Magellan 7" GPS with Lifetime Maps

I chose this particular GPS for 2 primary reasons. First, it is large enough for these aging eyes to see quickly, and second, it would accept a rear-view camera input (which I also purchased.) As others have noted, it IS quite large. I have a Nissan mid-sized truck, & had a time finding a place to put it where it would be comfortable to view yet not block the view. I could not mount it ON the dash, as it blocked the view forward. I could not mount it on the center console, as it then blocked the controls on the heat/ac. It is too heavy & large to fit on the visors, not to mention the cables that would be dangling. I bought a stronger, more versatile mounting bracket which allowed me to find a good location, allowing it to extend far enough forward to drop a bit below the level of the dash, so it is just above the level of the radio display. However, it is quite conspicuous to all, and I am concerned when I leave my vehicle that it is a clear invitation for would-be thieves. I am disappointed in the rear-view camera, as it does not always engage, and I have discovered it really does not justify the expense for me. It probably would if I needed to mount trailers or such. I think this entire unit is a bit more than I needed, and I predict it will eventually be relagated to the glove-box except for special occasions. An Update to my original review: I've had this unit for a little over 2 years, and once I found a reliable way to mount it, I was hooked. I also got the backup camera, which was part of the reason I chose this one. In the 2 years I've had it in my truck, it has been reliable and very helpful. When I replaced my truck w/ a small car, it became my mission to find a way to fit it into this car, somehow. I rely on this so much. In the entire time I had never updated the software or maps, so once I had it out, I found I needed to do so. I don't think the battery has ever been fully charged, as I never used it outside of the vehicle. When I tried to transfer the unit, it refused to find a signal. That's when I updated the software and it began working again. One thing, though, Magellan Customer Service is a pain. Once the unit is out of warranty, the only way to get help is via a Chat. Took me all day long to get the registration fixed to include the map upgrades w/o paying $80. I had to buy an AC adaptor to keep the unit from shutting down, and it may take 2 hrs or more for these updates. I bought one here on Amazon for less than $4 just last week. It will become a necessity. I have come to love this GPS. As a navigation assistant, it does a fine job. I like that it speaks instructions clearly and well enough in advance to allow me time to identify the turns without rushing. The display is clear and uncluttered. I also like that it provides street names, giving me a much clearer understanding of the location, and teaching me a bit more about the areas I frequent. It claims to also be able to accept video input other than the rear-view camera, but I have not tried that. I have no reason to doubt that it will do so well. I find myself talking to it, so if you are looking for a friend ... who knows. I rate it as only 3 stars, mostly because it is so limiting in its application due to its size, and because the included mounting bracket is insufficient. It would not stick securely to any surface I tried it on, and given the size/weight of the device, it could not trust it to hold even on glass. The alternate bracket I bought is designed for larger devices and sticks very well to a surface the included device would not. The addition of the camera created its own set of issues, including an additional cable to manage, although it does require only one power port. However, the cable is a challenge to route, making it a nuisance to remove/replace the device should I park somewhere I do not want to leave it visible for fear of theives. All in all, if I traveled alot or often went into unfamiliar areas, it would serve me much better. But for my needs it is a bit over the top, and I question the wisdom of my choice. For some, it will be IDEAL, for some, like me, it is ADEQUATE. For some it simply will not do. In the car I used to have, this would simply not have worked, due to its size. If you can get it on sale, go for it. If you must pay full retail price, consider it carefully. It has some excellent features others do not have, but it is quite large. Cut out a template and experiment with your own configuration, consider where it would fit or not fit, and don't forget the cables and how visible it will be to others.