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33 of 34 people found the following review helpful
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The Mio "Spirit" V series comes in two sizes: 4.7" (V505) and 7" widescreen (V735), the latter of which seems overly large and likely to block your view of the road. I got the 4.7" and it's ample for both navigating and watching television (not at the same time, of course). The only slight let-downs with the smaller unit are that it doesn't come with a headphone port, which is useful for watching TV, or an FM tuner. The screen is touch-sensitive and it comes with a small remote control.
Power/charging is done via the car or USB cable connected to a computer. If you want a mains charger it has to be bought separately, which is a little annoying. When connected to a computer the device acts as if it's an external drive, making it easy to manage and transfer files. It has 1GB of internal memory, which is expandable via a slot for a MicroSD card, on which you can store "NavPix" (images of places to aid in navigation), music files and voice recordings (a microphone is built-in). There's also a slot for a digital TV card.
Installation is very simple - since the device doubles as a TV it's been designed to be easy to move around - and the build quality is good.
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The main home screen has a convenient button interface. Just touch what you want to do or scroll down for more options. As a satnav it's hard to fault, although I haven't tried any obscure journeys yet, and since this is the first satnav I've used I don't know how it compares to others such as TomTom or Garmin. It features "Back-On-Track" automatic rerouting in case you do go wrong.
The big selling point of the V series is that it's also a TV, so you can detach it from the dash and hand it one of the kids.... Read more ›
The Mio "Spirit" V series comes in two sizes: 4.7" (V505) and 7" widescreen (V735), the latter of which seems overly large and likely to block your view of the road. I got the 4.7" and it's ample for both navigating and watching television (not at the same time, of course). The only slight let-downs with the smaller unit are that it doesn't come with a headphone port, which is useful for watching TV, or an FM tuner. The screen is touch-sensitive and it comes with a small remote control.
Power/charging is done via the car or USB cable connected to a computer. If you want a mains charger it has to be bought separately, which is a little annoying. When connected to a computer the device acts as if it's an external drive, making it easy to manage and transfer files. It has 1GB of internal memory, which is expandable via a slot for a MicroSD card, on which you can store "NavPix" (images of places to aid in navigation), music files and voice recordings (a microphone is built-in). There's also a slot for a digital TV card.
Installation is very simple - since the device doubles as a TV it's been designed to be easy to move around - and the build quality is good.
SOFTWARE
The main home screen has a convenient button interface. Just touch what you want to do or scroll down for more options. As a satnav it's hard to fault, although I haven't tried any obscure journeys yet, and since this is the first satnav I've used I don't know how it compares to others such as TomTom or Garmin. It features "Back-On-Track" automatic rerouting in case you do go wrong.
The big selling point of the V series is that it's also a TV, so you can detach it from the dash and hand it one of the kids.... Read more ›
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
By P. Meek
Amazon Verified Purchase
The classic line from Crocodile Dundee always comes to mind when I see other sat navs now.
I've had mine for about 3 months and like it very much. It is fast and finds routes easily, it will also re-route quicky too if you choose to ignore the directions. The onscreen directions are very easy to read due to the screen size and with the unusually large supplied windscreen-mount it can be sited in a wide range of places around your vehicle. I would like to have the option to download alternative voices as the supplied ones are a bit robotic (maybe in the future eh?)
The TV picture is really sharp and works well in most places (I even used it in Rome recently where it found 216 Freeview channels!!) Overall, it's not perfect but then I doubt if any others are but for the money, it is a very useful tool and great entertainment too.
I've had mine for about 3 months and like it very much. It is fast and finds routes easily, it will also re-route quicky too if you choose to ignore the directions. The onscreen directions are very easy to read due to the screen size and with the unusually large supplied windscreen-mount it can be sited in a wide range of places around your vehicle. I would like to have the option to download alternative voices as the supplied ones are a bit robotic (maybe in the future eh?)
The TV picture is really sharp and works well in most places (I even used it in Rome recently where it found 216 Freeview channels!!) Overall, it's not perfect but then I doubt if any others are but for the money, it is a very useful tool and great entertainment too.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By P. Wareing
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I recieved the satnav and was instantly drawn to how big the unit was. At 4.7", it is a lot bigger than the 3.0" or 4.3" I have only ever seen before. This makes it very good for navigation as you can quickly glance across to the screen and easily see without taking your eyes off the road for too long. The large screen is also very good for the built in freeview. The signal for the freeview can take a couple of minutes to register, and I do not generally have many problems once connected; the only problem is when you take a minor route and the signal is lost which then is useless.
