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New 3597 in new Prius

I got a new Prius two weeks ago tomorrow and this week got a new 3597 for it. The Toyota gps isn't "all that". I had a 3790 prior to that. The 3597 has a sharper looking screen it seems like. I'm still getting used to it but I like it so far. I love the car. Getting over 50mpg almost everywhere I go is pretty cool.

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2015 Prius Three, Garmin nuvi 3597LMTHD

Contributors Of The Week 2015-09-07

This week we're recognizing a member of 7+ years who brings a great deal of expertise and talent to our community, especially with Apple products like Mac and iPhone.

Chit Chat Thread For The Week Of September 14, 2015

This is the place to talk about things that are not GPS related.

This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.

Jonathan (filling in for Angela this morning)

Walmart, Sam's Club etc

I accidentally deleted the column that contained (NOP). If someone has a recent gpx/csv file with that data in it would you please orward it to me.

Thank-you

Don

9-11-01

Never Forget and God Bless all the Families who lost loved ones.

Contributors Of The Week 2015-08-31

This week we’re recognizing, Jgermann!

A regular fixture in our community, this week he updated his FAQ,

INDEX To FAQs And Other Pages

as well as his Reference page,

A Glossary of Terms and Links

Chit Chat Thread For The Week Of September 07, 2015

Happy Labor Day!

This is the place to talk about things that are not GPS related.

This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.

~Angela

Is your hippocampus bigger than mine?

Here's an interesting article:

Is GPS ruining our ability to navigate for ourselves?

http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/is-gps-ruining-our-...

I'm not sure about how much I agree with; e.g., have the GPS plan a route, study it at home, then drive to the destination without the GPS's help confused

Factory Joke Thread – September 2015

This is the official POI Factory Joke thread.

It will be closed on the last day of the month and a new one will be opened.

Please read the forum rules before posting.

"POI Factory is not a forum for politically charged debate.
Let's avoid topics that already have a long list of Democrat or Republican talking points or that name specific politicians."

~Angela

Keeping The Windmill Alive - Your Last Trip? – September 2015

In danger of losing your windmill?

Maybe you can share the last place your GPS took you and if you encountered any problems, or if you used it to seek out special places to go (like Thai Food, ice cream shoppes, etc.).

Anything to keep your windmill alive.

This thread will be closed on the last day of the month and a new one will be opened.

~Angela

Contributors Of The Week 2015-08-24

This week we’re recognizing a whole herd!

charlesd45, jgermann, alandb, t923347, thurst461, canuk, Melaqueman all contributed in two separate threads to helping fellow members, cruisefor2 and WoodGarmin with their Garmin related issues.

Large 2016.1 JCV File For 1490LMT

Chit Chat Thread For The Week Of August 31, 2015

This is the place to talk about things that are not GPS related.

This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.

~Angela

U.S. National Grid Emergency Location Markers (ELMs)

I took one of my horses for a ride last night in the county park equestrian trails and I noticed new Emergency Location Markers. I have no experience with the United States National Grid format. I am sort of curious why they went with that format rather than another. I am sure I will find the answer when I have more time to review the websites on this topic.

Understanding EZ Pass & HOT lanes

Ontario is looking into setting up HOT Lanes. I've never used these in the US and don't know how the system works.

How do they determine you're in the lane and then bill you?

If it's a transponder, does one transponder work in all states?

If EZ Pass is used, does one EZ Pass work in all states?

Is EZ Pass proprietary to one company?

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DriveSmart 65, NUVI2555LMT, (NUVI350 is Now Retired)

Contributors Of The Week 2015-08-17

This week we are recognizing, bobkz!

Bobkz has been a member of POI Factory for nearly eight and a half years!

He participates in forums, has created icons and sound files and he’s the maintainer of Offbeat Tourist Attractions - US File which he recently updated adding 93 locations.

Chit Chat Thread For The Week Of August 24, 2015

This is the place to talk about things that are not GPS related.

This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.

~Angela

Contributors Of The Week 2015-08-10

This week we are recognizing newcomer, Mlandon!

Mlandon posted a question a few weeks ago in our Garmin talk forum.

As per the custom of our helpful community, members shared their thoughts or experiences and offered suggestions.

Mlandon continued to follow the thread and responded to additional questions.

Before he had a solid solution he thanked everyone for their help.

Chit Chat Thread For The Week Of August 17, 2015

This is the place to talk about things that are not GPS related.

This thread will be closed on Monday and a new one will be opened.

~Angela

When creating a website

If you have ever tried to create a website then you know with desktops, tablets and phones and the different OS's out there it can drive you nuts. Here is a site that will help you at least see what each device is displaying.

http://snippets.hubspot.com/hubspot-device-lab

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Using Android Based GPS.The above post and my sig reflects my own opinions, expressed for the purpose of informing or inspiring, not commanding. Naturally, you are free to reject or embrace whatever you read.