Does this unit come with the traffic cable in the box or does it need to be purchased separately?

Old question I know but felt it might be needed to clarify, this GPS can work with the app or the GPS cable. The difference in the two is accuracy and range, the app will get a larger more accurate view of traffic by looking at vehicles with a Garmin GPS inside than comparing these vehicles speed to the speed limit of the road. The cable works by radio a special band that is used to inform others of heavy traffic it can work pretty well but is reliant on the radio stations it can pick up (about 20-30 miles) and how accurate these reporting are (some rarely use this while others will but never remove the notice after it's been cleared). The app offers for features and gives you a larger look of traffic around you even hours away and in some chases re-route you early on so you can avoid heavy traffic if possible but this requires mobile data to use. The cable is less reliable and it's usefulness depends heavily on how well the town you are in/near reports this information and also poor range (a reported delay of 30 mins is no good (re-routing) if it takes you 10 mins of being in bumper to bumper traffic to come close enough in range to see the alert, this isn't frequent but can happen when going thru large cities (Kansas City, Saint Louis, Memphis, Atlanta) etc you get the point.

what is the release date?

Shows all model's release dates: http://www.poi-factory.com/node/42240

How large is the display?

This model has a 6.95" display.

can you see the display in bright sunlight or is the glare too bad?

I have never had a problem with glare when using this GPS system. However, it is only used inside my Highlander and never in the bright sunshine.

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Garmin DriveSmart 61 NA LMT-S with Lifetime Maps/Traffic, Live Parking, Bluetooth,WiFi, Smart Notifications, Voice Activation, Driver Alerts, TripAdvisor, Foursquare

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Audio Output Mode
Monophonic
Battery Life
1 Hours
Brand
Garmin
Connectivity Technology
Bluetooth
Included Components
Garmin USB cup
Map Type
City Tour

⚡6.95" HD Capacitive Touchscreen

📱Bluetooth & Smart Notifications

🗺️Lifetime North America Maps

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Description

🚗 Drive Smart, Stay Connected, Own the Road!

CRYSTAL CLEAR 6 95 HD DISPLAY - Experience vibrant 1024x600 resolution for effortless map reading and safer driving.
LIFETIME MAP TRAFFIC UPDATES - Enjoy free, automatic updates for North America maps and traffic—your GPS stays fresh, always.
STAY AHEAD WITH REAL TIME TRAFFIC - Navigate smarter with live traffic & parking updates via your smartphone app—never get stuck again.
BUILT IN WI FI FOR EFFORTLESS UPDATES - Skip the cables—update maps and software anytime, anywhere with integrated Wi-Fi.
HANDS FREE CONNECTIVITY VOICE CONTROL - Seamlessly manage calls, notifications, and navigation with Bluetooth and voice activation—keep your eyes on the road.

The Garmin DriveSmart 61 NA LMT-S is a premium GPS navigator featuring a bright 6.95-inch capacitive touchscreen with 1024x600 resolution, lifetime North America maps and traffic updates, Bluetooth hands-free calling, smart notifications, voice-activated navigation, and built-in Wi-Fi for seamless updates. Designed for the modern driver, it integrates real-time traffic, live parking info, and driver alerts to keep you informed and in control on every journey.

Specifications

ASIN	B01MT01SB1
Additional Features	Bluetooth
Are Batteries Included	Yes
Audio Output Mode	Monophonic
Battery Average Life	1 Hours
Best Sellers Rank	#246,138 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #251 in Handheld GPS Units #6,184 in Vehicle GPS Units & Equipment
Brand	Garmin
Built-In Media	Garmin DriveSmart, USB cable, quick start manual, vehicle power cable, vehicle suction cup mount
Compatible Devices	Smartphone
Compatible with Vehicle Type	Car
Connectivity Technology	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Control Method	Touch, Voice
Customer Reviews	4.4 out of 5 stars 3,566 Reviews
Display Type	1024 x 600
Global Trade Identification Number	00753759170028
Human-Interface Input	Touchscreen
Item Dimensions L x W x H	0.7"L x 6.8"W x 3.9"H
Item Weight	0.27 Kilograms
Manufacturer	Garmin
Map Types	City Tour, Street
Mfr Part Number	010-01681-02
Model Name	DriveSmart 61
Model Number	010-01681-02
Model Year	2017
Mounting Type	Dashboard Mount
Operating System	Windows
Resolution	1024 x 600
Screen Size	6.95 Inches
Special Feature	Bluetooth
Sport Type	Parking
Supported Satellite Navigation System	GPS
Touch Screen Type	Capacitive
UPC	753759170028
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Vehicle Service Type	Car

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