Which is more practical, the 4G version or the WiFi version of the navigation system?
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Whether the 4G version or the WiFi version of the navigation system is more practical varies from person to person. Choosing between the 4G version and the WiFi version depends on the driver's usual car usage habits. In fact, the difference between these two navigation systems is not significant, as both can connect to the internet, but the methods of connection differ. The relevant introductions of the 4G version and the WiFi version of the navigation system are as follows: If it is the WiFi version of the navigation system, it does not support installing a SIM card. If it is the 4G version of the navigation system, a SIM card can be installed. The WiFi version of the navigation system requires the user to turn on the mobile hotspot on their phone and then connect the central control screen to the phone's hotspot via WiFi to access the internet. The 4G version of the navigation system can directly install a SIM card to access the internet without needing to use a phone's hotspot. The 4G version of the navigation system can also act as a hotspot, allowing phones to connect to it after turning on WiFi. The functions of car multimedia entertainment systems are becoming increasingly diverse, and the size of central control screens is also growing larger. Many car central control screens can now access the internet, making them quite similar to smartphones. Once connected to the internet, the central control screen can download songs, videos, apps, and more. In fact, many car central control screens are essentially Android-based tablet computers.
When considering practicality, I would prioritize the 4G version because of its built-in internet connectivity. For example, when encountering traffic jams on the way to work, it can update routes in real-time to save time, whereas the WiFi version relies on external hotspots which often disconnect, affecting efficiency. Especially in urgent moments, the WiFi version proves unreliable, and this difference significantly impacts the quality of life.
From a travel enthusiast's perspective, the WiFi version wins; I frequently rely on it to connect to hotspots for downloading maps during road trips without worrying about data limits. Although signals are weak in mountainous areas, pre-caching offline maps solves the issue. The monthly fee for 4G would only add unnecessary expenses to my journey—no need to waste money.
