GPS Units with Map update Support?

[Wicked Webby]

Question...

Does any of the GPS manufactures offer free map updates after you own their map sets??

I have had a Navman 510ICN (about the size of a deck of cards) for a few years and it works pretty well. BUT, I can't stand the fact that the only way to update the North American Maps is to buy a whole new set. I have the 2005 Map set BUT the 2007 Map set runs more than the GPS unit did. Guess thats how they get you to keep buying new GPS units.

I am trying to find something decent (touch screen, map update support, turn by turn directions, small size unit, performs well, ect ect ect...) that is around the $300 mark.

Any recommendations??

Any one have a GPS Unit as I describe?

Thanks for any help.

WW

 

[Ignacio]

I don't think you ever own the maps....or the software. You own a license to use the software that can review the data.

Standard deal with the majors is to allow a certain amount of upgrades of minor version, but when a new one comes out to use the enhancements will require a purchase of the upgrade.

 

[Wicked Webby]

Was hoping that wasn't the case..



Thanks

WW