Deluo GPS mouse

Deluo GPS mouse


Deluo has just introduced the first mouse in the world that comes with an integrated GPS receiver, although I'm not too sure what the virtue of having that would bring. Perhaps it is meant to benefit your boss since he'll then be able to keep track of where you are exactly, and whether you've been spending way too much time catching up on gossip at the pantry instead of being at your desk finishing up the reports that are long overdue. The Deluo GPS mouse retails for $95 and comes with Microsoft Streets And Trips 2007 to get you started immediately.


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Harman Kardon GPS-310

Harman Kardon GPS-310


Harman Kardon has just released the GPS-310 that enables both navigation and digital audio to run simultaneously, ensuring important navigation information is not left out of the picture whenever you're grooving to your favorite tunes. In addition, the user gets to set volume priority between either function for greater usability. Drivers also can keep their focus on the road with Text-to-Speech technology, relaying further instructions in a crystal clear manner to avoid confusion. Other feature of the GPS-310 includes an easy-to-use, intuitive touchscreen interface, a "Points of Interest" search, a 4" widescreen WQVGA LCD display, 2GB of internal flash memory (holding maps of the US and Canada), and USB 2.0 connectivity. The Harman Kardon GPS-310 will retail for $349.99.

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Harman Kardon GPS-510

Harman Kardon GPS-510


The Harman Kardon GPS-510 shares all the same features as the GPS-310 (including Text-to-Speech technology, a touchscreen interface, a "Points of Interest" search, 2GB of internal flash memory, and a 4" widescreen WQVGA LCD display) while starring some new features of its own. Among these are real-time traffic information service that displays current traffic incidents and freeway speeds (subject to availability) courtesy of an integrated receiver and antenna, a built-in video player with support for WM-DRM10, and compatibility with SD/SDHC memory cards and MP3, AAC, WMA, WMV9 and MPEG4 file formats. The Harman Kardon GPS-510 comes tagged with a $449.99 recommended retail price, including a free 90-day trial subscription from the Clear Channel Total Traffic Network.

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Harman Kardon GPS-810

Harman Kardon GPS-810


If you've been hankering after a high end GPS navigation system all this while, the Harman Kardon GPS-810 would be a prime candidate for your consideration. It shares all features found on both the GPS-310 and GPS-510, in addition to an intuitive, wireless rotary controller for in-vehicle operation, providing a convenient and comfortable access while you're on the road. Not only that, the GPS-810 boasts Bluetooth connectivity that makes handling navigation and hands-free calls a cinch. An integrated wireless FM transmitter enables the user to play music or sound via any car audio system, while the picture viewer allows you to peruse through your thumbnail previews or keep the backseat passengers occupied with a slide show. The high-end Harman Kardon GPS-810 will empty your bank accounts by $599.99 with each purchase.

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Samsung SGH-i780 hits London with GPS and WiFi

No, it’s not the BlackJack II - that would be the Samsung SGH-i617. This here piece of kit is the Samsung SGH-i780 GPS and WiFi-equipped Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional smartphone.


The Samsung i780 launched yesterday in London and hasn’t looked back since. With HSDPA (3.6Mbps), WiFi b/g, and A-GPS, the Samsung i780 is sure to keep you connected and informed anywhere you go (as long as there’s at least a GSM network handy). It’s slim, black, and has a full QWERTY keyboard to supplement its 2.55-inch touchscreen. Just how slim? How’s 13.3mm?


Samsung SGH-i780 GPS WIFI phone


It’s just too bad that this impressive WinMo6 smartphone is a tri-band (900/1800/1900Mhz) GSM jobby, otherwise we’d be all over this thing like white on rice. Pricing and availability haven’t yet been announced, but we’re expecting more details by year’s end.


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GPS Sports tracks athletes vitals

GPS Sports tracks athletes vitals Athletes do drop dead on the pitch or during training, but I suppose those unfortunate events could have been avoided if the GPS Sports system was implemented before. This device enables coaches to track not only their players' positions and how fast they move, but also their vital statistics as well. Sounds more and more like a top-down view in a video game as those on the sidelines can pinpoint patterns in movement. In addition, the GPS Sports device can also measure the force of a hit a player receives and report it to the relevant authorities. I guess this would work great with the Xenith X1 helmet. The GPS Sports device can be attached to a vest or a series of straps as depicted here.


