The lightweight Garmin Nuvi 1300 weighs only 161 grams, making it convenient to store and carry. Whether you choose to drive or just walk, the Garmin 1300 is an ideal companion. The system needs to be kept dry and is not suitable for boats or motorcycles. The Garmin 1300 has sleek dimensions so that it is convenient to carry around.

Depending upon your preferences, the Garmin 1300 can be placed on the windshield or dashboard, and a windshield mount and disc are included with the packaging.

Along with Garmin 1300 consumer is offered to get touch 480 by 272 pixel wide screen with WQVGA that is fixed with white backlight A Lithium battery is included or attachedalong with a life span of four hours and a recharging facility. The Garmin 1300 comes complete with embedded memory and a strikingly sensitive receiver. The system allows the user to store as many as 1000 favorite locations and a microSD™ (not included) can allow him or her to store more.

The strikingly precise vocal prompts featured on the Garmin 1300 guarantee both accurate navigation and safe travel. Vocal instructions are supplied to the user of the Garmin 1300 through an embedded, unobtrusive speaker fixed in the GPS system. The GPS can clearly state the names of streets you are about to approach; in addition it will vocalize directions for you to follow about your upcoming turns and exits.

Every tour is ensured to be effective and smooth sailing since each and every aspect is being automated lije the Auto route planning, auto re-routing, the various routes available to reach a particular destination and the ecoRoute. Route avoidance data assists the driver avoid unnecessary toll fees or highways such that the consumer decides the road trip depending on his or her personal choices.

With this GPS, users also get access to "Where Am I" TM features that enable them to find emergency help, nearby hotspots and important locations.

Other features of the system include an ABC/QWERTY keyboard, the ability to navigate using photos and personal points of interest which can be loaded on. The Garmin 1300 functions in resonance with FM traffic and MSN Direct, has converter features and offers world clock and calculator too. The reasonably priced Garmin 1300 is easy and fun to use.