TomTom 2008 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many new models of TomTom are there this spring?
A: At current count, TomTom has announced seven new models: four ONEs and three GOs.
Q: What are the new TomTom ONE models?
A: The TomTom ONE series represents full navigation function at a scant price. The ONE 130 is the budget model, with a 3.5" diagonal touch-screen, pre-loaded maps of the United States and Canada, and basic voice instructions. Upgrade to the ONE 130-S for text-to-speech voice instructions as well. The ONE XL 330 and XL 330-S are similar to the 130 series, but have wide 4.3" diagonal screens.
Q: What does the "S" stand for?
A: The "S" in models ONE 130-S and ONE XL 330-S stands for "speaks street names," or "text-to-speech." Whereas a model without text-to-speech will simply say "In 300 feet, turn right," a text-to-speech-enabled model will say "In 300 feet, turn right on Broadway." By announcing street names, there is less chance of confusion as to where to go, especially if there's a fork in the road or two turns next to each other.
Q: What about the new GO models? And where are the "T" models?
A: The new GO series consists of the GO 730, GO 930 and GO 930T. The GO 730 and GO 930 can receive traffic updates through a Bluetooth phone with internet service on the TomTom PLUS plan. Or, you can add an RDS-TMC FM traffic receiver as an accessory, which will cost more for the hardware up front but will be cheaper the long run, as TMC traffic service will cost you only about $5/month. The GO 930T already includes this traffic receiver, saving you even more money.
Q: What's the difference between the GO 730 and GO 930?
A: Both are top-of-the-line units that feature TomTom's latest software upgrades. The GO 930 has two advantages over the GO 730: built-in maps of Europe in addition to maps of the US & Canada, and Enhanced Positioning Technology that helps keep you positioned in tunnels or city valleys.
Q: So what do I get with a GO series model that I won't with a top-end ONE series model?
A: The GO 730/930 models feature voice address input (you can actually speak instruction to the GPS!), as well as Bluetooth for hands-free calling, an FM transmitter to speak through your car stereo, easy iPod connectivity, integrated traffic receiver, and new IQ Routes and Advanced Lane Guidance technologies, which provide smarter routes and a real-picture style display of difficult junctions. The ONE series provides basic navigation information without these enhancements.
