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I LOVE this Garmin. I waited to write this review, until I used it for several trips. I've previously owned a Garmin (long time ago), and more recently, a Magellan, that basically died on me. After doing a good deal of research and reading TONS of reviews on Amazon - I opted for this unit. Set-up is effortless. It loads quickly. Downloaded the necessary Garmin info to my computer, so updating it is a breeze. The visual is great. It gives clear, concise directions, with added info like, "Turn right at the Shell station on your right...". Input is VERY easy. I cannot recommend it enough. I purchased the Garmin Portable Friction mount as well - and that has proven to be a DREAM COME TRUE. There is NO slipping, and I don't have to be bothered with the suction cup window mounts, which always drive me crazy. I am thrilled with this purchase, and highly recommend it. One of the best purchases I've ever made, actually. EDIT: October 9, 2017. I am continuing to love this GPS unit -- this is still the best one I've ever used. As the attached photo shows (from a drive yesterday in an unfamiliar area of San Francisco), the top left of the screen will let you know how far you are from the next turn. So, for example, earlier in my drive, the voice prompt said, "In one and three quarter miles turn left on Vista ACC". At the point I took the attached photo, I was .06 miles from Vista. I could track how close I was getting, by just looking at the upper left corner of the screen. When I approached Vista it said, "Turn left at stop sign". It figures you already know you're at the correct street, because you can see it on the screen. I've been using this for multiple trips in many unfamiliar areas. It boots up quickly, and gathers satellite info quickly. It also alerts you to sudden changes in the speed limit, and if you are approaching a stop light with traffic cameras attached. I am a happy traveler. with this Garmin.