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GPS Sports vitals tracking system weeds out the slackers


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Australian GPS Sports offers teams the ability to wire their players up and get the lowdown on their performance. The SPI Elite, pictured above, can be worn either affixed to a vest or strapped to an athlete's back. Coupling a GPS with an accelerometer, it monitors everything from heart rate, running speed, current position and even how hard the player is hit on impact. It's also weatherproof, which is good for coaches but bad for athletes.



This kind of technology would give coaches a valuable insight into the inner workings of their team and help them train players more effectively. It also might help guard against serious injuries, as players who were getting run down could be pulled out. The technology is currently being used by Australian sports teams, and some players allow their vitals to be shown during broadcasts for the audience at home.



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GPS & Mobile Device Center on Treo 750

GPS & Mobile Device Center on Treo 750 Palm has just released news that they will be updating the Treo 750 to work with the upcoming Microsoft System Mobile Device Center 2008 software. This enables remote device management for IT professionals running on Microsoft's System Center, providing more control over the various mobile devices that access their system. In addition, Palm will be working closely with Garmin to provide the Palm GPS Navigator software for various devices running on the Palm OS. This software will ship later this year on a microSD card with SD and miniSD adapters, retailing for $249. Sounds great as you can now pick up an affordable GPS solution that gives you voice guided turn-by-turn directions, points of interest and traffic updates no matter where you are.


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Speck portable GPS skin

Speck portable GPS skin We've seen skins for iPods, cellphones and even notebooks. How come nobody thought of a GPS skin till now? Speck caters to this market with specially designed skins for the Garmin nuvi 300 and 200, turning your plain old GPS navigation system into one that is more attractive while offering a degree of protection against dust, unwarranted knocks and scratches simultaneously. Each $29.95 purchase will come with a screen protector film as well as a cleaning cloth to get rid of pesky fingerprints.


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XRoad V4050 GPS navigation system

XRoad V4050 GPS navigation system


Capoint has unveiled its XRoad V4050 GPS navigation system that received its FCC approval recently, and if it looks rather familiar to you that's because it is similar to the Takara GP43 GPS system that hit Europe two months bacl. The XRoad V4050 boasts a 4.3" touchscreen display, an SD memory card reader to store all your map information as well as video and audio files, a SiRFStar III GPS receiver, and video and audio playback capability including MP3, MPEG4 and JPG file format support. No word on how much the XRoad V4050 will cost in terms of dollars, but our European friends had to fork out approximately €500 for their Takara GP43.


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Lots of Mio DigiWalker A702 GPS PDA Phone pics

3.2 megapixel camera with photo geotagging, business card scanner, GPS navigation and PDA for the business traveler on the move

A leading maker of GPS devices, Mio Technology, announces today its much anticipated successor to the Mio DigiWalker A701, the sleek Mio DigiWalker A702 GPS PDA phone. The multipurpose A702 features the latest Windows� Mobile 6 Professional operating system. Offering all-in-one capabilities in one compact and slim device, including those of a 3.2 megapixel camera, GPS navigation system, Quad-band phone, and PDA, the A702 is the perfect companion for business users.


3.2 megapixel Camera

Business travelers no longer need to worry about the quality of photos taken with a GPS PDA phone! With a built-in 3.2 megapixel camera with autofocus and LED flash, the A702 is ready to capture crisp photos and videos on the go. The A702 is also equipped with geotagging, providing a new approach to taking and sharing photos. Also equipped with a business card scanner function, A702 does away with cumbersome inputting of long business address and contact details. Users can just scan a business card with the built-in camera and the A702 will do the rest. (note)

GPS Navigation

In addition to the latest 20-channel SiRFstarIII GPS receiver, the A702 is also equipped with quick positioning technology, which improves GPS start up times with ephemeris data downloaded via Wi-Fi or GPRS. Whether traveling on a train, automobile or on foot, users can know where they are at all times and plan the quickest routes to their intended destination. Turn-by-turn directions, visualized instructions and detailed maps, allow users to navigate a new city with ease and locate restaurants and other establishments via the Points of Interest (POI) search feature.

Windows� Mobile 6 Professional

Windows� Mobile 6 Professional operating system offers new usability, manageability and security improvements not found on previous versions. It also offers a new more authentic PC-like Microsoft Office experience on mobile communication devices with the new mobile versions of Outlook�, Office Word�, Office Excel� and Office PowerPoint�. It also features Windows Live for Windows Mobile, providing access to Windows LiveT services.

Connectivity

The A702 helps users stay connected on the move with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth� connectivity. Whether synchronizing with other Bluetooth devices, such as a hands-free headset, or staying connected with business contacts and colleagues via Wi-Fi, the A702 will help users stay productive and informed.

