GPS reviews – helping you find the right global positioning system
for you
Whether you are looking for an in-car solution or want the latest
gadget for your backpack, you’ll want to read a few gps reviews to
make sure you find the right device. Some gps reviews appear to
be more hype than even good fiction – so use a discerning eye to
sort the hard facts from the publicity material.
As a guide, good gps reviews include the following information.
These may be in the form of a tick list to compare different
manufacturers, and include opinions on performance as well:
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Intended use and any specific tailoring (avionics, marine, in-car
mapping, hand held locator, etc)
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Feature list (including compass, barometer, altimeter, waypoints,
speed of travel, distance and time to destination, fish finder,
waterproof, etc)
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Navigation ease of use including menuing system/number of clicks
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Screen size, colour/monochrome display and map resolution
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Power consumption (source and how long to fully discharge)
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Compatibility with mapping systems for the areas you require
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Peripheral connections (antenna, power, data, memory card and
phone connections)
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Transmission (time to warm-up, satellite usage/frequency of map
updates and data downloading)
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Map content (scale, roads, topographical key, etc)
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Results of a practical performance test
When evaluating gps reviews, there’s nothing like first hand
experience in the field to provide a large dose of reality.
Ensure you get a clear idea of 1. how easy the gps is to use, 2.
how easy it is to obtain software (maps, other information), and
3. how easy it is to connect – (including any special cables to
connect your gps to a PDA or PC). Your investigation will pay
big dividends on water or in the field/road/air - provided you’ve
developed realistic expectations before you buy.
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About The Author:
Alison Murray
is a successful author and publisher at
www.1st-at-camping-gear.com. Recommending
camping equipment, tents, backpacks, GPS, binoculars, sleeping
bags, hiking boots, camping stoves, containers, water purifiers,
compasses, topographical maps, pocket knives & hammocks
10-04-04
