New Garmin StreetPilot i5 - building on the entry level of the Automotive segment
Garmin today announced the Garmin StreetPilot i5 GPS Navigator, it is pre-loaded with detailed maps of North America which includes the entire United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. It features three buttons on the face of the unit: on/off button, "back" button, and a unique and convenient click-to-enter scroll wheel -- which makes it easy to select a destination from the unit's menu-driven interface.
See our coverage of the Garmin StreetPilot i2 and i3 launch announcement.
See our related article on a StreetPilot i3 gps review.
See our own GPS Review of the StreetPilot i5's sibling the StreetPilot i3: Garmin StreetPilot i3 Review at the GPS Lodge
Like its siblings the Garmin StreetPilot i2 and Garmin StreetPilot i3, it provides voice prompted, turn-by-turn directions through a built-in speaker, and the unit easily moves from vehicle to vehicle with an integrated suction cup mount. If a driver misses a turn, the Garmin i5 will automatically suggest an alternate route so they can quickly get back on course.
"The i5 gives customers exactly what they want - a compact, affordable, portable GPS device with pre-loaded maps at an incredibly low price point," said Gary Kelley, Garmin's vice president of sales. "It's the perfect out-of-the-box, entry-level car navigation system."
The Garmin StreetPilot i5 comes with POI loader software that allows you to load locations of interesting things like school zones, speed cameras, etc. The build in proximity alert system allows you to set alarms when you get close to these areas, avoiding the "headaches" that might come with speeding through a school zone.
Want to compare the StreetPilot i5 vs. the StreetPilot i3?
The new StreePilot i5 has onboard maps, no downloading, no shuffling, etc. The StreetPilot i3 still has a color screen and the turn by turn voice promting, but it uses maps that are downloaded from the MapSource City Select North America NT DVD onto a TransFlash - flash based memory card. Recall that the StreetPilot i2 has a monochrome screen.
The Garmin StreetPilot i5 will be available in October 2005 and for a estimated list price of $535.
Specs
* WAAS-enabled, 12 parallel channel GPS patch antenna with MCX-type connector for optional external antenna
* Unit dimensions: 3.00" W x 2.74" H x 2.15" D
* StreetPilot i5 display: 1.3" W x 1.7" H, 176 x 220 pixels, TFT color, backlight display
* Weighs only 5.3 oz. (without batteries; includes vehicle suction cup mount)
* Audible and visual navigation instructions and warnings
* Features scroll wheel with click-to-enter, making it quick & easy to navigate
* Offers a three dimensional mapping perspective, or 2-D overhead view
* Battery life: up to 6 hours typical use on two AA batteries (7 hours maximum)
* Includes removable 12-volt power adapter cable for external power while in your vehicle
* Includes a vehicle suction cup mount which allows for easy adjustment and quick release
* USB Interface
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Posted by Scott Martin at September 19, 2005 4:49 PM
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