Introducing the DigiWalker
Most portable navigation products have been designed for use in automobiles, with screen sizes ranging from the standard 3.5" up to 4.3". There are a few smaller handheld units which are excellent for mapping and hiking purposes, but generally don't provide much in the way of automotive use, as powerful as they can be (some handheld units can be updated with detailed city maps for urban navigation). Mio's DigiWalker H610 portable navigator attempts to split the difference between automotive and handheld navigation, combining the necessary aspects of automotive navigation (clear 2-D and 3-D maps, turn-by-turn directions with voice prompts, and automatic rerouting, among others) with the portability of a handheld, including features for navigating on foot or while cycling. With its 2.7" screen, the Mio is geared for personal use (though not for mapping), yet still suitable for the car.
The DigiWalker H610 displays maps vertically instead of the traditional widescreen presentation.
The DigiWalker I was given for evaluation purposes didn't come with all the accessories included. Here's what I found in my box:
- DigiWalker H610 main unit
- Suction-mount apparatus
- Cradle for use with suction-mount apparatus
- Dashboard mounting plate with self-adhesive backing
- Car battery power adapter with mini-USB end
- AC power plug head (2-prong U.S. standard) for use with AC power cable
- AC power cable with mini-USB end and interchangeable plug head
- USB cable
- pair of earbuds on 2' cord
- 2.5' earbud extension cord with remote control
- pair of earbud covers
Here's what my DigiWalker was missing:
- Owner's manual/warranty information
- DVD-ROM with backup maps
- Application CD including MioTransfer software for loading MP3 and picture/video files directly to the DigiWalker from a PC
- Lanyard
- Wrist strap
