eTrex Vista HCx now official – no Galileo
May 31, 2007 garmin, gps navigation
Garmin’s new addition to the eTrex series, the eTrex Vista HCx just got the official announcement from Garmin today. When we first announced the new eTrex series a few days ago we said they have support for the upcoming Galileo navigation satellite system built by EU but the Garmin does not mention such thing. We’ll just go ahead and blame our source.
Anyhow, the eTrex Vista HCx is still quite capable despite lack of support for Galileo. It has a color screen, barometric altimeter, and an electronic compass that can you show you where north is without making you run in a straight line. Vista HCx accepts microSD cards, which means you can insert your MapSource card (requires extra cash) with detailed street maps, and Vista HCx can provide turn-by-turn directions to your destination just like a car navigation system.
Another nice thing about Vista HCx is that it runs on AA batteries so you won’t have to worry about plugging after the first 25 hours – just take some batteries with you.
Suggested retail price for the eTrex Vista HCx is $320.
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May 31st, 2007 at 12:50 pm
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May 31st, 2007 at 4:53 pm
I suspect that the upgrade for Galileo capability that you mention IS there, but since the future of Galileo is in doubt, Garmin just isn’t going to say anything.
I checked the webpage after their announcement and the MSRP of “H” versions is the same as the comparable non-”H” version…
June 24th, 2007 at 11:29 am
H is the same price and the non-H, but it does not come with an SD Card, and battery lifre is significantly less (25 hours vs 32)