Mio C230
By Megan8607 on
I used to have the Mio 310.That unit was stolen.I recently purchsed the C230, which is the upgraded version of the 310.This unit is grey instead of white (Doesn't stick out as much to thieves) but, the mounting bracket is exactly the same.The suction cup doesn't stay on, and its large and bulky.Since my other one was stolen along with the bracket, I do not mount mine, but just keep it with me at all times.The battery life is not quite as good as the 310 was.I have maybe an hour of battery life off of a full charge.The unit is VERY easy to use.So easy, I got one for my mom!The volume can go VERY VERY loud.The maps are somewhat up to date, but, you can always add in your own points of interest.The menus are easy to follow, and the full color display changes from bright during the day to dim at night.You can change the color schemes, the voices, the language, even what vehicle youre using (taxi, van, train, pedestrian etc. etc. etc.)The search function is wonderful, as the points of interest is does have are complete with phone numbers.The MP3 player is a function I do not use, but could be convenient.
So this unit only works for one hour? Wow...what if you drive several hours? Do you have to turn it on and off then? I don't have one of these but I'm interested in getting one. This one doesn't sound all that great because of the battery life. Is it possible to charge it while you drive?
Interesting sounding system. Not sure it would work for me, if I drive from NY to Fl, and it only lasts an hour... Hmm, I will look into ti though, if its easy to use!
I wonder, does this unit have a power cord available, the short battery life is a turn off but everything sounds good to me. :D
one hour of battery life off a full charge for a gps. that sounds terrible. i would never buy this.