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TomTom GO 740 TM Live

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$280

We expect this model to perform similarly to the tested TomTom GO 740 Live although it may differ in price and features.

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Type: 4.3 - inch screen size

About - TomTom GO 740 TM Live
The TomTom GO 740 TM Live is a GPS available from TomTom. The GO 740 TM Live typically costs $280 . Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on GPS models like the GO 740 TM Live. Screen size (in.): The diagonal length of the display screen measured in inches and rounded to the nearest tenth on an inch. Weight (oz.): Measured weight of just the unit (excluding mount) in ounces rounded to the nearest tenth. Bluetooth hands-free calling: Allows user to make and receive hands-free telephone calls using the unit's internal speaker, microphone, and screen. Automatically quiets directions while call is being made. Can display user's telephone book, and shows caller ID on the screen. Can also dial phone numbers of point of interest locations. Requires a Bluetooth-compatible telephone.

About - TomTom GO 740 TM Live

The TomTom GO 740 TM Live is a GPS available from TomTom. The GO 740 TM Live typically costs $280 .

Consumer Reports recommends that you match the features on a model to the needs you have. Here's our take on some of the specifications and features that are commonly available on GPS models like the GO 740 TM Live.

Screen size (in.):: The diagonal length of the display screen measured in inches and rounded to the nearest tenth on an inch.
Weight (oz.):: Measured weight of just the unit (excluding mount) in ounces rounded to the nearest tenth.
Bluetooth hands-free calling:: Allows user to make and receive hands-free telephone calls using the unit's internal speaker, microphone, and screen. Automatically quiets directions while call is being made. Can display user's telephone book, and shows caller ID on the screen. Can also dial phone numbers of point of interest locations. Requires a Bluetooth-compatible telephone.

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The Ratings of TomTom GO 740 Live were applied to untested model TomTom GO 740 TM Live, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
TomTom GO 740 Live
	Approximate retail price: $250

About This Brand
Founded in Amsterdam in 1991, TomTom now has offices Europe, North America, and Asia. The company Web site claims that TomTom is the world's largest provider of navigation devices, with sales in 30 countries and online. We've found TomTom devices to be among the easiest to use in our testing, but the company also offers tech-savvy users options to customize their units. Celebrity voices are available, and TomTom invites customers to update maps and POI information, and share it with other users.

About This Brand

Founded in Amsterdam in 1991, TomTom now has offices Europe, North America, and Asia. The company Web site claims that TomTom is the world's largest provider of navigation devices, with sales in 30 countries and online. We've found TomTom devices to be among the easiest to use in our testing, but the company also offers tech-savvy users options to customize their units. Celebrity voices are available, and TomTom invites customers to update maps and POI information, and share it with other users.

Features & Specs - TomTom GO 740 TM Live
Screen size (in.) The diagonal length of the display screen measured in inches and rounded to the nearest tenth on an inch. Screen size (in.)	4.3
Weight (oz.) Measured weight of just the unit (excluding mount) in ounces rounded to the nearest tenth. Weight (oz.)	7.6
Bluetooth hands-free calling Allows user to make and receive hands-free telephone calls using the unit's internal speaker, microphone, and screen. Automatically quiets directions while call is being made. Can display user's telephone book, and shows caller ID on the screen. Can also dial phone numbers of point of interest locations. Requires a Bluetooth-compatible telephone. Bluetooth hands-free calling	Yes
Spoken street names Commonly referred to as "Text-to-Speech," this helpful feature is the ability to pronounce proper street names. For example, a system with this feature would say, "Turn right on Truman Avenue" rather than, "Turn right in 500 feet." Spoken street names allows the driver to confirm directions with street signs without looking at the screen. Spoken street names	Yes
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