Comments on: Hybrid Crossover GPS Devices

By: Tim

Tim — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 07:59:42 +0000

Everyone reading this article might very well be interested in this latest news, Garmin has released a hybrid GPS that might very well be the answer many of you are looking for. The Garmin Nuvi 500 is almost here!

By: Richard

Richard — Sat, 07 Jun 2008 14:30:48 +0000

Garmin finally allows both city nav (built in) and U.S. topo maps to run on the Nuvi’s.

The topo is installed in segments, so you on the PC/Mac pick the segments you want in the Nuvi and download them.

Then in the mapinfo page you will see both map sets. Choose the one you want to view and that’s it.

When you are looking at the TOPO map none of the city navigator POI’s are available. You have to change to the navigator maps.

The Nuvi’s are not waterproof but will work fine for the casual hiker/camper. Just keep it in a baggie if you are worried about it.

By: Brad

Brad — Wed, 28 May 2008 10:24:03 +0000

I am interested in a ‘hybrid’ GPS as I need a larger screen than typical handheld units due to a central vision loss. I could possibly get away with a smaller screen if teh unit had text-to-speech &/or voice navigation. I am intrigued by the Magellan ‘Crossover’ but as you said, there are issues with the Magellan line and customer satisfaction & returns, so I don’t know if I’d be willing to spend that money on a Magellan. I also need a portable auto GPS, similarily with text-to-speech &/or at least voice prompts for when I venture out of familiar geographical areas in a vehicle. I would opt for your suggested 2 GPS devices, one handheld and one for vehicles, except for the vision aspect when dealing with the handheld. I could really use the voice navigation. I wouild optimally get a GPS that had all the above desired features as well as topo maps, road maps and an altimeter. I haven’t found the GPS of my dreams yet. Any ideas?

By: Tim

Tim — Mon, 26 May 2008 16:48:07 +0000

Dave & Marjorie: You would be better off (and in many cases spend the same amount of money) buying two GPS devices. You can pickup something like the Nuvi 200 or the TomTom ONE 3rd Edition for under $150 to get you good auto navigation. You could then pickup something like the Garmin eTrex for about $125 (or less) which gives you a decent handheld GPS for outdoor use. So you might spend $275 as opposed to the $250-$400 for the crossover and have a much better platform to work from.

By: Marjorie

Marjorie — Mon, 26 May 2008 03:26:04 +0000

What Dave says! Cemeteries, grave sites, geocaching, AND road maps. Suggestions please!
Leaning toward tomtom but easily swayed.

By: Dave Mathewes

Dave Mathewes — Sun, 25 May 2008 15:36:48 +0000

Tim
I am interested in a unit that displays coordinates accurately (incl altitude if possible) for locating abandoned or obscure cemeteries and grave sites (genealogy). But I do need the road guides and maps, Including Canada if possible. Suggestions?

By: Don Meyer

Don Meyer — Thu, 10 Apr 2008 03:35:52 +0000

Please do a 1 on 1 comparison of the Crossover GPS
units from Magellan and Lowrance. ……Thanx

By: Dan Markwick

Dan Markwick — Thu, 24 Jan 2008 15:44:38 +0000

I have a sailboat, 4X4truck and I plan on hiking a bit from the boat and truck. I have the same question as Jason— Will a hybrid/Crossover GPS provide marine information? (Charts with depth, rocks etc.)

By: Greg

Greg — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 17:16:29 +0000

Tim: I am looking for a gps navigation for my road bike (bicycle) and vehicle. I am thinking the Garmin Quest might work but I am unsure as it does not have an SD card. I am not sure the memory requirments for adding maps. ie If I wanted to go to Europe and needed to add maps would this pose a problem ?

Thanks

By: ace

ace — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 02:04:48 +0000

whoa love my garmin products.really want a crossover for truck,atv,sled,dirtbike,boat,etc.not really into foot travel.almost bought magellan,but research proved bad purchase.i beleive lowrance xog crossover gps navigator is new item and i am looking for any type of review or opinion.thankyou