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The POI database is very extensive and
updated regularly."
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Maps of Europe and the Pacific rim are available
for users in those areas with the appropriate respective maps bundled."
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With a convergence device like the iQue 3600 eliminating pockets full of gadgets makes sense"
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one small device that serves as my PDA, cellular phone, and GPS"
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PCMAG
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Integration with the Palm address book is helpful: Tapping the "Route to" button automatically generates a route to any address on your contact list"
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Palm OS 5 operating system is easy to use"
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the built-in GPS software is excellent and seems well supported and maintained on the Garmin web site"
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comfortable to hold and easily fits in a jacket pocket"
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Many ways to customize the operation to fit your preferences."
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View your maximum speed"
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first handheld to use the new virtual graffiti system direct from PalmSource as part of Graffiti 2"
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antenna can be positioned at any angle"
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slightly larger for a tablet-style handheld"
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responsive and games play smoothly."
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The iQue 3600 is also compatible with Garmin's extensive line of additional MapSource products"
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iQue 3600 features a unique, flip-up GPS antenna that locks in place at two different angles to optimize GPS signal reception and viewing, and it folds discreetly in the back of the unit"
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spacious 320x480-pixel transflective screen"
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large, high-res screen."
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Screen occasionally difficult to see in certain sunlight situations"
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Infosyncworld.com
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a 320x480 16-bit color display, complete with a virtual handwriting area"
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MobileTechReview
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The iQue M5 comes with a removable flip cover that's rigid
and protect the screen from scratches and minor bumps."
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Garmin's address book and memos do run full screen"
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maps
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CNet
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map detail was crisp and clear down to the smallest icons."
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extensive, detailed maps"
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minimalist software bundle (aside from the maps)."
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Maps-gps-info.com
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You can use the map to determine your current location, view your progress while moving, locate and navigate to nearby map items, follow a route line when navigating, and highlight and view information about locations on the map"
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MobileTechReview
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The POI database is very extensive and
updated regularly."
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Maps of Europe and the Pacific rim are available
for users in those areas with the appropriate respective maps bundled."
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intriguing convergent device"
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This ultimate PDA is equipped with a large, backlit color screen; a lithium-ion battery; automatic route generation; memory storage for up to 50 routes; and a trip computer mode with a resettable odometer, timers, and average and maximum speeds"
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it doesn't stand out from other similar systems to such a degree as to justify the premium that you pay in money and in lost features"
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Gpsreview.net
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With a convergence device like the iQue 3600 eliminating pockets full of gadgets makes sense"
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one small device that serves as my PDA, cellular phone, and GPS"
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comfortable to hold and easily fits in a jacket pocket"
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very small, and is covered by a removable rubber grommet"
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It is relatively small and lightweight for a device that is both a PDA and a GPS."
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Infosyncworld.com
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slightly larger for a tablet-style handheld"
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Palminfocenter.com
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iQue 3600 features a unique, flip-up GPS antenna that locks in place at two different angles to optimize GPS signal reception and viewing, and it folds discreetly in the back of the unit"
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performance
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Brighthand
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I felt the performance was more than adequate."
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the performance was more than adequate"
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MobileTechReview
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Gaming performance is very good"
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strong performance"
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The Garmin iQue 3600 has a 200 MHz ARM processor, which is quite powerful and competitive with other high end Palm OS PDAs."
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CNet
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Disappointing battery life"
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styling is fairly plain, but the device has an excellent range of hardware features and seems sturdy and well built"
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Infosyncworld.com
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The casing is an attractive grey plastic."
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reception
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CNet
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you can adjust the antenna to get the best reception"
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Devhardware.com
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The built in antenna performs beautifully"
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Maps-gps-info.com
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the Track Log feature is active, your path of movement is indicated by a dotted Track line."
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MobileTechReview
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great portability thanks to the folding design, and it gets decent signal strength"
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memory
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The iQue 3600's memory is 32MB (22MB free), so if you want a larger map area you will need to purchase an SD memory card."
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DigitalTrends
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Palm OS 5 operating system is easy to use"
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Brighthand
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It's easy to extract from the silo thanks to its protruding, ribbed thumb tab."
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Maps-gps-info.com
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Many ways to customize the operation to fit your preferences."
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Automotive windshield mount."
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View your maximum speed"
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Infosyncworld.com
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first handheld to use the new virtual graffiti system direct from PalmSource as part of Graffiti 2"
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antenna can be positioned at any angle"
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Palminfocenter.com
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The iQue 3600 is also compatible with Garmin's extensive line of additional MapSource products"
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the volume doesn't go high enough"
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Voice prompts were adequate"
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usability
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PCMAG
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Integration with the Palm address book is helpful: Tapping the "Route to" button automatically generates a route to any address on your contact list"
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Brighthand
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the built-in GPS software is excellent and seems well supported and maintained on the Garmin web site"
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It's got a sense of toughness about it, like you could haul the thing around and never have to worry about breaking it."
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Nothing too fancy, not even a full cradle to set the device into, just a basic clip-on design with a short flexible mount"
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controls
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MobileTechReview
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Controls are
responsive and games play smoothly."
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accuracy
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Maps-gps-info.com
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"
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Que technology enables you to see where you are, find a street address, know where the next turn is via visual and voice guidance, get back on track when you've strayed off course, and navigate efficiently to your desired destination."
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Infosyncworld.com
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Accuracy is very good, within 10 feet in our experience, or about one house-width."
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Palminfocenter.com
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"
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Que technology enables users to see where they are, find a street address or point of interest, know where the next turn is via visual and voice guidance, get back on track when they've strayed off course and navigate efficiently to their desired destination."
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Read Reviews
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1.
