The main reason why I'm impressed with the Garmin nüvi 265W is the ease of use and portability. My wife likes to remind me that I'm the kind of person who could get hopelessly lost in the supermarket. I like my gadgets to be practical because their sole function is to compensate in the areas that I am sorely lacking. Widespread use of GPS devices is going to be an ongoing trend into the foreseeable future.
One of the trends I've been studying of late is how convenient this device has been for retirees who love to be on the road. Garmin has been able to supply great products for a wide range of lifestyle needs. This particular niche market seems to be growing with the trend lines as well.
The company's insistence on taking complex functions and simplifying them for general use is one of its major selling points. This unit is an example of that philosophy. They've managed to integrate a traffic receiver and Bluetooth technology into a 4.3 inch device.
You can combine it with a Bluetooth-enabled cell phone for hands-free calling. This unit comes in at 2 pounds and sports the widescreen format that Garmin is now promoting. The Garmin nüvi 265W fits comfortably in your pocket or handbag without taking up much space. One of the important features I've noticed is the "screen lock". You can slide the power key to the right to lock out any accidental touching of the screen
The traffic receiver allows you to pick up local traffic broadcasts in most areas. These broadcasts are generally continuous so you don't have to wait for scheduled traffic updates or alerts. Press the touch-screen to view the traffic details and you're ready to navigate through heavy traffic with ease.
With Bluetooth technology built in, simply tap the screen to answer a call for dial tone using the nüvi keypad. With so many states cracking down on cell phone usage in automobiles adding this feature might be a lifesaver.
What they are saying about the Garmin nüvi 265W
"This one receives five stars in my book it is everything that is supposed to do and more. The quick start instructions pamphlet is okay but more detailed manual would be helpful."
Points to consider when looking into purchasing a GPS unit: must relate to efficiency, safety, convenience, reliability and dependability. This particular unit passes the test.
