TomTom ONE 3rd edition review

The TomTom ONE 3rd edition adds several new features to the original TomTom ONE. Most notable is Map Share, which allows you to update certain map inaccuracies. The 3rd edition also adds TMC traffic as an option.

Like the original, the 3rd edition comes with pre-loaded maps of the U.S. and Canada, voice-prompted directions, a color touch-screen and the SiRFstar III chipset.

Before we hear from others, here's what Amazon has to say in their TomTom ONE 3rd edition review:

"TomTom's 3rd edition update to the world's bestselling (as of this writing, 8/30/08) (sic) portable navigation device features an updated chipset that provides better satellite lock and TomTom's new MapShare technology that lets you add your own map corrections and points of interest, then upload your corrections to and download other corrections from millions of other TomTom users via the TomTom HOME website...."

From the TomTom ONE 3rd edition press release:

Enhanced User Interface
The improved user interface provides options for customizing the navigation screen, provides easier access to overall functionality and quicker search tools.

Unique TomTom Map Share™ technology and most accurate maps
Just as users of the recently launched new TomTom GO range, users of the new TomTom ONE 3rd EDITION can easily and instantly improve their own maps with TomTom Map Share™. TomTom Map Share™ is a proprietary map improvement technology unique to TomTom, which enables users to respond in real time to changes in the road network and correct the maps on their TomTom devices accordingly. Thanks to the smart user interface, it is easy to make improvements, such as to mark blocked or unblocked streets, reverse one-way traffic or insert new street names, which will instantly take effect.

Roads are continually changing. This feature gives TomTom users the option to capture these changes on their devices in-between map releases and keep their data as current as they wish. These changes allow the community of TomTom Map Share™ users to always have the most up-to-date maps and inside local knowledge at their fingertips.

TomTom has the world’s largest satellite navigation community with more than 10 million users. TomTom Map Share™ users can share their improvements with each other easily through TomTom HOME, TomTom’s free software application that enables users to manage, download, store and transfer content from their computer (PC/MAC) onto their TomTom device. When it comes to sharing improvements, users can choose between downloading all reported map improvements or only accepting map improvements verified by a TomTom team of experts to guarantee timeliness and validity.

Comprehensive trip guidance features
The new TomTom ONE 3RD EDITION quickly recalculates the route of the driver, in case he wants to deviate from it or a roadblock occurs. The ‘Find Alternative’ option adds maximum flexibility for the driver in planning his route. Also, current street names can be displayed while travelling.

Extensive industry leading range of safety features
Safety is a key priority in the development of all TomTom products. The recently launched new TomTom GO range and the new TomTom ONE 3RD EDITION come with uniquely designed safety features so drivers always have direct access to extensive safety and roadside assistance information wherever they go. The extensive ‘Help Me!’ menu includes information such as the way to the nearest hospital, car maintenance information and first aid instructions. The safety option screen is fully customizable allowing users to set warnings for speed, traffic, restricted zones, schools, and more.

Traffic information and other smart extras
With the new TomTom ONE 3RD EDITION, drivers can choose from a host of smart extras, making sure the destination is reached in a relaxed and enjoyable way. Drivers now can have easy access to traffic information with the optional RDS-TMC traffic antenna accessory. Also, a number of personalization options, such as warnings, special navigation voices, POIs and more can be downloaded via TomTom HOME. - Source: From GPSTracklog