Navigation Update
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Navigation Update
Did everyone get an e-mail message from GM regarding an updated navigation disc? Do you think it's worthwhile? Is there a better alternative?
Is there any additional info besides new streets? What do you think ? I have the original disc that came with my 08 coupe.
Is there any additional info besides new streets? What do you think ? I have the original disc that came with my 08 coupe.
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I took the $160 offer for the update disk. I know there are other options, but I like the factory nav integration. I'm still on the original disk in my 2010 GS and it works fine.
I guess the real issue is I should be going to newer places. LOL
I guess the real issue is I should be going to newer places. LOL
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There are better Nav units such as Garmin, Magellan, etc. that are much easier to use without having to read an instruction booklet.
The OEM Nav unit map updates, are provided by Tom Tom.
The OEM Nav graphics are not as nice as the Garmin or Magellan Nav units, but it is just as powerful as those others.
The real advantage of the OEM Nav is that it is tied to the Heads Up Display, so one never has to take your eyes off the road to look at the Nav Screen itself.
At least in my area, roads that were built and finished in 2013 are now on the Version 10- 2016. They were not on the Version 9 -2013.
I find the best way to use the OEM Nav unit, on a planned road trip, is to input all the info that you need in the Memory Point folder (s). These folders can be accessed while the car is moving, and entered as destinations, also while the car is moving.
By using Memory points, you can select one destination at a time, instead of using way points and final destination all in one entry.
Each morning, I select the daily destination(s), one at a time. Once that destination is reached, then the next one can be entered, also using the Memory point, or POI.
The OEM Nav unit map updates, are provided by Tom Tom.
The OEM Nav graphics are not as nice as the Garmin or Magellan Nav units, but it is just as powerful as those others.
The real advantage of the OEM Nav is that it is tied to the Heads Up Display, so one never has to take your eyes off the road to look at the Nav Screen itself.
At least in my area, roads that were built and finished in 2013 are now on the Version 10- 2016. They were not on the Version 9 -2013.
I find the best way to use the OEM Nav unit, on a planned road trip, is to input all the info that you need in the Memory Point folder (s). These folders can be accessed while the car is moving, and entered as destinations, also while the car is moving.
By using Memory points, you can select one destination at a time, instead of using way points and final destination all in one entry.
Each morning, I select the daily destination(s), one at a time. Once that destination is reached, then the next one can be entered, also using the Memory point, or POI.
Last edited by 4SUMERZ; May 2, 2016 at 12:06 AM.
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I find the best way to use the OEM Nav unit, on a planned road trip, is to input all the info that you need in the Memory Point folder (s). These folders can be accessed while the car is moving, and entered as destinations, also while the car is moving.
By using Memory points, you can select one destination at a time, instead of using way points and final destination all in one entry.
Each morning, I select the daily destination(s), one at a time. Once that destination is reached, then the next one can be entered, also using the Memory point, or POI.
By using Memory points, you can select one destination at a time, instead of using way points and final destination all in one entry.
Each morning, I select the daily destination(s), one at a time. Once that destination is reached, then the next one can be entered, also using the Memory point, or POI.
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They just can't have done that much road construction or added that many POI's that it would make me pop for $160.00. Did it on my MB and am still not sure it was worth while.
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For $160; I can buy a new Garmin unit with lifetime map and traffic updates and buy a few gallons of gas besides. I can also use the Garmin in any of my vehicles or walk around a new city with it. I also have a 6S I-phone to use. 
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As far as map updates go, if there are no functional updates then the map data probably isn't going to be noticeable to 99% of us.
I did an update in another vehicle that added functionality, as well as updated streets. I never noticed any difference in the streets, but the system was improved somewhat.
As others have shared, a smart phone can get you there with voice instructions so you don't have to take your eyes off the road.
I did an update in another vehicle that added functionality, as well as updated streets. I never noticed any difference in the streets, but the system was improved somewhat.
As others have shared, a smart phone can get you there with voice instructions so you don't have to take your eyes off the road.
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There are better Nav units such as Garmin, Magellan, etc. that are much easier to use without having to read an instruction booklet.
The OEM Nav unit map updates, are provided by Tom Tom.
The OEM Nav graphics are not as nice as the Garmin or Magellan Nav units, but it is just as powerful as those others.
The real advantage of the OEM Nav is that it is tied to the Heads Up Display, so one never has to take your eyes off the road to look at the Nav Screen itself.
At least in my area, roads that were built and finished in 2013 are now on the Version 10- 2016. They were not on the Version 9 -2013.
I find the best way to use the OEM Nav unit, on a planned road trip, is to input all the info that you need in the Memory Point folder (s). These folders can be accessed while the car is moving, and entered as destinations, also while the car is moving.
By using Memory points, you can select one destination at a time, instead of using way points and final destination all in one entry.
Each morning, I select the daily destination(s), one at a time. Once that destination is reached, then the next one can be entered, also using the Memory point, or POI.
The OEM Nav unit map updates, are provided by Tom Tom.
The OEM Nav graphics are not as nice as the Garmin or Magellan Nav units, but it is just as powerful as those others.
The real advantage of the OEM Nav is that it is tied to the Heads Up Display, so one never has to take your eyes off the road to look at the Nav Screen itself.
At least in my area, roads that were built and finished in 2013 are now on the Version 10- 2016. They were not on the Version 9 -2013.
I find the best way to use the OEM Nav unit, on a planned road trip, is to input all the info that you need in the Memory Point folder (s). These folders can be accessed while the car is moving, and entered as destinations, also while the car is moving.
By using Memory points, you can select one destination at a time, instead of using way points and final destination all in one entry.
Each morning, I select the daily destination(s), one at a time. Once that destination is reached, then the next one can be entered, also using the Memory point, or POI.
on the HUD aspect, but there is a learning curve, just like the Lexus I had.
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Conflicted!
I am conflicted on this. Truth is, the nav on my iphone works just as well, and is certainly a lot easier to input destinations . . . BUT . . . I love the screen and HUD displays from the antiquated GM Nav.
I'll probably spring for the upgrade, even though the antiquated input procedure for the system irks me every time I use it.
got the email. My Android has Free Nav. So far me OEM has not lead me astray.
