The XL-340 can easily be mounted to your windshield and prevent you from becoming the main ingredient in a witch's brew.

The TomTom XL 360-S offers a feature called "advanced lane guidance". Other GPS devices on the market do not include this feature and you have to become a drunk driver and swerve all over the road because you missed an exit. On this GPS, a diagram is laid out for you with flashing arrows that tell you where you need to go.

Another feature include is "IQ routes". These routes calculate road data for the quickest route you need to make it to your destination. If you are driving and there is heavy traffic, this GPS will guide you to the nearest roads that have less traffic. It is a great feature and you do not have to rely on the speed limit.

The TomTom XL 340-S has its own software built in. It is easy to connect it to a personal computer of a Macintosh. The software will automatically install itself onto your computer and will allow you to add updates, add maps, and plan routes. It is even possible to add different voices.

For example, you can add the legendary voice of Mr. T if you want to for just $13. If you have a huge ego, you can choose to add user created voices to the GPS and add your vocals.

The TomTom XL 340-S provides tutorials for different features and additional bonuses like the emergency help service. You will be able to plan your itinerary and make map correction to things like street names, addresses, and points of interest. This GPS really is rather cool.

Unfortunately, XL 340-S GPS is not able to support real time traffic data or Bluetooth. You would have to purchase a separate receiver. This GPS is definitely worth the price though. You will be assured of never getting lost again, unless you are trapped on Mars or something similar. The XL 340-S won't be able to show you how to return to Earth. It's good, but not that good! The TomTom XL 340-S includes North American maps with over 7,000,000 points of interest indicated. You will likely never have a chance to visit all of these places, but better safe than sorry.

In closing, this GPS device has more advantages than disadvantages. If you want to get stranded on fantasy island and find your way home, get this GPS! If you care about Bluetooth or real time traffic data then this is not the right choice for you. The TomTom XL 340-S is successful for a reason. One of the best GPS devices on the market. One thing that was never mentioned, who names their GPS TomTom? Seriously, Tom Tom Club is a good name for a music group but for a GPS? The world will never know

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