Garmin really knows how to make you drool; announcing the nuvi 880 that occupies the front stage as far as portable navigation devices is concerned. Some of its features include advanced speech recognition, the dynamic MSN Direct content, a color touch screen, an audio book reader, an alarm, and maps of the USA, Canada and Puerto Rico, among others. This Navigator is positioned in the high-end market with a fair price and has some features of real value, such as reading text, the multi-path segment, a bluetooth for mobile phones, integrated media player and other utilities. It also supports native Internet connection to download traffic information in real time, schedules of events or shows, prices of fuel. Besides the mentioned navigation features, the nuvi 880 automatically sorts multiple destinations, displays speed limits for highways and interstates and can save up to 10,000 intermediary points. Additionally, it features a built-in Bluetooth module, which enables fast and easy communications, even while driving, since the device also packs a built-in microphone and a speaker.

Key Features

* 3.5 inch touchscreen
* 3.5G data connectivity
* A web browser with excellent features and integration
* Private messaging e-mail, text and instant messaging functions
* Built-in video camera, MP3 and MPEG4/AAC
* Wide screen color TFT WQVGA 4, 3-inch white backlight
* Maps preloaded City Navigator NT covering U.S.A, Canada and Puerto Rico
* Speech synthesis allowing you to keep your eyes on the road rather than on the screen while driving
* Bluetooth connectivity
* Travel Accessories such as integrated MP3 player, audio book player, FM transmitter, JPEG photo viewer and currency converter, among others.

The Garmin nuvi 880 is an expensive product, but quite worth it, given the extensive number of features and advanced specs it provides.


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