Only good because it works with good software for Palms / Treos
The GPS10 is a pretty basic piece of equipment. It doesn't have the latest GPS chipset known as SIRF Star3. So the reception isn't great and it's pretty slow at getting satellites.
But, if you want to use Garmin Software (iQue) on your Treo or Palm, it's the only choice you have. Garmin software uses a proprietary protocol that can only "talk" with Garmin...
My only complaint
As a yacht delivery captain, I have owned a couple of these units. I use them for GPS data thru my laptop utilizing Nobeltec marine navigation programming. As a GPS sensor, the unit performs well. However, the weak link in the unit is the DC power receiver. It is protected from the eliments by a small rubber plug which, when removed to plug in the charging cord, it easily...
This review is from: Garmin GPS 10 Bluetooth Wireless GPS Receiver (Sensor Only) (Electronics)
The GPS10 is a pretty basic piece of equipment. It doesn't have the latest GPS chipset known as SIRF Star3. So the reception isn't great and it's pretty slow at getting satellites.
But, if you want to use Garmin Software (iQue) on your Treo or Palm, it's the only choice you have. Garmin software uses a proprietary protocol that can only "talk" with Garmin GPSs.
Another feature on the good side is that the unit is a magnet that you can simply put on the roof of your car and it doesn't budge. The range for bluetooth is more than 15ft so it still works perfectly.
So, if you have a Palm or Treo and the GPS10X still isn't out, it's a pretty good choice.
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I tried about 8 different GPS units. All varying in size, purpose, etc and decided on this unit. I finally decided on the GPS10. It connected easily to my BlueTooth enabled PDA. The software is perfect. The GPS travels with me easily across the country . . . it even helped me find the Rainbow Bridge at Lake Powell. If you already have a PDA, this unit is perfect, compact, and reliable.
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I own quite a bit of Garmin equipment, so the purchase decision was pretty simple. The unit arrived and was simple to use and worked exactly as expected. Until the third use. It went MIA. Wouldn't charge, no lights, no blue tooth, etc.
I ordered a replacement and it has been working great for 4 months now. I believe this was a very isolated incident, as I believe Garmin's quality to be quite high.
I use the device to interface with Microsoft Streets & Trips running on my tablet PC via blue tooth.
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I've ordered about 20 of them. This is the best bluetooth GPS receiver out there. But I've had 4 or 5 of them just quit after a few uses. Garmin grumbles but honors the warranty by completely replacing the unit. GILware software is the best Windows based GPS navigation and mapping software and I use it in conjunction with these units; it is a great, easy to use setup.
Update: I think I discovered the problem with the Garmin 10s...if you leave them on charge (they often only come with a vehicle charger) for substantially more than the two hours it takes to charge them they seem to burn up; this may be because they automatically turn on when on charge. So, just be careful to only charge them for a couple of hours per session.
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It's probably one of the best bluetooth GPS receivers anywhere. However, it's very pricy. Of course you are forced to buy if the maps you need are only available from Garmin. Otherwise TomTom/Destinator/Navigon all provide better navigation software that works with other generic receivers that are much much cheaper.
Saying that, I still think it's better than most bluetooth GPS receivers out at the moment.
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The bluetooth GPS device works well. The fact that it is weather resistant and has a strong magnet for holding it on the roof of your car adds to the versatility. However, the plug which weather proofs the connector socket when it is not being charged is not attached and very easy to lose. Also, the software for use with PDAs and phones does not allow you to plan a trip on your desktop or laptop and then download routes and waypoints to the phone. With that caveat, overall operation is excellent.
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Bought sensor only, works with my HP Tablet PC without a problem.
Using Microsoft MapPoint 2006 and ESRI ArcGIS without a hitch.
The power port has a "small" rubber plug that got lost quickly.
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As a yacht delivery captain, I have owned a couple of these units. I use them for GPS data thru my laptop utilizing Nobeltec marine navigation programming. As a GPS sensor, the unit performs well. However, the weak link in the unit is the DC power receiver. It is protected from the eliments by a small rubber plug which, when removed to plug in the charging cord, it easily lost. I mean, the plug is SMALL. There is no teather or keeper attached to the unit body and this leads to corrosion and subsequent breakage of the power pole (pin). On my most recent yacht delivery thru Central America, the pin broke and I had to break open the unit and hard-wire the DC cord directly to the DC power supply to complete my mission. Other than this, I like the unit. [...].
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I use this the Garmin GPS 10 in combination with a Palm Tungsten T5 for car-navigation. The bluetooth interface works well. It sometimes takes a few minutes before the receiver can determine the GPS-position.
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