The maps and navigation is very very good. I have used tomtom and other navman satnavs, and i must say this is probably the best and easiest to understand, especially when approahing difficult junctions. The satelite connection is very very quick. Also with the satnav, it includes lane assist, which is probably navman's equivalent to tomtom's IQ routes, but I was impressed on how accurate it has been. It does also have built in speed camera data, but I would expect that as standard.
The maps and navigation is very very good. I have used tomtom and other navman satnavs, and i must say this is probably the best and easiest to understand, especially when approahing difficult junctions. The satelite connection is very very quick. Also with the satnav, it includes lane assist, which is probably navman's equivalent to tomtom's IQ routes, but I was impressed on how accurate it has been. It does also have built in speed camera data, but I would expect that as standard.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By Freelancer
Basically means in Spanish 'Mine' , well not any more.
This was my very first mobile sat nav , I had previously had built in car units but they were not as good. Well I would say that for me it was the best that money could buy , used twice for the long haul into Spain in 2010 ,it was spot on , clear directions and updated info for petrol stations etc which was invalueable , yes and most do it I know but this is special. Then disaster ! Yes I liked it so much that I took it everywhere as I was worried that the car might be broken into. Then I had it stolen or lost it whilst shopping in Madrid. Traveling is now no longer as enjoyable without Daniel speaking the way ahead , its larger than the norm but this is also great for watching TV even on the move. I am going to get another as soon as I can afford it , why ,well I suggest that you take a serious look at them for yourself , Viva Mio V735
This was my very first mobile sat nav , I had previously had built in car units but they were not as good. Well I would say that for me it was the best that money could buy , used twice for the long haul into Spain in 2010 ,it was spot on , clear directions and updated info for petrol stations etc which was invalueable , yes and most do it I know but this is special. Then disaster ! Yes I liked it so much that I took it everywhere as I was worried that the car might be broken into. Then I had it stolen or lost it whilst shopping in Madrid. Traveling is now no longer as enjoyable without Daniel speaking the way ahead , its larger than the norm but this is also great for watching TV even on the move. I am going to get another as soon as I can afford it , why ,well I suggest that you take a serious look at them for yourself , Viva Mio V735
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Tigger
Amazon Verified Purchase
Overall its very good, I have been used to built in versions, so found this not as smooth to use
Pros: Supersize screen is easy to see, you can watch freeview tv where thers a signal, speed trap alerts, problems en route alerts, easy to use, gets you there ok. Lane assist when changing from one motorway to another is great.
Cons: expanded view when moving through town can be confusing and has lead to me taking wrong turns ( due to colour scheme). Does not turn with the car quickly enough around town again leaving you to go the wrong way sometimes. Graphics could be better, but ive been told all these portable units are similar in screen quality.Does not allow an expanded view of your journey for more than a few seconds.
Pros: Supersize screen is easy to see, you can watch freeview tv where thers a signal, speed trap alerts, problems en route alerts, easy to use, gets you there ok. Lane assist when changing from one motorway to another is great.
Cons: expanded view when moving through town can be confusing and has lead to me taking wrong turns ( due to colour scheme). Does not turn with the car quickly enough around town again leaving you to go the wrong way sometimes. Graphics could be better, but ive been told all these portable units are similar in screen quality.Does not allow an expanded view of your journey for more than a few seconds.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Rufusgill
Superb item, especially the tv feature which works really welland can also use films downloaded onto the micro SD card. Sat nav could be slightly more intuitive to use.
Published 11 months ago by Mr. A. Gill
5.0 out of 5 stars
Nav an mio
I bought this for my husband he a taxi driver with lots of spare time, he loves it, no trouble picking up all the free view channels..
Great buy... The size is good.
Great buy... The size is good.
Published 12 months ago by Gill
3.0 out of 5 stars
Could have been much better
As a satnav this product works great, far superior the awful Garmin satnav I had previously; the large screen is HUGE and easy to see. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Winnie Woo
2.0 out of 5 stars
unimpressed
This unit is fairly good with most uses however there are a few simple things could be done tyo improve it. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Mr. D. T. Henson
4.0 out of 5 stars
MIO V735
Excellent service, had a missing part but that was resolved very quickly, so i am very pleased with my purchase which was a MIO Sat nav Model V735.
JTHenderson
JTHenderson
Published 23 months ago by J. T. Henderson
2.0 out of 5 stars
Why no radio channels and map detail more basic than other products.
Good product, but where are the freeview radio channels. Most other freeview receivers I have will also pick up the radio channels. Read more
Published on 1 Dec 2009 by G. Collins
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