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BigMonki Occasional Visitor
Joined: Apr 17, 2006 Posts: 3
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Posted: Mon Apr 17, 2006 2:20 pm Post subject: Thinking about a Mio A701 |
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Hello All, new to this forum lark so stick with me if I get it wrong.
I currently run an ipaq h5550 with TTN5 BT. The thing is big and bulky, takes ages for a sat fix, and means I have to carry more than 1 item around. The other bug bear is that it's not good for walking!
So, I am looking for an all in one package and have been considering the A701. Can anyone tell me if they are any good? Also, if I do get an A701, should I stick with TTN5 or change for something that would allow the TTN5 benefits and be more practical for walking?
any info is greatly appreciated. |
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StevenGourlay Frequent Visitor
Joined: Sep 28, 2004 Posts: 808 Location: Ullapool
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Posted: Mon Apr 17, 2006 8:09 pm Post subject: |
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Hello
I have only played about with one for a few minutes and i would say if you are used to having a large phone you will be fine. The unit looks ok but is slightly too big for my tastes. The built in GPS seemed to work fine when i was in the warehouse testing it. I am not sure if it has the same issue with tomtom as most of the new MIO's have ie the device code changing constantly. I would recommend that you try and get a hold of one before you buy to see what you think. _________________ Regards
Steven Gourlay
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BigMonki Occasional Visitor
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Posted: Mon Apr 17, 2006 9:08 pm Post subject: |
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Thanks for the advice, what sat nav software are you using and do you think it will sit and work nicely in a tank bag? |
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StevenGourlay Frequent Visitor
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Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2006 1:14 am Post subject: |
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I tried using satnav on in the tank bag and did not like tbh, found myself trying to glance down at it when i really wanted to be watching ahead. It was just a GPS testing tool that i used but i think that one of my ex colleagues got tomtom 5 working, not 100% on that. _________________ Regards
Steven Gourlay
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