Garmin Nüvi 1490T Pro, TMC, Bluetooth, European maps

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Test reportsVery good based on 11 tests
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Product details

Excellent navigation device with a huge 5-inch display. Garmin's concept was designed with the needs of professional users in mind. It combines essential features that help you meet your appointments safely and on time. TMC traffic receiver and Bluetooth capability to pair with your Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone.

Detailed maps of 41 European countries are pre-installed. The device has a flat, extremely compact design with an integrated antenna. It includes hundreds of thousands of points of interest (POIs) and features automatic day/night switching, lane assistant, and the latest maps with a free update available up to 60 days after purchase, along with nüMaps lifelong maps.

It offers automatic routing options (fastest, shortest, or most environmentally friendly) for car, bicycle, or pedestrian use. You can search for POIs, such as petrol stations, along your calculated route. The device also includes GarminLock anti-theft protection and PhotoNavigation.

Key specifications

Additional functions
Bluetooth
Item number
224628

General information

Manufacturer
Garmin
Category
GPS navigation
Manufacturer no.
PN1490T
Release date
13.7.2009

GPS navigation system properties

Additional functions
Bluetooth

Voluntary climate contribution

CO₂-Emission
Climate contribution

Product dimensions

Height
86 mm
Width
137 mm

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Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «GPS navigation» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Garmin
    2,1 %
  • 2.TomTom
    2,5 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.TomTom
    2 days
  • 2.Garmin
    4 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «GPS navigation» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 1.Garmin
    2,2 %
  • 2.TomTom
    2,4 %
Source: Galaxus

Overall ratingVery good88/100
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Rank 1 out of 6Computer BildReleaseDecember 2010
  • Positiveguter Bildschirm
  • Positivegute Ansagen
  • Positivezeitsparende Routen
  • Positiveschnelle Routenberechnung
  • NegativeSonderziele wenig aktuell

…Dem Nüvi ging ohne Ladekabel schon nach zweieinhalb Stunden die Akku-Puste aus.

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ChipSingle testReleaseJuly 2010

Im Großstadtverkehr behalten Sie mit dem großen Display des Garmin den Überblick. Zu Fuß punktet es mit Navigation auch per Bus & Bahn.

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Rank 4 out of 6Chip Test & KaufReleaseJanuary 2010
  • Positiveriesige Anzeige
  • Positivelebenslange Karten-Updates gegen Aufpreis
  • NegativePOI-Verwaltung im Navi sehr umständlich

Das Garmin glänzt mit lebenslangen Karten-Updates und einer optionalen Fußgängernavigation.

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Rank 7 out of 16Stiftung WarentestReleaseJanuary 2010

"Guter" Akku. 5-Zoll-Display. Schwerste Navi im Test. Das Gerät braucht lange beim Start und bei der Standortbestimmung, daher nur "befriedigende" Navigation. TMCpro

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ADAC motorweltSingle testReleaseDecember 2009
  • Positivevibrationsfreie Halterun
  • PositiveTMCpro integriert
  • Positiveeinfache Bedienung
  • PositiveEco-Navigation
  • PositiveBluetooth-Freisprecheinrichtung, liest auch SMS vor
  • Positivegroßes, schlankes Gerät
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    PC Pr@xisSingle testReleaseDecember 2009

    Einfache Bedienung, gute Navigationsleistung, aber nur wenige Zusatzfunktionen.