Are you wondering if you should consider upgrading your old GPS unit? Or maybe you have been considering buying your first one, but wonder if you really should? What are the benefits to having a stand alone GPS unit for your car? There are many benefits to consider.
The only downside to GPS is that on occasion it can be hindered by poor signal strength. There are a number of factors that can influence the strength of your GPS signal. Common problems include tall buildings, specialized window coatings, bad weather, solar flares and low batteries. Each time your signal is interrupted it can throw you off course and slow your progress toward your destination.
Another problem that some units have is when you don't use them for a few days it takes awhile for them to find the signal again. Sometimes the reception is just plain bad. You might be in a canyon or another situation where the signal is blocked. If you try to get a signal while your car is already moving, you might run into problems too.
Another thing to consider is signal reception. While smart phones are designed as phones, and include some GPS functionality, any stand alone GPS unit you purchase will include a much higher quality antenna to make a more secure satellite connection.
Signal boosters can also be effective at combating certain types of window coatings. If you have a thick film or tint on your car windows it can interfere with the GPS signal. A signal booster can enhance the signal, allowing you to use your GPS without having to remove the tint from your windows.
Even a low battery can cause problems. Be sure to use your GPS unit on a regular basis to keep the data current. Follow these tips and you will have fewer problems getting where you need to go.
About the Author:
Yaha Jones helps with a GPS Review Site that educates people about the different benefits associated with various GPS devices. For a quick preview watch this video about the: VIA 1605TM. Also, be sure to watch this video as well: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paB6-7T8T8g.
1 Laissez votre trace >:
This place has really amazing food. I went there for a charity event there were vanilla and chocolate cupcakes topped with caramel swirl and mocha coffee beans for desserts.