How to Buy a Cobra Nav One GPS Receiver

When you need to know your location or navigate, a GPS can come in handy. A Global Positioning System (GPS) is a navigation system that uses satellites to determine the location of a receiver. Many different GPS receivers are available. To find the right one for you can take some research. The Cobra Nav One GPS receiver could be a great choice for your budget and your needs.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Think about what you will use your GPS for. Cobra focuses on portable GPS receivers for use in vehicles for navigation and finding location. The Cobra Nav One series of receivers run off your vehicles DC power, and install easily by attaching securely to your windshield with suction cups.

2. Consider how you will use your GPS. For commuters in many major urban areas, Cobra offers real-time traffic reporting, shows where there are traffic delays and gives you a choice of alternate routes. For travelers, some models offer trip planning features, route comparisons, and millions of points of interest.

3. Pick a Cobra receiver by considering which features you need and how much you can spend. The NAV ONE series ranges in price from $250 to $600. The basic models feature a 3.5 inch color LCD touch screen display, United States and Canada maps preloaded and turn-by-turn directions to aid in navigation. The more advanced models include a 5-inch display, more points of interest and a the real-time traffic receiver with a 90 day subscription to the traffic service.

4. Go to the Cobra website to check out their products, read reviews, purchase products and accessories or to find a dealer near you.

Resources

• Cobra's website has tons of product information on their NAV ONE GPS series, product comparisons and a store locator.
• The U.S. Government's website on the Global Positioning System (GPS) gives an overview of how GPS works and how it can be put to use.