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Yeah, unless it said something in small print on the store's ad, I'd think they'd be hard pressed not to accept the coupon. In reality, coupons are basically "payment" for the store too... They forward them on to a clearing house and are reimbursed for the coupons they accepted. They even get a bonus of a few cents each (it's in small print on most manuf. coupons). Double- or triple-couponing is a little different for a store, but Wal-mart doesn't offer that so it's a non-issue.

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All you have to do is go through the 2004 Archive and look for threads about listing the ad on the site (usually started by Brad) or a list of the sale items... And make a note of the date.

I'll leave that task to you... http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/Male/old.gif

GPS Units that provide true Text-to-Speech (A voice will say things like "Turn right onto Buckeye St. in 500 ft.) ~~Garmin StreetPilot c340~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: nearly 6mil Maps: All 50 states, Canada & Puerto Rico GPS Type: ??? Pros: Compatible with traffic updates service (but at an additional cost), you can now import customized points of interest with the help of Garmin's free POI Loader software. The possibilities are endless — upload safety cameras or school zones, and you will receive a warning if you are traveling too fast. In addition, an optional proximity-alert feature notifies you of upcoming custom POIs. Cons: Some readers posting at ZDNet/CNet complain of poor signal acquisition and lock-ups in their c340 reviews. (but that could be due to needing firmware updates) $199.99 @ Circuit City http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/garmin-streetpilot-c340/4505-3430_7-31468212.html (Goodness - the video is really old - apparently the c340 retailed for $800 when it was first released). http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2005/12/garmin_streetpi.html http://jeremy.zawodny.com/blog/archives/006212.html ~~Garmin StreetPilot c550~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: nearly 6mil Maps: All 50 states, Canada & Puerto Rico GPS Type: SiRFstar III chipset Pros: BLUETOOTH, MP3 Player, You can now import customized points of interest with the help of Garmin's free POI Loader software. The possibilities are endless — upload safety cameras or school zones, and you will receive a warning if you are traveling too fast. In addition, an optional proximity-alert feature notifies you of upcoming custom POIs. A 3-month subscription is included in the U.S. -- after that it will cost you $60 for 15 months. Cons: Occasionally slow to acquire a satellite fix $329.99 @ Best Buy http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/garmin-streetpilot-c550/4505-3430_7-31789579.html http://gpsinformation.info/550/550.html ~~Garmin StreetPilot c580~~ The c580 is exactly the same as the c550, but with the addition of the MSN Direct service. The first year of MSN Direct service is included with the unit. After that, it's $49.95/year or a one time payment of $129.95. MSN Direct service is not available in all areas. Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: nearly 6mil Maps: All 50 states, Canada & Puerto Rico GPS Type: SiRFstar III chipset Pros:BLUETOOTH, MP3 Player, You can now import customized points of interest with the help of Garmin's free POI Loader software. The possibilities are endless — upload safety cameras or school zones, and you will receive a warning if you are traveling too fast. In addition, an optional proximity-alert feature notifies you of upcoming custom POIs. The main difference between the Garmin StreetPilot c550 and this unit is the addition of the MSN Direct services. With it, you can receive real-time traffic conditions, and you can even avoid the congested areas before hitting the road, as the unit provides directions around the traffic. Alternatively, if you happen to hit traffic as you're driving, the c580 will automatically look for alternate routes. For more info: http://garmin.msndirect.com/NavigationServicePlansGarmin.aspx $399.99 @ CompUSA (Thur-Fri-Sat) (Free $25 Gift Card with Any GPS Purchase $259 & Up) http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/garmin-streetpilot-c580/4505-3430_7-32309199.html http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/gadgets/hands-on-garmins-streetpilot-c580-gps-instant-traffic-movies-gas-priceswith-a-catch-243683.php http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/c580 (great video of features) http://review.zdnet.com/navigation/garmin-streetpilot-c580/4505-3430_16-32309199.html http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2007/02/garmin_streetpi.html#more ~~Garmin nuvi 260~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels POI: 6mil Maps: All 50 states, Canada and Puerto Rico GPS Type: ??? Pros: Picture viewer (if that matters to you) Cons: No MP3 player (if that matters to you) $249.97 @ hhgregg $249.99 @ Staples http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/garmin-nuvi-260/4505-3430_7-32566237.html http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2007/09/garmin-nuvi-260.html http://www.satnavreviewer.com/news/26/Garmin_introduces_the_entry-level_nuvi_260 ~~Garmin nuvi 350~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels POI: 6mil Maps: All 50 states, Canada & Puerto Rico GPS Type: SiRFSTAR III Pros: Compatible with traffic updates service (but at an additional cost), Picture viewer, MP3 Player, Audio Book Player, language translator (if that matters to you) Cons: ??? $299.99 @ Bass Pro Shops $299.99 @ Circuit City http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/garmin-nuvi-350/4505-3430_7-31518214.html http://www.37signals.com/svn/archives2/garmin_nuvi_350_insanely_recommended.php http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2005/12/garmin_nuvi_350.html ~~Garmin nuvi 660~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: nearly 6mil Maps: All 50 states, Canada & Puerto Rico GPS Type: SiRFstar III chipset Pros: BLUETOOTH, Compatible with traffic updates service (but at an additional cost), MP3 Player, Picture Viewer, FM Transmitter (as I understand it, you should be able to tune your car's radio to a particular FM station and hear the MP3s and text-to-speech instructions through your car's speakers) $399.99 @ Best Buy http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/garmin-nuvi-660/4505-3430_7-32078943.html (apparently, this unit retailed for $1,000 at launch) http://www.gpsmagazine.com/2006/10/garmin_nuvi_660_indepth_review.php (Editor's Choice Award of 2006) http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/007791.php (10/10/06 reviewer's comments= "the best GPS I have ever used") ~~HP iPaq 310 Travel Companion~~ Screen: WIDESCREEN 4.3", 800x480 pixels (better than the 480x272 on most widescreen units), POI: ??? Maps: ??? GPS Type: 600Mhz Centrality Titan DualCore platform Pros: BLUETOOTH, The 600Mhz Titan is rated at an equivalent of 2 Million correlators, to be compared to the 200,000 of the SiRFstarIII chipset and 200,000 polygons in OpenGL, unique 3D Navigation including accurate 3D buildings (http://www.infosyncworld.com/car_tech/hp_ipaq_310.html?rfp=dta), "Enjoy your music, videos, preinstalled games, and photos" $399.99 @ CompUSA (Thur-Fri-Sat) (Free $25 Gift Card with Any GPS Purchase $259 & Up) http://www.gpspassion.com/forumsen/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=96823 http://www.notebooks.com/2007/09/06/hp-ipaq-300-series-travel-companion-gps-device-video http://www.hhcmag.com/reviews/hp_ipaq_310/index.htm ~~Magellan Maestro 4040~~ Screen: WIDESCREEN 4.3", 480x272 pixels, POI: 4.5 mil Maps: All 50 states, Puerto Rico & Canada GPS Type: SiRFstar III Pros: BLUETOOTH, compatible with traffic updates service (but at an additional cost), The 4000 series units feature “Quickspell” capability, which limits the letters on the keyboard to only those letters that can logically be next in the street name (or town/state) that you are typing. Definitely a nice feature. Cons: ??? $299.99 @ Radio Shack http://www.gpsmagazine.com/2007/04/review_magellan_maestro_4040.php http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/magellan-maestro-4040/4505-3430_7-32382700.html http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2704,2115051,00.asp ~~Magellan Maestro 4210~~ Screen: WIDESCREEN 4.3", 480x272 pixels, POI: 6 mil Maps: All 50 states, Puerto Rico & Canada GPS Type: SiRFstar III Pros: Built-In AAA Travel Information, The 4000 series units feature “Quickspell” capability, which limits the letters on the keyboard to only those letters that can logically be next in the street name (or town/state) that you are typing. Definitely a nice feature. Cons: I can't tell if it has Bluetooth and I can't tell if traffic service is available $299.99 @ CompUSA (Thur-Fri-Sat) (Free $25 Gift Card with Any GPS Purchase $259 & Up). http://www.magellanmaestro4210.com ~~Navigon 2100~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: 1.6mil Maps: 48 contiguous states only GPS Type: SiRFstar III NOTE: I had some questions about the Navigon that I couldn't find on their site. Read my summary of a phone call to a Navigon Tech Support Agent. Pros: Lifetime traffic Service for 68 major cities is included (http://www.navigon.com/static/navigon_usa/products/traffic.html), IMHO it's the most attractive interfaces barring the HP iPaq 310, Automatic Speed Warnings: Shows posted speed limit and notifies driver with visual and verbal warnings when driver is speeding, at $99.99, this is the cheapest GPS with text-to-speech, Access to Zagat data (restaurant reviews) is availble for $39. Cons: Not that many reviews about the 2100, period (and none that actually review a 2100 in use vs. just rehashing the features list). The higher end Navigon units have been reported to take a long time to get a satellite lock (2 minutes for the 7100 and 7 minutes for the 5100) $99.99 w/Lifetime Traffic Service ($99 value) @ Staples $149.99 w/Lifetime Traffic Service ($99 value) @ Radio Shack ---> The exact model at Staples is the 2100T, I believe it's because the Traffic feature is bundled in the box, not an add on like they are probably doing at Radio Shack. If you know otherwise, PM me. <-- http://www.mobilewhack.com/navigon-2100-wows-consumers/ http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/013367.php http://www.gpsdock.com/blogs/2007/09/07/new-gps-system-navigon-2100/ http://terrywhite.com/techblog/?p=377 (thanks ctxx24!) Video Demo: http://www.navigon.com/static/navigon_usa/products/_video/mn6_us_2100_320x240.html ~~TomTom One XL-S~~ Screen: WIDESCREEN 4.3", 480x272 pixels, POI: "millions" (probably 6mil) Maps: All 50 states, Canada & Puerto Rico GPS Type: SiRFstar III Pros: FREE, that's right, FREE MAP UPDATES!, choice of routes: such as quickest, shortest, avoiding toll roads, pedestrian and bicycling routes (most GPS units only allow choice of the quickest or the shortest), Itinerary planning: plan your trip by defining multiple waypoints and destinations, optional warning when exceeding recorded speed limit (available on most highways and major roads), car speed linked volume: volume of voice instructions will increase/decrease depending on speed of car, sign post information: exit sign info displayed in navigation mode, Built-in Bluetooth technology INCLUDING hands-free calling, traffic service is available (but at an additonal cost) Cons: ??? $259.99 @ Office Depot http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2007/11/tomtom-one-xl-s.html http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/014097.php http://www.electronista.com/articles/07/10/16/tomtom.one.xl.s/ ~~TomTom GO 720~~ (I'm pretty sure this is the model - hhgregg's ad doesn't say) Because I am not 100% sure about which unit this is, and because hhgregg is the only store offering this unit, I'm not really going to spend time looking for all the details (sorry). If you are interested, check out the links below. I do know that it's a step up from the TomTom One XL-S and it has the text-to-speech capability. $349.97 @ hhgregg http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/tomtom-go-720/4505-3430_7-32576169.html?tag=prod.txt.1 http://www.gpsreview.net/tomtom-720/ http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/011895.php http://www.pcworld.com/article/id,137483-page,1/article.html http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2007/08/tomtom-go-720-r.html http://www.tomtom.com/products/product.php?ID=383&Category=0&Lid=4 The "Mystery Unit! (LOL!) ~~TomTom 100~~ $449.99 @ Office Depot I can't find a review or any information about this unit nor can I find it on TomTom.com.

