Garmin International is pleased to announce the nüvi 260. In addition to the features found in the nüvi 250, the nüvi 260 will provide turn-by-turn directions with spoken street names. The text-to-speech feature prompts you to Turn right on Main St instead of Turn right in 500 feet.

The nüvi 260 offers full coverage mapping for the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. The preloaded map data features nearly six million points of interest, including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs, and attractions. The map data is provided by NAVTEQ™, a world leader in premium-quality mapping

Product Features and Specifications

• Turn-by-turn directions with spoken street names
• Sleek, ultra-slim design fits easily in pocket
• Easy, touchscreen interface
• Bright 3.5 diagonal color display; 320 x 240 pixels; QVGA TFT display, with white backlight
• Preloaded with City Navigator North America NT - nüvi 260 includes detailed maps of the U.S., Canada & Puerto Rico
• High-sensitivity GPS receiver for improved performance and reception
• Trip computer records mileage, max speed, total time and more
• Travel kit includes features such as picture viewer, world clock, currency & measurement converters and calculator
• SD memory card expansion slot
• Includes Garmin Lock™ anti-theft feature
• Configurable vehicle icons
• Offers a three-dimensional mapping perspective, or 2D overhead view
• Unit dimensions: 3.8W x 2.8H x 0.8D
• Weight: 5.2 ounces
• Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery: up to 5 hours depending on usage
• Includes sturdy suction cup mount that allows for easy adjustment and quick release
• Simplified PC connectivity, similar to a digital camera, using USB mass storage with access to either the SD card slot or to the units internal memory directly from your PC desktop.
• With the POI loader program, users can set up proximity alerts for school zones, safety cameras, create custom POIs and more.