More than just navigate ...

With Medion GoPal Navigator Navigon and I've gathered my experience with Navis - added I was also very pleased with both. Now had to take the entry-level devices by a device of the "upper class" ago. Due to the many positive tests of the Falk F10 2nd Edition I now therefore decided to use the Falk F12 3rd Edition with the Falk Navigator 10, ie the top device of the Falk F-series.
First, perhaps a few technical details that are in addition noteworthy to describe:
- 533MHz processor
- 128MB RAM
- 4GB internal flash memory, expandable with SD / MMC card
- FM Transmitter
- Text-To-Speech also with TMC messages and SMS

But now to the actual functions and navigating. The device has an easy to read and sufficiently large 4.3 "screen, an articulate speaker and a very practical magnetic holder (no fummeliger clip). In addition, the unit has a" Standby "button on the top and a right A on / off switch at the bottom, which also serves as a hard reset. After the actuation of the device boots from scratch, which takes about 2 minutes. Then you can losnavigiert actually the same because the device starts a GPS connection very quickly . The destination can be either "classically" carried out (by typing) or by voice, which is a bit cumbersome (you must orally once again confirm its input) but in practice actually works quite well. It is also much safer than when driving on rumzutippen screen.
Navigating to be working very well, the voice prompts are clear and the view is thanks to split-screen Pro very successful. Especially handy to find a self-definable shortcut menu, with up to 8 functions (eg trip computer, route options, telephoning, etc.) can be assigned the call with a button and. Per another button quickly TMC (Pro) messages can be called. The "critical" messages (within the next 50km on the route) will even be read out automatically without pressing the button. TMC (Pro) works the way quite well even without the extra wire antenna. The third button opens or closes the split screen view in which you can also choose whether a 2D overview map or a particularly large and distinct arrow display will be shown the next maneuver. The good thing is that all this is happening just in the right third of the screen, and thus on the left continue the navigation map is displayed.
The main menu itself is equipped with large buttons (which the accuracy is) and can also be customized to individual needs. Also the card design Three color variants are available. Is thus well catered for individuality.
The F12 is equipped with a Bluetooth module, which the prima Navi suitable as a speakerphone. By combining the output with the integrated FM transmitter, one even has a hands-free through your car speakers. Here, too, is working again, the speech input, whereby it will be less distracted while driving. SMS messages can be read even. The connection to my LG KP500 Cookie worked flawlessly, although the cell phone is not on the official support list.
One of the highlights, which lifts the Falk Navi from other manufacturers, the integrated guide and the (unfortunately only in the 2D view) clickable POIs. Here you can for example search for an Italian, click it and you get the new address, same phone number, and a review by other users. If necessary, just click on the green handset and ordered via Bluetooth and mobile phone directly a table. The review then you can also share with the Falk community. In addition, you can get additional points of interest, etc., tours, tips from other users dirket from the Internet. Interface for this is the included Falk software for the PC. Here you can easily and practically manage his navigation system. In addition, you can (if you want) automatically and anonymously send its gefahrerenen routes. Thereby, the "Learning Navigation" by Falk is fed with information (eg, faster routes, short cuts, closures, etc.), which ultimately benefits then any user of the community because his Navi is always "smarter".
What are rounding off the entire offer of Navis "gimmicks" such as MP3 players, (currency) computer, three games, address book, and a talking dictionary.
Furthermore, the F12 free map updates for two years and a "lifetime" use of TMC-Pro included.
The Navi has a lot more to offer (eg pedestrian navigation with public transport, radar detectors, etc.) would, however, go beyond this report and can also be found on the Falk website or in the item description.
As useful accessories, I can recommend the PSU-Ladegrät and leather bag for safekeeping.

Conclusion:
A top device that provides maximum navigation, travel guide, connectivity and topicality and this impressively combines thanks to the Community.