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TomTom GO 910 personal portable GPS system features 4 inch LCD touch screen – a world’s first in portable navigation, 20 GB hard disk with fully integrated MP3 player for playing audiobooks, music and podcasts as well as text-to-speech functionality, multi-continental map coverage including the whole of Europe, the USA and Canada, HOME dock – enabling users to connect to TomTom HOME through their computer, and full extensive iPod integration.
My guess would be that internally (if you would break open the TomTom) you would find 2 memory chips, 1 chip of 2GB - the chip were the working memory of the TT is kept, and another chip or chips, to make up the other 18GB.
It is somewhat the same as with me. I have a 2GB internal chip, and a micro SD slot where I can add lots of more memory, but it doesnt matter, my device is still obsolete.
PS. on your TT it is a bit weird, since memory usually is made in order of 2, like 1, 2, 4, 6, 16, 32, 64... to get to 20 is a weird number. On the other hand, perhaps memory chips are manufactured in a 20GB size? I am surprised then.
The GO 910 device you was released in 2006 and there is a limit not just in terms of software but also in terms of hardware to adapt with the new maps we release on a quarterly basis.
Every day, at TomTom, we work very hard to bring you the best navigation experience ever. A big part of this work is to continuously improve the quality of the maps, services and software that your sat nav runs on.
It has become clear that some of our older generation navigation devices do not have sufficient resources to run the newest maps and software available.
Come on TT, your marketing of built-in obsolescence was intentional. Your R&D could have provided an SD memory option to keep these units operational. SHAME! I cannot believe that buying an upgrade TT model will not also experience obsolescence later on. I like the Tom Tom but must consider other options for this device.
The Sports Division went out of business 18 months ago and ceased all development and production. Support is being phased out and is now limited to live chat and email. Maybe time to throw the device out and move onto a brand that is active in the industry.
If the Tomtom unit you have was sold with lifetime map updates then that is being honoured as announced in the following Post on this Forum by @VikramK from Tomtom. in January last year.
So as usual TomTom's Lifetime Map Updates is not lifetime! Why expect anything else!
Because your statement is 'Fake News'
Devices with lifetime maps are not affected
Enter the first 2 characters of the devices Serial number into the appropriate link bellow... Only devices with 2GB or less on-board Memory should be affected ???
When calling....
Tomtom are monitoring Eol support by an Auto Response System
When prompted DO NOT provide your Tomtom model information, wait for a live agent to respond
I know how you feel. My GO 720 is a great satnav, and you can add your own POI's etc., not so now. Also the 30% upgrade offer is only on the 6" screen units, my GO 720 is used in a small classic sports car, plenty big enough screen, any larger at it will inhibit my view. So they offer just 20% off their full price for the 5" model as a loyal member upgrade, but I can buy it for that price elsewhere, so where's the loyalty in that.
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Got this from a review site
TomTom GO 910 personal portable GPS system features 4 inch LCD touch screen – a world’s first in portable navigation, 20 GB hard disk with fully integrated MP3 player for playing audiobooks, music and podcasts as well as text-to-speech functionality, multi-continental map coverage including the whole of Europe, the USA and Canada, HOME dock – enabling users to connect to TomTom HOME through their computer, and full extensive iPod integration.
My guess would be that internally (if you would break open the TomTom) you would find 2 memory chips, 1 chip of 2GB - the chip were the working memory of the TT is kept, and another chip or chips, to make up the other 18GB.
It is somewhat the same as with me. I have a 2GB internal chip, and a micro SD slot where I can add lots of more memory, but it doesnt matter, my device is still obsolete.
PS. on your TT it is a bit weird, since memory usually is made in order of 2, like 1, 2, 4, 6, 16, 32, 64... to get to 20 is a weird number. On the other hand, perhaps memory chips are manufactured in a 20GB size? I am surprised then.
Cheers, Leonard.
Superusers
@LeonardH
it's a 20GB Hardrive
See specs... https://www.tomtom.com/lib/doc/910Datasheet.pdf
ATB YFM
@LeonardH
@YamFazMan,
Thanks for your comments. I'm still hoping that @VikramK will answer me with a definitive explanation of why mine is EOL.
The GO 910 device you was released in 2006 and there is a limit not just in terms of software but also in terms of hardware to adapt with the new maps we release on a quarterly basis.
From the official website: https://www.tomtom.com/en_gb/obsolete-products/#car
Every day, at TomTom, we work very hard to bring you the best navigation experience ever. A big part of this work is to continuously improve the quality of the maps, services and software that your sat nav runs on.
It has become clear that some of our older generation navigation devices do not have sufficient resources to run the newest maps and software available.
Regards
Vikram
Thanks for your reply.
Superusers
Superusers
@cbair1
The Sports Division went out of business 18 months ago and ceased all development and production. Support is being phased out and is now limited to live chat and email. Maybe time to throw the device out and move onto a brand that is active in the industry.
For more info see... TomTom Sports and Fitness products
Maybe repost your question there ???
https://discussions.tomtom.com/en/categories/your-sports-fitness
ATB YFM
Superuser
Your comment is incorrect
If the Tomtom unit you have was sold with lifetime map updates then that is being honoured as announced in the following Post on this Forum by @VikramK from Tomtom. in January last year.
https://discussions.tomtom.com/en/discussion/1032484/end-of-life-device-with-lifetime-maps/p1
There has also been a clear definition of what lifetime means on Tomtom units on their website.
They are supporting many units far beyond the likes of Apples support their products.
Doug
Superusers
@macofjack Because your statement is 'Fake News'
Devices with lifetime maps are not affected
Enter the first 2 characters of the devices Serial number into the appropriate link bellow... Only devices with 2GB or less on-board Memory should be affected ???
See... Find the model of your navigation device and what software it uses
UK... https://uk.support.tomtom.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9508/locale/en_GB
USA... https://uk.support.tomtom.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9508/locale/en_US
Australia... https://uk.support.tomtom.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/9508/locale/en_AU
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Devices with lifetime maps are not affected
Tomtom have already stated that Lifetime Maps and any Existing Map Subscriptions will be honoured
See VikramK Post (TomTom Staff) Here....
https://en.discussions.tomtom.com/news-and-announcements-37/end-of-life-device-with-lifetime-maps-1032484/index1.html#post1207861
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If you have Lifetime Maps or an existing Map Subscriptions
Call Tomtom Support...
https://discussions.tomtom.com/en/discussion/988105/customer-support-phone-numbers/p1
When calling....
Tomtom are monitoring Eol support by an Auto Response System
When prompted DO NOT provide your Tomtom model information, wait for a live agent to respond
ATB YFM
I have never felt so bad by having a device that was continually downgraded over the years. ES&BATM tt.
Superusers
@mafield01 I have 107 Personal & 3rd Party POI Categories on my NAV3/4/5 Devices
ATB YFM
GOOD-BYE