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Everyone now adays knows about the benifits of having a good GPS, but there are still so many questions.Should I get a installed GPS system in my car, a portable device, or just use a Global Positioning System-enabled app on my smartphone?

Since we know in many states txt messaging while driving has been outlawed, and we would hate to have you pulled over just because you where looking at directions via the GPS on your phone. And if you are like looking to be cost effective, like so much of the country, you should understand that dashboard GPS systems cost $1,500 to $2,000 per installation and although their hard disk space can be up to 30 GB, they don't generally deliver 10 times the functionality of a simpler, $100 portable unit.

Portable units such as the TomTom XXL 530 • S - Automotive GPS receiver are great particularly when traveling in an unfamiliar city, or busy in conversation with a passenger where you aren’t neccissiarly focused on the street signs. Portable units also have the ability to program them before you leave your house, the flexibility of allowing a passenger to re-program them during a drive, cheaper and simpler updating and the ability to take the unit wherever you go. Tibesti brings you the BEST GPS Products That Won’t Steer You Wrong!

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TomTom VIA 1505 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator

Expert says: Introducing the TomTom VIA 1505, equipped with superior driving intelligence. Travel with ease and style throughout the US, Canada & Mexico. This innovative navigator boasts a super-slim design, classic finish, new, intuitive user interface and a 5-inch touchscreen. Using TomTom maps, you have access to one million more miles of mapped road in the US than you would using any other GPS brand**. And, with TomTom Map Share On-Demand Updates, you can easily make instant changes and download verified updates from other TomTom users to your map. Outsmart delays using IQ Routes Technology*. The exclusive technology directs you to your destination using the smartest, fastest route possible. TomTom knows to avoid certain roads during rush hour, streets inundated with traffic light changes and pedestrian traffic, and more, so that you always take the fastest way to get anywhere, at any time.
Garmin nuvi 1450LMT 5-Inch Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Map & Traffic Updates

Expert says: See the big, wide world with the large screen nüvi 1450LMT. It offers free Lifetime Maps and Traffic, multiple-point routing, lane assist with junction view to guide you through busy highway interchanges, pedestrian routing options and ecoRoute to find the most fuel-efficient route.
Garmin nuvi 1350LMT 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator

Expert says: The widescreen nüvi 1350LMT adds free Lifetime Maps and Traffic to the nüvi 1350. In addition, this thin GPS announces streets by name, guides you to the proper lane for navigation, offers pedestrian navigation options and calculates a more fuel-efficient route with ecoRoute.
TomTom XXL 540TM 5-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator

Expert says: Get street smart with the TomTom XXL 540TM--complete, 5.0 inch widescreen navigation featuring Lifetime Traffic and Map Updates. Outsmart traffic and minimize delays with Lifetime Traffic Updates. Based on incoming traffic events, your device will suggest alternate routes. And, with Lifetime Map Updates you'll always drive with the latest and most accurate maps. On average, 15% of the road network changes each year, so it is important to have the most up-to-date maps. With the XXL 540TM you'll always stay current.
Magellan RoadMate 5045-LM 5-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator with Lifetime Maps and Traffic

Expert says: The RoadMate 5045-LM is a 5-inch GPS navigator perfect for any size vehicle. The huge 5-inch screen is 35% larger than a standard 4.3-inch screen. No need to worry about finding your way, since you get lifetime map updates included with the RoadMate 5045-LM.
Get free lifetime map updates! The RoadMate 5045-LM includes free map updates for the life of the navigator. Never again worry about finding the restaurant in a new part of town or locating the new parking garage.