Update.

While Christmas shopping yesterday, i was able to play with a Garmin Dakota, a touchscreen model. Quite unimpressed with the display. My (broken) DeLorme had a vastly higher quality screen resolution.

Having some history using other peoples GPSMAP units I think i am swaying that way again.

@Hikemor, I can completely understand your reticence in fully embracing the hardcore GPS mode of travel. I still prefer map/compass/UTM myself. The more I go along though, with my iPhone, my Galaxy Tab 7 Plus, yada, yada, yada, i am finding myself more and more comfortable with technology encroaching all areas of my life. I just found out my Gtab has an independent GPS system that doesn't require cell service or wifi, very cool. Doesn't mean I'd prefer to carry that adventuring.