Magellan Maestro 4000 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator

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Magellan Maestro 4000 4.3-Inch Portable GPS Navigator
ModelMaestro 4000
ProducerMagellan
MediaElectronics
CatalogCE
Rank23315
List PriceUS$449.99

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Reviews:

Rating 4.0/5 from 122 reviews
Good, cheap GPS
Rating: 4/5 2010-05-28
I bought this for my folks last Christmas, and they love it.

All in all, I think my Garmin is a little more user friendly, but this is a good little unit (and will actually do a few things mine won't).

My parents are in their late 60s, and not the most tech-savy people in the world, and they got the hang of using it right away.
Nice display but not many features
Rating: 2/5 2010-04-05
I had a cheap $99 Garmin and I'm switching back to it. The display is great on this model but the features are lacking.
Great GPS--easy to use, not overly technical!
Rating: 5/5 2010-02-05
I bought this GPS for my mom, who continaully gets lost driving. She is not extremely tech savvy, yet she has really enjoyed this model. It is simple to use and perfect for people who don't want a unit with 50,000 features that are hard to understand. The price was very reasonable and it comes with everything you need--mount, car charger, A/C wall adapter.
New to GPS
Rating: 4/5 2010-01-27
This is my first GPS. I was on a trip with a friend that has a Magellan. After a lot of research, the Magellan seemed the easiest to use with the features I wanted. I have had my Maestro 4000 for a few weeks now and I am thrilled. Still learning about all the features. So far so good.
Unit dies after a year...do not buy Magellan!
Rating: 1/5 (1 out of 2 think this is helpful) 2010-01-20
This product worked fine for just over a year, and then died on me. I checked Magellan's website and they won't repair it. So this product is a scam, as apparently it is supposed to die after a year, so you'll buy a new one!

Terrible, terrible product. I recommend finding a different brand than Magellan when you buy a GPS navigator! I can't recommend any, personally, as I haven't bought any others yet.

Editorials:

Product Description
Maestro 4000

AAA TourBook® Travel Information, Roadside Assistance Details and More

The Maestro 4000 provides voice-guided, turn-by-turn directions with preloaded maps of the 48 contiguous United States, AAA TourBook® travel information and member roadside assistance details, plus an additional database of nearly two million points of interest.

Features:
  • SiRF Star III GPS chips for fast position fix and reliable satellite acquisition
  • Integrated antenna and battery for added portability and cord-free operation in or away from the car
  • SmartDetour™ feature to help drivers route around freeway traffic
  • QuickSpell® for fast data entry by reducing keystrokes as it checks spelling
  • Searchable points of interest (POI) database for finding and routing to business and services like gas stations, ATMs, hotels, restaurants, airports and more. Listings include a phoen number, address and travel distance.
  • Exit POIs conveniently list gas stations, lodging and restaurants at exits so dirvers can plan stops in advance
  • Trip Planning provides multi-destination routing when drivers need to make several stops - up to 20 destinations


Package Includes:
  • Windshield mount and cradle
  • Cigarette lighter adapter
  • Protective pouch
  • A/C power adapter
  • USB data cable
  • Adhesive disk for dash mounting
    Amazon.com Product Description
    Amazon.com Product Description With built-in AAA TourBook® travel information and member roadside assistance details, the Magellan Maestro 4000 Portable Auto GPS System is the ultimate travel companion. Re-engineered for easy use, its fresh graphics and intelligent touch-screen buttons offer a superior, precise navigational experience. And with its error free QuickSpell™ software you only need to enter a few letters to find your destination. The Magellan Maestro 4000 makes driving more pleasurable and less stressful.



    With fresh graphics and an intelligent touch screen, the Magellan Maestro 4000 is the ultimate travel companion.
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    Easy to use navigation features SmartDetour and auto re-route. View larger.


    Access built-in AAA information from your GPS touch screen. View larger.
    AAA-enabled
    The Maestro 4000 includes built-in AAA TourBook® guide travel information, giving you instant access to service details and Diamond ratings from the world's leading travel expert. Quickly find AAA approved lodgings and restaurants, AAA member roadside assistance details, and discounts available through the AAA Show Your Card & Save® program. Touch the tow truck icon and quickly access details for directing AAA member roadside assistance to your location.

    Note: AAA member roadside assistance requires AAA membership.

    Easy-to-Use Navigation
    If you don't like reading directions, you'll love the Magellan Maestro 4000. It's simple to use and ready to guide you to virtually any destination in the 48 continental United States right out of the box -- just turn it on and go. Its thin, sophisticated design and attractive, intuitive touch-screen graphics make driving a pleasure. Enter an address or select from 1.5 million preprogrammed points of interest (POIs), such as ATMs, gas stations, and restaurants with just a few screen touches. SiRFstarIII™ gives you the fastest GPS position accuracy in the industry, which you can use to route on the 2D or 3D map. Finally, let Maestro's friendly voice guide you turn-by-turn while you enjoy the drive.


    Additional Product Features

    • Turn-by-turn voice and visual guidance: Enter virtually any address or POI and get there quickly and safely
    • Graphical interactive maps: Built-in maps and destinations for the continental U.S. mean you'll always know where you are and where you're going
    • Bird's-eye 3D view: Clearly see your surroundings in 2D or 3D; also choose between Map View, TrueView™ 3D split screen, and Maneuver List
    • Rechargeable battery: Navigate even when you don't have access to power
    • Multi-destination routing: Select up to 20 destinations and choose the order that best fits your needs
    • SmartDetour™: Automatically prompts you to route around slow freeway traffic
    • Auto re-route: Never miss a turn and quickly get back on track whenever you make a detour
    • Auto night view: Adjusts color and contrast for easy night viewing
    • Complete mobility: Transfer your Maestro 4000 to any vehicle, with no installation
    • 1.5 million points of interest (POI): Optimized database to easily find gas stations, restaurants, ATMs, and more. And with smart location you can search by name, category, and region. There's even a Coffee category so you can quickly find caffeine whenever you need it.
    • Interactive POI icons: Touch an onscreen icon for a nearby destination, see name and address, and get an instant route
    • Customizable route methods: Fastest time, shortest distance, least or most use of freeways, avoid toll roads
    • Route exclusion: Select streets and freeways to avoid so you can get there your way
    • Address Book: Create and store POIs for easy reoccurring trips
    • Instant locate: One touch shows your location; quickly advise roadside assistance or emergency services

    What's in the Box
    Magellan Maestro 4000 Portable Auto GPS System, windshield mount and cradle, adhesive dash mount disk, cigarette lighter power adapter (12-24 watts), AC wall power supply/charger, quick reference guide, reference manual CD, and USB cable.

Features:

  • Hear turn-by-turn directions as you enjoy your driving experience virtually to any destination in the continental U.S.
  • Built-in AAA travel information, including member roadside assistance details and more
  • 1.5 million Points of Interest (POIs), 2D and 3D views; customizable address book
  • 4.3-inch WQVGA full-color, anti-glare touch screen
  • Measures 5.0 x 3.75 x 0.88 inches (WxHxD) and weighs 8.5 ounces