Online retailers like Vanns, TigerGPS, Become.com and Amazon have been slashing prices lately on some older Garmin GPS units due to the sluggish economy and slow sales. The Garmin nuvi 265WT is one good deal to be had. And it’s an excellent product as it has user friendly features at an unbeatable price now. It is the top model of the Nuvi 2×5 series with text-to-speech functionality, integrated Bluetooth, a spacious touchscreen and free traffic service for life.

Most users find the spacious 4.3″ widescreen of the Garmin 265WT which is bright and easy to navigate. It has a good 480×272 pixel resolution, so maps and text look vibrant and clear. You can adjust brightness easily to suit the lighting conditions wherever you are. Furthermore, there is a unique feature that automatically adjusts for brighter day viewing in contrast to darker night conditions.

Garmin devices have easy-to-use interfaces, and the nuvi 265WT is no different. The main menu screen presents you with two clear choices: “Where to?” and “View Map.” It also features large icons with clear identifications, so as you access diffenrent functions, everything remains simple and straightforward.

As with all Garmin nuvis, the POI database contains 6 million places of interest including all the major categories (gas stations, lodging, ATMs, restaurants by cuisine type, and so forth) and more specialized interests, including golf courses, gyms, and nightclubs. In addition to the default locations, you can add custom POIs, such as safety cameras and school zones, and it’s compatible with MSN Direct services.

If you are lost or unsure of your location, the Garmin Nuvi 265WT has the “Where am I?” feature, which gives you the coordinates of your location, the nearest address, and intersection, and lists the closest hospitals, police stations, and gas stations to your position. You’ll be able to call any of these services directly from the unit since it has integrated Bluetooth. Check out all the Garmin 265WT features.

Despite some small glitches in performance, the nuvi 265WT is excellent value for money, offering many high-end features for a good deal.