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Garmin readies 3 new GPS systems


Garmin readies 3 new GPS systems

Hot off the press, Garmin announced three new GPS systems from its 200 series. Each of these new releases come with a 3.5" touchscreen display and turn-by-turn voice prompted directions, differentiated only by the amount of NAVTEQ map data installed within. The n�vi 200 comes with only maps of the contiguous U.S., while the n�vi 250 throws in Alaska, Hawaii, Canada, and Puerto Rico as well. Well-heeled travelers will have to pick up the n�vi 270 since it comes with the aforementioned maps in addition to mapping data for over 30 European countries. The n�vi 200, 250, and 270 will retail for $400, $500, and $600 respectively. There is no word on their release, but my deadpan crystal ball says it will be within this year.