@Butters - thanks I'll give the GE method ago. I was able to get the 2022 maps downloaded and the information about the account not being relevant might work although the device was not initially LTM as this was a subsequent purchase (buy cheap by twice).
My main issue is the external antenna capability as this seems to have been dropped.
In my car (Laguna Tourer) without a roof antenna, there is a very restricted view which results in frequent canyoning in built-up areas. I'm sure the newer devices are better but without line of sight no device will get a reliable lock.
The other advantage is much more flexibility in the location of the unit - if you look through MoT histories online the number of 'removed device from drivers line of sight' is high and one of these days it's possible it will become an automatic fail rather than advisory.
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