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bif Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Mon Nov 10, 2008 11:58 pm Post subject: To change or not to change |
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I have had a go 500 since they first came out, it works fine but I have the original map on it which is extremely out of date. I see on the Tom Tom site it would cost me around £40 to upgrade the map. I am quite unsure if its worth upgrading a unit that is so old.....as it is really as technology goes and a new unit can be bought for double the price of a map and comes with new warranty etc...or if it is better the devil you know and sticking with it and spending the £40.
I am not bothered about a replacement unit having bluetooth etc as I have never really used it. However I do see that many of the new units only have memory preinstalled and no memory card facility, is this a downside?
any advice greatfully accepted. |
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BigPerk Frequent Visitor
Joined: Sep 06, 2006 Posts: 1618 Location: East Hertfordshire
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2008 2:17 am Post subject: |
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If you are really happy with what you've got, then why spend an unnecessary £40 extra just now? As they say, "if it ain't broke, don't mend it". You can then buy a new one later if and when new facilities really appeal to you (and prices, in any case, will have probably dropped anyway). But check the new facilities available now in case they are of use to you.
If you do get a new one, then as far as memory goes, I think that capacity increases in internal memory have reduced the need for an external card - you need to check that you will have sufficient memory for any extras you want to add, such as Points of Interest, language files or whatever. _________________ David
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bif Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2008 2:28 am Post subject: |
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thanks for reply. My main problem is my map is so out of date. Half the roads are missing and some streets are one ways now!!! Some have roundabouts instead of crossroads, the list goes on!
I really need to update, but its either new device or new map, and I am not sure which is the better option. |
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Joined: Mar 05, 2007 Posts: 1058 Location: The green bit between the M40, M4 and M25.
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2008 8:45 am Post subject: |
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Hi bif,
I have a TT710 since it was launched, and no problems with it. In that time I updated the maps only once.
I think you have to have a look at what driving you do and what facilities on the Satnav you use. if you drive around the UK on hols visits etc on a regular basis, then I would get a map update for definite.
The next bit is more tricky, I use the handsfree and is a must for me, also noticed that updates for the 710 were few and far between compared to the other models. Are TT going to provide continuing support for the older models?
For around £150 you can buy a 520/720, with the updates now available and the free update to a new map included with Promotion code in the box, then you end up with a machine with spec only a little short of the newest models with all the latest lane assist etc.
It's for you to decide if you want to spend that much.
Also there are other models like the XL to have a look at to see if they fit your needs better.
I recently bought a 720 and very pleased with it, just a few thoughts.
Good luck,
Bob _________________ Triumph Tbird 1700. And now a Bonnie T100. |
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bif Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2008 12:22 pm Post subject: |
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thanks Bob, I can see your points on the support side of older models. Most of my usage is around London and the home counties. I don't use the bluetooth function anymore as I found it better with an ear piece. I don't even use the voices anymore! I do however use the camera location side of it, which reminds me I need to pay here for that!!!
The mapshare idea appeals enormously but how good exactly is it? Would I get that with a new map or just a new model? |
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young-goat Lifetime Member
Joined: Jun 27, 2006 Posts: 160 Location: London, UK
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2008 8:18 pm Post subject: |
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I too am still using a TTG 500 and I am happy to stay with it until I can afford a better one.
It has been updated to the latest Navcore that will run on it and I have the latest available maps.
Regarding the cost of the maps, The price is 40 euros, not pounds, and that equates to about £30 pounds, which is a lot less than buying a new device.
Quote: | The mapshare idea appeals enormously but how good exactly is it? Would I get that with a new map or just a new model? |
I think the mapshare idea is excellent. If you have the latest navcore and an up to date map it will work on your device. You can select what type of mapshares you want from just using your own changes to those checked by Tom Tom and right down to those changes that have been made by only a few. |
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bif Occasional Visitor
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young-goat Lifetime Member
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2008 8:34 pm Post subject: |
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Ah ! I stand corrected.
I looked up the price I paid a few months ago. |
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bif Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Tue Nov 11, 2008 8:49 pm Post subject: |
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shame, £30 a good price!!!! |
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