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Thanks. I've been missing out on the deals posted on these. Finally grabbed one for my bro.


Thanks OP


are there maps for asia out there for this mio? i want a gps that can still be used in parts of asia.


slycat said: are there maps for asia out there for this mio? i want a gps that can still be used in parts of asia.
Yes, if you know where to look...


Thanks, got one, had topic alert for "Mio".
Now will wait for my device, ready to install MioPocket.


It comes sans AC adapter, it seems.


Yip said: It comes sans AC adapter, it seems.

Correct. No usb cable either, just a car charger.


Yip said: It comes sans AC adapter, it seems.

It is for use in the car. AC adapter not required. Comes with car charger.

You can use a normal USB cable to connect it to your PC for loading maps, charging etc.


I wonder if this one is easily hackable as the Mio 310x


the 310 is easily hackable!
mine has added updated maps, TTS for street names ect, and also subs as mini video player. one of the older Mio threads has links and stuff :/

ymmv for this 320

miopocket is the software


how does this compare to the TomTom XL that was onsale today for 99 as well?


In for one, thanks OP.


Anybody has any input in comparison of this with the Mio Moov 3x series?
I read on a review that Mio Moov is actually slower to render the maps than C320.


AzianFleeMarket said: I wonder if this one is easily hackable as the Mio 310x

'twas easy.


Not as hot as eBay + 30% live CashBack, got one @84.xx shipped. But Amazon is reliable and you can return it if you dun like it.
iGo8 + Navteq maps on this unit is cool, also you can use Navigon on it.


AzianFleeMarket said: I wonder if this one is easily hackable as the Mio 310x
Nope.

It's easier. MUCH easier.


pentaxFan said: Not as hot as eBay + 30% live CashBack, got one @84.xx shipped. But Amazon is reliable and you can return it if you dun like it.
iGo8 + Navteq maps on this unit is cool, also you can use Navigon on it.

I think you mean to say iGo 8 + teleatlas maps iGo does not use navteq maps.


nidya said: Anybody has any input in comparison of this with the Mio Moov 3x series?
I read on a review that Mio Moov is actually slower to render the maps than C320.

I was doing a quick comparison of these in their specs, and one thing I didn't like about the Moov series was their battery capacity is only 720ma vs. the C320's 1300ma capacity, so if you want to use it as a portable device outside the car then it's likely to have a short battery life. I've read a few comments about the C320 having a short battery life itself, so unless the Moov is a lot more efficient for some odd reason, it probably would be a worse choice for non-GPS purposes. Of course if you just plan on using it in a car with the 12v adapter, then battery capacity is not a big issue.

Speaking of battery capacity, anyone familiar with the C320, what kind of battery life have you been getting, especially as a non-GPS device?


GlassVial said: pentaxFan said: Not as hot as eBay + 30% live CashBack, got one @84.xx shipped. But Amazon is reliable and you can return it if you dun like it.
iGo8 + Navteq maps on this unit is cool, also you can use Navigon on it.

I think you mean to say iGo 8 + teleatlas maps iGo does not use navteq maps.

Actually, from iGo 8.3.xxxx, it uses Navteq maps.


notepad said: how does this compare to the TomTom XL that was onsale today for 99 as well?

I haven't tried a TomTom but I was not impressed with this Mio. I got it when Staples had it for a good price and took it to Florida. It couldn't get me anywhere, and yes I had updated the maps when I got it. It just kept saying my destination was in an unreachable location. I think the only thing it could find was the airport. I haven't bothered to turn it on again since that trip.


Ilovebargains said: notepad said: how does this compare to the TomTom XL that was onsale today for 99 as well?

I haven't tried a TomTom but I was not impressed with this Mio. I got it when Staples had it for a good price and took it to Florida. It couldn't get me anywhere, and yes I had updated the maps when I got it. It just kept saying my destination was in an unreachable location. I think the only thing it could find was the airport. I haven't bothered to turn it on again since that trip.

At least it found the airport so you can go home .


Ilovebargains said: notepad said: how does this compare to the TomTom XL that was onsale today for 99 as well?

I haven't tried a TomTom but I was not impressed with this Mio. I got it when Staples had it for a good price and took it to Florida. It couldn't get me anywhere, and yes I had updated the maps when I got it. It just kept saying my destination was in an unreachable location. I think the only thing it could find was the airport. I haven't bothered to turn it on again since that trip.

i cant speak for this particular mio model but but on my 310x, i was able to go from upstate ny to n.carolina without any issues and also took it with me to a trips to california, virgina and florida and had no issues finding my way around and all that was before i hacked it


GlassVial said: pentaxFan said: Not as hot as eBay + 30% live CashBack, got one @84.xx shipped. But Amazon is reliable and you can return it if you dun like it.
iGo8 + Navteq maps on this unit is cool, also you can use Navigon on it.

