Hi-tech xmas: in-car GPS

TomTom One XL

Navman S90i

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TomTom One XL, $599

This GPS is small and light-weight, but has an impressive array of features. The 4.3-inch screen still manages to be easily read in bright sunlight. The 3D maps may lack the wow factor but hold a lot of info, including phone numbers for restaurants and hotels and the location of speed cameras. A "Help me" menu has emergency info if your car breaks down, you have a medical emergency, or your pet gets sick, as well as basic first aid instructions.

Navman S90i, $799

This Navman unit can communicate with a Bluetooth mobile, even dialling the numbers for you of the points of interest on its snazzy 3D maps. An in-built 2MP camera can snap photos which you can use as new points of interest. Its 4.3-inch touch-screen does a good job in direct sunlight, but it took a bit longer than the TomTom One XL to lock on to a satellite signal (about 10 seconds on average). The route-logging feature is great for calculating your car's mileage, or if you use your vehicle for business and pleasure. --Peter Smith

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