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Here is a list of many commonly available features on different brands of GPS navigation portable systems:
1. Speech Recognition- Operates the gps device with spoken commands rather than having to enter the information by touching the screen.
2. Lane assist- Realistically displays road signs and junctions along your route and shows arrows that indicate the proper lane for navigation.
3. FM Traffic Included- Avoid traffic congestion with and included FM traffic receiver
4. MSN Direct Compatible- You can add an optional receiver and subscription to MSN Direct to get traffic, weather, gas prices, stock quotes, news, and more.
5. Multi-mode Function- Provides driving, walking, bicycling and boating modes such that the device can be used for any of these modes of travel.
6. Multiple point routing- Sorts multiple destinations to determine an efficient route for deliveries and sales calls.
7. Widescreen- 4.3 inch or larger screen measured diagonally (vs. a standard 3.5 inch screen)
8. Includes Europe Maps- Comes loaded with both North American as well as maps of Europe.
9. Speaks street names- Announces names of streets and exits, for example, “Turn right on Main St.” instead of “Turn right in 500 ft”.
10. FM Traffic Compatible- Add-on an optional FM receiver and subscription to avoid traffic congestion.
11. MSN Direct Included- Receive MSN Direct content including traffic, weather, gas prices, stock quotes, news, and more with the included receiver.
12. Bluetooth®- Connect to your phone to make and receive hands-free calls
13. MP3 Player- Built in MP3 Player & Enjoy
14. Emergency Locator- An emergency locator that shows your coordinates, nearest address, and closest hospitals, police and fuel stations
15. Slideshow Viewer
