Garmin nüvi 2797LMT 7-Inch Portable Bluetooth Vehicle GPS with Lifetime Maps and Traffic (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
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WONDERFULLY WONDERFULLY WONDERFULLY WONDERFULLY WONDER Especially for those of us who have reached the BIG 5-year milestone.
If you have the LMT version, an alert appears on your screen informing you that there will be a delay and how long it will last. It hasn't yet provided me with an alternate route that I was informed of in time to use. It simply states that you are already on the quickest route. This happens where I live, so I usually have a good idea of where the congestion will be and can plan my route accordingly. However, on a trip through Georgia, it indicated a problem ahead, and I also read about the problem on one of those overhead signs indicating the location of the problem. I crossed two lanes carefully and exited at a nearby exit. I was following cars that appeared to know where they were going, and the Garmin calculated a route back to I-95 right away. Those four cars I was following plowed that route. When it said to turn around and return to I-95, I did so. They didn't, so I chased them down. Garmin recalculated, and this time everyone took the same route, and as I re-entered I-95, I could see the accident in my rearview mirror. It was 75 miles away from where I had left it. The road had become completely impassable. I saved around three dollars. br>So the answer is yes and no; if you detour around a problem, it will guide you back to your route. I would have saved time if it had suggested a detour the one time it did, but it did so as I passed the exit I would have needed to take. It's too late for this.
On the top edge of all my GPSs, I always use a strip of heavy duty white Velcro (purchased from Amazon). Remove the tape from the glass and keep the Velcro strips together. Place the GPS on the dash where you want it and stick the glued Velcro to the glass. When compared to suction cup and weighted mounts, the GPS has a very low profile and is out of sight but very visible. I've never had the tape come off on either of them, and separating the Velcro allows you to easily remove the GPS. I use 3/4-inch tape, by the way. br> In the past, if I parked in the sun for an extended period of time and the temperature exceeded 90 degrees, the Velcro would slide down, but this year the temperature reached 100 degrees and it didn't happen. That is, if it isn't equipped with a GPS. In any case, if you catch it while it's still hot, the tape can be slid back into place. br> I started using this method because the dash is textured, preventing the suction cup from sticking to it, and the suction cup wouldn't stay on the windshield in the winter, causing a blind spot.
Yes, it can be powered by a cigarette lighter with a 12v power supply. In my car, I have it mostly connected this way. It can also connect to a computer via the USB cable that comes with it. This is used to keep the maps up to date as well as charge the GPS batteries. I've had it for a while and find it to be superior to TomTom and most other navigation systems.
Selected User Reviews For Garmin nüvi 2797LMT 7-Inch Portable Bluetooth Vehicle GPS with Lifetime Maps and Traffic (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
This is a substantial piece of equipment. It would be ideal for a full-size pickup truck or RV. The screen is nice, and I can adjust the brightness with my voice; the Bluetooth is nice, but it won't work if you use your phone and the car's system at the same time (only one can be used at a time). Due to the steep rake of my windscreen, I had to get a different mount, but the stock mounts worked just fine. The traffic alert was very useful on a long journey. The only issue I have is with the auto zoom feature. It always seems like it's too far away. I wish there was a simple way to turn it off or tell it via voice recognition. It was simple and painless to give it an address for my route. I also made a glare screen, but if desired, they can be found for a reasonable price online. br>br> This is better than any built-in GPS I've owned (multiple cars), and the screen is about the same size; however, in a smaller car, you might find it distracting.
