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Magellan RoadMate 1200
by Bonnie Cha
Review Verdict:
Despite ease of use and an affordable price tag, the entry-level Magellan RoadMate 1200 portable navigation system suffers from various performance issues.
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QuickTake:
Pros: The Magellan RoadMate 1200 offers a simple design and basic navigation features at an affordable price.
Cons: The RoadMate 1200 doesn't have text-to-speech functionality, and the system is sluggish with route calculations and recalculations. There are no pedestrian and bicycle routing modes.
At first glance, the Magellan RoadMate 1200 looks to be a good entry-level in-car GPS. It has a compact, no-fuss design that's perfect for first-time buyers, and you get the most essential navigation features for an affordable $199.99. Sounds good, right?...