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Re: [OT] TomTom GO


  • Subject: Re: [OT] TomTom GO
  • From: "Patrick Lidstone" <patrick@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
  • Date: Fri, 17 Jun 2005 08:08:17 -0000

--- In ukha_d@xxxxxxx, "Malcolm Surgenor" <malcolm@s...>
wrote:
> from my research last night that seems to be a common problem
regardless of
> manufacturer.  It would appear they are reluctant to supply US
mapping s/w
> for European units and vice versa, citing licensing issues.  :-(
>
> GPS units seem to fetch reasonable money on eBay so I'll probably
just buy
> in the US and then sell on eBay after...
>

I am 99% certain the a US TomTom is compatible with European maps etc.
TomTom mains chargers do not currently ship with the European model -
they expect the unit to be charged from the lighter socket - but in
any case, they are dual voltage anyway (with a motorola style snap in
adapter for different plug types). Fully charged, TT will run for 5+
hours.

Patrick





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