alaTest USA - Product Tests & Reviews

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Number of Reviews collected

in GPS

128

Total

6864

Source country

AU

Australia

Language: English

Source rating scale

1
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Average source rating

73

Highest rating

95

Lowest rating

40

GPS

SilverFast SE

SilverFast SE

By Sally Wiener Grotta and Daniel Grotta

Every scanner comes with software. That software allows the scanner to communicate with your computer, so you can scan your photos and documents, save them on your hard drive, e-mail or print them, and otherwise use them in your normal digital ...

Advanced edit capabilities

Won't suit all users

No question about it, SilverFast SE is not for everyone. If you just want to get a quick scan of your photo, whatever software came with your device will probably work just fine for your needs. But if image quality is a high priority for you, check ...

September, 2009

No rating

no alaScore

1 reviews

Garmin Nüvi 1350T

Garmin nuvi 1350 GPS unit

By Ross Catanzariti

Garmin's nuvi 1350 is a mid-range GPS that operates in a manner that's very similar to the flagship nuvi 1390T. For a saving of $150, you lose Bluetooth hands-free connectivity, advanced lane guidance and built-in traffic support, though the ...

Compact design, responsive touch screen, fast rerouting and GPS fix times , effective UI, New Zealand maps included, ecoRoute feature

Map lacks detail, no Bluetooth or FM transmitter, no advanced lane guidance

If you can live without traffic updates and Bluetooth hands-free, Garmin's nuvi 1350 is an excellent GPS with a competitive price tag. The lack of advanced lane guidance is a real shame, but the clear maps, good voice instructions and fast GPS chip ...

September, 2009

Rating

80

alaSCORE 94

58 reviews

Navman MY50T

Navman MY50T GPS unit

By Ross Catanzariti

The mid-range model in Navman's latest MY range of GPS units, the MY50T features built-in traffic support, lane guidance and 3D junction views. But it€™s the option to switch between tap and glide touch interfaces that makes using the MY50T a pleasant ...

Design, choice between glide or tap UI, included traffic subscription, large display, 3D junction views, lane guidance

No Bluetooth hands-free, overzealous school zone warnings, map is missing some red light cameras and 'no right turns', screen transitions are a little sluggish, not all phones compatible with Bluetooth, TMC antenna is built into charger not the actual ...

A large screen and a revamped user interface make the Navman MY50T effortless to use, but the lack of Bluetooth hands-free and overzealous school zone warnings spoil the party. There is a lot to like about this mid-range GPS, but it's far from perfect.

September, 2009

Rating

65

alaSCORE 93

7 reviews

nüvi 1390T

Garmin nuvi 1390T GPS unit

By Ross Catanzariti

Garmin's latest flagship GPS unit is the nuvi 1390T. It€™s a slim and compact GPS device that features a number of new features, including an excellent lane guidance function and a built-in traffic antenna.

Slim and compact design, responsive touch screen, fast rerouting times and GPS fix, effective UI, great lane guidance, Bluetooth, New Zealand maps included

Map lacks detail compared with competitors, traffic antenna built into car-charger, no FM transmitter, Bluetooth hands-free microphone isn't great

Simple but effective maps, clear voice instructions, fantastic lane guidance and a speedy GPS receiver make for an excellent navigational experience on the whole. The Garmin nuvi 1390T may not be as flashy as some competitors, but it more than makes ...

September, 2009

Rating

85

alaSCORE 96

43 reviews

Personal Trainer: Walking

Personal Trainer: Walking

By Chelsea O'Neill

Nintendo has decided to try their luck with the fitness market on the DS with Personal Trainer: Walking. It has simple tasks and incorporates the walking you do each day. The package includes the DS game and two activity meters. Each meter also has a ...

Easy to use and understand, great for those involved with the fitness craze

Lack of extras, no number on the activity meter, plain graphics and repetitive music

My main complaint with Personal Trainer: Walking is I wish it had more. Add more mini games to generate a reason to keep returning to the game.

August, 2009

Rating

60

no alaScore

1 reviews

ProShow Gold

ProShow Gold

By Sally Wiener Grotta and Daniel Grotta

Slideshows made from your own photographs or videos can be great tools for sharing information, marketing your company, creating family memories--or simply great fun.

Intelligent interface

Doesn't include the professional-oriented options of ProShow Producer

For those whose slideshows consist primarily of still images (with perhaps some video included), ProShow Gold offers a wide range of tools to create and share a fully personalised, attractive show.

August, 2009

No rating

no alaScore

1 reviews

TomTom XL 340 S

TomTom XL 340 GPS unit

By Ross Catanzariti

After refreshing its entry-level ONE GPS unit (now called the ONE 140 IQ Routes Edition), TomTom has also upgraded its widescreen model: the TomTom XL 340. This is the second low-end TomTom GPS unit to use the company's new IQ Routes technology, and ...

Slim, excellent UI, lane guidance, EasyPort mount, preloaded safety alerts

No AC adapter included, TMC antenna optional, a little expensive

TomTom's XL 340 is a little pricey when compared to competing GPS units with similar features, but what you get is a great user experience. An excellent interface, lane guidance, IQ Routes technology and a slim design make this another great TomTom GPS.

August, 2009

Rating

90

alaSCORE 93

200 reviews

Garmin Forerunner 405CX

Simple to set up, fairly light

Bezel control is not intuitive

While the bezel control takes a bit of getting used to, the Garmin Forerunner 405CX is packed with features and is the perfect companion for serious runners

June, 2009

Rating

80

alaSCORE 93

58 reviews

Autodesk 3ds Max 2008

Graphite modelling toolset and ribbon interface, render-preview effects in the viewport, enhanced OBJ support, containers, Material Explorer, mental mill

Some features already appeared in subscriber-only Creativity Extension for 3DS Max 2009, some known bugs and limitations, expensive

Autodesk's venerable 3D suite has received more than just a facelift. The workflow and tool enhancements are welcome, while the focus on audio and collaborative toolsets makes this a far more rounded package than before.

May, 2009

Rating

80

alaSCORE 88

6 reviews

Uniden Trax 350

Uniden TRAX 350

By Ross Catanzariti

Value for money, address search method, text-to-speech, Australian and New Zealand maps, red light and speed camera alerts, 3D landmarks and terrain

Bland design, cluttered map screen, erratic GPS performance in some areas, no Bluetooth

Uniden's TRAX 350 lacks Bluetooth and traffic capabilities, and it has a bland design. However, it offers good value.

April, 2009

Rating

65

alaSCORE 88

7 reviews

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