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| TomTom GO 720 4.3-Inch Widescreen Bluetooth Portable GPS Navigator | 
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| Brand: TomTom
Category: CE
List Price: $449.95
Buy New: $314.50
You Save: $135.45 (30%)
New (14) Used (1) Refurbished (1)
Avg. Customer Rating:  143 reviews
Sales Rank: 802
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Tracks: Unknown
Batteries Included: No
Native Resolution: 480 x 272
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 3.2 x 0.9 x 4.7
nv:Type: Receiver
Display: Color
Touch Screen: Yes
Expansion Slots: SD Card
Battery Type: Rechargeable integrated Li ION
Battery Life: 5 hours
MPN: 1M00.780
Model: 1M00.780
UPC: 636926017114
EAN: 0036926017112
ASIN: B000SATCUQ
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Condition: Brand New, Sealed in Retail Box. Please keep all package materials in case you need to excahge within 30 days
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| Features:
| • | Stylish and lightweight pocket-sized design; preloaded with complete US and Canada maps and millions of POIs | | • | Spoken directions with real street names; 4.3-inch touchscreen with TomTom's award-winning navigation | | • | Bluetooth for hands-free calling via your cell phone; real-time traffic and weather via TMC or TomTom Plus | | • | MapShare technology--make your own map changes and download verified updates from the entire TomTom user community | | • | MP3 player and photo viewer; integrated FM transmitter gives directions and plays music through your car stereo system |
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Product Description
The TomTom GO 720 is the ultimate car navigator, with unique new features and MapShare technology, combined into one compact and stylish design. It comes pre-installed with the most up-to-date maps of the US and Canada stored on the 2GB internal memory, and with unique safety features so drivers always have direct access to safety and roadside assistance information. The extensive "Help Me!" menu includes information such as the nearest police station, hospital, or car repair center. It also allows the user to quickly identify their location for emergency assistance. The shortcut menu lets drivers jump straight to their most accessed information with just one touch on the screen. The enhanced hands-free kit features a new high-quality sound system via Bluetooth. As with all TomTom products, it comes with TomTom HOME, a free desktop application. TomTom's large satellite navigation community contribute and exchange their map corrections through TomTom HOME, making the most accurate maps available to all users. In addition, it comes pre-installed with a host of other TomTom PLUS services including TomTom Weather and TomTom QuickGPSfix (for extra fast connection to GPS satellites). Navigate to millions of POl's, including restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, hotels / Create your own POI categories and add your own locations. Route Planning options include fastest, shortest, avoiding highways or toll roads, pedestrian or limited speed. 4.3-inch (diagonally) 16 by 9 format LCD display (WQVGA; 480x272 pixels). The unit is driven by a 400 MHz CPU with 64MB RAM, and powered by a Lithium-polymer battery that provides 5 hours of continuous operation. Bluetooth-enabled for hands-free calling, and compatible with most mobile phones. Also features a dual microphone for improved sound quality Unit Dimensions: 4.7 inches wide by 3.2 inches high by 0.9 inches deep; 7.7 ounces. Inculudes -year TomTom Warranty.
Amazon.com Product Description
The TomTom GO 720 Color GPS Navigation System with Mapshare is one of the newest, and most advanced GPS navigators to date, from one of the most trusted names in vehicle navigation. The GO 720 features a high-quality finish with an extremely elegant and slim design that allows it to not only complement any car's interior, but also fit perfectly and easily in your hand or shirt pocket so it can go anywhere you do. Despite its sleek and portable size, the TomTom GO 720 is packed full of all the functionality you need to easily get where you are going, as well as a ton of features to make your trip as safe and enjoyable as possible. 
