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Garmin nuvi 255w
GPS software version: latest
Device rating  - Pros:  Pros: 1) quick screen load and map changes; 2) good satellite reception; 3) intuitive screen and operation interface. 4) large number of POIs included and the ability to add additional personal POIs; 5) rugged construction; 6) I like it.
Device rating - Cons:  Mainly regarding the voices.
The non-TTS voices are a bit scratchy -- some more than others -- the British voices work best for my ears.
The TTS voices are mostly unlistenable for any length of time.
Of the TTS group, the Australian voices sound the best to me.

I bought this unit specifically for a trip to France, and have realized that the TTS voice function is almost irrelevant for driving in France. As you would expect, none of the English voices pronounce French street names very well. Most of the time, Ill have to look at the screen to figure out what the street actually is.

However, I don't think this is a deal-breaker, since I can go with non-TTS voice, and the British lady voice is fine... 


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