Portable GPS Navigation System – Sony NV-U83T Review
Sony has released another mobile GPS navigation unit with enhanced features from the Nav-U NV-U73T. The Sony Nav-U NV-U83T will ship in mid-April to the many people who are eagerly awaiting it.
The Sony NV-U83T takes the same basic features from the already impressive NV-U73T and adds them to make an even better product. The first notable improvement is that of a larger screen. The display was updated from 4.3 “to 4.8”. It seems like a small update, but those who are used to screens similar to these will know that half an inch can make a big difference.
Also included in this enhanced product is the Position Plus feature. With Position Plus, the NV-U83T will continue to operate and steer you when GPS signals are temporarily interrupted. This is possible with many sensors that will observe your location in relation to the map. That is quite unique. A GPS navigation unit that doesn’t always need a GPS signal to work. Now we don’t have to worry about getting lost due to a temporary loss of the GPS signal.
The biggest update that comes with the NV-U83T is the built-in Bluetooth. If we drive with a GPS navigation unit, then we are already worrying about where we are going and how to get there. Why should we also worry about talking on the phone? Sony has simplified things a lot by integrating the two together. The NV-U83T allows us to connect with our Bluetooth device to talk hands-free easily. Make and receive calls safely, while we go to our destination.
The Sony NV-U83T still packs in the great features of its little brother. Dual view provides an easier and clearer view of how to move. It still comes preloaded with maps of the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. And, of course, it has the gesture commands. Program destinations with the flick of a finger on the screen and the NV-U83T will take you there. Sony makes it easy and simple for drivers. The only thing that is not so simple here is the price tag. Most stores sell the Sony NV-U83T for around $ 400. However, you can find it cheaper than that. Some stores have prices as low as $ 300. Despite the price, in the end, the NV-U83T is a great navigation unit.