Enjoy great functionality, including Map Share technology, traffic information, and a built-in FM transmitter. View larger. View top. View back. | 
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The Tom Tom provides an optimal navigation view while providing extensive information. View larger. | 
Check current weather and road conditions for places you're visiting. View larger. | Top-notch User Interface and Software The GO 720 is operated via an award-winning, intuitive user interface, and is ready to go right out of the box so as soon as you switch it on you can start using it. This navigator comes with the latest and most complete maps of the USA and Canada pre-installed for door-to-door navigation anywhere across the North American continent. Providing easy and quick access to extensive information such as building footprints and live traffic information, the unit includes multiple information options for personalization to your needs. What's more, the 720 is fully future proof, with new maps and free software upgrades available through TomTom's "Home" service so you'll never be out of date. Simple, Easy Navigation
TomTom's GO 720 uses a 4.3-inch, extra-wide, touch-screen LCD display that features anti-glare technology for easy viewing even in direct sunlight. Realistic and clear visual instructions are provided with high-quality 3D graphics, while spoken instructions tell you where you need to go in your own language. As an added convenience, text-to-speech functionality provides you with actual street names, while the easy-to-operate, voice-prompted address input is not only faster and simpler, but allows for easy location search and selection and plug and GO capability. Using the latest technology, the 720 provides you with fast and accurate positioning, with fast route calculation and automatic re-calculation so it's virtually impossible to get turned around. You can even record your own navigation instructions, for either places you know best, or for planning out trips in advance based on the recommendations of others. The GO 720 is as safe as it is convenient, and comes with a host of safety preferences. This unit helps ensure safe and efficient driving by doubling as a hands-free kit via Bluetooth technology, which is becoming essential as more states pass laws against driving while talking into a handset. With dual microphone support and a built-in high-quality speaker your phone calls are as clear as a bell, and with convenience features such as automatic call pick-up you can truly concentrate on your driving. However, if for some reason your concentration does lapse, this device includes a selectable speeding alert to keep you from accruing expensive tickets. Extra Features
The GO 720 is full of functionality, such as a tip feature, a customizable status bar, an extensive guided tour, and even a 'Help me!' menu, so it guides you through its usage as much as to your destination. It also features a personalized shortcut menu, 'current location icon' options, and millions of POIs (points of interest) so you can find what you need wherever you are like a lifetime local was riding shotgun. Taking navigation beyond just convenience, the 720 lets you play your music wirelessly over your vehicle's stereo system via its built-in MP3 player and FM transmitter. Now you can enjoy your music on the 720, all while seamlessly providing navigation instructions and still handling your hands-free phone calls. This amazing navigation device even provides you with a document viewer and photo viewer, so you can take your work with you or instantly download and enjoy your holiday photos wherever you go. TomTom Plus Services
The TomTom GO 720 is compatible with TomTom Plus services that allow you to check the current weather and road conditions on your route, and get up to five-day forecasts for places your visiting. This feature also allows you to take advantage of buddies functionality, TomTom Plus traffic, and the easy download of additional voices. What's more, as a new addition to the TomTom line-up, the 720 comes with TomTom MapShare technology. TomTom Map Share technology not only lets you add to, update, and personalize your maps instantly, but also share them with others so all your family and friends know the latest changes in your area. You can also download others' changes daily as one of many online services. TomTom's GO 720 comes complete with TomTom Home software, an internal high-quality rechargeable lithium ion battery, and the capability to share content directly between other compatible TomTom GO devices. A Bluetooth remote control is available as a separate accessory. The 720 is also backed by a manufacturer's limited warranty. What's in the Box
TomTom GO 720 navigation device, windshield mount, desk dock with USB cable, car charger, CD-rom with software and user's manual, quick-start guide, accessory/PLUS leaflet, TomTom safe driving leaflet, and warranty information.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 138 more reviews...
My Favourite GPS with one problem I didn't wish for July 18, 2008
PSA: If you think that paying $80 for maps every year is unfair, don't buy a GPS. No matter what GPS you buy, you have to buy maps every year for around the same price.
I throughly used about 7 other GPS devices before I decided on buying this. The GO 720 is
very easy to use and will sometimes leave you deeply impressed by the smart features it has.
It looks great with its sleek screen and the elegant form.
It shows you water bodies as indents on the sides, has a day and night mode for the maps.
The lighting of the LCD changes with light exposure.
Smarter features include
-Bluetooth connectivity to your phone, so that you make calls through the GPS.
