Mio 168RS 2.74-Inch Portable GPS Navigator

by Mio

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4.4 x 0.6 x 2.8 inches ; 3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0007SO89Y
• Item model number: Mio 168RS
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #171,986 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Mio 168RS combines two of a business traveler's most handy companions to create a single indispensable device. Outfitted with Intel's Xscale 300 MHz processor and Microsoft's Pocket PC 2003 second edition operating system, the 168RS makes a great handheld PC, with the ability to run Microsoft's Pocket Outlook, Word, Excel, Media Player, and Internet Explorer software, along with other programs geared toward the mobile professional. At the same time, it also acts as a reliable and accurate GPS receiver, with a durable built-in antenna and sophisticated yet easy-to-use MioMap mapping software, which includes maps of the continental U.S., Hawaii, and Canada. The palm-sized device is ideal for anyone who's constantly on the go, especially folks who don't want to invest in a spendy car GPS system but still appreciate a GPS navigator's skill with directions.

Ready to use right out of the box, the Mio 168RS's comprehensive route planning is reliable and easy to follow, with point-by-point driving directions conveyed both verbally and visually in real time. Users can view maps (along with photos and videos) in either landscape or portrait mode on the 3.5-inch TFT color LCD screen. Should they take a wrong turn or experience an unplanned detour, the Mio 168RS automatically recalculates the route and delivers new directions in real time. The device is also terrific when touring unfamiliar cities on foot, as business travelers needn't mess with large foldout maps or tour guides as they wind through busy crowds. Instead, they merely consult the 168RS and its millions of points of interest, which guides them to restaurants, hotels, historical landmarks, museums, libraries, and more.

Once tourist time is over, travelers can get to work using the unit's pocket PC functions. The Mio 168RS helps users track and keep appointments, offering daily, weekly, and monthly calendar events, along with follow-up contacts. The device also synchronizes easily with your PC, so you won't have to keep two schedules or contact lists to stay on top of your business transactions. Among its technical specs are 32 MB of flash ROM and 64 MB of SDRAM memory, with a bonus SD/MMC expansion slot for additional storage capacity. For good measure, the 168RS even supports MP3 playback, so you can enjoy your favorite tunes during leisure time. Boasting all the necessary software, maps, and accessories for the mobile traveler--including a car charger and holder--the Mio 168RS is truly a one of a kind.

What's in the Box
Mio 168RS pocket PC/GPS navigator, 12-volt car charger, AC adapter, external GPS antenna, sucker arm and PDA holder, Windows Mobile software package, MioMap software, ActiveSync USB cable, earphones, carrying case, user's manual.

Product Description

Mio 168RS is a full-featured Pocket PC mobile GPS navigation system that integrates GPS and map database to show real-time location. Features include detailed maps of the US and Canada, point-to-point driving directions that uses voice and visual guidance for turn-by-turn directions, automatic route recalculation and trip planning. The Mio 168RS also stores contact information, including address and has millions of points of interest including ATMs, gas stations, airports, lodging, restaurants and many more! The Pocket PC functionality includes Microsoft Pocket Outlook, Word, Excel, Media Player and Internet Explorer.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Better Value In Other Products, May 9, 2006

By 

Jay Bluemon (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mio 168RS 2.74-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Electronics)

While this is about the cheapest GPS/PDA combo I was able to find, there are 4 critical flaws:

1. The maps are very out-of-date for my area. I wrote customer service (it was a major undertaking even finding an address to email) and they said map updates were not available yet. That was 6 months ago. None of my more recent emails were answered.

2. The batteries are built in and can't by changed by the user. If you are on a plane and your battery runs low, or you forget your adapter, your are out of luck.

3. No built in networking, and only one expansion slot. That means you can't use a memory card and networking at the same time.

4. The US web site for this product is very poor. There are dead links on the pages for the 168 RS.

In addition, the GPS receiver seems VERY slow to resolve a signal. It takes almost 5 minutes every time I turn the device on before it starts to work. I can't be sure if this is typical of these types of devices or not, so I won't list it as a flaw per se.

I have had owned this for about 7 months and will be buying a different device soon because of the numerous limitations.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars DECEIVED, April 17, 2006

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P. Guevremont - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mio 168RS 2.74-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Electronics)

This product's problem, is that the maps are obsolete, and no technical support reachable.
Errors, in directing to routes 25 % too long compared to Mapquest, or Mapgoogle.

Not possible to get the maps update. Cheaper in price, cheaper in value

3.0 out of 5 stars Good but not great, May 10, 2006

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fivekhigh (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Mio 168RS 2.74-Inch Portable GPS Navigator (Electronics)

Have used the GPS function on numerous occasion in FL and NC and have found it to be reasonable accurate albeit a bit out of date. Point of interest items inexplicable leave out many common items, ie Outback steak house in Fayetteville, NC. Pocket PC function work well. Although the GPS function is not as good as a dedicated GPS unit the combination with the pocket PC functions is well suited to my needs. All accessories were supplied and overall cost is significantly less than two separate units.