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@Cin3 Dedicated sat nav/apps have one important function over google maps in that even if you have the map downloaded for offline use, google has trouble rerouting if you get lost or miss a junction and there’s no cell signal. It also struggles with walking directions with no cell signal. There’s a lot of places in the US where that applies.
Card types – The one notable retailer that I know of that makes a distinction is Costco. You won’t get anywhere with a Mastercard Credit but you will get some joy with a debit. And you can forget Amex there. https://customerservice.costco.com/app/answers/answer_view/a_id/719/~/what-payment-methods-are-accepted-at-costco%3F
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