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from DFW on 3/6/2009
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
The internal POI database is way out of date for the DFW area, but other GPS manufacturers are no better. Custom POI's are fairly easy to add, and Garmin's interface with Google maps makes adding Favorites very easy.
from Middle GA on 1/18/2009
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
It worked better for us in rural areas of Tennessee than in Atlanta. I presume constant road construction is a problem. "Traffic Receiver" lifetime subscription ads were not intrusive. I wish Garmin would provide modes/maps for marine and topo and transportable long life battery pack for true versatility.
from Cleburne, TX on 1/8/2009
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
The free lifetime traffic feature is great for the daily commute.
The lane assist feature is a saving grace for freeway driving.
It is sometimes slow to recognize mergers onto freeways.
There are not enough categories on the points of interest.
Prompt delivery in good packaging
from Los Angeles, CA on 1/5/2009
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
Excellent GPS. Only cons are that the blue tooth when using my cell phone did not work consistently. Also, FM Transmitter for playing MP3 had static (music sounds more like a radio than an MP3 player). But, I would only use this if I was renting a car without a CD/MP3 Player
from Brunswick, MD on 1/2/2009
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
Absolutely love this Garmin! The turn by turn directions, the detour and the traffic are awesome additions to this product. It was very easy to set up, and easier to use. The directions with street names is especially helpful for me since I am terrible with directions. The mp3 player and traffic are other features that I love. This product is definitely worth the money!
When I ordered this product it was on backorder, but the final delivery was prompt and made it in plenty of time to give as a Christmas gift. The condition was excellent (brand new). I contacted customer service via the website to inquire about the status of my order and they were professional and helpful and answered all of my questions. Awesome service, exceptional product and a company that I would definitely do business with again!
from Portola Valley, CA on 12/30/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I'm very happy with this unit. The maps are very easy to read and the voice instructions are clear -- plus they occur at just the right times to keep me going in the right direction.
I like the 3D (actually, perspective) display, not just because it is cool, and not just because it matches better what I see: The nice thing is that the area just in front of you is shown in greater detail, so that (for example) names of upcoming streets are available.
I also like the small size and the mounting arrangement. It takes me less than five seconds to pop it out of my dashboard mounting, slip it into its case (which I purchased separately) and drop it in my pocket.
Problems:
* As noted by everyone, the FM transmitter is not really usable in a metropolitan area. It does not override even distant signals.
* When I finish doing something in the menus, it seems like I have to press Back ad nauseum to return to the map.
* I don't drive fast enough, it appears. ETA estimates are always pretty optimistic. I'm not sure they consider anything other than the road's speed limit (for example, traffic lights and stop signs).
But in spite of these I'm very positive about the unit.
from nj on 12/29/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I like the traffic interface, the bluetooth interface. I don't use the MP3 feature or pictures.
from west haven, ct on 12/27/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
outstanding, simply outstanding! instant recalculations, and the TMC working in the background to recalculate around traffic problems needs to be experienced (if you're even able to realize that it's done the job!). terrific features but doesn't pair with all bluetooth devices including integrated resident vehicle audio systems. hopefully garmin will address in future!
good communications and product delivered promptly as promised!!
from Pennsylvania on 12/27/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
Very quick in acquiring sattelites. Fast and accurate.
The product arrived in perfect condition and on time.
from Cherry Hill, NJ on 12/27/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
The re-calculation of routes with multiple via points sometimes is not correct for optimal routes. But, I have not tested it on longer routes yet.
very good price on this product!
from New York on 12/26/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I use the unit to find addresses mostly. And while it occasionally butchers the name of a street it is telling me to turn on, it is a tremendous improvment over my previous Garmin. The portable size means I will now be able to travel with my own GPS which is a real plus over renting one everytime I get a rental car. I am also very pleased with it's functionality. The blue tooth connection to my cell phone allows me to easily place calls as I drive and eliminates the need to have a hands free ear plug when I drive around.
from Chicago, IL on 12/26/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
Cool system! Easy to setup and use. Free traffic and slick lane guidance especially on freeways.
from Great Mills, MD on 12/26/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I use it for shortest time on travels and to see how traffics ahead to my destination. Like the advance distance ahead that I have, before my next turn. Most of all use it to find specific adresses in my county.
