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Pros:

display (7)

• ...clear, precise directions. It's very intuative to use and has a great display and the voice is very clear, not muffled. The "AAA" feature...[0.8]
• ...Its bright although not as bright as the Garmins. The maps are well displayed . They are clear, easy to read. The voice prompts are also clear...[0.8]
• ...can find a good deal on it, it might be worth considering for the excellent display and strong database of POIs. But for me, it's just not in the...[0.8]
• ...for. It is a quality unit, with a two dimensional display. The display is very crisp and bright. The voice directions is female, clear, good volume...[0.7]

feature set (13)

• ...simulate on the GPS. I can do that on the Iway 250c and it's a really nice feature . I also would like to go ahead on the screen to a point in the...[1.0]
• ...easier for vision impaired user to see the input keys. One feature that is very helpful is now the unit will display the ETA on the POI menu when you...[0.9]
• ...highway or freeway lane they should be in before the exit. This feature is extremely helpful in cities such as Los Angeles that have multiple freeway interchanges...[0.9]
• ...certainly are many good reviews on this unit, and it does have some nice features - just missing the one I consider invaluable. It also can be...[0.8]

general (15)

• ...car I just returned. I am very satisfied with this GPS. It far exceeds my expectations . It is very user friendly, easy to set up and its accuracy far...[1.0]
• ...my expectations. I recommend this item to all my friends. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS ITEM!!!!...[1.0]
• ...speed, ETA, ETA to next, etc...), currently it only allows one. The size of this system is perfect , very thin and most of the size is usable given the large screen...[1.0]
• ...TomTom XL340S. If lane guidance isn't that big a deal to you, I highly recommend this Magellan as the POI features it has blow all the others away...[1.0]

price (15)

• ...TomToms and Garmin units and this one beats them hands-down...at a bargain price!) My folks have traveled with me and they're so impressed...[1.0]
• ...the best gps unit I have tested, but it could be worth a buy at a decent price point....[1.0]
• ...the text-to-speech feature, which I very much prefer to the inexpensive Garmin I'd been using. I have not purchased the traffic module...[1.0]
• ...Garmins or Navigon units I've had. All around this is a good unit at a good price ....[1.0]

quality graphics (4)

• ...unfamiliar you are with your location the more valuable this is. The graphics are just as good as Garmin's if not better at times. Very clear, nice to look...[0.9]
• ...Very sleek appearance, and the screen is a real joy -- sharp, clear graphics even in the sun, and bigger on-screen buttons for easy use....[0.8]
• ...excellent and the audible tone at turns are very good as well. The graphics are very easy on the eyes. The one touch feature is very cool! Basically,...[0.8]
• ... Very clear, nice to look at. Totally trounces the TomTom's annoying graphics . I found the Magellan to be the best I've used at informing...[-0.8]

screen (15)

• ...recently and didn't notice much change. The user interface and screen are the best I have seen. When the unit works, it does a good job. Most of...[1.0]
• ...sets this apart first....It is very accurate and very thin. The screen is good and sharp. Unfortunately, there is very little value in this...[1.0]
• ... It found my destination right away and I was ready to go. The screen is nice and bright and you can easily see where you are going. It's...[1.0]
• ...of the sceen that you look at when you drive.The larger size screen made it easy to see. I have told all my friends what a great GPS this is...[0.9]

screen size (5)

• ...language voice, no choices. Slow start-up. Very nice slim body and great screen size ....[0.8]
• ...fit my own personal needs. If you are wanting a device with outstanding screen size and audio with very basic features such as going to one particular...[0.8]
• ...an excellent GPS and I would definitely recommend. I really love the screen size (4.7" to a 4.3" is a noticeable difference) and the highway...[0.8]
• ...down and probably will unless you listen to your music loud. Nice size screen is nice, but perhaps a little too large. I'm still out on this one. The 4...[0.45]

size (5)

