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Taking a fresh approach to GPS navigation. Mio Moov 300 combines a widescreen display with a completely new software interface. Designed to bring GPS navigation to everyone, Mio Moov 300 makes it as easy as possible to navigate to virtually any address in the U.S. and even reads actual street names along the way with advanced Text-to-Speech. The most striking feature of Mio Moov 300 is the 4.3' widescreen display. This extra large screen is your window to the navigation world and makes it easier than ever to get the information you need as you travel. A bigger screen means bigger buttons, clearer text and bigger map on the screen. Mio Moov 300 uses an advanced Text-to-Speech feature, which will read you the actual street names of upcoming turns. Full U.S. maps are preloaded, and Mio Moov 300 comes complete with a windshield mount and car adaptor, so all you need to do is hit the power switch and choose a destination. Win CE.Net 5.0 0perating System Navigation Software and Maps MioMap2008 and TeleAtlas Maps Dimensions - Depth 5.1 x Width 0.7 x Height 3.3 Weight - 0.38 pounds

'From the Manufacturer (June 19, 2008)':
Get easy-to-follow voice-guided directions and access to over 3.5 million points of interest with the svelte, stylish Mio Moov 300, which features an extra-large widescreen 4.3-inch LCD for clearer text and more map on the screen. With pre-loaded maps of all 50 U.S. States and Puerto Rico, the Mio Moov 300 is ready to operate in minutes with no computer set-up required. 0ther features include 1 GB of internal memory, an SD/MMC memory card slot, and up to 2.5 hours of battery life.

Never miss a turn with 3D indicators and clear voice turn-by-turn guidance.

The Mio Moov 300 sports a 4.3-inch, square-shaped display (480 x 272-pixel resolution) with a bright, anti-glare screen for easy viewing in any environment. All the controls, buttons and menus accessed via the touchscreen have been optimized for ease of use and fast access to the features you use the most. lf you know the address of your destination, you can use the software's address-entry wizard and its on-screen keyboard. You can also use the Multi-stop Trip Planner function if you're running several errands. The Moov 300 allows you to save up to 200 destinations in a favorites list for easy access to your most visited addresses and points of interest.

While most GPS devices will alert you that you are 'about to turn left in 100 yards,' the Moov 300 goes a step further and includes an advanced Text-to-Speech feature that reads the actual street name as your next turn approaches--enabling you to spend more time watching the road and less concentration on the GPS screen.

Mio Moov devices feature the new SiRFlnstantFixll GPS receiver, which deliver faster GPS signal locks so you can begin navigating as soon as you're ready to drive. The SiRFlnstantFixll chip can find and lock a GPS signal in as few as five seconds during typical device start-ups, almost half a minute faster than other GPS devices. For users in cities where tall buildings can impede GPS signals--creating 'urban canyons'--a fast signal requisition can be the difference between missing a turn and arriving on-time.

0ther features include:

• With over 3.5 million points of interest, it's easy to find restaurants, gas stations, emergency assistance, hotels and more.
• United States street-level maps are pre-loaded on the 1 GB internal memory
• SD/MMC memory card slot for additional map loading
• USB port for connection to your PC
• lnternal speaker
• Dimensions: 5.1 x 3.3 x 0.7 inches (WxHxD)
• Weight: 6.1 ounces

The Home screen.

Clear mapping directions.

Real-Time Traffic Alerts
The Mio Moov 300 is compatible with the optional Traffic Messaging Channel (TMC) subscription service, which can provide real-time updates on accidents, detours and construction that could delay or prevent drivers from reaching their destination. With TMC real-time alerts, you'll be warned early of trouble spots up ahead and get suggestions for routes around the obstruction. While you can add this service to the Moov 300, the Mio Moov 310 comes equipped with TMC right out of the box.

What's in the Box
Mio M00V 300 GPS device, car mount, car power cord, software and documentation CD









Piece Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours

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Buyer's feedback: - * Simple as Mio but not so professional as Garmin or Tom Tom ...
I bought it and used it in CA. I got two errors searching after Walmart near SF and also trying to find a specific PoI in LA. I'm not so sure if this is because the map or the product itself.
It is also slow when you search through the menu or type an address.

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Buyer's feedback: - Traffic Reports NOT Available At All (Aug '08)
I just got off the phone with Mio, as I tried to learn how to turn on the "optional" traffic report service I was told (by the salesman in the store where I bought it) I would have to buy a subscription to.

Mio says "The model 300 does not have the hardware built in for receiving traffic reports... but that feature will be available in the future."

No date was given. But I was told that the Moov 310 has traffic reports built in.

If you want a unit that adjusts to traffic conditions, do NOT buy the Moov 300. (I am now taking mine back to Radio Shack.)

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Buyer's feedback: - * Good beginnner GPS for local travel ...
I purchased this unit to use on the road. I have been using a GPS system for about 4 years. I have one built in to my Jeep, have been renting from Hertz when traveling. Decided I would purchase a unit to save the rental fee everytime.

Pros
The unit is able to locate satellites very quickly. The street name announcements are great. The tracking is quite reliable.

Cons
System does not include airports as a POI. I was unable to locate an airport unless I knew the terminal name, not just the city or airport name (ex: can't find Phoenix airport or Phoenix Sky Harbor airport). It could however if the terminal had a name, such as Barry Goldwater Terminal 4. The chances are remote a traveler would know that level of details about an airport. I contacted tech support,below is their response.
Hello, because there are over 120 million poi's in the US alone and not all can be listed. And our map supplier decides which goes into your maps. There is a POI loader that will be coming out soon and will be announced on our website. This POI loader will allow you to look up anything you want and save it to your PC then transfer to a SD card for your device.

I find this to be crazy and not of much use. So I returned the unit after 2 days and purchased a Garmin Nuvi 360.

Hope this helps.

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Buyer's feedback: - Wost purchase ever
This was my fourth GPS: I had early versions of Tom Tom, Garmin and Intellinav 1. This is by far worst GPS ever. I used it once, on my way from work to home. It gives directions to the next intersection only. In the city, it says: "in the next 100 feet go straight" every 100 feet. On the highway, it says "in one mile, keep left", every time there is an exit on right or the road has a curve. Finally, when I was on my street one block from home, it said: "turn right". I decided to return it. And it is impossible! The ANTOnline, which sells this device through Amazon, refuses to accept returns of GPS. Amazon supports their policy. I had to buy another GPS and keep this one as a reminder, not to deal with Amazon anymore.

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Buyer's feedback: - * So Far So Good ...
I need a GPS for my daugther, who got her driver license recently and have been calling home asking for direction often :-) After surveying the field I narrowed my choices down to: Garmin 260W, TomTom XL-S, and Mio Moov 300. The main selection criteria are:
1. bigger screen
2. text-to-speech
3. all gps functions, none others (e.g. bluetooth)

Since Moov 300 is fairly new and there aren't a lot reviews it is sort of a risky buy. However, since all 3 are pretty much the same functionality-wise, the tie-breaker came down to price. After a couple of weeks, here are some opinions:

Pros:
1. fairly easy to use (never read the manual).
2. find satellites almost instantly (< 15sec), even inside my house. Note that performance might vary, I can only speak from my experience.
3. Good text-to-speech, announce direction in advance. Again, I read some people complained it announced turns too late, but not yet to me. It usually announces twice, once to remind you beforehand, the other when the turn is near.
4. fast re-route
Cons:
1. Battery is weak, less than 2 hours.
2. Sometimes the route is devious.

Overall, I consider it worth the money if you are not too picky.