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Garmin iQue M5 Integrated Pocket PC and GPS

Garmin iQue M5 Integrated Pocket PC and GPS

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Brand: Garmin
Category: CE

List Price: $749.99
Buy Used: $149.45
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Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars 44 reviews

Format: Cd
Platform: Windows
Media: Electronics
Batteries Included: Yes
Operating System: Microsoft Windows Mobile for Pocket PC 2003 Second Edition
CPU Speed: 416
Native Resolution: 320 x 240
Display Size: 3.5
Includes MP3 Player: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 2.8 x 5 x 0.8
Time/date

MPN: 010-00344-00
Model: 010-00344-00
UPC: 753759047276
EAN: 0753759047276
ASIN: B00079V9XG

Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days

Features:
  • Pocket PC running Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition with integrated GPS and Que navigation applications
  • Powered by a 416 MHz Intel PXA 272 microprocessor; includes 64 MB RAM, 64 MB ROM, and data back-up protection
  • Embedded Bluetooth transceiver lets you network with computer systems and Bluetooth-enabled mobile phones, PDAs, printers, etc.
  • Check e-mail and view documents--then sync seamlessly with your laptop
  • Includes MapSource City Select North America data CD-ROM with full coverage/full unlock

Editorial Reviews:

Product Description
Garmin iQue M5 combines the popular Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 SE operating system with the dependability of Garmin GPS. Go from the boardroom to the hotel room without stopping for directions. Calendar and contact information is seamlessly integrated with the GPS navigation functions, so the iQue M5 will remind you of appointments, show the location on the map and route you there with detailed, turn-by-turn directions and voice prompts. The mobile office applications will give you the ability to check e-mail and view documents when away from the office, then sync to Outlook when you get back. The iQue M5 includes 64MB of RAM, 64MB of ROM and 15MB of safe storage along with a SecureDigital memory expansion slot, all of which can be used to store map detail and points of interest data from the included MapSource. City Select North America CD-ROM software application provides millions of residential streets and business addresses for all 50 states; nearly every town in the United States and also includes extremely detailed roadmaps for Canada and Puerto Rico. Vibrating alarm Offers Bluetooth wireless technology and IR Infrared communications Ports for headphone and external GPS antenna optional connections Includes RS232 and USB interface connectivity Has a digital-media memory card slot that has SecureDigital SD / SDIO / MMC compatibility Protective flip cover and metal stylus Intel PXA 272 Xscale Processor 416MHz with dedicated 48MHz ARM7 coprocessor 3.5 Diagonal Color TFT LCD with 240x320 QVGA pixel resolution Automotive windshield mount with integrated charger and speaker AC power and charging adapter USB Activesync cradle Unit dimensions - 2.83 W x 5.04 H x 0.75 D / Weight - 5.9 ounces City Select North America mapping software Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 2nd Edition for PocketPC


Customer Reviews:   Read 39 more reviews...

5 out of 5 stars Big, reliable, fits the bill   February 28, 2008
Peter Majeed (Somerville, Massachusetts USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

This product works perfectly for what I use it for. I've used the GPS functionality to navigate around Boston and Massachusetts, and it has worked flawlessly in that capacity. I've used Pocket Word to input various notes, and that has also worked for me. I've used Pocket Excel to manage grading for my 100 9th grade students in my 9th grade algebra class, and it's worked exceptionally well there as well. I've downloaded various PocketPC programs for this unit as well and have had no problems working with those programs either. br / br /All in all, for a relatively fast GPS unit coupled with a very good PDA system, I can't think of something better for me. I also own the Cingular 8125 HTC Wizard device, and I much prefer the larger display of this GPS/PDA to that device. This unit uses WM2003, not WM2005 and later versions of WM, but I have found no real functional difference in operability on the WM2003 platform as opposed to the WM2005 platform. br / br /If I had to make one complaint, it would be that it takes roughly about 1-2 minutes for the GPS receiver to pick up a satellite signal after opening the device. I have no experience with faster satellite recognition in other GPS systems, but I haven't seen that this has been any hinderance to finding places in Massachusetts for me. All in all, a great buy! If you can get it on sale in other venues, it might be even more attractive at its pricepoint.


2 out of 5 stars Garmin iQue M5   July 12, 2007
C. Plumley (Maryland)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Sync with Outlook dosen't all ways happen automatically, have to reset unit. GPS can be up to several hundred yards off actual position. Dosen't all ways recognize turn was not taken or that you are on an adjacent road


5 out of 5 stars Garmin iQue M5 Integrated Pocket PC and GPS   May 12, 2007
Carl C. Machemer Jr. (Mililani, HI United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful

As an experienced GPS user (Four Garmin GPS devices including two iQue models), who was once assigned with the military organizations which manage the GPS program, I can tell you that the iQue M5 is an excellent GPS and well worth the money. The Mobile Windows really gives you the "pocket PC" experience and the GPS portion seems to be quite a step-up from the earlier iQue models (I also have an iQue 3200). This all-in-one device puts all the modern conveniences (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) in a pocket-sized device which adds the GPS ability for routing and locating areas of interest. One word of advice. If you get one, or any other Garmin device, make sure you visit their website and download the latest software.


5 out of 5 stars Excellent device, highly recommended   January 19, 2007
C. Robinson (San Jose, CA)
4 out of 4 found this review helpful

Excellent unit, no problems. Just like the new Iphone from Apple you can play mp3, movies, browse the internet, and of course navigate using the GPS. What you can't do is make phone calls but who cares? Most people don't want a phone the size of a pda anyhow. br / br /The audio jack on top allows for better audio quality, for example headphones. With a cheap FM transmitter you can use your car's radio+speakers. br / br /I have tested the following cards and they are 100% functional with this PDA: br /- Spectec 802.11b/g SDIO Wi-Fi WLAN Card br /- Kingston 1GB Secure Digital Card (SD) br / br /One minus to consider if you are buying this: the GPS maps need to be downloaded from a PC to the unit. Additionally the PC software needs to be 'unlocked' using a registration key. For a computer novice, there are several pitfalls here so if you are not comfortable with this I would go for something with preloaded maps. br /


4 out of 5 stars Excellent Product   January 17, 2007
James W. Kavanaugh
1 out of 3 found this review helpful

Excellent Product...works great after I downloaded the maps. The only issue at first was finishing downloading the maps. It takes a while to download the entire U.S.. For some reason at the end, it would just freeze up. i weas finally able to accomplish loading the maps by leaving out a few Northwest states as I do not travel there. I recommend you get a SD card and put maps on that so if you have to reset you do not lose anything.