Sync turn by turn
6/17/10, 05:55 AM
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So I got my "Sync My Ride" account set up and tried out the turn-by-turn . . . first pleasant surprise was I could activate the account no problem, even though I bought the car used, and it is good until August 2012. (yes after that I assume you have to pay)
The turn-by-turn worked quite well on my way to work; it even picked my known best route (a good back-road, Mapquest picks the highway which is a little longer) . . . all the prompts were right on, and I can confirm it does have it's own GPS built in since it can't be using the one in my phone because it is not enabled.
However, I don't think I'd want to go blind with only turn-by-turn if I was going somewhere I'd never been before . . . it doesn't give you any context of where you are or what's next; I'm a visual person so I need to see maps . . . so if I do a road trip where I am not familiar, I will use the turn-by-turn but will also have a map handy . . .
So, if you want a nav system for a lot of road trips, that you will rely on without paper maps, I think you want the EP; if you just want voice instructions to help remind you when to turn, or confirm what you see on a map, then the basic Sync system is fine.
The turn-by-turn worked quite well on my way to work; it even picked my known best route (a good back-road, Mapquest picks the highway which is a little longer) . . . all the prompts were right on, and I can confirm it does have it's own GPS built in since it can't be using the one in my phone because it is not enabled.
However, I don't think I'd want to go blind with only turn-by-turn if I was going somewhere I'd never been before . . . it doesn't give you any context of where you are or what's next; I'm a visual person so I need to see maps . . . so if I do a road trip where I am not familiar, I will use the turn-by-turn but will also have a map handy . . .
So, if you want a nav system for a lot of road trips, that you will rely on without paper maps, I think you want the EP; if you just want voice instructions to help remind you when to turn, or confirm what you see on a map, then the basic Sync system is fine.
6/17/10, 06:18 AM
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I got the EP because it was on the car in the lot and I got it for half price, got and extra $1000 off below invoice. I love it. In my two short trips so far it has help me get around one accident in I95 and saved at least and hours wait and let me know of an accident in front of me so I got prepared for a slow down. The EP also lets you watch DVD's and get real time weather radar. In preparing to buy a Fusion I will probably not even get the SYNC. $545 option, and go with an aftermarket GPR/radio to get similiar performance to the EP. BTW, I got the rear view camera which has also spoiled me.
6/17/10, 07:05 AM
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For me, I just like how the EP looks in the dash over the standard stack. I also like being able to load CDs into the car (probably one of the two people without an iPod) on the hard drive. The map is pretty and I also like the dual zone climate control.
6/17/10, 09:25 AM
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I've used it a bunch of times now for both addresses saved in my syncmyride account as well as called for addresses, and it has worked flawlessly. I have even callled for a business location and it found it no problem. The thing I like about the services call-in is that it is constantly updated with POI's.
6/18/10, 07:55 AM
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It looks like only the turn by turn.
http://www.syncmyride.com/Own/Module...aspx?faqId=135
Is there a monthly fee to use SYNC?
There are no monthly fees to use SYNC's hands-free features, 911 Assist, and Vehicle Health Report, aside from the regular fees you already pay your wireless phone provider for your particular calling plan.
SYNC's Traffic, Directions and Information service is available as a complimentary 3-year subscription* for owners of new vehicles equipped with the service.
Renewal subscriptions and subscriptions for second owners, or owners who wish to add an additional phone to the service cost $60/year.
*Message and Data Rates May Apply.
http://www.syncmyride.com/Own/Module...aspx?faqId=135
Is there a monthly fee to use SYNC?
There are no monthly fees to use SYNC's hands-free features, 911 Assist, and Vehicle Health Report, aside from the regular fees you already pay your wireless phone provider for your particular calling plan.
SYNC's Traffic, Directions and Information service is available as a complimentary 3-year subscription* for owners of new vehicles equipped with the service.
Renewal subscriptions and subscriptions for second owners, or owners who wish to add an additional phone to the service cost $60/year.
