Garmin BirdsEye – Bird’s View Satellite Imagery For Your Garmin GPS Device

Will Garmin BirdsEye satellite imagery beat online aerial and satellite maps?

Since the launch of the Garmin BirdsEye satellite imagery subscription there have been very divergent opinions on this product. The BirdsEye function allows you quickly transfer high-resolution satellite images to your Garmin GPS device and get a realistic representation of your surroundings. Of course this feature does at its best with handheld GPS devices, as for in-car navigation units this function is in most cases completely useless.

DigitalGlobe satellite and aerial imagery

The BirdsEye uses geo-data provided by DigitalGlobe and can be managed on your GPS unit through the Garmin’s BaseCamp application. DigitalGlobe satellite imagery will load to your Garmin detailed aerial and satellite images to your Garmin handheld device. The referenced images will result in live photos of roads, buildings, trails and other landscape objects. This may help you get a realistic representation of your current location while you explore a place. With the resolution of 0.5 meter-per-pixel  in many areas and zoom levels from 12 miles to 20 feet, you will get a highly-detailed satellite map of your surroundings. DigitalGlobe continuously adds new coverage areas and improves the quality of its aerial and satellite imagery that you can use user during your subscription period with Garmin’s BirdsEye.

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