gps update for honda
What is the best and most economical software to update the GPS unit in my ’05 honda
I just purchased a Honda with a built in GPS unit. The GPS unit however needs to be updated. Other than going back to the Honda dealership, which is very costly, are there any other suggestions that will update my system and be cost effective? Thank you in advance for any help you may offer.
Hate to say this, but the factory OEM GPS unit map updates prices are controled by the factory, there is no outside source that can provide you with the Honda map update except Honda
NavTeq provides the mapping software for Honda and Alpine.
Call the Honda Map Update hotline at 1-888-291-4675.
http://www.navigation.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/WFS/Navteq-NavteqNorthAmerica-Site/en_US/-/USD/ViewStandardCatalog-Browse?CatalogCategoryID=CKQKCggRWLcAAAEVAfpoU3EK
I would consider purchasing a portable GPS unit instead of paying the map update price and you will have a better upgraded system than you would with the map update for your Honda.
The factory Honda GPS provided by Alpine have limited features such as in rual area, it will not allow you to route due to the roads have not been physically driven by NavTeq the map providers.
Your passenger will not be able to program the navi unit while you are driving which is a safety feature the manufacturers demand.
I would say you can go wrong with buying an after market portable for the price of the map update disc since you can transfer it from car to car and the unit will be more up todate than even the new map update disc Honda try to sell you.
There are tons of PND available and they are all pretty good, but to play it safe, stick with the top 3 GPS manufacturers and you should be o.k.
I would recommend for you to consider the Garmin Nuvi 260W 4.3″ display, NA coverage with Text to speech ability. No Bluetooth but this unit is a deal at $239,99
http://www.autonav2000.com/mall/anProdDe…
Than consider the TomTom ONE XL 330-S which also offers a 4.3″ display with Text to speech feature only for $299.99 a great deal.
http://www.autonav2000.com/mall/anProdDe…
Last but probably one of the most full feature GPS you can buy at the $299 price will be the Magellan Maestro 4250, it comes with voice command, Text to Speech, Bluetooth hands free, Full North America map, AAA tour book and a 4.3″ display. This is the best deal going currently if you wish to have it all for under $300
http://www.autonav2000.com/mall/anProdDe…
Not sure which one will meet your requirements? rent one from GPS4Rent at http://www.gps4rent.com/ and test drive as many of these as you wish.
Hope this helps
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