Does this product come with lifetime map updates for the GPS?
1753724
I'm not sure the lifetime maps are relevant for the watch...when you upload data to computer the maps via the web site itself are up to date...I do not believe it is like the garmin GPS you have in a vehicle
732651
No, and so far no Map updates available.Get yourself a waterproof case for the Garmin, I stopped using this and put my Garmin in a case.
1974511
I purchased a Garmin Nuvi in December of 2012 and there have been NO UPDATES to the "free" lifetime maps as of January 2015 .... ripoff!!!
2070578
The radio comes with the SD card (microSD actually) with the map info installed. The map was a little dated (2012), and this radio does not come with free updates. I purchased a year of map updates for $69 - http://www.navizon.com/ if I remember correctly. The location for the map updates is on the NAV screen when it comes up each time. The NAV screen is a little slow the first time it is selected each day (~30 seconds) but after that it comes up immediately (switching between radio, bluetooth, NAV).
1196293
No. Nor does it come with a USB cable (which you will need to register the unit and download free firmware updates as well as map updates). I guess that is why it is so inexpensive (Garmin gets their money one way or another).
1845403
Correction on this. Lifetime Maps ONLY lasts while the model is still on their website. Once they discontinue it on their website you no longer get map updates.
485283
Magellan rarely proivides map updates. I purchased 2 5045LMs in 2010 and have received only ONE map update. With Lifetime Map Updates they are supposed to occur 4 times a year, but I have only received 1. Not good for their Lifetime Map Updates.
722695
It does come with maps; however, they may or may not be the latest. Garmin does allow you to update the maps once for free, but it does require a standard USB to mini-USB cable which is not provided. For more information visit the Garmin website.
1457498
No you have to pay for map updates. The maps that come with it are pretty up-to-date, but not the most up-to-date. The unit gives you a website to go to for updates, and the process is pretty straightforward, but it does cost some money
1136157
No it doesnt,,At this time,,, An in order to get updates you need to buy updates,,, Garmin refuses to recognize old used units being resold for updates,,, I gave mine to my daughter to play with an I use my smartphone for GPS etc
2252905
Thank you. Sounds good. Now I want to find it in combo with the NuMaps Lifetime. Nuvi combo have the NuMaps Lifetime for $50 extra, but I can't find this with a combo yet.----------------Garmin said the one with lifetime update for maps (3790LMT) would be out in September, keep checking their website. Said the cost was $499.99. I hate to spend that money, but am getting the voice activated one for safety reasons. Said it was shipped to Best Buy, but I can find it only in Canada...
443889
I don't have this unit any longer, and I don't remember if it did have lifetime updates.
1372066
I don't know I returned it with the gps the earthmate gps came with the us and Canada dvds also delorme up dates maps a lot.
630378
Map updates are rarely needed for the lifetime of the GPS... I would NEVER EVER pay a monthly fee... Ripp-off
1457496
I can't tell you if it's current, but after 4 months' use, I haven't gotten lost or punched in an address that wasn't known. There are updates to the maps, but no they aren't lifetime. I believe 1 or 2 months after you register the product w/clarion.com. The updating process isn't clear and directions aren't helpful. In fact, I haven't updated mine.
864846
Yes, the LM after the model number means Lifetime Maps, but you need an E-mail address to get the notices of map updates and downloads. Plus the timed to update you GPS, usually takes about one hour on a 64-bit PC the first time you update. Did this help ? Also it is an awesome GPS system.
908663
Nope, there are no fees involved for the GPS itself. if you get the GPS with the lifetime maps, you can update your map for free once there's new updates. However, if you just get GPS without the lifetime maps, you have to pay garmin if you want to update maps.