Will I like my 765T?

i love mine, it has never failed me yet, have taken it on 4000 miles so far with out a hitch!

I had the nuvi 360 which was regarded as one of the best units on the market for a long time, in fact ... still is.

I upgraded to the 765t and love it!

Some of the "slams" that you have been reading are simply user preference issues (which street displays on the top bar)... many times it's simple a matter of people being used to something and having it changed. I, personally, like the changes that were made.

You got to keep in mind as long as there are forums with people you will find that some are not happy,, that being said I think that some of the people think that the GPS is a spot on way to get around town, It is by far the opposite it is not perfect sometimes we all expect way to much out of the techno stuff to work perfict ,,I mean you pay only a couple of hundred dallors and expect NASA quality. I like the 7xx seires and it works well and I have had no major probs so you too will like your 765.

But if you do have a prob this is the place for answers.

I have not used a 7x0 series, so can't tell you anything about those. However I am very happy with my 765.

I have not had any trouble with the touchscreen. It picks up satellites very quickly. I like the ability to change info on the screen.

The only thing is the volume is kinda low with Bluetooth with my phone. It is adequate for nav, but kind of marginal with the built in speaker with my phone. I had a 755 before I got the 765 and the volume seemed louder as far as the nav anyway.

All in all, you should be pleased with the 765.

Hi, I too bought the 765T for the bargain (hopefully) $349, from Amazon.com (Cartoys), Unfortunately, I had to return mine, too, but I am anxious to receive my new one. My only complaint was that it was not, evidently, compatible with any of my 4 Verizon phones (mostly LG's). I didn't feel the bluetooth from the unit or the fm transmitter, was as strong as my 680 and I didn't think the screen was nearly as bright as my 680. I had a perfect 680 but bought the 765 for the Lane Assistance. I'm hoping that I had a lemon and the next one is better. I like hearing all of the good stories about their 765's, it gives me encouragement. For me, the bluetooth and phone pairing is essential, also the fm transmitter. I prefer the sound, music, phone calls, etc over the transmitter, it has a much richer, base quality with my car stereo. That said, If I have to go buy a new $500 phone to be able to pair it..I'll return it and stay with my 680, which has been a perfect unit for me and never an issue or problem.

I have both a 750 & 765 and remember when to 7x0 series cameout many of the same complaints were made by early adopters about interface changes and the inevitable software bugs after a few updates (with exception of 4.0) they became the best things since sliced bread. Look for improvements in performance and functionality to come along after a few updates

I, too, had bought the 765T for $349.00 from Amazon on Thanksgiving. I had also been reading all kinds of reviews of the unit on different forums, many from 760 owners, etc. complaining about some of the features of the unit and I was kind of worried about what I was going to get. However I am really happy with the 765T and am glad I purchased it.

I have not experienced any of the issues people complain about; I did upgraded the firmware to the latest v2.50 which seemed to address some of the earlier problems, especially Bluetooth issues.

The screen is very bright and clear, the speaker sound is more then loud enough and clear, the touchscreen is sensitive and exact, the Bluetooth paired right away with both our old Sanyo Katana phones and works great, showing our phone books and contact names. The people I call have no complaints hearing me and they come in clear too.

Also the navigation is really very good; much better than the TomToms I have used in the past which gave me on all kinds of crazy directions. Like it was stated in the above reviews; no GPS unit is perfect and you can't expect the unit to always give you directions to match your knowledge of local roads, preferences etc. It also seems to give you better navigation routs if you un-check all the options in the navigation preferences (u-turns, traffic, toll roads, etc.).

I really like the Lane Assist feature and the Junction View frequently comes up on the Chicagoland toll roads, expressways, etc. I have yet to see any 3-D buildings on the display, but don't really care about those as I don't keep my eyes on the unit that much while driving. The traffic feature works well and has told me several times exactly where traffic ahead slows down and clears up which really surprised me as I wasn't expecting much from this feature.

I have also installed several POIs from this excellent site and they work really well on the 765T. I can't say enough great things about the POI Factory, and have told all my GPS owning friends about it.

I could go on and about the various other features of the 765T but most been covered in other reviews.

In summary, I am really happy with the 765T and hope that you will be happy with yours as well.

I got the 765t for Christmas and had some problems right out of the box. The fm traffic rx (GTM20) didn't work. Wouldn't even search for a signal. Did the firmware update via Webupdater and still nothing. Talked to Garmin tech support. They were very polite but unable to help. Took the traffic rx back to the place I bought the unit and they swapped it out for a new one. Will see if it works in a day or two.
The touch screen won't stay calibrated. I have to do some reading on this issue.
Other than those two things I love the 765t.

