bdstutzman

6 hours ago, RX400h said:

Is there a reason why you don't want to use your phone? I have a Garmin unit that I've taken with me when we traveled using a rental car, long before our phones had reliable Navigation maps built-in but I will probably use my phone the next time I travel. However if you have a smallish phone I can understand why you'd prefer a Garmin or Tom Tom Nav unit which are typically $100 or less.

I generally use Google maps on my iphone.  However if you do driving in areas without cell tower service, you don't have a map.  That's why I was thinking using the Garmin as I think it operates on satellite.

Just now, bdstutzman said:

I've never updated my RX350 2016 car's map and am going on a trip.  Lexus dealer in Tuscon wants $329 for a frozen in time update.   Highway robbery!!!! Wondering if it makes more sense to just buy a Garmin as it would constantly be updated.    Any suggestions on a Garmin model or is there someone cheaper to go for a software update?  

I've never updated my map and am going on a trip.  Lexus dealer in Tuscon wants $329 for a frozen in time update.   Highway robbery!!!! Wondering if it makes more sense to just buy a Garmin as it would constantly be updated.    Any suggestions on a Garmin model or is there someone cheaper to go for a software update?