Garmin Nuvi 265WT
Despite some minor performance issues, the Garmin Nuvi 265WT is a good value GPS, offering a number of high-end features for an affordable price.
Reviews
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CNET Review
The Good: The Garmin Nuvi 265WT offers integrated Bluetooth and a lifetime of free traffic alerts. The portable GPS also has a spacious touch screen and text-to-speech functionality.
The Bad: We wish the audible traffic alerts and route recalculations were a little faster. Call quality was mixed.
The Bottom Line: Despite some minor performance issues, the Garmin Nuvi 265WT is a good value GPS, offering a number of high-end features for an affordable price.
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alaTest.com
Review Summary: alaTest has collected and analyzed 4207 reviews of Garmin Nuvi 265 from international magazines and websites.
The Verdict: Experts rate this product 78/100 and users 81/100. Comparing these reviews to 287084 other GPS reviews gives this product an overall alaScore 82/100 = Very Good.
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macworld.com
Review Summary: Navigation unit offers premium features at a budget-friendly price.
The Verdict: When it first shipped, Garmin broke ground by offering a built-in traffic receiver with subscription-free, advertising-supported lifetime traffic alerts. While driving, you'll occasionally get a pop-up alert for one of the advertisers, but it doesn't...
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pcadvisor.co.uk
Review Summary: The Garmin Nuvi 265WT satnav is in essence a 4.3-inch widescreen version of the older Garmin 265T.
The Verdict: If you want an affordable 4.3-inch GPS device with the friendly Garmin navigation experience, it's hard to miss with the Garmin Nuvi 265WT. It doesn't bring much new to the genre, but it remains one of our favourites.
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gpstracklog.com
Review Summary: UPDATE: The nuvi 2×5 series has been officially discontinued. For current recommendations, see our auto GPS buyers guide. The Garmin nüvi 265W is one of the second-generation models in the nuvi 2×5 series, which I dubbed the "best entry level GPS on...
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associatedcontent.com
Review Summary: Garmin Nuvi, as a family of portable navigation devices, is going up the ranks with their models as its new Nuvi 2x5 series presents the Garmin Nuvi 265WT, a GPS device which pilots a long series of devices that feature high end functions at a low prices.
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techreviews.tv
Review Summary: Specifications: Bright 4.3-inch diagonal color touchscreen; 480×272 pixels, WQVGA TFT display with white backlight Sleek, ultra-thin design fits easily in pocket Preloaded with City Navigator North America NT Reviews: “If you can stomach the price...
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associatedcontent.com
Review Summary: The Garmin Nüvi 265w portable GPS is one of the best GPS devices of Garmin. As you will see in this articles the Garmin Nüvi 265w portable GPS will serves you in your trips.
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techradar.com
Review Summary: Garmin made its name in navigational devices for boats and ships, so has plenty of sat-nav experience. The Nüvi 265w is an attractive device with a 4.3-inch touchscreen. The widescreen aspect ratio makes the integrated maps incredibly easy to view.
The Verdict: Buy from our affiliates: Amazon UK | dabs.com | BT Shop
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devhardware.com
Review Summary: GPS devices are finally coming down in price. Does that mean you have to give up functionality? Not if the Garmin Nuvi 265WT is any indication. Keep reading for a closer look at this relatively low-priced device; you'll be surprised at how well it...
The Verdict: Developed as a flagship model for the Nuvi 2x5 line, the Garmin Nuvi 265WT was meant to wow consumers with its price and functionality. Sure, it's not the cheapest system out there, but which is better… paying $100 for a device that's crap, or paying...
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digitaltrends.com
Review Summary: Though traffic has always been billed as a premium, subscription-based feature on navigation systems, the latter half of 2008 went a long way in demolishing that reputation. Garmin and Navigon both announced affordable GPS systems with free lifetime...
The Verdict: We found that this mix of price, features, and Garmin's typical quality makes it one of the best values around today.
Price Range: $99.95 - $159.99
- Garmin
- 010-00575-10
General
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Recommended UseAutomotive
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Preloaded MapsNorth America
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Card ReaderSD Memory Card
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InterfaceUSB
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Functions & ServicesAuto re-route, Route avoidance, Photo navigation, Picture viewer, Garmin garage, Garmin lock
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TrafficTMC (Traffic Message Channel)
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VoiceStreet name announcement, Navigation instructions
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Included SoftwareMapSource City Navigator North America NT
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AntennaBuilt-in
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FeaturesCalculator, Clock, Garmin Lock, 2D / 3D map perspective, Automatic re-route, Garmin Garage, Hands-free calling via Bluetooth, Currency converter, Photo viewer, Custom POIs, Automatic routing, Built-in speaker
Display
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TypeTFT - Color - Yes
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Diagonal Size4.3 in - Widescreen
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Width3.8 in
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Height2.2 in
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Resolution480 x 272
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Display IlluminationYes
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FeaturesAnti-glare
Navigation
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Waypoints1000
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Trip computerFast/short route, Trip distance, Trip timer, Avoid toll roads, Avoid highways
Connections
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Connector TypeUSB
Battery
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TypeLithium ion
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Run Time (Up To)4 hour(s)
Miscellaneous
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Design FeaturesClock, Currency converter, Unit converter, Calculator, Touchscreen, Qwerty or ABC keyboard
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Included AccessoriesTMC reciever, Car power adapter, USB cable, Suction cup mount
Dimensions & Weight
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Width4.8 in
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Depth0.8 in
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Height2.9 in
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Weight6.1 oz
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