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Just my two cents on the issue of N810's GPS. If I'd purchased the N810 primarily as a GPS I would have returned it. Like many do it all devices not everything works as well as in a single function device. To me GPS was a plus but not a core requirement. The price of the N810 is justified for it's primary functions. I'll use the N810's GPS to learn about GPS use and and practical value. As much as I love gadgets they don't all make it into my inner circle of daily use. If the N810 GPS becomes unworkable I'll buy a bluetooth GPS receiver to improve the performance. I would still be spending less for GPS than if I purchased a quality stand alone GPS. On top of that I have an open source device that will be subject to free continuous improvement. That can't be said of proprietary units. Others may not agree with me but while they complain I'll be enjoying and daily using my N810 which has clearly made it to the inner most circle of my most used and loved gadgets.
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