TomTom GO 740 Live [Connected GPS Navigation]

The GO 740 Live is the latest model out of the TomTom stable of portable navigation devices. The GO 740 receives information via a built-in SIM card and a GPRS modem. The information features include real-time traffic information updated every two-five minutes; local search powered by Google; fuel-price information, weather updates, QuickGPSfix for faster connectivity to satellites, and TomTom Buddies which lets you share information with friends.

Voice Recognition with more than 130 commands and Map Share™ are two important features of GO 740 Live. Optimal Routing is a feature that enables you reach your destination via the most efficient routes. It makes use of the IQ Routes™ Technology which has historical travel data covering more than 1.8 trillion miles of roads in the US; the data offers insight on traffic conditions for not only days of the week but also by the time of day. The IQ Routes™ Technology works in tandem with the real-time traffic feeds to offer users the best alternatives for arriving at a destination in quick time.

The device features a 4.3-inch touch screen with a 480×272 pixel resolution. Its dimensions are 3.4 inches X 5 inches X 0.9 inch. It weighs 7.9 ounces.