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Brighthand
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Brighthand
The Garmin iQue 3600 handheld is one of the most unique Palm Powered devices available, thanks to its built-in Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. And it has a few other surprises as well, including the ability to play MP3 files, so you can have your music on the go and never get lost at the s
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» Read Review
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2.
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PCMAG
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Garmin iQue 3600
Add-on GPS units were among the earliest and sexiest accessories for PDAs. A GPS could help you find out where you were and track your progress on trips, using the PDA's display and software downloaded from a host PC. But adding GPS capability typically requires a bulky add-on or a CompactFlash car
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» Read Review
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3.
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Palminfocenter.com
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Garmin Debuts iQue 3600 GPS Handheld
CES 2003: Garmin today unveiled its iQue 3600 personal digital assistant with built-in Global Positioning System (GPS) capabilities at the 2003 International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. The iQue 3600 is the first product to combine the Palm OS and GPS navigation functionality i
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» Read Review
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4.
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Maps-gps-info.com
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GPS Review -
The iQue 3600® is the first PDA to include integrated GPS technology. The integrated software not only allows you to look up appointments or contacts, but also locates and routes you to them with voice-guidance commands. The Que technology delivers location awareness, electronic mapping, automatic
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» Read Review
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5.
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DigitalTrends
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Garmin iQue 3600
Garmin offers a smart way to navigate your day! The iQue 3600 handheld PDA delivers the organizer functions you rely on every day and adds integrated GPS satellite navigation capabilities. With its calendar, contact list, to-do list, memo pad, and GPS functions, you can be reminded of an appointmen
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» Read Review
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6.
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MobileTechReview
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Garmin iQue 3600 Palm OS PDA with GPS
for the past few years. Now Garmin, a well known GPS manufacturer
has introduced the first PDA with an integrated GPS. The iQue 3600
slot and 32 megs of RAM. Not a bad PDA to say the least, and at
a similar high end PDA plus an accessory GPS. I
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» Read Review
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7.
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Gpsreview.net
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Garmin iQue 3600 Review
GPSdepot has a review of the Garmin iQue 3600 GPS. The iQue 3600 is a Palm (version 5) based PDA built by Garmin that supports all of the traditional PDA features mixed with a GPS. In a way this is much like my current setup which I will be writing about soon. I now have one small device that serve
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» Read Review
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8.
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Devhardware.com
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Garmin iQue 3600 Review
I was eager to try my new iQue out on the trip back from Alexandria to Durham, NC. Something I quickly noticed was the unit's lack of a pre-installed basemap, which contains all of the major highways. Normally, Garmin products have their basemap installed before using the GPS, making them perman
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» Read Review
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9.
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Brighthand
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Brighthand
The Garmin iQue 3600 handheld is one of the most unique Palm Powered devices available, thanks to its built-in Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. And it has a few other surprises as well, including the ability to play MP3 files, so you can have your music on the go and never get lost at the s
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» Read Review
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10.
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Brighthand
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Garmin iQue 3000 GPS PDA
Garmin's iQue 3000 is an attempt to entice users with the prospect of combining GPS-guided navigation and Palm OS organizer functions into a single device. We've examined it to see how well things turned out. Design & Construction The casing is a heavy-duty gray plastic that reminds me of the old
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» Read Review
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11.
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MobileTechReview
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Garmin iQue M5 Pocket PC with Integrated
GPS Review
that kept them both on-schedule and on track to their next appointments.
name here. The Mio has middling specs by Pocket PC standards and
an excellent GPS. Garmin then released their first Pocket PC with
price is $749, though it can be found f
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» Read Review
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12.
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CNet
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Garmin iQue 3600
Getting lost just got a lot harder. Garmin has started shipping its long-awaited iQue 3600, a Palm-based organizer with an integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) receiver. Load up your maps and connect to a few satellites--you are found. Though the device lacks some of the softwa
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» Read Review
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13.
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review.zdnet.com
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Garmin iQue 3200
Last year, the Garmin iQue 3600 blazed a new trail by combining a GPS receiver and a Palm PDA in one device. Now the company has released a scaled-back version with a lower price. The iQue 3200 has a smaller screen (3 inches diagonal and 320x320 pixels vs.3.8 inches diagonal and 320x480), and it l
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» Read Review
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PCAuthority
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Garmin iQue 3600
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Infosyncworld.com
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Review: Garmin iQue 3600
Garmin's long-awaited iQue 3600 is here, featuring a fourth type of radio for Palm OS handhelds; a Global Positioning System (GPS) radio. Even without that, it's a respectable device, but once we got over some interface hurdles the iQue made a solid showing.
The iQue 3600 is slightly larger for a t
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» Read Review
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16.
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PCMAG
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Garmin iQue 3600
Add-on GPS units were among the earliest and sexiest accessories for PDAs. A GPS could help you find out where you were and track your progress on trips, using the PDA's display and software downloaded from a host PC. But adding GPS capability typically requires a bulky add-on or a CompactFlash car
|
» Read Review
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17.
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PCAuthority
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Garmin iQue 3600
 http://www.gpsoz.com.au
Garmin is a brand that's been synonymous with GPS navigation since the days when only mariners were using it. So it's somewhat disappointing that the iQue 3600 doesn't compare well to the competition here.
It's the only Palm OS PDA
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» Read Review
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18.
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Gpsreview.net
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Garmin iQue 3600
Travis Butler of TidBITS has posted a review of the Garmin iQue 3600 GPS. The iQue 3600 is a Palm OS based GPS device. Being Palm based PDA it offers typical PDA functions such as syncing address books, calendars, and any other Palm based applications. The iQue 3600 also allows you to record voice
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» Read Review
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