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by Tasha Miller

When looking for a good GPS, you can get easily overwhelmed when comparing all the different features that are available. If you are tired of getting lost, stopping for directions then trying to remember the directions or end up being given the wrong directions, then it might just be time for you to get a Garmin nuvi 350 Portable GPS navigator. This unit does more than just letting you know where you are. You will have turn-by-turn voice prompts, calling out turns by street name and letting you know exactly where to turn and how soon the turn is expected, so you don’t have to take your eyes off the road.

There are many features that are available on Garmin nuvi 350 Portable GPS navigator. Firstly one of the most important features is that the unit is portable, which makes taking this with you whether in the car or on foot very easy. Another is it’s size, weighing in at only 5.1 ounces and compact measurements of 3.87 x 2.91 x 0.87 inches (WxHxD), it is perfect for the pocket or purse.

While most people believe a GPS unit is limited to only telling you where you want to go, the Garmin nuvi 350 Portable GPS Navigator can also tell you where you don’t want to go and how to get around it. A combination of highly sensitive and accurate GPS receiver by SiRF along with Garmin’s GMT 10 FM TMC traffic receiver allow you to avoid traffic problems and give you a new route around the problem. Highly detailed maps of the US, Canada and even Puerto Rico are available though the satellite interface.

With a resolution of 320 X 240 pixels capable of producing 64,000 colors in a bright, easy to read display the GPS unit allows for plenty of room to display map data in both a 2D or 3D formats.

With the addition of a SD memory card slot you can expand on the existing information within the unit giving you access to electronic guides, points of interest and media files. For a boost in reception you can attach an external antenna to the Garmin nuvi 350 Portable GPS Navigator’s existing flip up antenna for increased performance. A built in high quality speaker provides you clear audio instructions and a 8 hour lithium ion battery makes sure you have enough power for any situation. In case you do have to recharge the unit, you are provided with a 12 volt car adapter as well as a AC wall unit to recharge it no matter where you are.

Touch screen controls, makes it easier for you to input your information, look for information such as logging or a restaurant. You can also play your favorite mp3’s, listen to an audio book or have your favorite pictures on the screen. Also with the built in travel kit you can have information about your trip such as trip distance, trip timer, real time world clock with time zones, currency converter, measurement converter, and a calculator.

The list of available features built into such a compact unit makes you under stand why the Garmin nuvi 350 Portable GPS Navigator and the Garmin company it’s self is the top selling GPS navigation system on the market today. It doesn’t matter if you’re a serious traveler or a weekend warrior, with all the available features and the affordable price tag, nobody should go without a Garmin GPS navigation system.

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