It works and has lifetime maps and traffic -- but it is not as good as the old TomTom devices...

After 1.5 hrs of software installs and updates on the computer and the GPS, it works. Unfortunately, the interface is not the same as the older VIA devices which were the same as the older TomTom GO devices. It seems to lag quite a bit when inputting addresses and the touchscreen is nowhere nearly as responsive. The new computer update app seems to forget logins as well as being pseudo-web-based (read as "unstable"). When powering on, the new GPS chipset did detect the location in the house, which the old versions could not do. After finally inputting an address with a stylus, it found a route quickly and accurately during setup. At least this version has an SD card slot that support 32GB. It was purchased for my mother and she seems happy with it (surprisingly since she does not like interface changes on Windows, TVs, tablets or phones). I honestly hate the input lag and lack of touchscreen responsiveness, the missing features, and the new interface though... so I averaged her 4 stars with my one star to give two stars. TomTom should also add back all of the BlueTooth phone and music options that it used to have, as many of us do not drive cars with Bluetooth nor even have stereo input options for music devices. When testing it, though the location detection and destination routing were ok, I found it was difficult to change routers or destinations quickly when pulling over to do so and I hated using a stylus... due to this and the loss of features, I guess my next device might be a Garmin instead of the TomTom family I have always used. Best Wishes to the rest of you current TomTom gps lovers if you are sticking around. I really suggest switch GPS brands -- or even using your phone with Google maps (if you do not care about your privacy)!

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