Garmin lines up new eTrex models

Garmin is currently working to push out new eTrex portable navigation devices in the form of the eTrex H, the eTrex Legend HCx, and the eTrex Vista HCx. All three models will support Galileo, with the eTrex H boasting GPS support as well. Take note that none of these devices are Galileo-ready out of the box, but you can retrofit a drop-in chip when it becomes available. Both the eTrex H and eTrex Legend HCx will retail for $110 and $260 respectively. More technical information concerning the eTrex H and eTrex Legend HCx are available after the jump.

eTrex H
• All buttons located on either side of the unit, for simple, one handed operation
• Waterproof
• 500 waypoints/icons with name and graphic symbol
• Automatic track log; 10 saved tracks let you retrace your path in both directions
• 1 reversible route with up to 50 waypoints
• TracBack® technology to find your way back to your starting point
• Trip computer: current speed, average speed, time of sunrise/ sunset, resetable maximum speed, trip timer and trip distance
• Update rate: 1 second, continous
• Size: 4.4″ x 2.0″ x 1.2″
• Weight: 5.3 oz with batteries
• Display: 2.1″ x 1.1″ in high contrast
• LCD with bright backlighting
• Uses 2 AA batteries (not included)
• Includes: wrist strap, user’s guide and quick reference guide

eTrex Legend HCx
• Garmin’s smallest GPS to combine a color TFT display
• Waterproof design
• Expandable Memory (accepts microSD cards)
• Automatic route generation, off route recalculation
• Turn by turn directions with alert tones and icon driven menus
• Display: 1.7″ x 1.3″, 256k color, reflective TFT
• 500 waypoints/icons with name and graphic symbol; 50 reversible routes
• Track log; 10,000 trackpoints
• TracBack technology and 20 saved tracks
• Size: 4.2″ x 2.2″ x 1.2″
• Weight: 5.6 oz with batteries
• Uses 2 AA batteries (not included)
• microSD card not included
• Includes: PC/USB cable, wrist strap, quick reference guide, MapSource Trip and Waypoint Manager CD and manual

Edwin Kee
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