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Nokia N810 Tablet Wayfinder GPS Demonstration

This is an in-car demonstration of the Nokia N810 Internet Tablet using Wayfinder GPS.


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BladeRunner GPS jacket: LoJack for your kid


GPS_jacket.jpgFew things can be as terrifying for a parent as losing track of your child. Fortunately, technology has a solution that will let you know your kid's location by computer, cell phone, or BlackBerry. We've wondered about privacy implications of tracking people with GPS-enabled garments before, but because it's aimed at young kids, the BladeRunner should raise fewer "big brother" concerns.



I see other problems, however. For starters, unless you happen to live in Barrow, Alaska, the chances your kid will be wearing this big parka on any given day are pretty slim. Then there's the $500+ price tag, and the $20 monthly service fee. Plus the fact that most kids lose things like jackets on a regular basis, and you'll understand why the GPS shoesmake more sense to me. Then again, the tracking feature does make for a nifty lost-jacket locator.



The GPS Tracker jacket is available now in the U.K. from BladeRunner, with no word yet on U.S. availability.



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Satski GPS system

Satski GPS system


The Satski GPS system targets skiing enthusiasts that can be used to guide, track, and record your movements on the slopes. Once you're done on your adventure, you can always upload your routes to Google Earth and share them with others. Not only that, you'll benefit from the fact that you're able to find the best slopes that correspond to your skill level as well as help you gain some improvement by recording your average and maximum speeds in addition to the total distance traveled and altitude information. Additional features include an MP3 player, casual games, and points of interest. The Satski currently retails in the UK for £1,500.


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adNav Boomerage is an almost-free GPS unit, with a catch


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We've seen quite the variety of GPS devices around these parts, and the all have one common element — a triple-digit price tag. And why dump a few hundred into a GPS unit when traditional maps are practically free? GPS manufacturer adNav agrees is has brought an interesting idea to the table — ad-subsidized gadgets, more specifically GPS units.



The idea is to more or less "rent" an adNav Boomerang for little to nothing from car rental agencies, hotels, etc. The catch is the advertising that comes bundled into the software. This generation has grown accustom to bypassing ads with the help of DVR's, adblockers and more, but a GPS unit suggesting a local restaurant based on a sponsorship rather than a real recommendation might raise a red flag. Regardless of the type of sponsorship, you are getting an extremely helpful gadget for cheap, or even free, which may outweigh the type of advertising one would have to endure while using.



This kind of a device does bring up more questions — is ad-subsidized gadgets the next big thing for consumer electronics? Would you be willing to save a chunk of change on your MP3 players and other goodies if they had a small banner ad or two? Leave a comment and let us know.



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Palm?s New GPS Navigator Pairs Palm Smartphones with Garmin Software Providing Users with Award-Winning Navigation in the Car and on Foot

Garmin's Mobile XT Software Allows for Plug 'N Play Maps on Palm Smartphones

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct 23, 2007 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- For Palm(R) Treo(TM) and Centro(TM) smartphone users and GPS enthusiasts in the United States and Canada, Palm, Inc. (Nasdaq:PALM) and Garmin(R) International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (Nasdaq:GRMN), today announced a Palm GPS Navigator featuring Garmin Mobile(TM) XT software for the first time. Drivers using the new GPS Navigator with their Palm smartphones can rely on turn-by-turn, voice-prompted directions to easily find their destinations as well as millions of points of interest, updated traffic, fuel prices, hotel prices and weather forecasts.(1) Expected late November, the Palm GPS Navigator featuring Garmin software will be $249 USD.

The Palm GPS Navigator with Garmin Mobile XT Software is expected to attract new users to the mobile-phone GPS market. According to a report by Canalys, the mobile navigation space has maintained a frenetic pace during the last 12 months, with some vendors seeing year-on-year doubling of shipments or better.

Garmin Mobile XT is preloaded on a microSD card (with miniSD and standard SD card adapters) that includes Garmin navigation software for the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Customers can easily route to a specific street address or choose from more than 6 million points of interest - such as restaurants, hotels, ATMs, and gas stations. In addition to turn-by-turn, voice-prompted directions, users also will see their exact position on a detailed moving map. If a turn is missed along the way, a new route will be recalculated automatically. Garmin's map data is provided by NAVTEQ - a world leader in quality mapping.