I am currently having trouble with my 765T rebooting itself from time to time. It did it 4 times on a 650 mile trip from Pittsburgh to South Carolina, and twice more on the way back.

Thanks to this site, I believe the answer to this is to upgrade from 2.30 to 2.50.

The touch screen seems fine to me.

I have only seen the Lane Assist screen pop up once so far around the metro Pittsburgh area, and was very surprised that I never saw it while traveling on I-79 and I-77.

But the addition of the direction arrow in the upper left corner of the screen, showing which way the next turn will be is very nice.

While being annoyed with this reboot issue, I am happy with the unit, and expect the firmware upgrade will solve my issue.

I still have not opened my 765T I received for Christmas. I am not sure what I am waiting for. I probably should open it so I can get the token return process started in order to exchange for a usable unit.

By all means open it, update it, and try it out. You will probably want to keep it.

I was under the impression that updating has led to more problems above and beyond earlier software versions. What is the current version?

I guess another reason for keeping it unopened is due to the fact that I would like to get a free map update (which normally enters early spring). Therefore, if I can delay the first satellite acquisition I can also delay the tolling of the 60-day nuMap guarantee 60-day period. The trade-off is: I don't get to use my new GPS!

I have not had any problem with the updates. It upgraded the Bluetooth functionality of my unit, not perfect, but much better than it was.

That's a good point about waiting for the new maps. But there's a good chance they won't come out until April or so. Also, I believe, but I'm not completely sure that the warranty starts on the date of order or the store receipt for your unit, so you may be giving up months of your warranty.

Also there has been indications that Garmin is going to start a lifetime map program soon.

I owned a 750 (gave it to mom) and bought a 760 because I didn't think the "lane assist" feature was worth the money. I paid $260 for my 760. While you got a great deal, I personally didn't feel the need to spend the extra $$$.

That having been said, gps users become very attached to their units. With the new features and units that come out each year one just needs to be certain the "upgrades" are worth the money for a new unit.

I can also add that I have a touch of envy, because while I did not want to spend the $$ doesn't mean I didn't want the unit!

Enjoy it and travel safely.

Your the only one that has to be happy, heck with the forums and what everyone else reports. Most people have no clue anyway or are jealous they don't have one.If your happy lets us know, if not sell it and get another, it's that simple.

If your worried about what others think, your a a little late on the draw partner, you should have done your studying before you bought it not after.

The 765T has been overall great for me. The one issue being the touch screen - every once in awhile what you touch is not what happens, as if you missed and hit another part of the screen. But after recalibrating very carefully, it has been very rare to happen now.

My wife & I exchanged 765t's for Christmas. We both love them, however, I'm waiting for a replacement for mine as I write this (should be here tomorrow). It's plagued with screen issues; random, sporadic touch one place, registers somewhere else.

This is my first GPS unit & after only a few weeks of use, I don't know how I managed without one. I really like the 765t even though I've yet to see my first 3d building or lane assist.

I initially had bluetooth issues connecting to my first gen iPhone, but after installing the updates it works acceptably. I have a manual transmission so I don't call many people while driving but this unit allows me to answer calls I receive easily without endangering myself or others. The connection quality is inconsistent, sometimes it breaks up a bit but I haven't gotten any real complaints & using this system sure beats driving around wearing my earpiece.

I was a little disappointed with Garmin's support. I called them Monday after a few screen calibrations didn't improve its problems. The gentleman I spoke with was friendly, walked me through the standard hard reset then said that the unit should be replaced & told me to exchange it through Amazon. I asked if I could exchange it directly through Garmin as I was afraid that maybe Amazon got a bad lot of screens & that I might be exchanging mine for another with the same issues but he said that I shouldn't have a problem & to go through Amazon. I'll let you know if the new one is any better.

I'm not sure if my wife's has had any of the same issues as she doesn't use hers as much, & isn't as particular.

I had the opposite experience with Garmin support with my 265WT. After a few recalibrations did not do the trick, a kind lady set up an RMA with me--painless. I guess it is the luck of the draw. You could try calling back until you get someone at Garmin that will exchange your unit for you.

I thought of that too but ended up going through the proper channels, calling Amazon. They were easy to work with & I got my new unit last Thursday. I haven't tried it yet -a little afraid it'll have the same problems (stupid -huh?) but mostly because I've been busy with other things. I've got 30 days to send back the original unit so I've just been using it for now. I hope to try out the new one tonight or tomorrow. If that one has the same issues as the first, I'll go through Garmin & plead with them until they agree to exchange it.

