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Old August 4th 06, 02:14 AM posted to rec.aviation.piloting
Jim Burns
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Default Garmin 596 Ideas


"Paul Tomblin" wrote in message
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In a previous article, john smith said:
Here are a few suggestions for the future Garmin GPS-596...
- flat panel package, one-inch thick (max, including battery)
- replaceable Li-ion battery pack; optional AA battery pack
- a five-inch diagonal screen (as on the 530)
- landscape or portrait viewing select
- XM weather and radio
- higher resolution
- faster processor
- ability to download text (NOTAM's, weather)


- geo-referenced approach plates



Now this is getting exciting!
Jim