingers will benefit from the larger menu icons that a widescreen display allows.

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Garmin n�vi 660 scored:
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The 2 most helpful reviews based on 6 reviews:

03 Jul 2007 Des, London

10

Good Points

Everything except for below

Bad Points

Instructions, etc could be much better. No explnation on basis of calculations, etc. Only weak aspect of a brilliant product.

04 Nov 2007 Phil, Twickenham

9

Good Points

Compact, but widescreen. Clear interface. Good feature bundle.

Bad Points

None so far

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