Typical price: £140
What is it: Stylish sat-nav with a touch-sensitive widescreen display
What we think: It offers excellent hi-res maps plus an excellent search but the price of extras adds up
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 4 January 2008
Tags: route 66, navigate, maps, bluetooth
We like:
Fuzzy search system with Qwerty keyboard; hi-res maps; interface/design; extras
We don't like:
Too many upgrade options; no Bluetooth as standard; no text-to-speech; no route simulations; send mail/contact function
CNET.co.uk judgement:
The Route 66 Maxi is a stylish widescreen sat-nav with hi-res maps and an excellent fuzzy search system set at a bargain price. The 'Extras' menu allows you to add additional functions to your device as and when you need them, but alongside the optional FM/Bluetooth cradle the price starts to add up
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August 5, 2008
Posted by: johalareewi
"Perfect for me"
March 6, 2008
Posted by: Jim2712
"A sad apology for a product"
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