My product was out of stock for 10 to 14 days as mentioned. But arrived sooner than I expected. I am very satisfied with the service and the product recieved in good condition.
from Flemington, NJ on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I use it every day, even when I know the directions. To be able to constantly see the speed limit on the unit is great. Having the traffic alerts as part of the deal is great and seeing the estimated time of arrival helps me not get nervous about arriving late.
The service was great from ABT. It was inititally backordered because the price was so great everyone must have been buying them. Before I realized it, the unit came. Great service at a great price.
from Northridge, CA on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
In testing it out, it does not pick the most direct routes - tries to send me via other freeways, streets, etc. than those that I already know to be the best.
from San Antonio, Texas on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
Two days ago it tried to put me the wrong way on a busy downtown street. Each of the major freeways has exit errors.
from Woodbury, MN on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
The product is a boon to me. I am not very well with directions and this product just takes the stress out of me. The lane assist feature is nifty although it shows only at some places. The GPS has some cool features especially the FM transmitter through which you can hear the turn by turn directions over the radio. The worst part is that the product takes some time to acquire the satellite signal for the first time its started or if it has been switched off for a long time. All said and done, I would give a thumbs up to buy this product.
The Delivery was in time and the packaging was very good. Proper care was taken to make the package shock resistant to protect the electronics kept inside
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from St Louis, Mo on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I use the unit constantly. I am an outdoor salesman and I use it as a powerful tool to find addresses for my customers.
from Hollis, NH on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
The best GPS I've owned. I love the 3D highway signs and the lane assist the best.
Fast delivery and packed very well.
from Wausau, WI on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
The product worked great for me. The lane assist feature was quite helpful. My only disappointment was the seemingly slow satellite acquisition. The menus are intuitive and I found teh places of interest usefule several times during my first use of the unit.
from New York on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
PROS:
Very cool with the lane assist
Updated screens
Boots and aquires satellites quickly
CONS:
Touch screen not so responsive
Colors not so vibrant as previous models
ABT was great in delivering super fast. Was in touch by email and by phone. Would definitely buy by such a reputable company again!
from Las Vegas, Nevada on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
This model turn on very fast, after I receive the unit I send a email to support and I receive a email about the necessity to update the unit before register. This will be the most important thing because it was necessary to update the unit. If you register the unit no more than 60 days after you bought the unit you are able to get a free map's update.
With this unit you can find a place in Garmin Connect and transfer to the unit and go there !!!. The 3d feature is very nice, but at this moment only big cities has this.
I bought this model for many reasons, but one of then was the traffic alert for the life of the unit!!!!.
Four times advice to me about the problems in the traffic, In the beginning I not trust that, but the advice was right because I see it was a lot of traffic!!!
You can go to map quest and get directions and transfer to your Garmin unit !!!, with this you can personalized your trip !!!!.
You can see an entire map of your trip, this is very great.
The bluetooth function works great, My cellphone pair with this unit very fast.
The delivery was perfect !!!. I stay in contact with my order checking my order.
My product arrive in perfect condition.
The customer service was great.
from New Bern, NC on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
The 765T does everything a bit better than the 6xx series. It shows your vehicle speed and time of arrival on the main screen - very nice. Lane assist should be nice but it doesn't work anywhere in my area of eastern NC. So I went to NY City and it didn't work there either. I have yet to see it.
The pictures of buildings in urban areas works OK but I have only simulated it. Wash DC shows lots of detail. Nothing where I live.
The ability to download geo-referenced photo's doesn't work well. You can do it and probably have 20 to 30 in your area. But everytime you try to go to a Favorite, you have to page through most of them if they are closer. Frustrating. They need their own folder in "Where to".
