Garmin Nuvi 1490T

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Garmin just introduced the new Garmin Nuvi 1490T. nüvi 1490T is a “premium” GPS navigation system with a 5″ touchscreen and a super slim body that is 25% thinner than previous nuvi’s.

1490T has multiple-point routing feature which calculates the most efficient route between multiple stops. Other subtle conveniences include automatic time zone transition and speed limit indicator for most major roads.

It comes with an integrated traffic receiver and provides lifetime traffic alerts without a subscription fee. Another new feature is the “ecoRoute™” that suggests “less fuel” as a route preference. This features also keeps track on your consumption by providing fuel report and mileage report.

Some other features and specs:

  • bluetooth
  • pedestrian navigation with optional CityXplorer maps ($10 – $14)
  • microSD card slot
  • up to 4 hours battery life
  • text-to-speech
  • lane assist
  • MSN Direct

It is going to cost $500 when it becomes available 3rd quarter of this year.

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    Missing from your synopsis is mention of Garmin’s new menu interface. No need to press “buttons” to advance thru the screens. Instead you “swipe” them, similar to the way your advance screens on an iPhone and the upcoming” NuviPhone”.


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