Mio DigiWalker C520 Review

The Mio DigiWalker C520 GPS Navigator is an aesthetically pleasing, sleek device that aims to outperform all others with its numerous personalized features and accurate routing directions. Coupled with video, photo, audio, and Bluetooth functions and German engineered precision, the Mio C520 has plenty to offer for both the serious and the casual traveler who need navigation assistance with a whole lot more.

Mio C520
Mio DigiWalker C520 GPS Navigator

Product Overview

The very first thing one notices about the Mio C520 is the anti-glare LCD touchscreen with a screen resolution of 480 x 272 pixels that offers a rather realistic view in either two or three dimensions along with the stylish appearance of the device itself that complements any type of vehicle.

One of the few cons noted about the Mio DigiWalker C520 is that those who are new to the world of global positioning systems may have to deal with a small learning curve when it comes to mastering the more advanced features the unit has to offer, although the basics are rather self explanatory. The pros of this particular GPS, on the other hand, far outweigh the cons and include a wide array of attractive features including a QWERTY keyboard touchscreen display, automatic night mode, and a split screen display to keep information neat and organized and readily viewable at a glance, among many others.

Included with the purchase of the Mio DigiWalker C520 portable navigator is a car windshield mount, device holder, the AC power adapter and DC in-vehicle adapter, SD memory card, USB cable, CD/DVD with MioMap™ software, installation guide and information booklet along with details about the unit's one year warranty information.

Multilingual users will appreciate the Mio C520's ability to display text in up to 15 different languages in addition to English, along with text to speech instructions also in the language of the user's choice.

Notable Benefits and Features

Backed up by 64 megabytes of on board SDRAM and a full gigabyte of built-in memory, not to mention the infinitesimal amount of memory able to be added via the SD/MMC card slot, the Mio C520 is powerful but also user friendly with extra large icons for easier viewing and an intuitive interface.

More than just a navigator, the Mio C520 also allows users to listen to their favorite digital music, even including a headphone jack, or view digital pictures and share them with others while traveling. The Mio C520 is completely loaded with millions of points of interest (POI) preprogrammed into the device, giving users the option to search through well organized categories of interest with everything from sightseeing to restaurants to travel to hotel accommodations.

Some of the notable benefits of the Mio DigiWalker is that users can coordinate it with their cell phones using Bluetooth technology and make and receive hands-free calls while concentrating on the road ahead. Need to know where all of the safety cameras or mobile traps are located along your destination? The Mio C520 will tell you likely locations and will also throw in free updates with purchase for an entire year via the company's website.

Take advantage of the Mio C520's other numerous and unique features including altitude display and map coordinate display, and watch as it automatically synchronizes itself with the satellite's signal giving you the most precise information available.

Technical Specifications

Antenna: Built-in
Battery: Internal, rechargeable lithium ion
Connectivity: USB
Dimensions: 4.9"(W) x 0.8" (D) x 3.2" (H), 6.7 ounces in weight
Display: Color LCD, 4.3 inch touchscreen
Expansion Slots: Yes, 1
Included Accessories: Car windshield mount, device holder, AC power adapter, DC in-vehicle adapter, SD memory card, USB cable, CD/DVD, installation guide, information booklet
Included Software: MioMap™, TeleAtlas™, Bluetooth enabled
Voice Capabilities: Yes, street name announcements and navigation instructions

Actual User Comments :

After doing tons of research to find a competent GPS system under $350, I narrowed down my choice to two models - the Magellan Maestro 3140 and the Mio Digiwalker C520. If ease of use is most important, I would say the Magellan Maestro 3140 would have been an excellent choice. But since I was not gadget shy, the Mio Digiwalker C520, with its widescreen form factor and advanced capabilities was the unit for me. The Mio C520 packs in US and Canadian maps with text-to-speech routing instructions, Bluetooth, an MP3 player, a video player, a picture viewer and a contact manager that synchronizes with MS Outlook. The installation is pretty painless. The suction cup holder, which is precision made in Germany, works very well and easily installs onto the windscreen of any car. - Nagappa, Houston, TX

I just bought this about 2 weeks ago and I am absolutely pleased by its split screen view and its almost instantaneous gps positional locater. In addition to being able to see where the car is heading, you can choose as an option to have the next 5 turns show up on the right side of the screen. This was the main reason I bought this delightful gps. I have been using gps for the past 2 years and I can say it has transformed my life. What I really really love about this gps is that it gets a gps signal almost instantly. Just turn it on and within seconds, the gps signal is located. I can just touch the satellite function, and see how many satellites are being used to get an idea how accurate the position is. - Lee Akiko, VA, USA

List Price : ~~$399.99~~

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