February 16, 2005
GPS
After an annoying driving experience this weekend, which involved going 5 miles out of my way by missing a single turn, I decided to purchase a GPS unit for my Treo 600 . This unit was recommended to me by a coworker, who also has this unit and a Treo 600. I've wanted to have GPS in my car for awhile, but the standalone GPS units are too expensive for me to justify, since I don't do a lot of driving. With this GPS unit (and appropriate software on my Treo) I can get basic directions, as well as voice prompts (e.g. "turn left", "turn right") and automatic recalculation if I miss a turn. That should be a big help as I explore Pittsburgh.
Posted by Dirtae at February 16, 2005 11:45 PMAs someone who moved from Pittsburgh to Cleveland in recent years, I cannot recommend a GPS unit heartily enough. I use a Garmin standalone unit, but it has saved me from being lost many times. Given the topography of Pittsburgh, which results in some odd street alignments, particularly Downtown, I would say you have made a very wise choice.
Posted by: Wally at February 17, 2005 10:23 AM
