expired Garmin Nuvi 50 $88 with FREE LIFETIME MAP Updates (Via Redemption)
This was posted 9 months ago, and might be an out-dated deal
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Product Link http://www.jbhifionline.com.au/car-sound/gps/garmin-nuvi-50-...
Product Specs https://buy.garmin.com/shop/shop.do?cID=401&pID=92845
Redemption Page http://www.garminredemption.com/
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* $22.50 gets you an extra 2 years of replacement warranty (after first year has finished)
* I work at JB, however am posting purely as consumer & OzBargainer not a Representative :)
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Repco has a deal on the MY30T which is 3.5 inch, with safety alerts and three years of Maps. It is only $75 if purchased individually or an unbelievable $49 if you spend $50 or more. I got my three bottles of Magnatec oil for only $19.99 each, so qualified. No brainer, almost as cheap as a hard copy manual! Cheaper to buy new nav than to buy updated maps.
+8 votesmedium_tight on 22/08/2012 - 19:20 ¶@ylang, because of Father's Day????
I guess too many of them end up in the wrong house ey hahaha ….
- ylangylang55 on 22/08/2012 - 19:30 ¶
@tight i am looking for the father day's gift,so thats the only season I am thinking of
+3 voteshighon2str on 22/08/2012 - 19:35 ¶The unlimited map upgrades might not be so unlimited when newer models are released and garmin stop making maps for the older versions.
+3 votesChris McMahon on 22/08/2012 - 20:07 ¶Here's their "Lifetime" disclaimer:
Free Lifetime Map Updates entitle you to receive up to 4 map data updates per year, when and as such updates are made available on the Garmin website, for this specific Garmin product only until this product's useful life expires or Garmin no longer receives map data from its third party supplier, whichever is shorter. A product’s “useful life” means the period during which the product (a) has sufficient memory capacity and other required technical capabilities to utilize current map data and (b) is capable of operating as intended without major repairs. A product will be deemed to be out of service and its useful life to be ended if no updates have been downloaded for such product for a period of 24 months or more. The updates you receive will be updates to the same geographic map data originally included with your Garmin product when originally purchased. Garmin may terminate your Lifetime Map Updates at any time if you violate any of the terms of the End User License Agreement accompanying your nüvi product.
"has sufficient memory capacity and other required technical capabilities to utilize current map data" yeah right, this may sound cynical but all they have to do is give you 1 or 2 updates then make the newest map update 1mb too big to fit and bam! you're up for the next newer model!
not sure with Garmin but if you could customise your map data, like include basic street data but leave out optional data like nearby shops/foreign voices etc you could keep the gps unit for a lot longer
If you continually update your maps, at least within a two year period, then the device is still considered "useful". So download those 4 map updates every year automatically, and update your GPS 4 times a year, and you'll be blessed with new maps for the life of your device.
I am still use a nuvi 250, which I purchased the "Lifetime Map Updates" for AU,NZ,US and EU maps, and have been since 02/02/2010.
MrZ on 22/08/2012 - 20:10 Comment score below threshold (-18).
Actually disagree on this.
The Garmin maps are still backward compatible to models from 6-7 years ago (GMAPSUPP.IMG files are still used). In fact, you can use the Nokia version of the Garmin Navigator from 2005 and still make it work with the current maps today (as long as you unlocked it). Or you can still load up the maps using the Garmin PC mapmaker software from those days as well.
The biggest changes they have made are the 3D buildings, Lane assist and Voice searches. These are supplemental files as opposed to being on the map IMG itself.
From my understanding, they shouldnt be updating the mapping schema any time soon that will mean old devices will not work.
- Chris McMahon on 22/08/2012 - 19:58 ¶
I'm got a 4" TomTom and it could be bigger.
Although what I'd really like is higher DPI. My TomTom is only 480x272, the same as the Garmin Nuvi 50. My iPod Touch's screen is a lot easier to read, especially with street names on maps. Pity it doesn't have GPS.
quarrymaster on 23/08/2012 - 11:31 ¶Ha ha - Nuvi 50 for $88, Nuvi 40 for $98:
http://www.jbhifi.com.au/car-sound-gps-navigation/gps/They might match The Good Guys tho:
http://www.thegoodguys.com.au/buyonline/Garmin_4.3%22_Nuvi_4...
+1 votejb hifi product link:
http://www.jbhifi.com.au/car-sound-gps-navigation/gps/garmin...Only 2 hours battery life, is this good at all?
This GPS was designed for in-car use, not pedestrian use. It has no pedestrian navigation features, so hence the smaller battery capacity. Besides, it's too bulky to fit inside a pocket anyway.
It's a no-frills GPS that's supposed to be priced at around the $100 dollar mark.
