“So if I buy this product for traffic alerts does that mean I don't get them while driving unless I have a cable? Or is the cable only for updates in the future? I only want this item for 9 weeks driving in USA, so I want to download and drive asap.”
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If you pair it to your smartphone via Bluetooth and add Garmin's app, you get the traffic data from your phone. No cable required, but it uses a little data on your phone plan. (I haven't noticed a significant hit.) The cable is for getting the data from another provider that broadcasts it on an FM frequency. The smart-phone approach apparently gives better coverage outside of major population centers.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.For traffic alerts, either a smartphone is required (Garmin Smartlink app (free) to be installed in phone which uses internet to obtain updates), or a traffic cable needs to be purchased (models GTM36 or GTM60)
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The DriveSmart® 51LMT-S includes the Lifetime traffic updates when connected wirelessly to most smartphones using the free Smartphone Link app. The app is available for download on the App Store™ and Google Play™. If you have questions about the Smartphone link this Garmin Product Support FAQ will help: Installing Garmin Smartphone Link https://support.garmin.com/faqSearch/en-US/faq/content/e2ITAhy1AA2O8nCWxcncw7 The traffic data is available in most major cities in the United States and Canada; here is a link with the Smartphone Link Live Traffic Coverage maps: https://support.garmin.com/faqSearch/en-US/faq/content/cFpFGiTQmu9GBwp7ohwWN8
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