"With Garmin's high-powered software, Palm smartphone users will have GPS capabilities while on the go," said Ed Tse, accessory solutions product manager at Palm, Inc. "Palm's legendary touch screen and full QWERTY keyboard allow for quick input and inquiry."

"Garmin is pleased to provide a navigation solution so Palm users can transform their favorite Palm Treo or Centro smartphone into a full-featured Garmin GPS navigator," said Charles Morse, director of mobile and PND marketing at Garmin. "Garmin Mobile XT is easy to use, has no monthly charges, and will help ensure that Palm users never get lost again."

In addition to navigation, Garmin Mobile XT includes free access to Garmin Online(TM) so that customers have useful, updated information at their fingertips, such as traffic, fuel prices, hotel prices and weather forecasts.(2) The traffic service from www.traffic.com identifies accidents, road construction or other incidents affecting traffic, and routes users around the congestion. The fuel-price feature displays a filling station's name, fuel price, type of fuel and distance to the station (U.S. only).

Pricing and Availability

The Palm GPS Navigator featuring Garmin Mobile XT software will be available in late November for $249 USD in the United States at Palm stores (www.palm.com/retail) and online at http://store.palm.com. It also will be available in Canada online at http://canadastore.palm.com.

About Palm, Inc.

Palm, Inc., a leader in mobile computing, strives to put the power of computing in people's hands so they can access and share their most important information from anywhere. The company's products for consumers, mobile professionals and businesses include Palm(R) Treo(TM) smartphones and Palm handheld computers, as well as software, services and accessories.

Palm products are sold through select Internet, retail, reseller and wireless operator channels throughout the world, and at Palm Retail Stores and Palm online stores (http://www.palm.com/store).

More information about Palm, Inc. is available at http://www.palm.com.


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GPS tracker jackets launched

GPS tracker jackets launched For parents who are paranoid about losing their kids in a crowded environment, perhaps this GPS tracker jacket from BladeRunner will soothe unnecessary fears.

The small rechargeable device - it has a 15-hour battery - fits neatly into a pouch inside the jacket. You switch it on when you leave the house and what you get is nothing less than the ability to know where someone is - within four square metres - anywhere in the world. You can watch them move, check where they've been and get updates every 10 seconds.


Even better is the fact that you do not need to be sitting in front of your computer 24/7, since you can always choose the option to have email alerts arriving in your BlackBerry or cellphone inbox. The Children's GPS tracker jacket will retail for £250.


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E-Ten Glofish X600 revealed - GPS equipped Windows Mobile 6.0 smartphone

E-Ten Glofish X600 revealed - GPS equipped Windows Mobile 6.0 smartphoneWho wants a super-thin GPS-equipped smartphone running Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional? We thought so. Well, for those of you squirming in your seats for the successor to the E-Ten Glofish X500 and X500+ (VGA display!), E-Ten’s got your back. Word on the street has it that E-Ten will be busting out the E-Ten Glofish X600 GPS-smartphone.


Now, E-Ten hasn’t yet announced this Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional device, but we’ve got some confirmed specs for you to pine over. How does a 400Mhz CPU, 2 megapixel camera, quad-band (850/900/1800/1900Mhz) GSM with EDGE (no 3G), Bluetooth 2.0 + EDR, WiFi, and a SiRF Star III GPS chipset sound? Unfortunately, the E-Ten glofish X600 won’t be sporting any 3G connectivity, nor a VGA screen (E-Ten might be saving the VGA goodness for the E-Ten Glofish X600+) - going with EDGE and 2.8 inch QVGA display.


Still, the E-Ten Glofish X600 shaves even more girth off it’s predecessor - measuring a slight 107 x 58 x 14.7 mm and tipping the scales at 136 g. If you’ve got a thing for uber-thin Windows Mobile 6.0 Professional-powered GPS phones, E-Ten wants your business. We’ll keep you posted on further developments.


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New GPS-Enabled BlackBerry Curve Helps Customers Navigate With Style

First U.S. Introduction of BlackBerry Curve 8310 Brings Built-In GPS and New Colors to Popular Handset

San Antonio - AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) and Research In Motion (RIM) (Nasdaq: RIMM; TSX: RIM) have announced the availability of the BlackBerry� Curve? 8310, which adds the power of built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) to the popular BlackBerry Curve, which was first introduced in the U.S. through AT&T. In addition to GPS, the new BlackBerry Curve 8310 advances the original design with two new eye-catching colors for AT&T customers.