*Message and Data Rates May Apply.
6/18/10, 08:41 AM
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It looks like only the turn by turn.
http://www.syncmyride.com/Own/Module...aspx?faqId=135
Is there a monthly fee to use SYNC?
There are no monthly fees to use SYNC's hands-free features, 911 Assist, and Vehicle Health Report, aside from the regular fees you already pay your wireless phone provider for your particular calling plan.
SYNC's Traffic, Directions and Information service is available as a complimentary 3-year subscription* for owners of new vehicles equipped with the service.
Renewal subscriptions and subscriptions for second owners, or owners who wish to add an additional phone to the service cost $60/year.
*Message and Data Rates May Apply.
http://www.syncmyride.com/Own/Module...aspx?faqId=135
Is there a monthly fee to use SYNC?
There are no monthly fees to use SYNC's hands-free features, 911 Assist, and Vehicle Health Report, aside from the regular fees you already pay your wireless phone provider for your particular calling plan.
SYNC's Traffic, Directions and Information service is available as a complimentary 3-year subscription* for owners of new vehicles equipped with the service.
Renewal subscriptions and subscriptions for second owners, or owners who wish to add an additional phone to the service cost $60/year.
*Message and Data Rates May Apply.
6/18/10, 08:49 AM
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6/18/10, 09:09 AM
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6/18/10, 10:54 AM
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Electronics package is pretty awesome. Tons of features and the screen is amazing. Anyone that has been inside my car comments on the interior and the NAV right away. Only issue is that living in Canada - none of the neat features like weather, traffic, vehicle health report, work. Maybe someday they'll license it for way up here.....
6/18/10, 10:59 AM
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EP > Droid in a looks sweet and I don't care about money assessment.
$5 a month is still less than the $10 verizon wants to charge for the GPS app on its phones.
6/18/10, 11:07 AM
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Droid nav got me lost last week. It ain't that great. And if your stereo is at any kind of listening level, the speaker on the droid won't silence it to give you your directions. The screen is tiny. The voice is robotic. I'd only consider this a solution if I didn't have $100 for a Garmin. But I bought the EP so I'm already a happy camper.
6/18/10, 11:40 AM
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Droid nav got me lost last week. It ain't that great. And if your stereo is at any kind of listening level, the speaker on the droid won't silence it to give you your directions. The screen is tiny. The voice is robotic. I'd only consider this a solution if I didn't have $100 for a Garmin. But I bought the EP so I'm already a happy camper.
EP > Droid
6/18/10, 01:13 PM
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And buying the EP is not because you don't care about the money. Everyone puts a different value on certain options.
For me the EP is worth it because i'm a gadget person, I like the screen, I would pay for the travel link, and the GPS is just a bonus. I see the value in it and i'm willing to pay for it.
8/9/10, 06:11 AM
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+1 for the Moto Droid. Got the OEM car dock from Verizon so the Droid is suctioned to the windshield and hangs right below the rear-view mirror. One cord does hang cause I plug it into the 12V hookup above the radio, but it is not too bad. Screen is just fine size-wise and a quick glance at the rear view mirror has me looking at my nav unit as well 
8/9/10, 02:22 PM
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The Ford NAV is nearly as good as the Honda NAV in my Acura. The larger screen helps me find short-cuts around shore traffic when the friggin shoebies from PA invade my state and clog up all our roads...
8/9/10, 04:25 PM
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Not impressed with SYNC. I'm tired of repeating myself to the dumb b#$@!. I could have done it faster myself-(I don't have nav.). Ok, I am approaching ole fart territory, but seriously, I wouldn't pay 2cents for it
O yeah....and everyone tells me my blue tooth sounds like CRAP..so I quit using it.
P.S. I LOVE THE CAR !!!
O yeah....and everyone tells me my blue tooth sounds like CRAP..so I quit using it.
P.S. I LOVE THE CAR !!!
