I would agree... 2-3 years should lead to obselescence. Except that
Garmin really hit an aviation sweet spot with this one. Surely there
will be competitors (turn-key fully integrated GPS/Weather systems) with
advantages over the 396 but I'm guessing that the 396 will still be a
fine machine in 2 - 3 years. We'll see.

My first few experiences blew me away.
Newps wrote:
Stick around, within 2 and at most 3 years the 396 will be obsolete.
ADS-B right now works on the East coast from New Jersey to Florida and
in a few other places. The momentum is just starting to pick up.
Several companies, Garmin among them, have announced they will be
bringing to market these new products. The weather that will be offered
won't be quite as extensive as XM's but it will be free. You will also
be able to display traffic, also for free.

tvnav.com wrote:

"Alexandros" wrote in message
oups.com...

Hello to all - especially Dan Luke,

I had already my battery to normal and not saver mode....
But still no luck

It seems their support in not at the same level of quality like their
devices (when they have no problems)....

I am thinking to get rid of the device and choose another brand...



Like what?? AFAIK there is no other brand that competes with the 396.