Post by: scotsman on January 10, 2015, 10:10:22 AM
I'm still using a 10 year old Etrex Vista and am seriously thinking about upgrading to a newer device. The newer screens sure are easier to see than the tiny Vista screen.
I have been looking at the Garmin Oregon 600 touch screen and the Garmin 62 series. The advantages to the touch screen are brighter screen and faster data entry. That seems to be partially offset by higher battery usage and having to lock the screen all the time to prevent casual movement from switching the screen. The 62 series with its external antenna has a great reputation for accuracy and battery life but keypad entry is a PITA.
So feedback from users of both kinds would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!
Post by: Bmcox86 on January 10, 2015, 10:29:50 AM
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Post by: actionshooter on January 10, 2015, 08:43:32 PM
Post by: aaronoto on January 10, 2015, 09:11:35 PM
On a side note, the 64s was an upgrade from a 10+ year old Vista C as well. I'm amazed at how little GPS technology has changed in that time in terms of software and screens. Besides being bigger, I don't think the screen is any different from my ancient Vista :dunno:
Post by: scotsman on January 11, 2015, 08:58:22 AM
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Post by: Netminder01 on January 11, 2015, 09:25:46 AM
Pulling gloves on and off is just not a favorable option all the time.
Post by: Bob33 on January 11, 2015, 09:49:07 AM
You'd think Garmin and other manufacturers would use touch capacitive screens for all their products. The material they use is more durable, temperature resistant and actually made for outdoor conditions where our phone glass is not (duh). You'd think some smart engineers could find a middle ground solution.
Pulling gloves on and off is just not a favorable option all the time.
It spawned a new category of gloves: "tech compatible":
www.rei.com/product/853942/rei-tech-compatible-all-season-gloves-mens (http://www.rei.com/product/853942/rei-tech-compatible-all-season-gloves-mens)
Post by: BULLBLASTER on January 11, 2015, 10:52:06 AM
Post by: grundy53 on January 11, 2015, 10:53:48 AM
Post by: Netminder01 on January 11, 2015, 12:05:24 PM
You'd think Garmin and other manufacturers would use touch capacitive screens for all their products. The material they use is more durable, temperature resistant and actually made for outdoor conditions where our phone glass is not (duh). You'd think some smart engineers could find a middle ground solution.
Pulling gloves on and off is just not a favorable option all the time.
It spawned a new category of gloves: "tech compatible":
www.rei.com/product/853942/rei-tech-compatible-all-season-gloves-mens (http://www.rei.com/product/853942/rei-tech-compatible-all-season-gloves-mens)
There's a joke in there somewhere... buying gloves to work your touch screen? :bash:
Post by: MtnMuley on January 11, 2015, 12:11:02 PM
Post by: actionshooter on January 11, 2015, 12:19:59 PM
Actionshooter, can you expand on your statement that the touch screen is a pain? Any particular reason?Pretty much what everyone else is saying, I'll have to touch/tap the screen several times to change screens and I have fat finger issues. Taking gloves off doesn't bother me that much, but in general its more difficult to use. I actually have started using my antique Etrex more and leave the 650 at home.
Post by: MtnMuley on January 11, 2015, 12:47:09 PM