With the BlackBerry Curve 8310 handset?s built-in GPS capabilities, customers can take advantage of location-based applications and services such as TeleNav� GPS Navigator?, which provides GPS-enabled turn-by-turn voice and on-screen directions that feature colorful 3-D moving maps and traffic alerts with rerouting. Customers will find TeleNav GPS Navigator useful in vehicles as well as while walking.

Building on its incredible visual appeal, the BlackBerry Curve 8310 from AT&T is available in two new eye-catching colors ? titanium and red. The red model is available in the U.S. exclusively from AT&T.

?The introduction of exciting new handsets, such as the BlackBerry Curve 8310 with GPS, helps enhance AT&T?s position as the world?s leading provider of BlackBerry services with one of the most compelling BlackBerry handset portfolios in the industry,? said Michael Woodward, vice president, Business Voice/Data and Wireless Products, AT&T. ?Earlier this year, AT&T was the first carrier in North America to introduce the BlackBerry 8800 with built-in GPS, followed by the BlackBerry 8820 with Wi-Fi and GPS. Both handsets have an enterprise focus. Now, through the BlackBerry Curve 8310, AT&T is bringing GPS capabilities to a much broader audience of not only business users but also mobile professionals and consumers.?

"GPS navigation and location-based services add a powerful new dimension to the mobile user experience," said Mark Guibert, vice president, Corporate Marketing at Research In Motion. "The addition of GPS functionality, together with industry-leading communications applications, advanced multimedia capabilities and AT&T's value-added navigation and media services, makes the BlackBerry Curve 8310 an exceptional phone for both business and personal use."

The BlackBerry Curve 8310 from AT&T ? featuring a large, ultrabright 320-by-240 pixel display that supports more than 65,000 colors ? measures just 4.2 wide by 2.4 inches long by 0.6 thick and weighs approximately 3.9 oz. It combines the renowned BlackBerry e-mail and messaging capabilities ? including a built-in spell-checker with user-customizable dictionary ? with premium phone features, a comprehensive organizer, fast Internet browser and other applications. It also features impressive multimedia capabilities, including a 2-megapixel camera with 5x digital zoom, an advanced media player, new desktop media manager software, a 3.5 mm stereo headset jack, a microSD memory slot for additional storage and Bluetooth� 2.0 with support for the Bluetooth stereo audio profile (A2DP/AVRCP). The BlackBerry Curve 8310 also supports AT&T Mobile Music? subscription services and AT&T Push to Talk for walkie-talkie-like communications.

The BlackBerry Curve 8310 from AT&T is enabled for the broadest domestic and international coverage area for wireless data services of any U.S. carrier. The BlackBerry Curve 8310 is powered by AT&T?s nationwide* EDGE network ? the largest high speed national wireless data network in the U.S. ? with availability in more than 13,000 cities and towns and along some 40,000 miles of major highways. The BlackBerry Curve 8310 can keep users who are abroad connected with wireless e-mail, Internet access and other mobile applications through data services in more countries ? more than 135 ? than any other U.S. carrier. Customers can also use the BlackBerry Curve 8310 to make or receive wireless phone calls in more than 190 countries.

The new BlackBerry Curve 8310 from AT&T is available now for as low as $199.99 with a two-year contract and mail-in rebate in all 1,800 AT&T retail stores nationwide, online at http://www.wireless.att.com and through select national retailers and AT&T business-to-business sales organizations.

Customers who want personal e-mail access and Web browsing with BlackBerry� Internet Service can choose the BlackBerry Personal Unlimited plan for as low as $29.99 a month with a qualified voice contract. Unlimited corporate e-mail and data access via BlackBerry� Enterprise Server is available for as low as $44.99 a month when a qualified voice plan is also chosen. Customers who travel overseas can select the BlackBerry International Unlimited data plan for as low as $64.99 a month with a qualified voice plan.

TeleNav GPS Navigator monthly service is available for $5.99 for 10 trips or $9.99 for unlimited trips. As features within AT&T Music, XM Satellite Radio and MusicID require monthly subscription fees of $8.99 and $3.99, respectively. Unlimited AT&T Push to Talk service is available for an additional monthly charge of $9.99 for each device and $19.99 for Push to Talk Family. AT&T Push to Talk also features a pay-per-use option of 15 cents a minute.

For more information about the BlackBerry Curve 8310, visit http://www.att.com/blackberrycurve or http://www.blackberrycurve.com.

For the complete array of AT&T offerings, visit http://www.att.com.

