Although the Garmin Nüvi 255 Personal Navigation System doesn't have the very latest high-tech features (like built-in traffic alerts), owners report that it navigates expertly, with a extensive points of interest (POIs) database featuring hotels, restaurants, gas stations, ATMs and more. Like the rest of Garmin's Nüvi 2×5-series, the Nüvi 255 sports a sleek, thin profile and fits nicely in your pocket or purse.

It even announces the name of exits and streets, so you never have to take your eyes off driving. Simply touch the interactive screen to enter a destination, and Nüvi takes you there with turn-by-turn voice directions, 2-D or 3-D maps and smooth map redraw rates as you navigate.

Are red light cameras popping up in your neighborhood? The Garmin Nüvi 255 Personal Navigation System accepts custom Points of Interest like safety cameras and school zones, and warns you of upcoming POIs.

Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery makes it convenient for navigation by car or foot. A "Where am I" feature tells you the closest intersection, gas station or hospital. Simply tap the screen to get your exact latitude and longitude coordinates, the nearest address and intersection, and the closest hospitals, police stations and fuel stations.

• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery
• microSD™ card (not included)
• Accepts custom (POI), such as school zones and safety cameras and lets you set proximity alerts
• Voice navigation (\\\"Turn left in 200 ft.\\\")
• 3.5\\\" color touch screen display

Navigation is just the beginning. The Nüvi 255 includes many useful features including a JPEG picture viewer, world travel clock with time zones, money converter, measurement converter, calculator and more. With photo navigation, you can download Google™ Panoramio™ pictures via the Garmin Connect™ Photos website and navigate to them. The 255 is compatible with optional enhanced MSN® Direct content (subscription and receiver required) and the free Garmin Garage where you can download animated vehicles that show your location on the map. It also comes with Garmin Lock™, an anti-theft feature. Expand your travel experience with optional plug-in microSD cards such as Garmin Travel Guides for detailed data on attractions.

So if you are looking for the perfect gift for a loved one this holiday season, without breaking the bank, it's hard to beat the Garmin Nüvi 255.

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