GPS: Global Positioning System
GPS units can give you precise turn-by-turn directions when you’re driving, keep you on track during a back-country trek and even help you locate fish when you’re out on your boat. This guide shows you what GPS is and where and how to buy a unit that fits your needs.
Expand All Guide SectionsWhat is GPS?
The acronym "GPS" stands for Global Positioning System. It's a constellation of 24 ... read more »
Buying GPS
If you drive, hunt, hike, fish or if have a propensity for getting lost, a GPS unit can be a great help. This section points you toward buyer’s guides and online stores for GPS products.
Dulcinea's Insight
- When shopping for a GPS receiver, you need to know what you want to use it for. GPS systems intended for driving are drastically different from those intended for hiking, boating and other activities.
Dulcinea's Picks
For buying guides …
CNET
offers a guide to buying in-car GPS systems, with information on what to look for when buying one, how to load maps into them and how to get directions.
Compass Monkey
reviews the important features that hikers and hunters should look for in a GPS receiver.
eBay
tells you what to look for when purchasing a fishfinder and gives you the three main reasons why a GPS is a “must have” fishing tool.
For online stores …
The GPS Store
is in its 11th year of selling GPS units and accessories. It features automotive, marine and handheld units from all of the major brands and ships internationally.
GPS-Planet
has a wide selection of GPS products that can be browsed by type of GPS, brand and price. It also hosts an easy-to-read chart comparing GPS units.
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