Nuvi 3598-D First impressions / Latest firmware (4.80)

[sussamb]

Does when you're retired
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[Kremmen]

So far not had a minute to myself. Just finished installing 2 new PC's. Once I get round to it I will update my maps.

Not sure if the main PC can handle the pressure though:


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Satnav:
Garmin 2599 LMT-D (Indoor test rig)
DashCam:
Viofo A119 V3
Car Average MPG :

[sussamb]

It'll struggle
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[Kremmen]

It sees me coming
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Satnav:
Garmin 2599 LMT-D (Indoor test rig)
DashCam:
Viofo A119 V3
Car Average MPG :

[Roy124]

My purchase of the 3598 was a distress purchase. The Navigon lead broke and I probably blew the board.
I opted for a top range Garmin and the 5 inch display ad I thought 6 or 7 too big. For a windscreen mount I think I made the right choice.

It worked right out of the box but once home I looked for updates and there were loads. When it came to maps there was not enough space. I fitted an old micro SD card and initially this was not recognized but later it was. Then a popup suggested deleting unused language files; that fixed it.

Then I found I could change the map style so I chose Navigon.

I found the options intuitive but missed the 'better' or more properly familiar Navigon options. However the more I used it the better I liked it. The Voice Command feature is sufficiently comprehensive the you may not need to use touch screen whilst on the road.

What is essential for proper exploitation of the features is to work through the manual. I downloaded the PDF to my Kindle. I then spent time adding favourite places and categorize them which helps when giving voice commands.

A very competent GPS and I certainly recommended it.

[Kremmen]

The Which? magazine did another SatNav test in this months mag and yet again Garmin came first second and third with TomTom only achieving 4th.

1st Nuvi 3597LMT 90%
2nd Nuvi 2497LM 89%
3rd Nuvi 2597LM 85%
4th TT Go 600 79%
5th TT Go 500077%
6th Nuvi 42LM 75%

Last Mio Moov 610 37%
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Satnav:
Garmin 2599 LMT-D (Indoor test rig)
DashCam:
Viofo A119 V3
Car Average MPG :

[sussamb]

Clearly weren't testing traffic as none of the Garmins are digital traffic versions.
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[BigJohnD]

[cwog]

Back to commenting on the 3598
As a SATNAV - pleasant to use etc however the physical design of the unit makes it too heavy to safely work on a ventilator grill mount, the weight of the unit is too far away from the mount and can vibrate on bumpy roads and eventually fall off the vent grill.

I do not like the use of suction cups on windows. I suspect that the weight of the unit will challenge a bean bag type mount or a sticky dashboard mount.

[sussamb]

Never used a beanbag mount but haven't heard of any issues with it. Personally I'm quite happy with my windscreen mount.
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[Kremmen]

I like the sticky base mount with quick remove facility.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Garmin-010-10747-02-Dashboard-Mount/dp/B000F7689A/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1416740731&sr=8-11&keywords=garmin+mount

Just wish I could get replacement sticky pads though. I've seen them on a US site but nothing in the UK.
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Satnav:
Garmin 2599 LMT-D (Indoor test rig)
DashCam:
Viofo A119 V3
Car Average MPG :

[tilyymolly]

I have used a bean bag for a few years now. They are excellent. You can move it from car to car without any problems and they really stay still even on a sloping surface.

[frustin]

[sussamb]

Yes there are lots now with digital traffic.

None though were included.
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[dales]

Here's another vote for the bean bag mount.
It really does stay put, no matter how rough the road or the driving is.

Dales.
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