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January 2010
(75%)
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The editors liked
Google search and other Internet services
Two years of Internet services included
Easy to use
Accurate directions. Slick software design. Google-powered services are a boon. Solid traffic reporting. Useful elevation readings.
Purchase price includes two years of service
More connected services than TomTom Go 740 Live
The Garmin Nuvi 1690 features free (and ad-supported) access to Garmin's nuLink data service
Which provides traffic data
Fuel prices
Google Search for POIs
And a host of other features
Including Bluetooth hands-free calling help to keep the drive...
Lots of connected services
Purchase price includes two years of service.
The editors didn't like
Some owners complain of routing problems
Traffic
Lane assist only in certain cities
Popup ads
Bundled data subscription expires after two years. Displays ads. Still requires extra-cost map updates like any other GPS. Connected services not integrated with main POI database. On-board EDGE radio caused GSM buzz in our car stereo.
POI and Google Search could be better integrated
Pop-up ads on POI searches can be annoying
The move to microSD media renders all old Garmin SD cards obsolete. Touch screen exhibits weird flickering when the data connection is being accessed.
Abstract: The Nuvi 1690 offers a sturdy base, and the strong suction cup helped to keep the GPS device steady while driving. We also liked that the device was easy to connect and remove from the cradle. The Nuvi 1690’s speaker was..
The widescreen visibility and lane assist technology do help make the Garmin Nuvi 1690 a worthwhile purchase for anyone new to GPS navigators. Free data subscription to NuLink services will mean that even if they are seldom used, no additional charges ...
Abstract: Thumbs Up:Garmin Nuvi 1690 offers free, but ad-supported two-year access to Garmin NuLink data service that provides real-time Bluetooth hands-free calling, Google Search for POIs, fuel prices and traffic data.Thumbs Down:Touch screen display shows som...
Abstract: The Garmin Nuvi 1690 is a GPS that comes with basic navigational tools and a whole lot more. Frequent travelers will definitely enjoy and appreciate what it has to offer, although its price may be too high for some. The Nuvi 1690 has a suggested retail...
Abstract: If you do a lot of driving then it would be worth investing in. The fuel costs and traffic both work well and the battery life is very good for those times when you can't find your power lead. The gloss black and silver finish give the 1690 an air of ...
Abstract: The Garmin nuvi 1690, is the latest in the popular line of auto navigators by Garmin. Originally released in the fall of 2009, the 1690 is the first to offer real time two way data to a Garmin unit, using a cell phone type connection. It offers not o...
Lots of connected services; purchase price includes two years of service.
POI and Google Search could be better integrated; pop-up ads on POI searches can be annoying.
If you’re a fan of the Garmin navigation experience, the added NuLink connected services will only enhance the experience. The nüvi 1690 represents a very good effort from Garmin. See more like this: GPS, Mobile Mac Recommend? 0 YES 0 NO 0 Comm...
The Garmin Nuvi 1690 features free (and ad-supported) access to Garmin's nuLink data service, which provides traffic data, fuel prices, Google Search for POIs, and a host of other features, including Bluetooth hands-free calling help to keep the drive...
The move to microSD media renders all old Garmin SD cards obsolete. Touch screen exhibits weird flickering when the data connection is being accessed.
By itself, the Garmin Nuvi 1690 is merely a solidly performing GPS device, but it earns its keep through the free nuLink service, giving users easy access to up-to-the-minute data for safety, convenience, and entertainment. Read full review See all pri...
