Best GPS TIPS

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Way back at CES, TomTom proudly announced that its GO 740 LIVE personal navigation device would be its very first “connected GPS” to hit the United States of America. Just last month, the company announced that said unit was finally shipping to anxious consumers. Hardware wise, there’s nothing here outside of the ordinary, but it’s the little extras that make all the difference in the world here — or, at least that’s what TomTom wants you to think. Is this $400 navigator worth the up front costs, let alone the monthly fee to keep it connected? Head on past the break for our take.

Gallery: TomTom GO 740 LIVE

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TomTom GO 740 LIVE impressions originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 12 May 2009 10:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We know, it’s a little late here on the east coast to be “thinking clearly,” but we (and David) are pleading with you to pull it together in order to contribute. Afterwards, you and your freshened mind can shoot us a question to ask at engadget dawt com.

“I know, it’s a really boring question, but the last time this was asked was 2 years ago. I’m looking for a 4.3-inch GPS unit with decent battery life (so I can walk around with it as well as use it in my car), Bluetooth for making wireless calls, and good voice-recognition. Traffic updates would be a plus, too. I don’t care too much about multimedia functions. Is there anything out there that fits the bill? I hope to hear some advice from the community!”

As do we David, as do we. So, what’s the verdict here, folks? Are connected units worth the monthly surcharge? Sound off below!

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Ask Engadget: Best 4.3-inch GPS unit? originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 01 May 2009 02:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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