Magellan will follow in the footsteps of TomTom and Garmin, offering lifetime map updates for selected models this time round including the RoadMate 3045-LM, although others like the RoadMate 3045-MU comes with just a solitary map update. Basically, devices chich are eligible for the single map update would be the “map update program entitles you to receive one (1) free map data update during the life of the GPS receiver or until Magellan no longer receives relevant map data. Internet connection and Content Manager required.” As for folks who are holding out for a lifetime map update, the “rules” include “Lifetime Maps entitles you to receive up to four (4) map updates per year, for the life of the GPS receiver or until Magellan no longer receives relevant map data. Internet connection and Content Manager required.” Guess you know which model to pick up now and in the future if you want your device to remain relevant.