In the last four years, I've bought four Garmins. I'm constantly increasing the size and features of my screen. When it comes to reviewing electronics, I'm not as knowledgeable as some. But I'd like to share my story with others who might be interested in the basics. br>Aspects of the 2797 that I find appealing: br>Screen resolution - Much easier to see information at a glance, which is particularly useful for those who do not have 20/20 vision. br>Mounting method - Significantly better – The unit comes off by simply pressing the tab at the bottom of the mount. I take my Garmin out at every stop where I'll be out of the car, which makes things a lot easier. br>Properties - If you put in the effort, you can create a unique device that is tailored to your needs and preferences. br>Use instructions - I went to YouTube and found GPSCity, who does an excellent job of showing you how to use your new device. br>Information on Screen - You can display a lot of information on the screen, such as food, gas stations, and so on, as well as speed, distance to the next turn, and arrival time. Alternatively, you could stick to the fundamentals. Observation - The speed indicator, which is available on almost all Garmins, is one of my favorite features. I travel a lot on country roads, and the speed limit changes frequently as you pass through small towns. Your speed can be measured with a quick galance. If it's red, you should slow down; if it's green, you should be fine. br>Volume is a term that refers to the amount of material that is contained in a container. Much better, and the directions are also delivered in a more clear manner. br>Luminosity - You have the option of having a very bright screen or dimming it. I finally have a Garmin that isn't set to the highest brightness. br>Assist in the lane - This was present on my previous Garmin, but it is much easier to see now that the screen is larger. br>What I don't like about the Garmin is the voice recognition. One of the main reasons I went with the 2797 was because of this. I wanted to be able to find a specific brand of gas without having to do any research ahead of time or pull over to a rest stop to look through the Garmin information. Simply speak a command; it flawlessly recognizes both the startup and subsequent commands, i. e. search for a suitable location However, it failed miserably after that. Shell gas station is what I'd like to see. It was a landslide of a response. I tried a variety of commands and came up empty-handed each time. I couldn't believe the disparity between the responses. br>Directions - Spoken The directions were supposed to be like having a friend sitting next to you, according to what I read. Turn left at the 7-Eleven, right at Walgreens, and so on; the directions were the same as before: in a mile, turn right, in a quarter mile, turn left, and so on. br> Overall, there are enough features that I'm satisfied with my purchase. In addition, I'll see if I can improve the voice recognition commands and get them to work properly. br> I hope that this information is useful. Good luck on your journey!.
Hello,br>br>I enjoy the product's quality (good materials, nice finish, good screen and sound, and so on); However, I despise the Garmin Traffic Feature, which performs erratically and frequently fails to function at all.
I drive frequently through the Northeast for work (around 40,000 miles per year), and many times I found myself trapped in traffic because the Garmin Traffic Feature do Using Google Maps' traffic feature on my phone, I need to update my trips on a regular basis. br>br>I'm hoping that Garmin evaluates and improves the software, resulting in a much better Traffic Feature that matches the quality of this fantastic GPS.
This is a fantastic item - toured the Pacific Northwest extensively - It's likely that 100,000 miles have been logged - From the outskirts of town to major highways across the United States and Canada- Route 84, Route 66, and Interstate 80 5 are just a few examples. It's a great way to avoid low underpasses and narrow bridges. br>With the constant construction of roads, updates are essential. It doesn't get any better than this. br>Perhaps, like I've been doing with my 1976 GMC front-end, I'll have to upgrade at some point. Birchaven is a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Sigh! If that happens, I'm hoping my history and locations will be transferred - The Garmin software allows me to make backups.
Examples:
1. Due to traffic, I chose not to take the first exit ramp it recommended. It told me to turn right where there was no exit to get on a road that ran beneath the bridge before I got to the next ramp.
2. When I got close to an exit, it gave me conflicting instructions. It first told me to turn left at the end of the ramp (which was incorrect), then it told me to turn right as I approached the ramp (which was correct).
3. On some routes, it fails to provide voice commands for some of the turns. As a result, it will instruct you to enter the left lane for the highway entrance turn, but not to make the turn. br>br>Garmin advertises the device's voice directions as being similar to those given by a friend, and they're probably referring to directions like "turn left at the stop sign. " "To me, it's more like that friend who is paying attention and tells you that you're turning too late, or that you can't keep left and right straight. br>br>For my trip, I'll be printing a bunch of Google Maps, looking for a map store in Edinburgh, and paying for a data plan on my phone because I'm not trusting this Garmin.
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