GPS Units that provide Voice Prompts (A voice will say things like "Turn right in 500 ft.) ~~Garmin StreetPilot c330~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: 5mil Maps: All 50 states, Canada & Puerto Rico GPS Type: ??? Pros: Basic design might be easier for the non-tech-oriented user. Cons: Reasonably "old tech" -- release date was Spring 2005. Only the most basic of options are available on this. $128.88 @ Circuit City http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/garmin-streetpilot-c330/4505-3430_7-31288776.html http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1759,1849760,00.asp http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2005/11/garmin_streetpi.html http://www.time.com/time/gadget/20050406/ (review date of 3/6/05, yeah, this thing is OLD) ~~Garmin Nuvi 200~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: 6mil Maps: 48 contiguous states, plus Hawaii & Puerto Rico (No Alaska or Canada) GPS Type: ??? Pros: Picture viewer (if that matters to you) Cons: No MP3 player (if that matters to you) $169.99 @ Best Buy http://reviews.cnet.com/Garmin_Nuvi_200/4660-6490_7-6737607.html http://review.zdnet.com/navigation/garmin-nuvi-200/4505-3430_16-32370612.html http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/gadgets/first-garmin-nuvi-200-gps-review-barebones-fast-capable-246090.php http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2007/03/garmin_nuvi_200_1.html ~~Garmin Nuvi 200W~~ (the wide screen version of the entry-level nuvi 200) Screen: WIDESCREEN 4.3", 480x272 pixels, POI: 6mil Maps: 48 contiguous states, Hawaii & Puerto Rico (No Alaska or Canada) GPS Type: ??? Pros: Picture viewer (if that matters to you) Cons: No MP3 player (if that matters to you) $249.99 @ CompUSA (Friday) $349.99 @ L-N-T (20% off coupon makes this $279.99) http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/garmin-nuvi-200w/4505-3430_7-32480172.html http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2007/08/garmin-nuvi-200.html http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/010299.php ~~Magellan Roadmate 1200~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: 1.3mil Maps: 48 contiguous states, Hawaii & Puerto Rico (No Alaska or Canada) GPS Type: SiRFstar III chipset Pros: Very basic unit which might make it easier for non-tech people to use Cons: Only 1.3 mil POI, no MP3 player, no picture viewer (if you care) $124.99 @ Circuit City http://www.mobilewhack.com/magellan-roadmate-1200/ http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2007/10/magellan_roadmate_1200.html http://www.engadget.com/2007/10/30/magellans-roadmate-1200-keeps-the-low-enders-happy/ ~~Magellan Maestro 3100~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: only 750K (very few) Maps: 48 contiguous states GPS Type: SiRFstar III Pros: It can handle multi-stop trips (like the Mio units), "The windshield mount is long enough that the Maestro isn't too far away from the driver. Some other GPS devices ship with mounts that are too short, and place the GPS too close to the windshield." Cons: Only 750K POIs -- are they kidding? -- no GPS being offered on BF has fewer POIs!, It's apparently difficult to remove the device from the vehicle mount., Also "While maps were readable, we thought the color was a bit washed out and wished there was a little more contrast. Lowering the screen's brightness helped slightly, but it wasn't quite up to par with some other systems we've seen." $129.99 @ K-mart (Thanksgiving Day Sale) $129.99 @ Radio Shack $139.97 @ hhgregg $139.99 @ Staples $139.99 @ OfficeMax $139.99 @ CompUSA (Thursday) $149.00 @ Target $149.99 @ Sears http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/magellan-maestro-3100/4505-3430_7-32452786.html http://www.gpsmagazine.com/2007/05/magellan_maestro_3100_indepth.php http://www.engadget.com/2007/05/22/magellan-maestro-3100-gps-gets-reviewed/ http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2007/05/magellan_maestr_1.html ~~Magellan Maestro 4000~~ Screen: WIDESCREEN 4.3", 480x272 pixels, POI: 1.6 mil Maps: 48 contiguous states GPS Type: SiRFstar III Pros: The 4000 series units feature “Quickspell” capability, which limits the letters on the keyboard to only those letters that can logically be next in the street name (or town/state) that you are typing. Definitely a nice feature. Cons: Only 1.6 mil POIs $199.99 @ Meijer (Thanksgiving Day Sale) $249.99 @ OfficeMax $249.99 @ Sears http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/magellan-maestro-4000/4505-3430_7-32382701.html http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/010610.php http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2007/05/magellan_maestr.html ~~Mio DigiWalker C220~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: 3.5 mil Maps: All 50 states, Canada and Puerto Rico GPS Type: SiRFstar III Pros: Mio GPS units can be modified for additional functionality if you wish -- at your own risk -- http://hugginsnet.com/ilovemymio One nifty thing about Mio GPS units is that they are built on the Windows CE.Net 5.0 operating system