TomTom ONE XL review

The TomTom ONE XL updates the popular TomTom ONE, adding a wider 4.3" touch-screen. This GPS receiver comes with pre-loaded maps of the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico and is ready for real-time traffic services via a subscription to TomTom Traffic or the purchase of an RDS-TMC traffic receiver.

The TomTom ONE XL-S adds text-to-speech, so you'll get "turn left on Oak Street in 500 feet" rather than just "turn left in 500 feet." For more information on the differences between various TomTom GPS receivers, check out our TomTom GPS comparison chart.

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Here's a snippet from Amazon's TomTom ONE XL review:

"...it's not just the broad geographical coverage that makes the TomTom ONE XL special. The user-friendly design also puts it a step above other navigation systems. The crystal-clear multicolor display makes for exceptionally easy viewing of maps, routes, driving directions, and other traveling information, such as mileage and distance. Measuring 4.3 inches, the TFT display offers an expanded widescreen view of brilliant two- and three-dimensional graphics. The device also features 32 MB RAM and 266 MHz CPU, making it responsive and zippy."

More TomTom ONE XL reviews

• GPSMagazine, in their TomTom ONE XL review concludes "New wide screen. Same old problems."
• GPS Lodge has posted a full TomTom ONE XL review.
• Numerous consumer-authored TomTom ONE XL reviews have been posted at Amazon.
• PC Magazine gives 3-1/2 out of 5 stars in their TomTom ONE XL review.
• YourNAV has posted a TomTom ONE XL review, giving it a thumbs up.
• Pocket GPS World has posted a TomTom ONE XL review.
• Good Gear Guide gives a 4.5 out of 5 star rating in their TomTom ONE XL review.
• Pocket Lint reviews the TomTom ONE XL, giving it an 8 out of 10 rating.
• Quite a few consumer reviews of the TomTom ONE XL have been posted at CNet where the editors gave a 6.7 (out of 10) rating in their TomTom ONE XL review.
• SiliconRepublic also reviews the TomTom ONE XL.
• ComputerActive gives 4 out of 5 stars in their TomTom ONE XL review.
• Trusted Reviews has covered the TomTom ONE XL Europe, giving it an 8 out of 10 rating.
• BrothersOnTech has posted a series of video reviews of the TomTom ONE XL.
• DevHardware has posted a positive TomTom ONE XL review.
• Where's Phil reviews the TomTom ONE XL.
• Laptop Logic gives a 3 out of 5 star rating in their TomTom ONE XL review.
• GeekZone has also posted a review of the TomTom ONE XL.
• Gadget Guy gives an Australian perspective on the TomTom ONE XL.
• Tech Talk has posted their own TomTom ONE XL review.
• Yet another Aussie review of the TomTom ONE XL.
• A TomTom ONE XL review from a Brazilian living in Atlanta.
• A user review of the TomTom ONE XL.

I'll be posting more hands on GPS reviews as they appear, but in the meantime, here are some other...

TomTom ONE XL resources

• The TomTom ONE owners manual, in the language of your choice!
• There is a great TomTom message forum at yourNAV.
• GpsPasSion also has a TomTom message forum.
• And there is another message board at TomTomForums.com.
• Here's another handy TomTom GPS comparison chart.
• Use the TomTom product advisor to help determine which unit works best for you.
• Here's a TomTom ONE XL video review from YouTube:

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From the official TomTom ONE XL web page:

EASY TO USE:

• Plug & Go: Works straight out of the box.
• Large 4.3" touchscreen: provides greatly expanded view of your surrounding area.
• Easy-to-use navigation: with user-friendly menu and TomTom's award winning software.
• Portable, light and easy to handle.

GREAT NAVIGATION:

• Find your location faster than ever before with TomTom's free QuickGPSfix software.
• Fast route calculation and re-routing around roadblocks and traffic.
• Large choice of routes: including fastest, shortest, non-toll roads, highways and more.
• Ready for real-time traffic services: click here for traffic subscription.

CLEAR INSTRUCTIONS:

• Crystal clear 3D or 2D graphics for perfect viewing day and night.
• Clear spoken instructions in your own language (36 languages to choose from and 55 different voices available).

SERVICES & SMART EXTRAS:

• Ready for TomTom PLUS services: real time information on traffic congestions, weather conditions and extra downloads such as detailed city maps, scenic routes, adittional voices, points of interest and much more.
  (Subscription and mobile phone with Bluetooth™ and GPRS needed)
• TomTom HOME: Exclusive easy access to celebrity voices, map and software upgrades, more points of interest, QuickGPSfix, and more.
• Millions of points of interest pre-installed: including hotels, restaurants, gas stations, golf courses and many more!

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Comments

[BDman]

This looks like a really cool device - I've been using a TomTom ONE for a while now (also very good) and I can't wait to take a look at the XL when they start showing up in the stores - the widescreen looks awesome.