Users of the Garmin Nuvi 260W will testify to its user-friendly interface and intuitive design, complimenting that it is attractively-priced and easy to use for beginners. True to its promise, the Garmin 260W comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator® NT street maps and six million points of interests. On top of that, own custom points of interest (POI) can be added, notifying you of any upcoming POI on your list. Pay attention to the roads with the Garmin 260W as it announces names of exits using its text-to-speech function, and turn-by-turn directions plus map details will be shown to you on a 4.3 inch widescreen. This antiglare touchscreen display has a white backlight, making it sunlight-readable. Designed sleek and slim, the Garmin Nuvi 260W fits perfectly into a pocket, purse or briefcase. It also comes with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that lasts up to five hrs, making it very convenient for travelers on the go.
A highly responsive GPS receiver is included with the Nuvi 260W providing the most precise directions and navigational tools, and it is also capable of displaying JPEG pictures, serving as a world travel clock complete with time zones, a currency or measurement converters, or a calculator. Steer clear of traffic congestion with the integrated FM traffic receiver so you will always know which routes to avoid. Do not worry if you lose your way, as the detour recalculation feature will get you back on track in no time. The auto reroute and fast off-route functions of the route setup feature also allows you the option to choose the shortest distance or the faster time.
Users can customize their travel experiences from the various car-shaped icons to represent their location on the map display by using the free Garmin Garage. Another useful feature is the Garmin Lock antitheft function, which renders the device inoperable unless a four digit PIN (personal identification number) is entered first, or until it is taken to a predetermined and secure location. Read the GPS review to find out more on the new and exciting Garmin Nuvi 260W now!