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Garmin Nuvi 1690 Reviews
$499.00
Accurate directions. Slick software design. Google-powered services are a boon. Solid traffic... (pcmag.com)
Garmin's first connected GPS is a good start, but the Garmin Nuvi 1690 has room for improvement. (pcadvisor.co.uk)
alaTest Review Summary for Garmin Nuvi 1690
We have collected and analyzed 4 expert reviews and 15 user reviews from international sources. Experts rate this product 65/100 and users rate it 57/100. The average review date is October 22, 2009. We have compared these reviews to 140822 reviews from other GPS. The alaScore™ for this product is 91/100 = Excellent. Last update: November 19, 2009.
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19 reviews
November, 2009
4 Experts
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Expert Reviews (4)
Garmin nüvi 1690
the device displays ads.
Accurate directions. Slick software design. Google-powered services are a boon. Solid traffic reporting. Useful elevation readings
Bundled data subscription expires after two years. Displays ads. Still requires extra-cost map updates like any other GPS. Connected services not integrated with main POI database. On-board EDGE radio caused GSM buzz in our car stereo
Garmin's impressive nüvi 1690 integrates connected services and offers plenty of routing options, but the high price and mandatory ads—even when you're not using said services—are turn-offs.
The Garmin nüvi 1690 is a 4.3-inch GPS with plenty of extras, including an...
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Garmin Nuvi 1690 review
Garmin's first connected GPS is a good start, but the Garmin Nuvi 1690 has room for improvement.
If you're a fan of the Garmin navigation experience, the added NuLink connected services will only enhance the experience. As a first version of new technology for Garmin, the Garmin Nuvi 1690 represents a very good effort.
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Garmin nuvi 1690 4.3-Inch Portable GPS and Specs
The Garmin nuvi 1690 GPS navigator is due to be released on October 20, 2009 and has an easy-to-use 4.3-inch touchscreen display, as well as
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User Reviews (15)
Slightly disappointing.
Slightly disappointing.
I just received this product in the mail yesterday and I was thrilled to get my hands on my first GPS device. THE TEST DRIVE: So far, I've had it for a full 24 hours and here are some pros and cons from a GPS newbie. PROS: - There are a lot of handy...
Another unit Garmin rushed out the door
Another unit Garmin rushed out the door
I have a good history with Garmin units. I've owned the Garmin 2720, 2820, 60CSx, 76CS, Oregon, Colorado, Nuvi 885T, Nuvi 1490T and bought this one, the Nuvi 1690. But now, if there was something better from another company, I would buy it. Garmin is suf...
Locks up, displays ads, not enough memory to add TOPO maps
Locks up, displays ads, not enough memory to add TOPO maps
Bought this unit to use for a combination of on & off-road driving. The first test was a drive from the Bay Area to Las Vegas & back. Four major problems I found: 1. Locked up on me 5 times (the screen/map updating just locks up while it continues to disp...
