Garmin nuvi 255W is quite an improvement over its predecessors in the Garmin nuvi 200 series of GPS navigators, Garmin add some significant improvements with this 255W series, It features predictive technology that provides faster satellite lock, a redesigned screen with more information, terrain maps, and an exciting new photo navigation feature.
Garmin Nuvi 255W has 4.3″ WQVGA TFT screen (same with Nuvi 855 and Nuvi 780) with a 480 x 272 resolution, and white backlight which makes it sun-readable and will not hurt your eyes.
The Garmin Nuvi 255W also features voice prompts via the internal speaker, it will inform you when to turn left and on which street, custom POIs, and Where I Am? feature which will inform users of the nearest hospital, police station etc.
Here the Nuvi 255W video overview (YouTube)
Technical Specifications
- Antenna: Built-in
- Battery: Rechargeable lithium ion, runs for up to 4 hours without power
- Connectivity: USB cable (not included)
- Dimensions: 3.81″ (W) x 0.8″ (D) x 2.25″ (H)
- Display: QVGA color antiglare with white backlight, 480 x 272 pixels
- Expansion Slots: microSD card (not included)
- Included Accessories: Set up and go guide, dashboard disc, vehicle power cable and suction cup mount
- Included Software: City Navigator NT Street Maps for North America or Europe, three month subscription to MSN Direct for U.S. with optional receiver, three month subscription to TMC Clear Channel traffic broadcasts
- Voice Capabilities: Yes, voice prompts, text to speech street names for North America version only
Garmin Nuvi 255W price, this is a very affordable portable car GPS navigation, you can buy it from Amazon for a price of $158.82.
Jun 2009
by it-echounder: Navigations
Tags:Garmin Nuvi 255W, GPS, GPS for Car, Portable GPS