Conclusion: The TomTom GO LIVE 1535M is a solid choice for anyone who prefers standalone GPS devices to cell phone apps, but still wants some Internet connectivity, and more accurate
Pros: Accurate routing. Informative display. Internet-based services are a nice extra. HD traffic reporting is a standout.
Cons: HD Traffic and Internet services cost $60 per year to renew. Occasional GSM buzz over car stereo speakers. Clumsy POI search.
Excerpt: The TomTom GO LIVE 1535 M is the company’s new mid-range navigator featuring LIVE (Internet connected) services, such as HD traffic, fuel prices, weather, and Google
Conclusion: TomTom has always stood out in the bread-and-butter navigation usefulness and accuracy departments, and the 1535M met that expectation in my tests.
Pros: Well-integrated apps, including Yelp, Expedia, Twitter., Sharp, 5-inch touchscreen., Accurate and usefully presented traffic detection & avoidance.
Cons: Live services subscription cost after first free year., Narrow windshield mount lockring can be challenging to grasp/turn.