I'll post back after I try the new one.

By the way, how's your exchanged unit? Is it better than the first?

Once I received the new 265WT from Garmin I returned it to Amazon to exchange it for a Nuvi 765T (sold by Amazon, fulfilled by Abt.com). Yes, that is an extra step of returns--I don't believe in doing anything the simple way. I ended up only having to pay $49.00 more to go from a 265WT to a 765T.

Ironically, my 765T not only had touch screen issues, but my GTM traffic receiver/car charger blew 3 fuses in 18 hours in a car that I have used my 250W in for a year without problem. So, I called Garmin, received an RMA and sent it back today. Hopefully, the new 765T will have a working traffic receiver and touch screen.

Have you received your new 765T yet? Is it better?

The second traffic rx didn't work either. Garmin tech said it must be the unit itself so I took it back to the store and they swapped it out with a whole new unit. The traffic rx worked great in Nashville but I drove all way through Atlanta and never got a signal. The screen won't stay calibrated on this one either.

I just sent back my second 765T because they both kept turning off and I had to reset it to make to turn back on. Also, on both of them, when switching back from the FM transmittler to the internal audio, I occasionally lost my audio, completely, until I rebooted the unit, ,then it came back. All this, After I updated the latest software. In both cases, I only had them two weeks. I know other people have had good success but I am beginning to think it was a bad mistake, upgrading from the 680. I have lost my confidence in the 765T. If, after my third one, which I am expecting from Garmin within the week, I have the same issues, I am calling it a failed unit and moving to TomTom or Navigon 8100. Lately, Garmin, I am sorry to say, has been putting out some pretty poor products.

Sorry to hear a bunch of you are having trouble with the units. I hope Garmin gets these issues resolved.

All I can say is I have not had any problem with my unit or the power adapters on both the 755T and the 765T I traded it in for.

I am having some Bluetooth issues, but I believe it is probably the phone and not the unit itself.

For those with problems, have you updated to v.3.0 using your WebUpdater? It might fix your problems -- especially if you missed the v.2.5 update, which has been superseded.

Gary Hayman
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I did update to 3.0 last night and now have the ecoRoute features.

As for fixing the 765T woes, I haven't seen anywhere in the update text, that it specifically fixes the problem with the 765T rebooting itself...but maybe it wouldn't state it that way...maybe it is one of the other statements, but too technical for me to make the connection?

As promised, I'm back to update as to the state of my replacement 765t. In short, MUCH better. I loaded in all of my stuff from my original unit; custom splash screen, additional vehicle icons, & then I entered in a bunch of favorites & had no screen malfunctions. Then, I plugged it in, ran WebUpdater to version 2.5 & have since had a few incorrect activations (pressed one place on the screen, triggered somewhere else) but nothing like before. This is livable.

When I scanned this node to add my update this morning I read Gary's post about the 3.0 update & just finished installing it (thanks Gary). I ran through a few lists & got one bad input so the problem hasn't been eliminated. Strangely, it seems that the 2.50 update caused my problems, hopefully, they'll get them ironed out in future updates.

Anyhow, thrilled with the unit as a whole. As I mentioned in an earlier post, I also bought one for my wife & hers has had no issues at all.

I found if you press the screen a little firmer rather than a lite touch it does not error. When I first used my 765T I was getting stray wrong inputs. After I started pressing a little more firmly the accuracy went up. Now If I could just do something about these bearpaws I have for hands.

Let us know how it works out. I am waiting for the price to drop on the 765t before I buy so I am interested in the experiences of current 765t users.

Hey Jeff, the first thing that I tried when I started getting the wrong inputs was pressing harder (just like when the batteries start to go dead on the tv remote) but I had the same trouble. I also tried calibrating the screen multiple times to no avail. I was getting erroneous activation (kinda sounds like a medical condition) about 70% of the time! The first one just had a bad screen. Even with the new one, I can occasionally get the error when scrolling through a list. Simply, pushing the same down or up arrow repeatedly without moving my finger between presses. As I mentioned above, although not completely resolved, it's much much better/livable with the new one. Translation: Dad's not swearing, under his breath, at his toy in the car so often!

This is a general issue that Garmin has no idea on the cause. I have had my 755T since Nov and it does this almost daily. The problem occurs when you have the unit mounted for extended hours; powered on or charge state.

At best, the problem goes away by you physically removing the unit from the mount and remount it; at worst, you have to do the 10-second power-on-to-the-left soft reset.