Hey gang!
I'm shopping for a new GPS- leaning toward the 550, but don't like that the price is higher than the model number! Right now I have a 360 (garmin car GPS) and it does work OK for me.
Here's the question- What are the differences between units? I thought it would be nice to compile a list on the following issues for GPS:
1- Buddy Rich compatible?? (Y/N) does it allow you to use bike intercom system with BR cable if there's bluetooth? (question 6) yes/no
2- MP3? - (Y/N) plays mp3 files so you don't have to hook up your ipod? yes/no
3- XM/Serius/whatever (Y/N/A) - I don't wanna pay for radio, but lots of people love it!! yes/no/adapter required
4- Map updates - F/P Free or paid?
5- import online map routes? (y/n/3) yes, no, 3rd party product needed... Can it get routes off of gmaps, mapquest, downloaded into the unit so you can plan the trip before you go?
6- Bluetooth? (A/D/N) Answers only, dials also (integrated address book), or NO bluetooth for phone connections when riding...
7- Waterproof? (Y,B) Yes, or requires baggie!!! :-)
Not sure what other features are needed... I really am most interested in 1, 2, and 5,6... 4 would be nice if they were free!!! Don't care much about 3.
Any other important features Missing?