Here’s the fourth part of our TomTom Basics video series: Setting a Favorite.

Enjoy!

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We at TomTom are proud to announce that the TomTom GO 910, GO 510, GO 700, GO 300, ONE XL and ONE devices are now compatible with TomTom’s latest software. This allows users of these devices to utilize TomTom’s exclusive map improvement technology Map Share™ and to get access to the unique ‘Help Me!’ safety features.

TomTom Map Share™ and ‘Help Me!’ already are pre-installed on the TomTom GO 920, GO 920 T, GO 720, ONE 3rd Edition, ONE XL, and ONE XL•S.

“At TomTom, we believe that all of our customers should have easy access to our latest technologies and innovations,” said TomTom Inc. president Jocelyn Vigreux. “This free software upgrade underscores TomTom’s commitment to ensuring that existing TomTom users can get the most out of their investment in TomTom devices. By enabling our users to benefit from all the latest TomTom innovations, we are helping more users continue to get from A to B as accurately and safely as possible.”

TomTom’s newest software can be easily downloaded and installed via TomTom HOME. When the TomTom ONE XL or TomTom ONE device is connected, a free-of-charge upgrade to TomTom’s latest software will be offered.

To use Map Share™ and ‘HELP ME!’ features, users must maps version 6.75 or higher. Users of the TomTom ONE model with a map version earlier than 6.75 can purchase the latest map version through TomTom HOME at www.tomtom.com/maps.

To watch a video about how Map Share™ works, check out this previous entry and click here for more information about ‘HELP ME!’ features.

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There have been a lot of calls for an updated list of Bluetooth-compatible mobile phones. So here’s a complete list of officially-supported phones compatible with TomTom GO 720/920/920T devices.

AT&T/Cingular:
LG CU575, LG CE110*, Motorola RAZR V3, Motorola RAZR V3i, Motorola ROKR E1, Motorola L6, Motorola L2, Motorola RAZR V3xx, Motorola RAZR 2 v9, Motorola SLVR L7, Motorola MPx220, Motorola Q9H, Motorola ROKR E1, HTC TyTN, Nokia 3650, Nokia E61, Nokia E62, Nokia N75, Nokia 9300, Nokia 9300i, Nokia 7610, Nokia 6230, Nokia 6550, Nokia 6820, Nokia 6820i, Nokia 6131, Nokia 6681, Nokia 6103, Sony Ericsson W550i, Sony Ericsson Z520, Sony Ericsson Z525, Sony Ericsson Z530, Sony Ericsson s710a*, Apple iPhone*, Blackberry 8820*, Blackberry 8300 Curve*, Samsung SGH-A517, Samsung SGH-A707, Samsung SGH-A727, Samsung SGH-i607*, Siemens SX66*
T-Mobile:
Blackberry 8700g*, Blackberry 8100 Pearl*, Motorola PEBL U6, Motorola RAZR V3, Motorola RAZR V3i, Motorola RAZR V3t, Nokia 3650, Nokia 6600, Nokia 6131, Nokia 6103, Nokia 5300, Nokia 8800
Sprint/Nextel:
Motorola 1605*, Motorola i870*, Motorola i880*
Verizon:
LG VX5400*, LG VX8350*, LG VX8500 (Chocolate)*, LG VX8700*, LG VX9900*, Motorola RAZR V3*, Samsung SCH-U700*, Samsung SCH-u470 Juke*

* Hands-free calling only. Access to TomTom PLUS Services not supported.

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Here’s the third part of our TomTom Basics video series: Entering a Destination.

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One of our newest products, the TomTom ONE XL•S adds text-to-speech technology to the widescreen ONE XL family of products. Here’s how you can make sure that you’re getting the most out of your new TomTom ONE XL•S…

First, turn it on. You’ll see the standard TomTom ONE XL splash screen.

Then, ONE XL•S will ask you about your language preferences:

Now you get to choose the voice that will read your navigation instructions. If you want your TomTom to announce street names in addition to directions and distance, choose a “Computer” Voice…

Now, ONE XL•S will ask you just what things it should announce to you. If you want street names, just tap the box…

Your TomTom ONE XL•S can also read aloud tips and warnings.

Now tap Done and you are ready navigate with the ease and confidence of spoken street names!

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