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Garmin nüvi 765T

 

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  • User Score (1399)
    7.7 7.7 from 1399 reviewers
  • Expert Score (6)
    7.2 7.2 from 6 reviewers
  • Design (4)
    8.1 8.1 from 4 reviewers
  • Value for money (9)
    8.7 8.7 from 9 reviewers
  • Features (13)
    8.1 8.1 from 13 reviewers
  • Ease of use (3)
    7.2 7.2 from 3 reviewers
  • Performance (10)
    7.0 7.0 from 10 reviewers
  • Overall quality (9)
    8.0 8.0 from 9 reviewers
  • Installation (2)
    8.8 8.8 from 2 reviewers
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  • Expert Reviews

  1. GPS Tracklog

    GPS Tracklog
    9 November 2008

    Tweet Hands on with the Garmin nuvi 765T UPDATE: This model has been discontinued. For current recommendations, please refer to our auto GPS buyers guide. Read more

  2. CNET

    CNET
    7.0/10
    24 August 2009

    The Garmin Nuvi 765T packs a number of useful features into an easy-to-use package and its ad-supported traffic updates are quite useful--plus, the ads themselves are quite unobtrusive. Read more

    • Free ad-supported traffic updates are very useful. EcoRoutes software allows drivers to plan fuel efficient routes and track fuel economy. The Nuvi 765T features fast routing and recalculation. Bluetooth hands-free and aud...
    • FM traffic doesn't work without the power cord and cradle, slightly limiting vehicle-to-vehicle portability.

  3. fwd.channel5.com

    8.0/10
    9 April 2009

    A decent enough mid-range unit thanks to its comprehensive new Euro maps, but the Garmin’s graphical gimmicks can actually make driving more difficult. Read more

    • What exactly is wrong with reversing up the motorway when you’ve missed an exit? Now Garmin has jumped on this perfectly innocent manoeuvre as though it’s something shameful, with new motorway lane graphics that make negot...
    • Cluttering the screen with 3D landmarks doesn’t actually make urban driving any easier, especially in historic city centres cluttered with windy roads and ‘quaint’ buildings. While satellite lock on and initial route calcu...

  4. GPSmagazine

    GPSmagazine
    25 November 2008

    Verdict: The Most Advanced nuvi Yet Read more

  5. Bluetooth Gps Tips

    Bluetooth Gps Tips
    23 August 2009

    Amazon.comnüvi 200W • Affordable widescreen navigationnüvi 765TSmart navigation with 3D city view and lane assistance. Lane assistanceGuides you to the correct lane for your onward journey, banishing confusion on... Read more

  • User Reviews

  1. good for beginner

    Bestbuy
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: richest, Bestbuy
    22 September 2011

    when I drived not correct, It will show me to the right way. Read more

    • save gas
    • some not correct

  2. Garmin gets me where I have to go.

    Amazon
    8.0/10
    Reviewer: Glen A. Bloomberg, Amazon
    16 December 2011

    Have been very pleased with the Nuvi 765T by Garmin. Compact unit makes transferring the unit to and from other vehicles very easy. The maps don't seem to have the accuracy you would expect. Read more

  3. "no battery life, takes several minuites to get GPS Sats"

    CNET
    3.0/10
    Reviewer: edbo_jr, CNET
    25 August 2011

    I had the nuvi 660 and liked it except for the bluetooth feature which I found to be quite useless. That aspect is just as useless on the 765. Read more

    • the speed limit indicator is great, The lane assit and look ahead for future turns and exits is great. Also find the ETA feature is helpful.
    • This nuvi 765 is a disappointment. The battery does not take a charge, therefore map update fails because there is no way to get the battery charged enough to complete the update. For some reason, the unit takes minutes to...

