So I just took a trip from NJ to Peabody mass and then Bentley college in Massachusetts and I have to say the navigation did an excellent job of routing me around traffic. I had someone following me and when I hit heavy traffic on 95 outside of Boston area about 15 miles from Peabody it had me exit and take some back roads. I arrived at my destination 45 minutes earlier then my buddy who decided to stay the original route.

I have to say route 15 in Connecticut is the most fun road I have ever driven, 73 miles of a roller coaster ride. I had a blast on that road.

the traffic isn't really good for los angeles area.  it doesnt take into consideration the different level of traffic and just assumes all traffic is just heavy.  so it keeps suggesting longer routes that probably won't save time.  plus the estimated time is VERY fickle.  for a 50min no traffic ride, itll change randomly anywhere with 2 hours to 1.5 hours to 1 hour during rush hour... so i just stick to waze...

Hi,

Can someone do a video of the sat nav in operation preferably in 2d to see what it looks like? I've tried youtube, not many out there.

Thanks

Koush

the traffic isn't really good for los angeles area.  it doesnt take into consideration the different level of traffic and just assumes all traffic is just heavy.  so it keeps suggesting longer routes that probably won't save time.  plus the estimated time is VERY fickle.  for a 50min no traffic ride, itll change randomly anywhere with 2 hours to 1.5 hours to 1 hour during rush hour... so i just stick to waze...

Yup, I have seen the same behavior in the Seattle/Portland areas as well. Any traffic at all and it tries to divert you around it as if the zombie apocalypse is happening. The time estimates are all pessimistic, as well.

It seems like the navigation in general is using a very "glass is half empty" sort of algorithm.

I just ordered an 8000Nex by agreeing to pay the difference on a warranty exchange for my APPRADIO3. Can't wait to get it, & post my impressions hopefully mid/late next week.