Reviews of the Garmin Nuvi 500
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CNET Review
The Good: The Garmin Nuvi 500 is a multiuse GPS that can be used in the car, on foot, on a bike or a boat. It comes loaded with topographic maps and features a waterproof casing.
The Bad: The Nuvi 500 lacks text-to-speech functionality. Satellite acquisition time was a bit slow. A USB cable is not included in the box, and marine maps are extra.
The Bottom Line: The Garmin Nuvi 500 is a satisfactory multimode GPS, but serious boaters and outdoor enthusiasts should consider dedicated devices.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: Experts rate this product 62/100 and users 70/100. Comparing these reviews to 140775 other GPS reviews gives this product an overall alaScore™ 86/100 = Very Good.
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pcmag.com
Review Summary: The Garmin nüvi 500 is good crossover choice for those who don't want or can't afford separate dedicated automotive and outdoor enthusiast GPS devices.
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No Rating
gpsreview.net
Review Summary: While we certainly didn't need to add to the already huge lineup in the Garmin Nuvi line, Garmin has introduced a new member- the Nuvi 500. Still, the Garmin Nuvi 500 does fill a huge void in the GPS market providing both auto navigation as well as ...
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No Rating
mobilemag.com
Review Summary: When it comes to most portable GPS navigation devices, you find one of two families. On the one hand, you've got the GPS units that are designed for use in the woods and off the beaten path, operating mostly on longitude and latitude. On the other ...
Manufacturer: Garmin
Part number: 010-00700-10
General
- Width 4.2 in
- Depth 0.9 in
- Height 3.3 in
- Weight 7.6 oz
GPS System
- Recommended Use Automotive
- Connectivity USB
- GPS Functions / Services Automatic route navigation
- Voice Navigation instructions
- Antenna Built-in
- Features Clock, Calculator, Custom POIs, Garmin Lock, Photo viewer, Built-in speaker, 2D / 3D map perspective
- Supported Memory Cards microSD
- Maps Included Hawaii, Puerto Rico, 48 United States
- Software Included MapSource City Navigator North America NT
Navigation
- Waypoints 1000
- Navigation routes 10
- Trip computer Trip distance, Avoid highways
Built-in Display
- Type TFT
- Resolution 320 x 240
- Diagonal Size 3.5 in
- Display Illumination Yes
- Color Support Color
- Features Anti-glare, Touch screen
Battery
- Battery Enclosure Type Internal
- Battery included qty 1
- Battery technology Lithium ion
- Mfr estimated battery life 8 hour(s)
Miscellaneous
- GPS design features Picture viewer, Clock, Unit converter, Calculator, Touchscreen
- Included GPS accessories Power cable, Vehicle mount
- Waterproof Yes
- Waterproof standard IPX7
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