Testseek.com have collected 34 expert reviews of the Garmin Nuvi 1690 and the average rating is 75%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Garmin Nuvi 1690.
January 2010
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The editors liked
NuLink online services
Sleek look and feel
Straightforward and easy to use UI
Excellent overall navigational experience
Live traffic updates
Great lane guidance
Bluetooth
Google destination searches. Fuel price info. Friendly menus
Easy-to-read map screen. Bluetooth hands-free
The editors didn't like
No FM transmitter
Bluetooth hands-free microphone isn't the best quality
Route generation still far from perfect. Traffic messaging is hit and miss. Internet connectivity costs AU$99 annually after first year. Price premium
Lots of connected services; purchase price includes two years of service.
POI and Google Search could be better integrated; pop-up ads on POI searches can be annoying.
If you’re a fan of the Garmin navigation experience, the added NuLink connected services will only enhance the experience. The nüvi 1690 represents a very good effort from Garmin. See more like this: GPS, Mobile Mac Recommend? 0 YES 0 NO 0 Comm...
The Garmin Nuvi 1690 features free (and ad-supported) access to Garmin's nuLink data service, which provides traffic data, fuel prices, Google Search for POIs, and a host of other features, including Bluetooth hands-free calling help to keep the drive...
The move to microSD media renders all old Garmin SD cards obsolete. Touch screen exhibits weird flickering when the data connection is being accessed.
By itself, the Garmin Nuvi 1690 is merely a solidly performing GPS device, but it earns its keep through the free nuLink service, giving users easy access to up-to-the-minute data for safety, convenience, and entertainment. Read full review See all pri...
Accurate directions. Slick software design. Google-powered services are a boon. Solid traffic reporting. Useful elevation readings.
Bundled data subscription expires after two years. Displays ads. Still requires extra-cost map updates like any other GPS. Connected services not integrated with main POI database. On-board EDGE radio caused GSM buzz in our car stereo.
Garmin's impressive nüvi 1690 integrates connected services and offers plenty of routing options, but the high price and mandatory ads—even when you're not using said services—are turn-offs....
Abstract: Garmin jumps into the connected GPS game with its Nüvi 1690, a $500 portable that carries on the user-friendly tradition of the respected navigation pioneer. It connects with the EDGE network to wirelessly deliver real-time traffic info and lots more. ...
Abstract: Garmin's nuvi 1690 ships with the following items included in the box: The 4.3-inch WQVGA (480 x 272 Pixels) color touchscreen display is framed by a glossy black plastic border. The 1690's internal microphone can also be seen to the right of the d...
Frequently updated database, Built-in mobile data connection, Year's free subscription
Not all features work abroad, Subscription costs
We've waited a long time for another manufacturer to put up some competition for TomTom's LIVE, and finally Garmin has met the challenge and even upped the ante somewhat. It's a shame that the traffic provision is not as powerful as TomTom's HD Traffic, b...
Easy to use, Clear and effective navigation, Simple, useful connected services, Large matte screen and good finish, Bluetooth handsfree mode
Predictive text and addresses impractical, nüLink services: paid services though some are almost indispensible, No FM transmitter, Not enough parameters for journey options
If youre a fan of the Garmin navigation experience, the added NuLink connected services will only enhance the experience. As a first version of new technology for Garmin, the Garmin Nuvi 1690 represents a very good effort. Craig Ellison ...
Abstract: Das Garmin nüvi 1690 ist das erste Garmin-Navigationssystem mit einem Live-Dienst via Internet, hier „nüLink“ genannt. Hierzu ist ein Mobilfunk-Modem in das Gerät integriert, das neben Verkehrsmeldungen auch eine Google-Suche, Wetterinfos, Flugpläne, e...