  4. Geat value for the money

    WolfCamera.com
    10/10
    Reviewer: sdb, WolfCamera.com
    22 June 2011

    Purchased to use on motorcycle and connect to on-board communications system and Android phone. Works perfect. touch screen work flawlessly while wearing gloves and menu buttons are large enough to make selections without... Read more

    • Easy Menus, Easy To Setup, Large Screen, Simple Controls
    • Short Battery Life

  5. Very Happy, Works Well!!!

    Newegg
    10/10
    Reviewer: Mike K, Newegg
    26 December 2010

    Upgraded the firmware right out of the box. I bought this because of all the features, especially the 3.5mm output jack. I plan on using this mostly on my motorcycle. Read more

    • Screen size, Bluetooth, Audio ut jack, Quick automatic rerouting....
    • The FM transmitter is weak. Traffic function can only be accessed through the OEM power plug. Not waterproof.

  • WikiFreak Description

Garmin nüvi 765T

Garmin nüvi 765T is a high sensitivity GPS receiver with a 4.5-inch WQVGA TFT (480 x 272 pixels) antiglare touch screen. Its features are high-sensitivity HotFix GPS receiver, turn-by-turn voice directions with lane assist, route planning and Bluetooth technology hand free calling.

Features

Garmin nüvi 765T leads the way with 2D or 3D maps, voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions and speaks street names. It has a lane assist feature in which it will guides user to the correct lan…

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Garmin nüvi 765T

Garmin nüvi 765T is a high sensitivity GPS receiver with a 4.5-inch WQVGA TFT (480 x 272 pixels) antiglare touch screen. Its features are high-sensitivity HotFix GPS receiver, turn-by-turn voice directions with lane assist, route planning and Bluetooth technology hand free calling.

Features

Garmin nüvi 765T leads the way with 2D or 3D maps, voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions and speaks street names. It has a lane assist feature in which it will guides user to the correct lane for an upcoming turn or exit. It accepts up to 1000 waypoints and up to 10 route planning. It is equipped with Points of Interest (POIs) database with hotels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and others. It also accepts custom POIs such as school zones and safety cameras and allows user to set proximity alerts to warn user of the upcoming POIs. It is equipped with built-in memory and micro SD card slot. It has a non-user replaceable rechargeable lithium-ion battery which can provide up to 3 hours of battery life. It is also equipped with Garmin Lock which is a theft deterrent system that locks the device. With the "Where Am I?" emergency locator feature, user can view current location information including location coordinates, nearest address and nearest hospitals, fuel stations and police stations. It supports hands free calling with the integrated A2DP Bluetooth® wireless technology. It is equipped with a built-in microphone and speaker. It has an FM Traffic Message Channel (TMC) traffic receiver to receive traffic information. It can be featured as a picture viewer and supports photo navigation. It is equipped with other features such as world travel clock with time zones, MP3 player, built-in FM transmitter, currency converter, measurement converter and calculator. It is compatible to optional MSN® Direct, Garmin Garage and Garmin Locate. The standard package comes with preloaded City Navigator® NT for North America or Europe (full coverage) or other country, lifetime traffic, FM traffic receiver with vehicle power cable, vehicle suction cup mount, USB cable, dashboard disc and Quick start manual. It measures 4.8 X 3 x 8 inches in dimension and weighs approximately 184g.

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  • Manufacturer's Description

Nüvi 765T takes navigation to the next level with lane assist. No more guessing which lane you need to be in to make an upcoming turn. Lane assist guides you to the correct lane for an approaching turn or exit, making unfamiliar intersections and exits easy to navigate.

  • Screen Size: 4.4 in.
  • GPS Type: Handheld (Outdoor)
  • Form Factor: Fixed
  • Map capabilities: Internal, Map cartridges / Data cards
  • Input Method: Touch Screen, Keyboard

Specifications

  • Unit dimensions, WxHxD:
    4.8"W x 3.0"H x .8"D (12.2 x 7.6 x 2.0 cm)
  • Display size, WxH:
    3.81"W x 2.25"H (9.7 x 5.7 cm); 4.3" diag (10.9 cm)
  • Display resolution, WxH:
    480 x 272 pixels
  • Display type:
    WQVGA color TFT with white backlight
  • Weight:
    6.48 ounces (183.8 g)
  • Battery:
    rechargeable lithium-ion
  • Battery life:
    up to 3 hours
  • Waterproof:
    no
  • High-sensitivity receiver:
    yes

Release Date

  • First seen
    16 September 2008

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