GPS Navigation System: TomTom ONE 125 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator
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- Preloaded maps οf thе USA
- Turn-bу turn directions
- Millions οf points οf interest
- Instant map updates
TomTom ONE 125 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator
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The TomTom One 125 – Great Starter GPS, Easily Updated Software, Some Missing Features,
The TomTom ONE 125 3.5-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator with U.S. Maps is one of many new updated GPS units available this fall. It is compact and well designed. And for those with more extensive foreign language needs than the standard “English or Spanish” options included with most beginner units, the two dozen included screen languages and even more spoken languages will blow you away.
Perhaps the overall best feature is the “map-share” updates that allow users to alert when a route has been closed or changed due to construction. Instead of having to pay and wait for next years update, if you subscribe to this you get it for free! Additionally, the TomTom’s safety features are also head and shoulders above the competition. The included menu allows you be alerted with speed warnings, traffic cameras, and even directions to emergency services via the one touch “Help Me!” menu.
However, there are some basic features missing, including an SD memory card and text to speech directions. While I do not intend to outline all the features of competing products, I am going to compare this product where relevant to show users where they might need to consider other options. I personally have owned many Garmin models, one Magellan Maestro and a starter Navigon unit. There are even many more options on the market today, but I believe most users should be choosing from these four brands for a starter unit.
PROS:
+ Great compact starter GPS unit with convenient all-in-one form factor
+ The “map-share” updates are the killer app of the TomTom GPS line; bad routes are corrected by users like you, and you can get the updates with the application
+ Comes with a GPS, USB PC syncing cable, car power adapter and mounting disk
+ The included integrated mount is more convenient, though it mounts closer to the window than I would like
+ An updated map is provided free of charge if they come out within 30 days of purchase
+ Add-on applications and updates are not all free but still priced better than Garmin’s
+ AWESOME safety feature extras to alert for driving breaks, speed limits and thresholds
+ Also warns you by default to remove the unit when you reach your destination
+ Cool safety camera alerts give you audio and video of cameras on your route
+ “Help Me!” emergency menu directs you to emergency services with one click
+ Status bar preferences also allow extra features (compass, next street, etc.)
+ Many more included car symbols than Garmin or Magellin
+ Includes a pedestrian mode comparable to Garmin’s under “planning preferences”
+ Interface Includes icons to alert you when you are nearing POIs
+ Does seem to update route changes faster than other models
+ Gives you the option to automatically avoid delays with traffic updates (though receiver is sold separately and it’s not clear if and where one can be connected to this model)
+ The TomTom Home application makes it VERY EASY to update settings and download software extras
+ Still displays info even without a connection, unlike the Garmin models which sometimes *hide maps* till they find the signal again
+ While it is equally poor at acquiring signals as other models, it does seem to hold signals better than others
+ Incredible spoken and display language options give you almost 25 language options!!!
CONS:
- No SD memory card slot!!! That means internal memory is your absolute limit; new maps may replace old ones, and you will have to update for each new map with a computer when travelling, while with the Garmin you could simply bring all your maps on cards
- The power / USB connection port is recessed into the bottom of the unit; this may make it hard to use some standard USB cables to connect to your computer in a pinch
- The standard USB connection cable has a connector that is at a right angle, which keeps it out of the way but also makes it harder to remove
- Dashboard mount disk must be stuck with adhesive to your dash; Garmin friction mount is better, though they do sell alternative mounts that are comparable for the TomTom
- Need an additional attachment for traffic service (though not great in all areas)
- Must hold on/off button for a long time when turning on
- Did not come pre-charged, like my Garmin did
- Software interface is not as slick as others like the Garmin and the Navigon
- Neither the 2D nor the 3D views are as attractive as any of the other brands
- Not the least expensive starter unit on the market
- Does not include text to speech to give you spoken street names
- No included Bluetooth connectivity to pair with your…
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|A Solid Option for Those Looking for a Navigation System (4+ stars),
With the acquisition of the TomTom One, I now have GPS navigation systems from all three major companies. The TomTom One stands up to both the Garmin Nuvi and the Magellan Maestro, although its pros and cons are quite different.