I think you mean to say iGo 8 + teleatlas maps iGo does not use navteq maps.

dont forget iGuidance + NavTeq

and if this model is as easy to hack as the 310x, you can get the tomtom software on it too...


thx. in for 1.


yes, but you can't drive on the rice path .

slycat said: are there maps for asia out there for this mio? i want a gps that can still be used in parts of asia.


notepad said: how does this compare to the TomTom XL that was onsale today for 99 as well?

Tomtom's are hackable as well. The XL can very easily be made to have TTS (since the difference between the XL and XL-S is only software). Tomtom's are as user-friendly as Garmin's but can be customized as well as Mio's.

AND

Tomtom TeleAtlas + Mapshare > Navteq


Yes but I can hack the Mio to run TomTom, Mio, iGo and even Garmin.

One word describes the Mio - "WOW".


Ilovebargains said: notepad said: how does this compare to the TomTom XL that was onsale today for 99 as well?

I haven't tried a TomTom but I was not impressed with this Mio. I got it when Staples had it for a good price and took it to Florida. It couldn't get me anywhere, and yes I had updated the maps when I got it. It just kept saying my destination was in an unreachable location. I think the only thing it could find was the airport. I haven't bothered to turn it on again since that trip.

What in the world are you talking about ??
I updated the maps and I live in Florida.
It works great.
Are you sure you were in Florida ??

There is a huge huge thread about the Mio C230/C320 in the Expired Deals forum.
This is easily the best deal for a GPS for $99.
BTW, I'd do this instead on eBay.
Those MSN CashBack aren't 100% guarantee.


Well, you've sold me on it. In. Plus, I have a a $25 GC to burn, to throw some icing on the cake.

Thanks for all the input in this and the other c320 threads.......


GlassVial said: pentaxFan said: Not as hot as eBay + 30% live CashBack, got one @84.xx shipped. But Amazon is reliable and you can return it if you dun like it.
iGo8 + Navteq maps on this unit is cool, also you can use Navigon on it.

I think you mean to say iGo 8 + teleatlas maps iGo does not use navteq maps.

As of version 8.3.x they switched to navteq.


I love my Mio, beautiful screen, nice menu layout, on-screen info while driving is very useful as well.. problem is in order to get the map database upgrade you have to pay something like $89! I bought mine last year and I think the database was already a year-old then so mine sometimes calculates routes that are in error simply because it doesn't know of the new roads.. I understand that this would be a problem with any such device but be forewarned that this is just like buying a razor, they're cheap enough, it's the replacement blades that cost!!


ctrain said: Ilovebargains said: notepad said: how does this compare to the TomTom XL that was onsale today for 99 as well?

I haven't tried a TomTom but I was not impressed with this Mio. I got it when Staples had it for a good price and took it to Florida. It couldn't get me anywhere, and yes I had updated the maps when I got it. It just kept saying my destination was in an unreachable location. I think the only thing it could find was the airport. I haven't bothered to turn it on again since that trip.


What in the world are you talking about ??
I updated the maps and I live in Florida.
It works great.
Are you sure you were in Florida ??

There is a huge huge thread about the Mio C230/C320 in the Expired Deals forum.
This is easily the best deal for a GPS for $99.
BTW, I'd do this instead on eBay.
Those MSN CashBack aren't 100% guarantee.

I was in Orlando and it wasn't able to find my condo or the rental car return. The two basic things I needed for the trip. It was rather frustrating, but I'm glad other people haven't had the same problems. I guess I should give it another try as apparently the last trip was just unlucky for me as far as directions go


IN for 1 yesterday. C320 is like a open source GPS; it is very hackable- from what I have read. I passed on Amazon's Tom Tom One XL for $99 in the morning and the Garmin 270 for $130 later yesterday for this deal. I am counting on I can hack this to add more features and map.


I have the C320 and love it (once it has been warmed over a bit.) I don't get great battery life though. I would say about an hour. Charge indicator drops as soon as I unplug it to 75 percent. Anyone else?
Big fan of IGO 8. Very smooth scrolling. Pois are had to find though. Is there something better?


anyone know how the 320 compares to the 500 for 140$ at RadioShack?

Link


yuin said: anyone know how the 320 compares to the 500 for 140$ at RadioShack?

Link
Isn't the 500 just the basic 4.7" screen with no bells and whistles......?


yuin said: anyone know how the 320 compares to the 500 for 140$ at RadioShack?

Link

Same question here. Which is the better deal?


Ilovebargains said: I was in Orlando and it wasn't able to find my condo or the rental car return. The two basic things I needed for the trip. It was rather frustrating, but I'm glad other people haven't had the same problems. I guess I should give it another try as apparently the last trip was just unlucky for me as far as directions go

This is not the fault of GPS, it is map. If Mio's map is not good, then there would be other brand GPS which use the same map would have the same problem.


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