- Chris McMahon on 22/08/2012 - 19:52 ¶
So this model is the "Navteq" maps version, as opposed to the "Sensis" maps version.
Anyone know if one is better than the other?
I know my TomTom uses Sensis maps, but TomTom want >$100 per year for map updates and if the Navteq maps are ok, a once off $88 sure is appealing.
IIMurphaII on 22/08/2012 - 23:34 ¶Navteq is owned by Nokia. Their maps power Bing Maps and, of course, Nokia Maps and Nokia Drive.
The Navteq maps are pretty good, and map accuracy is better in some rural areas.
You lose the "nice" logo version of the POI for shops, petrol stations etc, since the Navteq maps have the generic icons used worldwide.
If you manage to see the Nuvi 50 010-00991-35 (with Sensis maps), then I'd grab that one while it lasts. Garmin has said they will honour lifetime subscriptions with Sensis maps.
+1 votePhil Anthropist on 22/08/2012 - 20:30 ¶Nice price - I'd buy one but I don't know the way to my local JB Hifi - I think i need a GPS ……ummm
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+1 voteilikebargains on 23/08/2012 - 00:18 ¶i bought this unit for the mrs a few weeks back for a similar price but without lifetime maps, it's a good GPS, has all speed alerts, current speed zone etc, the screen is a good size but the resolution isn't stellar. All in all it's a great buy for the price, get in on it.
- +1 votequarrymaster on 23/08/2012 - 00:43 ¶
If a "few weeks back" is August, you're in:
http://www.garminredemption.com/- ilikebargains on 23/08/2012 - 00:57 ¶
i just checked, was longer ago than i thought - was mid June, thanks anyway
- +1 votequarrymaster on 23/08/2012 - 16:40 ¶
For me I'm going for the Nuvi 40 which is $88 at The Good Guys. I understand the only difference is the size of the screen at the same resolution, so the 50 makes sense if it sits further away from you. I'll be upgrading from an older 3.5” TomTom.
Do Garmin have the worst maps?
http://www.cnet.com.au/garmin-switches-to-navteq-maps-offers...
- ylangylang55 on 23/08/2012 - 09:47 ¶
To all people have experience with GPS,is this a good deal? First time I am looking so I have no idea
Thank you in advance- +2 votesChris McMahon on 23/08/2012 - 11:17 ¶
Yes (IMHO). A 5" GPS with lifetime maps from a name-brand manufacturer for <$100 is a good deal.
It's a basic model, so if you want Bluetooth hands-free, higher res screen, or voice-activated navigation (ie you speak where you want to go) then you might want something else - but you'll pay 3x-4x as much as this unit.
- Chris McMahon on 23/08/2012 - 10:58 ¶
From JB's product page:
It comes in 2 mapping versions and has preloaded maps for the lower 48 states plus Hawaii and Puerto Rico or full coverage of the U.S. and Canada.
So which one are we getting? :D
- +3 votes
Resistive screen.
Quite a bit of lag when typing and searching for addresses. I think it's because the device has an auto-fill / auto-correct function which searches through it's database as you type the address, which makes it lag.
GPS lock on is fast and no problems with navigation.
Wait.. I read in JB hifi website as follow:
It comes in 2 mapping versions and has preloaded maps for the lower 48 states plus Hawaii and Puerto Rico or full coverage of the U.S. and Canada. nüvi 50’s speed limit indicator shows you how fast you can go on most major roads. With its "Where Am I?" emergency locator, you always know your location. It also comes preloaded with millions of POIs and offers the ability to add your own.
Maybe they should throw in free flight to US/Hawaii as well ;)
Picked up two. One to replace my crappy Navmann MyNav15 and one for a present for a friend who needs a GPS.
Played with it in store. Touch responsivness was fantastic. Much better than the MyNav15. Though there didn't seem to be a way to quickly get back to the main menus, had to hit back A LOT in some areas, though this could be me not knowing how to use it yet.
+2 votesLink to the manual:
+1 votebibendum73au on 23/08/2012 - 15:25 ¶Picked up 3 this morning from Joondalup WA. They had lots of stock but will sell fast as it is in the bin at checkout.
This device has a basic version of the Garmin software. You can't modify speed limits, it only shows basic lane guidance, but I am replacing 3x Nuvi2360LT ($250) with these due to the free map updates. I NEED up to date maps more than bluetooth and voice control.As I own a Limousine service I use Garmins all day, everyday and love them. Very rarely send me wrong.
- quarrymaster on 23/08/2012 - 16:37 ¶
How good or bad is this basic lane guidance? I want this feature when I travel to Melbourne CBD near the big bridges and I keep getting confused which lane to take and end up having to do U turns or detours most of the time.
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medium_tight on 22/08/2012 - 19:20
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looks like id better head into a JB hifi tomorrow then - thanks for the heads-up!