The black color is better than the old silver. Doesn't reflect off the windshield. The ability to make custom routes is the best feature. Now you can preplan.
Would I buy again? No, not unless I needed updated maps and buying new cost little more. I would wait for the 865 which is non-existant. That would be this software with speech activation. They must be developing it right now. That's the one I want. The 880 is just an updated 780 without some of the features above.
A nice unit but not much of an upgarde unless you live near a major interstate/large city where all the features work.
from Antioch, CA on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
It's great for traveling if you don't know your way around. Very acurate
from St Louis, Mo on 12/25/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
Unit gets confused often and the Bluetooth is very unreliable.
from ny on 12/24/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
The GPS works well but the menus require lots of clicks to get where you want to on them. Volume control should be right on the screen always. If the radio is on and you want to make the GPS louder you have to take your eyes off the road to scroll through 3 screens. A home button should be on the main screen as should a cancel navigation button. Also, the Garmin should beep just before you have to make a turn. If there are several streets close together, exacatly where to turn can be confusing. We had a Magellan that beeped just before the turn. It was easy, hear the beep, turn.
On the plus side, it's small with a large screen. It gets you where you want to go, easily, finds addresses quickly, and has a very good secure mount. It gives you elevation, which is a fun thing, as our Magellan did. All and all it's a very good unit, but no better than our previous old Magellan.
from Chicago, IL on 12/23/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I use this product for frequent business trips. PROS: Easy to use, links up quickly with Satellite, Nice bright display
CONS: Exiting shopping centers, parking lots tend to confuse unit until you are on the designated road or highway. Included traffic information via FM is limited.
Overall: Good operation with easy controls. Update is done with USB cable connected to computer. Mapping update is ONLY good for 60 days after registration/purchase.
from Baltimore/Metro DC area on 12/22/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
Generally speaking, this product performs great! I've found a few minor errors (mispelled roads/towns, incorrect speed limit postings, etc.), but otherwise I've been very happy with it. Except for one thing...the FM traffic isn't worth the extra money. I live in one of the most highly congested areas of the country, and was hoping that this would help me get around the traffic on some of the worse days. I do better with a simple traffic report from the radio station and good knowledge of the back roads. Save your money. Buy the 755T. It has just about all of the same features, except for the FM traffic.
from Langhorne, PA on 12/22/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I have used garmin products for many years. This is the best yet.
from Bartlett, Illinos on 12/20/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I have owned this product for about 3 weeks and this is my first GPS device. I am happy with the product but being a Chicagoland native I am sometimes scepticle with the routes that I am given. With that being said I realize that no product is perfect. I am however displeased that when on a tollroad,such as I90 the device will guide you thru a toll booth when it is not nesessary. Though this device will never get you lost I feel that some of the routes given are not the best.I am pleased with the high contrast ratios and fast refresh rates. The display is very desirable and has a nice footprint. I do however have one question to ask. This device is supposed to have free live traffic and I do not understand how it works. Is it automatic?? Given the fact that no device is perfect I would recommend this device to anyone who's clueless to where they are heading.
from San Diego, CA on 12/19/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I just travelled 2,600 miles using my Nuvi 765T and found it to be a great help. I found hotels and food as well as my route with ease.
from North Brunswick NJ on 12/19/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
Nuvi 765 T is good with specific directions,and saves time in finding town names.I have navigation in one of my cars this is better then the system I have in Infiniti for which I paid $3500
from St Louis, Mo on 12/19/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I travel all the time and rely completely on my Garmin. It needs better bluetooth capabilities.
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from Wheeling,IL on 12/10/2008
Comments about Garmin Garmin Nuvi 765T GPS Navigation System:
I was using the GPS that came with my cell phone which liked to work every now and then.. I chose to purchase a GPS unit because I know they work well. So far I have no issues with the device> I would not pick any other brand..GARMIN ALL THE WAY!!!!!!!!