and can be modified for additional features, Red Light Camera or Speed Cameras anyone??? How about changing the "skin" to make it match your personal style? (similar to the desktop on a computer). How about watching a video file, viewing pictures, etc. on your Mio? (even though it doesn't have that feature "out of the box", apparently, you can add software to it to give it additional functionality). The Mio C220 now uses TeleAtlas maps (ver. 2006.10) vs. the Mio Map 3.2 they used to use (apparently the new ones are more accurate), The Mio also has the ability to start a route somewhere else (Advanced and seldom used, it can help you when you are armchair quarterbacking your route planning -- this can also help you guide someone else over the phone to another location) Cons: Speaker is kinda quite from what I've read, "The screen is moderately bright, and not the brightest I have ever seen. Very passable in all but the most direct sunlight.", the power connection is on the bottom edge of the unit which may limit your mounting options, They apparently need to add “Along Route” to the POI option list. Apparently, you can search for POIs that are nearby to where you are, but you would have trouble finding food, fuel, post office, along your planned route -- the unit will tell you where the nearest POI is, but that may not be in the direction you are traveling. As I understand it, the US model Mios only have one male voice unless you add more voices to the unit (they can be downloaded). Other company's GPS units have 12+ voices to choose from. "There are some advanced features that aren’t found in some other units at much higher prices. I’ll admit though that this can send beginners into a tailspin, but if you are up to the task, the capabilities are pretty powerful. <snip> The question of screen brightness has come up several times in various online postings, and I see it this way: The Mio C220 screen is not the brightest, but in all but the worst conditions it works well for me. To me the advantage of so many other features on the C220 far outweighs this slight blemish when comparing to other units in this price range. I see this as a pretty good value." http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/011571.php $79.98 AR @ PepBoys (here's a $10 coupon for PepBoys, YMMV) PepBoys is also giving the first 50 people in line a $10 gift card. $99.99 @ OfficeMax $99.99 @ Micro Center $99.99 @ Circuit City http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/mio-c220/4505-3430_7-32422275.html http://www.ubergizmo.com/15/archives/2007/05/mio_c220_review.html http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/011571.php ~~Mio DigiWalker C320~~ Screen:WIDESCREEN 4.3" , 480x272 pixels, POI: 1.7 mil Maps: All 50 states & Puerto Rico (No Canada) GPS Type: SiRFstar III Pros: Mio GPS units can be modified for additional functionality if you wish -- at your own risk -- http://hugginsnet.com/ilovemymio One nifty thing about Mio GPS units is that they are built on the Windows CE.Net 5.0 operating system and can be modified for additional features, Red Light Camera or Speed Cameras anyone??? How about changing the "skin" to make it match your personal style? (similar to the desktop on a computer). How about watching a video file, viewing pictures, etc. on your Mio? (even though it doesn't have that feature "out of the box", apparently, you can add software to it to give it additional functionality). An MP3 player is here (vs. the C220). The Mio C320 now uses TeleAtlas maps (ver. 2006.10) vs. the Mio Map 3.2 they used to use (apparently the new ones are more accurate), Compatible with traffic service (but at an additional cost), Split screen tabbed browsing is a big plus (go here http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/013522.php and scroll down to the Tabbed Browsing heading for a full explanation) Cons: There is a POI search for stores and places of business, which is a huge help, but the database is a bit limited. WalMart, Target, Dunkin' Donuts, Starbucks are all in there, but things like Old Navy and The Gap aren’t. As I understand it, the US model Mios only have one male voice unless you add more voices to the unit (they can be downloaded). Other company's GPS units have 12+ voices to choose from. "Overall, I think that the Mio C320 is a solid GPS for Mio and offers a good entry-level widescreen GPS. Mio continues to keep price pressure on the GPS world, and in the year since they rocked the GPS market with the introduction of the Mio C310x, they have seen more competition in the value end of the market. With that said, they have not stood still and continue to innovate and drive shelf prices lower, keeping a price edge and staying competitive in features arena. The navigation is sound, and the interface is good, but not as dead easy at a Garmin. There are a lot of very happy Mio users who come to learn the interface quickly and are confident in the navigation. I think that the Mio C320 represents a good value with some innovative features that can make your navigation life easier after you