• ...one. The size of this system is perfect, very thin and most of the size is usable given the large screen. The only hardware concern is that the...[1.0]
• ...Most of the time, it's hit or miss. The graphics are great, the size is great , the routing so-so, the POIs great, the AAA Tour Book absolutely...[1.0]
• ...have owned several GPS units. The 1470 is easy to navigate and the perfect size and weight for air travel....[0.8]
• ...recommend to anyone looking for a GPS device with a sleek design, nice sized touchscreen that's simple to use right out of the box, but still...[0.8]

sound quality (11)

• ...next turn seems to understand the type of turn coming up and sounds with perfect timing. Never too late or never too early. The only negative...[0.9]
• ... It's very intuative to use and has a great display and the voice is very clear , not muffled. The "AAA" feature is great added benefit. I recently...[0.8]
• ...Magellan website. It has alot for the price, good directions, good quality sound , pleasing map view. I do wish it had 3D map similar to the Garmins...[0.8]
• ...enough and not too computer-generated sounding. It also has nice tones for signaling the turns (which you could select from) and the...[0.8]

trips (5)

• ...the screen stays bright. I just completed a 1,700 mile road trip with excellent performance from the device....[0.9]
• ...Summing up, this GPS delivers on features you would want on a long trip and is also great around town with its ability to easily find POI's. ...[0.9]
• ...ever have to worry about getting lost again. We used this on a trip and was so nice since my husband is one of those people who hates to ask for...[0.9]
• ...correct). Update 9/4/09 1. I recently had it on a 2 major trips and it was great . A few times I was behind traffic that was clearly following...[0.7200000000000001]

usability (13)

• ...satisfied with this GPS. It far exceeds my expectations. It is very user friendly , easy to set up and its accuracy far exceeded my expectations...[1.0]
• ...finding a gas station no matter where I was. I found it very easy to use . If for some reason I missed a turn it would re route me back...[1.0]
• ...should have been a left. We love the big screen and it is pretty intuitive . The battery did not last long and we will definitely be getting...[1.0]
• ...I have owned several GPS units. The 1470 is easy to navigate and the perfect size and weight for air travel....[1.0]

voice (4)

• ...delay. After we finally got directions it worked pretty good. The voice was pleasant and we could hear it fine. Most of the directions were correct...[1.0]
• ...over $700 and the new one is $200. The large screen is nice, the voice is nice and loud. I have a convertible and I need the ding right before...[1.0]
• ...it while watching the traffic. The screen is large enough and the voice is great . We are very pleased with everything about it and enjoy the...[1.0]
• ...you didn't even know were out there. The goto works great. The voice is very pleasant and clear. Speaks the names much clearer than my Garmin. Much...[1.0]

working (5)

• ...the voice is so clear and the QWERTY keyboard is so big and works great . The 1475T got me to my destination without incident. I love...[0.9]
• ...brands. do not see anything much different from the garmin i had. works as good as any i have had. not anything special....[0.9]
• ...will be the best GPS I ever owned. I have the IWAY 250c and it works just fine . I wanted to get one that speaks the name of the streets rather...[0.8]
• ...the TrafficLink with this unit, so am not able to review how well that works . If you are not able to find a deal on this that includes the...[0.8]

Cons:

customer service (8)

• ...name, or has been changed, the GPS cannot locate it. Magellan Tech support is pretty good . I would recommend this unit, but you must study the manual...[1.0]
• ...confuse any driver, with the lane assist feature, the user will be knowledgeable as to which lane and exit they need to take before it is too...[1.0]
• ...I love it now - fast, smooth operation!!! :). And Magellan's customer service is excellent now - very quick and very helpful! The following was posted...[0.9]
• ...obviously aware of the problem as they made mention of it on their website - too bad they couldn't have recalled it before letting people purchase...[-0.6400000000000001]

design (5)

• ...has been increased, but the unit is thinner and lighter. Very sleek appearance , and the screen is a real joy -- sharp, clear graphics even...[0.8]
• ...entertainment. This has a very robust feature set, great screen, and well-designed software. It also has traffic capabilities -- did not test that...[0.8]
• ...complained about the location of the power connector. It is a stupid design, but I don't find it a real issue. If you are removing the unit from...[-0.4]
• ...more annoying if you have the cord through the mounting piece. Poor design !...[-0.8]