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Magellan Maestro 4250

Magellan Maestro 4250
Full Set Map View Display

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Magellan's new top-of-the line GPS device would surely meet the needs of even the most demanding users. The thin Maestro 4250 comes with a 4.3-inch widescreen display, a built-in traffic receiver for live updates, and a robust six-million points of interest (POI) database. In addition, it integrates with the AAA TourBook to display listings of restaurants and accommodations, local attractions, approved auto repair shops, AAA office locations, and more. This high-end model also offers text-to-speech functionality and a Bluetooth phone interface. Perhaps the most notable feature is voice command, which you can use to control many of its functions hands-free.

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Company

Magellan Navigation Inc

http://www.magellangps.com

Spec Data
  • Price as Tested: $499.99
  • Type: Automobile
  • Turn-by-turn: Yes
  • 3D View: Yes
  • Display Type: Touch
  • Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.88 x 0.7 inches
  • Hard Drive: No
  • Flash Memory Type: SD/MMC
  • Preloaded maps: Yes
  • Waterproof: No
  • Speakers Included: built-in
  • Power: Adapter, Battery
  • Supports MP3: No
  • Multi Segment Routing: Yes

Bottom Line

The new, slimmer Magellan Maestro 4250 offers all the features of its predecessor, the 4050, at an even more attractive price.

Pros

SiRFstarIII receiver. Case is the thinnest available. Large screen. Multisegment routing. Integrated traffic receiver. AAA TourBook and roadside assistance location.

Cons

Bluetooth phone interface could be better. No auto-zoom or auto-volume. Can't control all functions with voice commands.

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