learn your way around the interface. Definitely add the Mio C320 to the list when shopping around for entry-level GPS devices." http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/013522.php $149.99 @ Radio Shack http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/013522.php http://www.vnunet.com/computeractive/hardware/2196567/review-mio-digiwalker-c320-sat http://www.gadgetspeak.com/gadget/article.rhtm/755/454356/Mio_C320_Satellite_Navigation.html ~~TomTom One~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: 1.6mil Maps: All 50 states & Canada (No Puerto Rico) GPS Type: SiRFstar III Pros: FREE, that's right, FREE MAP UPDATES!, choice of routes: such as quickest, shortest, avoiding toll roads, pedestrian and bicycling routes (most GPS units only allow choice of the quickest or the shortest), Itinerary planning: plan your trip by defining multiple waypoints and destinations, optional warning when exceeding recorded speed limit (available on most highways and major roads), car speed linked volume: volume of voice instructions will increase/decrease depending on speed of car, sign post information: exit sign info displayed in navigation mode, Built-in Bluetooth technology for TomTom PLUS services (Easy connection process to the mobile phone for PLUS Services only -- this unit WILL NOT sync with your phonefor hands-free calling -- look to some of the $300+ units for that kind of functionality Cons: Can take a minute to get a full satellite lock. No integrated music or video player, don't want a photo viewer (again, if you care), the POI list may be a little dated (missing POIs that "should be there" or ones that are listed that are out of business) $129.97 @ hhgregg $139.98 @ PepBoys (here's a $10 coupon for PepBoys, YMMV) PepBoys is also giving the first 50 people in line a $10 gift card. http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/tomtom-one/4505-3430_7-32026663.html http://www.gpsmagazine.com/2006/09/review_tomtom_one.php?page=1 http://gpstracklog.typepad.com/gps_tracklog/2006/08/tomtom_one_revi.html (with links to even MORE reviews on the TomTom One) ~~TomTom One - 3rd Edition~~ Screen: 3.5" with 4:3 aspect ratio, 320x240 pixels, POI: 1.6mil Maps: All 50 states, Canada & Puerto Rico GPS Type: SiRFstar III GPS Receiver Pros: FREE, that's right, FREE MAP UPDATES!, choice of routes: such as quickest, shortest, avoiding toll roads, pedestrian and bicycling routes (most GPS units only allow choice of the quickest or the shortest), optional warning when exceeding recorded speed limit (available on most highways and major roads), car speed linked volume: volume of voice instructions will increase/decrease depending on speed of car, sign post information: exit sign info displayed in navigation mode, Built-in Bluetooth technology for TomTom PLUS services (Easy connection process to the mobile phone for PLUS Services only -- this unit WILL NOT sync with your phonefor hands-free calling -- look to some of the $300+ units for that kind of functionality Cons: ??? The main difference with the 3rd edition over the "plain" TomTom Ones is support for TomTom Map Share™ which lets users share improvements, daily, automatically and easily via TomTom HOME – TomTom’s free software application. TomTom has the world’s largest satellite navigation community with over 10 million users. TomTom Map Share™ users can contribute and exchange all their improvements amongst each other, making the best maps available for all of them. TomTom Map Share™ means TomTom drivers can always have the most up-to-date maps and inside local knowledge at their fingertips., a new "enhanced UI," and a new "HELP ME!" feature, which apparently includes everything from directions to the nearest hospital to car maintenance information to first aid instructions. Another addition to the 3rd edition is the availability of TMC traffic (requires an additonal service, around $60/year) The 3rd edition also has maps for Puerto Rico (the "plain" does not). $124.99 w/$20 Staples Gift Card instantly @ Staples $129.99 @ Office Depot $139.99 @ Radio Shack $149.99 @ CompUSA (Thur-Sat) http://reviews.cnet.com/car-gps-navigation/tomtom-one-3rd-edition/4505-3430_7-32591584.html http://www.engadget.com/2007/08/30/tomtom-lets-tomtom-one-3rd-edition-loose-on-north-america/ http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/013117.php ~~TomTom One LE~~ $119.99 @ Best Buy This is a Best Buy exclusive: "...it will only be available through Best Buy, and for only a short period of time. The people I spoke with didn't have firm details about it. However it was mentioned that it would be similar to the ONE 2nd Edition, but without Bluetooth and an SD card. So it appears to be like the hardware of the ONE 3rd Edition, but with full NavCore 7 rather than just NavCore 7 Lite. Details are still a little sketchy at this point though." Source = http://www.gpsreview.net/forums/viewtopic.php?p=9110 (I would consider the "LE edition" to be superior to the standard TomTom One, maybe even the 3rd edition, but it's up to you if you want to brave BB's lines.)

