TomTom XL

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TomTom XL

The latest TomTom XL Sat Nav model represents some of the hottest features and technology available in SatNav gear today. Tom Tom has incorporated a beautiful 4.3 inch display into the TomTom XL SatNav that gives a clear view of the road with your route highlighted in red, making it easy to follow. A few simple taps on the TomTom XL SatNav isplay enables you to select your destination and be on your way. The Tom Tom XL’s small overall size is only slightly larger than the display itself and coupled with its light weight makes this Tom Tom XL Sat Nav a very portable device that can easily slip into your pocket. This Tom Tom Classic comes out of the box ready to navigate and includes pre-loaded maps of the United Kingdom and Ireland. The TomTom XL has a hefty 1GB of memory standard in the unit for maps and extras and sports an SD slot as well for additional maps and expansion. The Tom Tom XL uses a state of the art high sensitivity GPS chipset to guarantee the widest coverage and pinpoint accuracy and also provides a connector for an external antenna if you choose to use one. The TomTom XL also includes a built-in Bluetooth connection for optional features like weather, traffic updates and other downloads. For charging and additional software updates, the TomTom XL has a standard USB connection, which eliminates the need to carry an extra charger with you when you travel. You can charge the internal Lithium-Ion battery from any computer’s USB connector and enjoy hours of use from a single charge.

In addition to its stunning extra wide display, the TomTom XL Classic SatNav gives clear spoken directions and turn warnings in 36 languages so you have plenty of notice in advance and can concentrate on driving. The Tom Tom XL Classic Sat Nav also gives you the option of downloading a selection of celebrity voices to deliver these verbal directions in character and make them a little more entertaining. If you do make a wrong turn, the TomTom XL SatNav will quickly recalculate the best route to your intended destination and seamlessly update your directions. The Tom Tom XL includes millions of pre-loaded points of interest including hotels, restaurants, and other locations to help make your trip a little more comfortable. You also have a choice of route preferences which means you can decide if you are in a hurry to take the quickest route, or if you have a little more time you can enjoy a more scenic drive and the TomTom XL Sat Nav will adjust the directions.

The Tom Tom One XL V2 will even help you avoid accidents and heavy traffic through its optional update feature. This service will update the TomTom One XL V2 Sat Nav with real-time traffic and accident data and the TomTom XL will modify its current route if needed to avoid these obstacles. This option provides a 5 day weather forecast for your area as well as allowing you to download other updates such as traffic camera locations. The TomTom XL SatNav is a simple to use SatNav with a great feature set at a very competitive price.