Wired vs. Bluetooth GPS

[jdadverb]

Obviously Bluetooth GPS is probably more convenient to connect to my iPaq, but is it worth the extra $100-$200? Any thoughts on benefits or major downsides to wired are appreciated.

[SteveHoward999]

there's not really a price premium. Plenty of Bluetooth options below $100 - look on eBay

[Edgar_]

No cable :) - less chance of breakage - those IPAQ dock slots are not sturdy and PocketPCTechs makes a bundle replacing them

I have the BT338 and would never buy a cabled unit. I use this with Laptop and PPC - it has a 17+ hr battery, no speed diffrence and less bulk (no cables/wires/plugs

I agree, they aren't that much more - just make sure you get SIRF III w/WAAS

Good site for GPS forums and information is www.gpspassion.com

[Brad Adrian]

I've only been using a GPS unit for a few months, but I'd definitely recommend the BT variety. It eliminates the need for a new cable or adapter if you get a different device.

[Cybrid]

I've only been using a GPS unit for a few months, but I'd definitely recommend the BT variety. It eliminates the need for a new cable or adapter if you get a different device. No, it simply requires a BT adapter or capable device. It may be a longer lived standard than say SD or CF but nonetheless...It does influence your next purchase i.e. must have BT.

Difference between Sirf II and Sirf III is 3 dBm or 2x more sensitive. WAAS is a corrected signal for better accuracy. Doesn't mean you can't live without it...You're not geosurveying are you? :lol:

Not having the device feed of your PDA battery is nice but so is not having to fuss with BT. Longer battery life and patience vs Plug it in it works. Up to you.

I abstain from recommending one over the other.