Garmin nuvi 200W/250W Navigators

Garmin introduced two new widescreen models in their nuvi series of GPS devices, the nuvi 200W and nuvi 250W.

The 200W is an entry-level model featuring maps of US (including Hawaii) and Puerty Rico, and will also be available in region-specific models for Europe/Australia/NZ/Mexico and Brazil. The 250W model also comes with Canada maps. There are over 6 million POIs available. Also provided maps can now be supplemented with info like school and speed-cam zones.

Both navigators feature 4.3" wide touchscreens with a resolution of 480x272 pixels, turn-by-turn voice directions, and Garmin Lock for better security.

The nuvi 200W costs $499.99 and the nuvi 250W is prised at $549.99

Garmin nuvi 200W/250W specs:

- Unit dimensions, WxHxD: 4.8"W x 2.9"H x .8"D (12.2 x 7.4 x 2.0 cm)
- Display size, WxH: 3.81"W x 2.25"H (9.7 x 5.7 cm); 4.3" diag (10.9 cm)
- Display resolution, WxH: 480 x 272 pixels
- Display type: WQVGA color TFT with white backlight
- Weight: 6.1 ounces (172.93 g)
- Battery: rechargeable lithium-ion
- Battery life: up to 5 hours
- Waterproof: no
- High-sensitivity receiver: yes
- RoHS version available: yes
- Basemap: yes
- Preloaded maps: yes
- Ability to add maps: yes
- Built-in memory: internal solid state
- Accepts data cards: SD card (not included)
- Waypoints: 500
- Routes: 0