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gpspassion
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 Posted - 05 juil. 2008 : 00:36:11
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TOPIC - GARMIN OREGON 200/300/4x0
Touchscreen - 240x400 resolution - ST Micro Cartesio GPS Chipset - HotFix (AGPS)
Versions : Main software/v4.10 - GPS Firmware/v4.46 (20100529)
Product page on the Garmin site : >> LINK <<
Updated September 17th, 2008 : Battery life testing with 2700mAh NiMH batteries:
Back-light 100% : 9h00
Back-light 0% : 15h30
Compared to the Colorado: 9h00 and 13h00, respectively
Good surprise with the BL off, the integrated STMicro Cartesio platform has better power management than the CPU+MTK of the Colorado..
Other battery life aspect, remaining time after "low battery" message :
- BL@100% : 20'
- BL@0% : 35'
Update September 1st, 2008 - More user reports on the Oregon and everyone is impressed, the touchscreen adds a whole new dimension to handheld GPS use, here are my thoughts and is Boyd's with pictures and screenshots.
Updated July 10th, 2008 - Oregon handheld systems are now official -> Oregon 400T page and they have also set up a mini-site in snazzy flash.
Posted July 5th, 2008 - Once again, some online stores (buy.com and Amazon) have jumped the gun on the announcement of a Garmin Handheld (if memory serves that happened with the 60Csx, Vista HCx and Colorado series !) which was spotted on groundspeak and this time they have disclosed the Oregon family with the 200, 300, 400c, 400i, 400t models. Based on the specs they seem to be close to the recent Colorado series, with the notable addition of a touch screen, as on the Magellan Triton handhelds.
"Features
3.0 inch Worldwide Basemap GPS Hand Held Receiver -High Sensitivity GPS Receiver for Improved Performance and Reception-Built In 3D Basemap /3D Elevation View-microSD Card Slot for Optional Mapping and Data Storage-Wireless Exchange of User Routes Tracks Waypoints Geocaches and Images-Electronic Compass/Barometric AltimeterTemperature Sensor
Tech Specs of GARMIN OREGON 200 Hand Held Receiver Worldwide:
High sensitivity GPS receiver for improved performance and reception
Easy to use, touchscreen interface
microSD card slot for optional mapping and data storage
Electronic compass, barometric altimeter, temperature sensor
Built in 3D Basemap /Digital Elevation Model
3D elevation view
Wireless exchange of user routes, tracks, waypoints, geocaches and images
Unit dimensions: 4.5 in x 2.3 in x 1.4 in
Display size: 3 in color, touch screen
Pixels / H x W: 240 x 400
Waterproof standard: IEC 60529 IPX7
Battery type: two high capacity or lithium ion AA batteries
Weight: 6.8 oz with batteries
Part Number: 010-00697-00"
From buy.com
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Boyd
USA
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Posted - 06 juil. 2008 : 01:22:17
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| Cool - maybe this is the alternative to the Nuvi we've been waiting for? OTOH, it sounds like the Colorado is still a work in progress, so it's curious that they're introducing another whole line at this point. |
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Decidion
USA
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Posted - 06 juil. 2008 : 08:18:16
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| Instead of continuing the tradition of a distinct line of GPS for off-road (or hiking, biking, etc.) and a distinct line for On-Road I wish they would put some effort into a model line that can do both well. |
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gpspassion
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Posted - 06 juil. 2008 : 12:02:25
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I think that's coming in the nuvi line...but while the software shouldn't be a problem, it's going to be hard to come up with hardware optimized for all environments.
@boyd - yes, one more beta firmware for the Colorado recently, v2.54b, 2 months after the v2.51b and it's still not great compared to the 60CSx. I suspect they're focusing their efforts on making sure the Oregon is more "finalized" out of the gate! |
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John R
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Posted - 06 juil. 2008 : 16:19:08
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| If the Oregon line is to be more "finalized," I certainly hope they don't forget their early adopters who bought the Colorado units, a la Nuvi 600/700 series. While the touchscreen sounds sexy, I wonder how it is going to work with gloved or sweaty hands. Maybe photographer's mittens will be the answer. I personally find it difficult to precisely position the cursor with touchscreen devices. |
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John Roper |
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Boyd
USA
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Posted - 06 juil. 2008 : 16:37:52
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I was just using my 60csx yesterday to enter a bunch of waypoints and that system of choosing letters from a grid, switching between numeric and alpha, picking multiple OK buttons is really maddening. A touch screen would make data entry SO much easier, not to mention things like scrolling the map or selecting things. I think the ideal unit would have a combination of touch screen and a few hardware keys for basic operations like zooming to make it more "glove friendly".
Will be very interested to see what they come up with here. |
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John R
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Posted - 06 juil. 2008 : 17:51:22
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| Combination hardware keys/touchscreen would be ideal - maybe a thumb stick like the eTrex series to keep the size to a minimum. I actually prefer the letter wheel of the Colorado series over the grid, but that is an acquired taste. For heavy duty waypoint editing, I use MapSource. |
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Decidion
USA
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Posted - 08 juil. 2008 : 04:38:14
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| Buy.com removed the price and the ability to order these today ;) |
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gpspassion
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J@cob
Netherlands
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John R
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gpspassion
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Decidion
USA
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Posted - 11 juil. 2008 : 21:22:06
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Originally posted by J@cob
A touchscreen is very sensible, what will happen, if it is in your backpack together with your carkeys while pushing it against a tree or rock, or operating it with dirty hands?
Thats why there is an aftermarket for cases, screen protectors, 12v chargers and all sort of things to spend your money on if spending $500 isn't enough just for the GPS unit itself.
I am sure Garmin will eventually come out with a nice leather case for about $150. |
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Boyd
USA
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Posted - 13 juil. 2008 : 15:50:00
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quote:
Originally posted by J@cob
A touchscreen is very sensible, what will happen, if it is in your backpack together with your carkeys while pushing it against a tree or rock
Well it's really just a software issue I think. Apple has a good solution for the iPhone and iPod touch. After touching the screen you need to "slide" a little bar across the screen or it turns off again in a couple seconds. I carry my iPod touch around unprotected in my pocket all day and have never had any problems. |
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g.o.cashers
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Sellador
USA
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Posted - 16 juil. 2008 : 00:40:01
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| Nice info on your blog! It's great to be able to share your experiences with it and to start getting a feel for its strengths and weaknesses. |
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