car navigation systems gps

Why do GPS navigation units built in to cars cost thousands extra, when you can buy a GPS navigation unit from circuit city or something that only costs a couple hundred? Is there a big difference in something I'm not seeing?

the hand held ones are actually much better with more features and better accuracy
people only buy the built in ones because they are BUILT-IN and most people don;t even bother to research
so in essence ignorance

2008-02-08 18:56:11 by LD

GPS solutions for your Car, Motorcycle, PDA and mobile phone - The smart choice in personal navigation. - www.tomtom.com

gps navigation car systems need a monthly subscription for service?

That's a statement not a question.

What do you want to know?

2008-12-23 00:38:55 by kuy4pn0y

Price: $199.99

Lifetime map and traffic updates
Over 8 million points of interest and see branded icons on the map as you navigate.
Lane assist with photoReal junction views.
Speed limit indicator - unit displays speed limits for most major roads.
Park position recall - find your car where you left it.

I have never seen that before. I believe there is nothing like that this moment but maybe in the future.

2007-09-02 13:19:19 by jolie

Price: $119.99

Digital map with browsing capability, 2-D and 3-D map perspective
Entertainment features including digital music player, picture viewer and more
3.5-inch color touch display GPS system with high-sensitivity GPS receiver for quick location fix
The familiar, easy-to-use For Dummies style, complete with icons, leads you through the GPS navigation software user interface and user's manual
Turn-by-turn visual guidance and voice directions

I am looking into buying a car navigation system (GPS) but am totally clueless as to what features to look for, as well as what brands/models/prices are "good". Any advice? Any reputable websites or stores that might also be able to help?

Panasonic

2006-07-20 09:43:15 by ANNA K

In-car GPs navigation system are helpful as it helps to identify exactly where you are and how to get to your point of destination. Question is, do you think it's necessary for motorists in a small country like Singapore to install a GPS navigation system in the car? How often do you think one will use it?

There are so many brands of in-car GPS navigation or tracking systems that have varied functions. Irrespective whether its on Singapore Island or Pulau Bukom, the main thing is to identify your needs. Such systems can be used for fleet management, etc. For personal cars, it can be used to track your vehicle in the event its stolen or "missing" somewhere in some shopping center multi storey car park after a late night binge. Its also a matter of cost. Some systems need telephone signals to be sent over a specified or desired time; some only when you need to locate the vehicle, etc. Check the market after identifying your needs and the cost.

2007-05-18 01:23:59 by sneaky