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The nüvi 1300 device introduces pedestrian navigation capability enabled through optional CityXplorer™ maps, ecoRoute™, as well as a 4.3 inch touchscreen display. CityXplorer maps are available for select tourist destinations in both North America and Europe, and can be downloaded directly to the nüvi. Various models of the 1300 product also presents services like free lifetime traffic alerts and lane assist and text to speech technology that enables the pronounciation of names and upcoming roads.

The Garmin nuvi 1300 offers a public transit mode supporting optional CityXplorer content. Available as a download for select cities, CityXplorer allows the user to plan and use routes that can include public transit options such as bus, tramway, metro and suburban rail systems. Users can navigate through cities across North America and Europe with CityXplorer. The size and weight entitles the unit to be carried in a pocket or purse. These gadgets come standard with ecoRoute™, which encourages fuel-efficient navigation. In addition to “faster time” and “shorter distance” for route preference, ecoRoute permits nüvi users choose “less fuel” as a way to save gas and money. Through ecoRoute’s Fuel Report and Mileage Report, drivers can pay attention to their fuel conservation, and also look fuel-saving tips along the way.

All models in the 1300 series introduces a 4.3 inch touchscreen display, text to speech technology and is accessible with coverage of the lower 48 states, Hawaii and Puerto Rico, while the nüvi 1350 is accessible with previously downloaded comprehensive coverage of North America. For transatlantic travel, the nüvi 1370T comes standard with mapping for North America and Europe. Both the 1350, 1350T and 1370T add lane assist, which focus attention on the preferred lane for directions on the road. The 1390T adds junction view allowing drivers to see realistic images of upcoming junctions where available. Lifetime traffic alerts from NAVTEQ Traffic are also included with the 1350T, 1370T and 1390T, enabling drivers to steer clear of traffic accidents, road closures and construction. The nüvi 1370T and 1390T come standard with a traffic receiver that will provide alerts in the coverage areas – no subscription fee is required. The nüvi 1370T and 1390T also focus attention on Bluetooth® hands-free connectivity. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price for these models is as follows: nüvi 1300 - $249.99; nüvi 1350 - $299.99; nüvi 1350T - $349.99; nüvi 1370T - $449.99; and nüvi 1390T - $399.99.