-When finding POI(Point of Interest), you can call the place directly with a touch of a
button since the number shows up with a CALL button next to it
-You can record voices of yourself or a friend and have this voice be the navigation voice.
(I had my friend record his commands in our local language)
-Pair to your FM radio so that you can hear the command on your car speakers
-MP3s can be played
-SD card slot
-BEST Feature : Text to Speech. Having the GPS read out the names of streets for you is the
best thing ever. You dont have to look at the device..just focus on the road.
However, when I was in downtown one time...the device went nuts. It couldn't locate itself
and the graphic just kept showing my car floating on the roads. I was getting voice commands
during this but I didnt know if they were right because it had lost its signal. It may have
been due to the tall buildings...but I wasn't happy when it happened.
This has happened only ONCE.I use it everyday and it is everything I expected it to be. The
main thing to look for in a GPS is its Navigation Ability and this Go720 is killer at it. It
calculates in microseconds and takes you the right way to your destination. You can choose
the way you want to go too (eg:choose to eliminate a freeway). It may miss some roadblocks.
This can be annoying. But, you can just keep going..and it will reroute you. YOu can even
record the roadblock easily with 2 clicks, so that it doesn't make the mistake again.
The TOMTOM is superb compared to a Garmin because of its user friendly and less annoying
nature. This Go 720 though has everything you need and more. You'll love it.
 STAY AWAY FROM TOM TOM July 15, 2008
If you want a good product stay away from Tom Tom products. I have used 3 different products from tom tom and maybe I'm a slow learner or tom tom has bad products, just stay away from tom tom so many better gps units to buy that are better. I decided to return the tom tom products and buy a Navstar and soooo much better and graphics so much better. Stay away from tom tom and buy a navstar or just look past a tom tom.
No keyword search! July 12, 2008
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Get a grip, idiot developers. Do you always know exactly the address you'r going to?
 TomTom better than nuvi July 2, 2008
I tried out the Garmin nuvi 760 since I read that it's maps were better but have since sent it back. It did not have as many customization options (no John Cleese voice). And it's display does not show the small roads that you are passing as well as the TomTom 920. Of course I have previous experience with the TomTom software interface since I have used it with my Treo PDA for years. I was surprised that the TomTom was getting satellites indoors! The form factor is better with the TomTom as well. The rounded back fits nicely in your hand, while the nuvi is a rectangular block. The nuvi suction cup with locking lever for the windshield mount does seem more robust but the TomTom suction cup looks like it will do the job and I found an add on vent mount option for the TomTom which I like for business trips. I would have gotten the 720 but wanted the EU maps for future trips so I got the 920.
 Lots of features but software very immature July 1, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Pros:
- love the Bluetooth phone integration. Makes commuting back and forth a lot safer.
- Price was great. I got it on sale for about $300 - great price for the features
- Voice commands is a nice to have. Voice recognition capabilities have worked quite well so far.
- You can customize the start and shut down screen, and there's a sleuth of cool options on Home.
- Maps of Europe. Haven't tried it yet - but I'm planning an European trip this fall - it's good to know it's there.
Cons:
- Additional data features (chiefly traffic updates) are not supported for my phone (Samsung Blackjack)
- I'm assuming this is a software glitch - but my Tomtom turns itself off when it's on the cradle but NOT when I forget it in the car.
- Another software glitch - the unit is supposed to warn me when I forget it in a car or when I go over the speed limit - hasn't done it once so far.
- Routing on surface roads is terrible. I haven't compared this to other portable units, but Google Maps kicks the socks out of this when it comes to finding the most efficient route.
- User interface is terrible - 4 clicks to cancel route???
- I live in VA, drive to work in MD thru DC. That's three states (err, two and a half). Finding addresses by state first is very frustrating.
- Yet another software glitch - every time I override the unit's predefined route, it 'loses' the start address - it shows the diverging point as the 'start'.
- Form factor - this unit is a lot thicker in the back than it appears.
In conclusion, I'm on the fence here. I heard good things about similar Garmin units - in terms of routing AI. However, I'm holding off on trading this one in because of the features / price.
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