I like that you merely have to tap the screen anywhere to get the menu. This unit has a wealth of options, including several voices and languages for spoken directions and route types, including limited speed and bicycle routes. You can select from several different “cars” to show your location and different map colors. The available options are too numerous to list here, but they exceed both the Garmin nüvi 650 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator and the Magellan Maestro 3100 3.5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator. But how does the TomTom navigate? The mapping software is much better than the Maestro and equal, maybe even slightly better, than the Garmin. However, its user interface isn’t always the best. For example, to cancel a route, you have to go to the second page of options. If you miss a turn, it doesn’t tell you (both Magellan and Garmin give a “recalculating” message), giving you a chance to turn around, and instead moves silently to the next version of the route.
Pros:
– Spoken directions in advance. For example, “Take left ahead, then in a half a mile, turn right.” The others only give you both turns if they will occur within a few seconds of each. You don’t have to remember both directions because it will still say “Turn left” when it’s time to make the route change. (Also see cons.)
– Reliable mapping software. It was the only one of the three to recognize that I wanted to take a certain road when I made a turn. The others tried to get me back to the predetermined route. Equivalent or better than the Garmin. Much better than the Magellan.
– Fold up stand that can stick to a windshield (if legal in your state) or to a mounted disk. When the stand is folded up against the body, it can be easily slipped into a purse or crowded glove box.
– Lots of options to personalize the unit.
– The set up is more compatible than the other two for removing this from your car and using it as a walking or biking GPS.
– No annoying “recalculating” messages when you decide on a different route. (See Cons.)
Cons
– The points-of-interest are woefully inadequate. If you want to find a specific store or restaurant, you may need the address.
– Satellite pick-up can be slow, about the speed of the Garmin, but not nearly as fast as the Magellan. If you are sitting in the driveway, this isn’t a problem; however, it can be if you’re already driving in an unfamiliar area.
– The directions-in-advance can be confusing. “Left turn ahead”‘ can mean that you take a left turn in two miles. It does not mean that you are almost at the turn.
– The unit must be manually turned on and off. Both Garmin and Magellan ask if you want to continue on battery power. The TomTom assumes that you do, thus draining the battery if you forget to turn it off.
– It does not tell you if you’ve missed a turn.
My ideal GPS unit would be to take the TomTom mapping, the Garmin user interface, and the Magellan satellite pick-up, but alas, customers will have to choose. Because all three do the job, I recommend identifying the options most important to you and then comparing prices.
– Debbie Lee Wesselmann
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|The minuses outweigh the plusses,
My brother got a TomTom special edition on Black Friday last year at Best Buy for $99, so I jumped on the ONE 125 model for $99 when it was offered on Amazon this year. Overall, there were several features that I liked about the product, but once I got acquainted with my TomTom, the shortcomings were too great to overlook. Here’s the rundown of my likes/dislikes:
LIKES:
*Innovative and compact mount
*Map corrections available through online community helps keep maps up-to-date for free.
*Arrangment of trip information at bottom of screen
*Easy-to-use menus
*Lots of user options to customize map colors, trip information, etc.
*Great price for A-to-B navigation
DISLIKES:
*No multi-point routing (itinerary planning). This feature was available in last year’s special edition for $99, but was removed from the ONE 125. This is a must-have for my motorcycle trips.
*Point-of-Interest database is lacking, especially compared to Garmin’s (My wife has an older Garmin model).
*Firmware apparently has not been updated to work with the “Send To” function from Google Maps as advertised. I tried confirming this with TomTom’s customer suppport, which leads to the next point.
*Poor customer support. After 10 days, I have given up trying to get a response from their on-line support. Don’t know good the phone support is, but you will not get a response within the 1-2 business days promised online.
If you are looking for a basic navigation system and don’t need customer support, this is a great unit. I decided to upgrade to a more feature-packed unit to address my dislikes above and add features such as a wider screen/text-to-speech. I considered the TomTom XL330S and the Garmin Nuvi 750, which I found for $199. After reading further reviews, I decided on the Garmin because of its superior POI database and consistently positive reviews.
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