The Garmin nüvi 885T portable GPS navigator features advanced voice-recognition technology and Bluetooth wireless connectivity, so you can control your navigator and your compatible phone without using your hands. And you can count on even more reliable guidance with Garmin's improved routing capability plus lane assist and junction view features.
Convenient, hands-free navigation
The advanced speech recognition of the nüvi 885T really works you can scroll through menu options and enter addresses easily with your normal speaking voice all without using your hands. The navigator understands a wide range of commands, so you won't have to pull off the road to enter your next destination.
Ideal for everyday use
The nüvi 885T's generous 4.3" touchscreen displays detailed maps of the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. It offers 6 million points of interest, and you can add optional Garmin maps for other parts of the world. Text-to-speech voice prompts announce actual street names so you can concentrate on driving, and a built-in FM transmitter lets you hear voice prompts through your car's stereo.
If you prefer to run all your errands in one trip, Garmin's route optimization software sorts multiple destinations by the shortest distance between each stop, so you can save time, gas, and money on a single trip. You can save up to 10 different routes on the nüvi 885T before you hit the road. Garmin's lane assist and junction view features provide detailed views of upcoming turns and intersections, keeping you in the right lane so you're less likely to miss a turn.
Bluetooth convenience
Get in your car, and your phone synchs up with the navigator in an instant. You can make calls while your phone stays in your purse or pocket, and answer calls with the touch of a button while you keep your hands on the wheel.
Stay connected with MSN® Direct
Garmin offers a great way to stay on top of traffic and other information you might require on your drive. The included MSN Direct receiver gives you live updates on traffic situations along your route, so you can avoid backups. The MSN Direct service also includes local events listings, gas prices, movie times, news headlines, stock prices, and other valuable content from the web. You get the first three months' subscription for free when you purchase the nüvi 885T.
Important note: MSN Direct service will only be available through January 1, 2012.
So much more
The compact nüvi 885T remembers where it was when you turned it off carry it with you, and you'll be able to find your way back to your car in a large parking lot or on an unfamiliar street. Garmin's "Where Am I?" button finds the points of interest closest to your current location in an instant. Check out music and photos on your micro Secure Digital memory cards with the digital media player. A user-defined password keeps unauthorized users from using your navigator.
Details:
- GPS satellite navigation unit with built-in antenna
- suction-cup windshield mount and dashboard disk
- MP3/audiobook player and headphone jack
- wireless FM transmitter for broadcasting audio information over car stereo system
- JPEG picture viewer
- speech-recognition remote control
- car power adapter, USB cable, and built-in rechargeable battery with 4 hours of life
Navigation features:
- 4.3" (480 x 272 pixels) touchscreen control
- 6 million points of interest (allows custom points of interest)
- includes MSN Direct receiver with free 90-day subscription to MSN Direct service included (additional subscription required after trial period, but MSN Direct service will only be available through January 1, 2012)
- preloaded with maps for the Canada, Puerto Rico, and the entire United States
- accepts spoken commands and voice address entry
- text-to-speech technology lets voice prompts announce road names over the built-in speaker
- lane assist and junction view provide lane guidance through upcoming turns and intersections
- multi-destination routing: route optimization (allows 500 waypoints and stores up to 10 routes)
Expandability:
- Bluetooth technology for making and receiving hands-free calls with your compatible cell phone
- microSD card slot
- compatible with FM-TMC traffic-info service (additional receiver required)
Other features and specs:
- dimensions: 4-15/16"W x 3-1/8"H x 3/4"D
- weight: 6.2 oz.
- warranty: 1 year
- Want more peace of mind? Extended Service Plans Available
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