You're quite welcome. I do it to keep the "WHERE ARE THE ADS!!!!" posts down to a soft murmur.

Your welcome... You know, you'd think I'd keep a running list each year, but no... I spent an hour sifting through the 2006 BF archive. http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/Angry/frusty.gif

Digital River is distributing the software on Microsoft's behalf. Go here: http://corporate.digitalriver.com/store/driv/Content/pbPage.FrameSetCustServ/DisplayFrameSetPage/ThemeID.492200 --or-- if that gets you nowhere, go here: http://corporate.digitalriver.com/store/driv/Content/pbPage.FrameSetCustServ/DisplayFrameSetPage/ThemeID.492200

The ViewSonic VA2026W - 20" Widescreen LCD Monitor - 5ms, 1000:1 (DC 2000:1), 1680x1050 is $199.95 AR (shipped free) http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=205631229 The ViewSonic VA2226W - 22" Widescreen LCD Monitor - 5ms, 1000:1 (DC 2000:1), 1680x1050 is $229.99 AR (shipped free) http://www.buy.com/retail/product.asp?sku=205631230 Note: These two monitors are from Viewsonic's new "Value" line. They don't have speakers and their specs are a little different.

Don't forget about Razzles: http://www.vermontcountrystore.com/images/us/local/products/detail/f07611_dt.jpg

Apple has never participated in BF sales before. Apple is notorious for not having sales period.

List of when 2006's ads hit Gottadeal: 10/15/06 - Ace Hardware 10/20/06 - K-Mart 10/30/06 - Sears 11/2/06 - OfficeMax 11/4/06 - Fred's 11/5/06 - Sam's Club 11/6/06 - EBGames 11/7/06 - Best Buy; JCPenney; Walgreens 11/8/06 - Military BX (AAFES) 11/9/06 - Boscovs; Wal-Mart; Circuit City 11/10/06 - Tractor Supply Company; RadioShack; Rite Aid; Toys R Us 11/11/06 - Costco; Kohl's; Staples 11/12/06 - CVS; Target 11/13/06 - Disney Store; Meijer 11/14/06 - Bass Pro Shop; CompUSA 11/15/06 - Office Depot; Express 11/16/06 - J&R Music World/Computer World; Ritz Camera 11/17/06 - Home Depot; Big Lots 11/18/06 - Old Navy; Bath & Body Works; Dick's Sporting Goods 11/19/06 - Shopko; Value 11/20/06 - Menards 11/22/06 - Fry's; Sports Authority; Barnes & Noble; Foot Locker; IKEA As you can see, the avalanche didn't come till the beginning to mid November. http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/Yes/rockon.gif And for you historians, here are the dates for when 2005's ads were posted on the site:

It's a decent price, but 20 - 22" monitors really aren't much more. It's going to boil down to what size you're after. Here's the same monitor @ Newegg: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824116067&Tpk=VA1930WM

And if you read the descriptions, sometimes they are brand-new still in the shrinkwrap.

Are you a new customer? When I click that link, I see a banner on the upper right saying the regular price is $9.95 but it's crossed out and $1.99/yr shows underneath (new customers only).

Quad 22"s would be too tall for me. I'd have neck strain when looking at the upper monitors.

My old set-up was a 17" HP laptop with a 19" standard width Dell LCD as a dual-screen. I just bought a 14.1" laptop and a 14.1" LCD (for dual-screens). I plan on building a tower and adding a pair of 20" or 22" above the 14.1"s... Quad-screens, baby! The two bigger ones for working, the laptop for Outlook and the other 14.1" for TV or DVDs.

OK, this information supersedes anything I've said about the TomTom series: http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/Non-Smiling/secret.gif Here is a one-stop for all the GPS Navigation Units that are being offered on BF. http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/Things/excl.gifBecause of the limitations of the amount of text that you can put into one post, I have split this "report" into 4 posts. Just scroll down to see everything. http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/Things/excl.gif http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/Non-Smiling/Clever.gifNOTE: All units offered this BF have either Voice Prompts (A voice will say things like "Turn right in 500 ft.") --or-- Text to Speech (A voice will say things like "Turn right onto Buckeye St. in 500 ft.). Personally, I don't think that there's that big of a deal between the two systems but some people really like having the street name read aloud. Might be useful if there are a lot of street signs where you are driving, but if you live in Sticksville, this is a non-issue. I repeat: ALL of the units have a voice that will tell you when to turn. At one point in this process, I thought that the TomTom One units were silent, but as it turns out all units offered on BF have voice prompts at the minimum. http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/Happy/biggrinbounce2.gif As you read this, POI stands for "Points of Interest". That's every bank, restaurant, gas station, post office, store, school, etc. that you can search for and map to. The more the better. http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/Non-Smiling/seespeakhearnoevil.gif The Navigon 2100 and the Garmin Nuvi units were the only ones that I found that would tell you specifically which lane to be in for upcoming exits or turns. Not to say that they were the only ones that have that little feature, but they were the only ones touting it as a feature... Marcster's Short List: (Updated 11/21/07 @ 7:15am) Oh, and one thing against Garmin's Streetpilot series... They aren't the most "pocketable" of designs, they are shaped like mini tube-style TVs. If you wanted a unit you could just stuff into a shirt pocket or a briefcase, then you'll want something else. GPS Lodge just published their list of recommendations (11/21/07). Very similar conclusions to mine: http://www.gpslodge.com/archives/014753.php

We have an Ace about 15 minutes away, but it's in the complete OPPOSITE direction from other good BF stores.

I would recommend at least 1GB of RAM for Vista Home Basic -- 2 GB of RAM for Home Premium.

71.5% better, to be exact. http://s23.photobucket.com/albums/b399/Marcster2005/Smileypad/LOL/laugh21.gif

Domain names for $1.99/year from Yahoo Domains (new customers only): http://smallbusiness.yahoo.com/domains

As stated above, the discount was "for as long as they felt like offering it...." Does the 20% off coupon still work? If so, that may be the only one left.

What store is offering this?