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Magellan Crossover Gps Navigation System
Monday, August 29th, 2011
The handheld gps device that has it all
It can be incredibly difficult when you are attempting to navigate your way across an unknown city. It is especially hard if you are not using the Gps System to drive with. Many devices are simply unable to handle the extra features needed to allow each unit to work on foot. This is not so with the Magellan Crossover. Priced at just $500, this machine boasts many additional features that seems as though it has it all.
The device is fairly small, but can sometimes be unsuitable for the smaller pockets, such as a shirt. This is largely down to the touch screen that is both bright and colorful, and the mapping system ultimately being easy to read and decidedly clear. In addition to this, there are external features such as the high impact plastic that cases the machine that makes the Crossover an excellent accompaniment to the outdoor activities. In particular, the system has been useful for geo-caching, which is a treasure hunt involving satellite points on a map, or even fishing, as the plastic is water resistant.
These outdoor pursuits do not always require a Navigation System. However, the topography maps spanning 48 of the 50 states prove incredibly useful when attempting to journey on foot and wish to avoid the steeper areas. It is possible to download more maps or extra detailed area guides from Magellan’s internet page for a minimum of $130, it may be wiser to avoid doing that. That being said, the memory card slot is rather useful for storing other items such as music or photos.
Additional features of this particular model allow the user to travel in comfort, with music or images that can be utilized across the journey for an incredible multimedia experience. The driving maps are detailed and informative, and span all 50 states including Canada and Puerto Rico, which means that you should have very little difficulty getting from A to B.
Options on this mapping system show how easy the functions are to use, and the device is packed with extra features such as the innovative database showing many of the interesting points to note, such as hotels, banks, food and gas stations for example. The road types can be selected, as can the cheapest or shortest route. The address book has a wonderful storage system that easily remembers the previous destinations so that your traveling experience is greatly enhanced.
The mapping system being as direct and clear as it is means that the speed of the device is a complete improvement on other machines in the same range. The satellite navigation system is often wonderful no matter where you are, and as such, the directions given from text to speech are clear and crisp in the 2D and 3D maps alike. True to form, there were a few design flaws with the directions, and also the inability to select an address as a feature for the use outdoors, but these should not detract from the overall display.
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4.3 Gps Hard Case Cover For Garmin Nuvi 1300 1350 1370T $0.49 Features & Specifications *Quantity: 1 *Color: ORANGE *Case is molded to fit for 4.3″ GPS *Zipper-style case Secure. *Mesh pocket for storage of batteries, cables and additional 3 memory card slots. *EVA wrapped with durable nylon that is resistance to bump, drop, or rain. Offers complete protection, with soft interior cushion that surrounds your GPS. *Total Protection for your GPS Navigation 4.3″… |
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Magellan Windshield Mount for – Magellan Maestro 3100 3110 3120 3140 3150 3200 3210 3220 3250 4000 4040 4050 4200 4210 4220 4250 Roadmate 360 760 800 860T 1200 2000 2200T Crossover 3000T 3050T 6000T GPS (Cradle is sold seperatly) $4.24 NEW! With two directional adjusting knobs and a unique telescoping shaft, this GPS mount is ideal for your Magellan Roadmate or Maestro. A circular black adhesive disc is also included with the mount and easily converts the super strong windshield suction cup on the pedestal into a reliable console mount. This mount features the new double tab system…. |
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Skque Universal Hard Pouch Shell Case for Garmin Nuvi 4.3 for Garmin Nuvi 1690 4.3-inch Nuvi 1300 Nuvi 1350 Nuvi 1350t Nuvi 1370t Nuvi 1390t 205w 255w 265wt 755t 785t 855 855t $0.01 Features & Specifications *Quantity: 1 *Color: Black *Case is molded to fit for 4.3″ GPS *Zipper-style case Secure. *Mesh pocket for storage of batteries, cables and additional 3 memory card slots. *EVA wrapped with durable nylon that is resistance to bump, drop, or rain. Offers complete protection, with soft interior cushion that surrounds your GPS. *Total Protection for your GPS Navigat… |
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Magellan 980915 TrafficKit for RoadMate 2200T and Crossover GPS $10.95 The Magellan 980915 TrafficKit for RoadMate 2200T and Crossover GPS sends real-time traffic information and other reports directly to your Magellan RoadMate 2200T. This unit is required in order for your Magellan RoadMate 2200T to take advantage of its real-time traffic capability, and allows you to more easily avoid accidents, road construction, slow-downs, severe weather, road closures and more…. |
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Magellan Navigation – Magellan TrafficKit FOR MAGELLAN ROADMATE 2200T & MAGELLAN CROSSOVER GPS… |
