Garmin talk

I am not a Mac user but ran across this in another forum and don't know if it has been mentioned here.

Changes made from version 2.3.0 to 2.4.1:
Updated app to 64-bit.
Fixed issue with detecting Garmin-mode USB devices.
Dropped support for Mac OS 10.7, 10.8 and 10.9.

System Requirements:
Intel based Mac running OS 10.10 or higher.
Older OS users should use POI Loader 2.1.0

Found a working Nuvi 255W at a thrift store recently. From examination of GarminDevice.xml it is running SoftwareVersion 500 (the PartNumber is 006-B0827-00, interestingly this is the same as my 265W). I want to try updating it to version 780 but need a copy of version 500 in case I have to put it back for any reason.

I am due to visit both Florida and Tennessee in the next three months. I am in the UK and have a Drivesmart 65 with Alexa. I bought a City Navigator Lower 49 States map from Garmin and have put POI's on it from here. If I buy the speed camera POI's from here as well, will they work on my 65 in the US? I have used the map in the States before and it gives you the basics i.e. no traffic.

I did the latest map update two nights ago...firmware, etc updated first...now my gtm60 will not receive traffic...it powers the device fine but I am getting the need proper traffic receiver message...the cable is not pinched or cut...there is, however, slight wiggle in the connector into the magnetic mount for the 3597. I had no problems before the latest updates.

I am using POI Loader with sox.exe (in the same folder) to load POIs to my Drive 52 TM and in 'manual' for each file the POI Loader Application pops up with a screen that states "Do you want allow this app to make changes to your device" ;
I have been clicking on NO..
I know this screen only appears when installing / updating a program.

I've inherited a DriveSmart 51 that won't turn on. I've charged it for 48 hours, it doesn't look abused, and I haven't attempted to open it up yet.

Has anyone experienced this problem before and have a solution? Thanks.

I lost the ability to show Custom POI files on my Garmin Drive Assist LMT-S after the last update. I am currently using Version 6.20 on the Garmin. I called support and they advised me the engineers had disable that feature in the last update. Is anyone else aware of this or any workarounds?

Hi, I have a NUVI 68. Historically, when I loaded custom POIs from the POI factory, they would list in alphbetical order. All of the sudden, I can't get them to do this. I've tried everything I can think of but they stil list on the Garmin when I select "Custom POI" in not perticular order. I just did the latest update and still no order. Thanks Terry

Garmin Express 6.18.0.0 is available to download.

Just acquired a new Garmin (Drivesmart 55) and decided to install a group of POIs that I had acquired for my old Garmin. It took a couple minutes to remember the process, but it all went well. My question concerns the screen that requires some check boxes to be selected.
What is the result if I choose: Ignore this file?

Garmin is celebrating its 30th birthday with a special sale event! For 30 hours only, you get at least 30% off select products. The sale ends tomorrow, so don’t be late to the party!

I just got an extra 16 gigs on my C Drive. Garmin needs 10 Gigs to install maps. Change the size of the Drive C Paging File. Follow the instructions here:
https://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/6-ways-to-free-di...
Do not delete the Page File, but shrink it instead.

Couple of days ago I finally got around to doing the map update to my Garmin. Ever since, I keep getting this popup on my screen for Watch for children. I always drive through a school zone when leaving mu house. I have always gotten the normal school zone yellow banner on the top of the screen and the dingle. But now I get this watch for children box and it does not go away or clear.

For those in hurricane areas (east coast), don’t forget that you can track a hurricane with the NHC track info by putting the GPS in “Off Road Mode” and creating a route.” I have tracked the last two hurricanes and the current threat with my DriveSmart 51, but most any Garmin can do the job.

New EU map update just released

I have a Garmin RV770 and generally like it. A feature is various notifications that show up, such as school zones, speed limit changes, curved road ahead. I find aspects of this feature very annoying and a safety hazard, and wondered if anyone else feels the same.

Many (all?) Drivexxxx models have a new software update available dated August 29 or 30, 2019. For the DriveLuxe 51, the change log includes:

Change History

-Fixed an issue that caused the device to shut down with certain third-party maps.

Used my RV760LMT about 2 weeks ago with no problem. Took it out and brought it inside, like usual. Last week downloaded tracks with no problem.

Today I tried to turn it on. I get the GARMIN splash screen, the copyright screen and Loading Maps. It then shuts off. Does this by itself just pushing power button, also does it plugged in computer or docked and in vehicle.

When I first purchased my DriveSmart 50 LMT, I was seeing Birds eye junction view at several junctions/overpasses around the Ottawa (CA) area, then stopped seeing them for a few months. I noticed this past week, I've started seeing them again.

Comments?

Can you use the Garmin Drivesmart 50 LMT without the SmartLink app? Does the Garmin Drivesmart 50 LMT have the ability to receive the older FM info for traffic without being connected to SmartLink on a smartphone?