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About AT&T
AT&T Inc. (NYSE:T) is a premier communications holding company. Its subsidiaries and affiliates, AT&T operating companies, are the providers of AT&T services in the United States and around the world. Among their offerings are the world's most advanced IP-based business communications services and the nation's leading wireless, high speed Internet access and voice services. In domestic markets, AT&T is known for the directory publishing and advertising sales leadership of its Yellow Pages and YELLOWPAGES.COM organizations, and the AT&T brand is licensed to innovators in such fields as communications equipment. As part of its three-screen integration strategy, AT&T is expanding its TV entertainment offerings. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and the products and services provided by AT&T subsidiaries and affiliates is available at http://www.att.com.

About Research In Motion (RIM)
Research In Motion is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of innovative wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market. Through the development of integrated hardware, software and services that support multiple wireless network standards, RIM provides platforms and solutions for seamless access to time-sensitive information including email, phone, SMS messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM technology also enables a broad array of third party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. RIM?s portfolio of award-winning products, services and embedded technologies are used by thousands of organizations around the world and include the BlackBerry� wireless platform, the RIM Wireless Handheld? product line, software development tools, radio-modems and software/hardware licensing agreements. Founded in 1984 and based in Waterloo, Ontario, RIM operates offices in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. RIM is listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market (NASDAQ: RIMM) and the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: RIM). For more information, visit www.rim.com or www.blackberry.com.

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Brief: Nokia E90 finally gets AGPS and a bunch of other features with new firmware

Full change log over here on Symbian Freak. You can bet your buns that Steve Litchfield is going to thoroughly review this new firmware revision, he is the definition of an E90 addict.


For those who don’t know what AGPS is: GPS chips by themselves take several minutes to find your location, yet a data connection can assist in reducing this deplorable waste of time. Crucial for people like me who have absolutely no sense of direction and has lived in 3 separate apartments in 2 cities in my ~ 4 months living in Finland.


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AT&T launches the GPS-enabled BlackBerry 8130 Curve

BlackBerry 8130 Curve with GPS launched on AT&T networks in Red and Titanium


Well, it’s a week late by our rumor-watch, but AT&T has launched their GPS-equipped BlackBerry 8130 Curve to pull enterprise- and consumer-duty on the national carrier’s EDGE network.� Unlike AT&T’s previously released GPS-equipped BlackBerry 8800 and BlackBerry 8820 with both WiFi and GPS, the BlackBerry 8130 Curve brings GPS functionality to the masses in a lower-cost phone. Complementing the GPS receiver that it has in tow, the BlackBerry 8130 Curve packs in a 2 megapixel camera, media player, microSD card slot, and Bluetooth 2.0 (A2DP). And, paired with the TeleNav navigation service from AT&T, the BlackBerry 8130 Curve gives you turn-by-turn directions to your destination.


Now, we said that AT&T is bringing this BlackBerry Curve to the masses as a lower-cost phone, not a low-cost phone. So, it’s still going to cost you a pretty penny - $199.99 (after 2 year contract and rebates) to be exact. But, if the prospect of getting your GPS fix (excuse the pun) for a relatively cheap price tickles your fancy, head on over to AT&T and pick from your choice of Red or Titanium Silver.


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Samsung Announces GPS Navigator Smartphone Based on Symbian OS

Samsung i550 on display at the Symbian Smartphone Show
The Symbian Smartphone Show, London, UK ?October 16, 2007?Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd and Symbian Limitedtoday announced the Samsung i550, Samsung?s first GPS navigator equipped smartphone at the Smartphone Show in London, UK. Packed with multimedia capabilities and fast Internet speed, the Samsung i550 is the latest addition to the Symbian smartphone family from Samsung Electronics.

With a candy bar-type design, the new Samsung i550 is based on Symbian OS? v9.2 and is on display at the Samsung stand at the Symbian Smartphone Show. Also based on S60 3rd Edition, Feature Pack 1, Samsung i550 users can choose from thousands of applications from the S60 applications library and have access to their favorites by using dedicated hot keys. With the GPS navigator function, voice activated turn-by-turn guidance makes it easy for car drivers to find directions while pedestrian mode offers specific locations and directions at walking speeds.

Web browsing and access to Web 2.0 services are made easy on the Samsung i550 as it?s based on HSDPA 3.6 Mbps and has full browsing with a high capacity memory of 128 MB RAM. Viewing and surfing web content becomes more convenient through trackball navigation and a 2.6? optimized LCD. The SGH-i550 includes a 3.2 megapixel camera with video editing functionality. It features 150MB of internal user memory and an FM radio.

The Samsung -i550 will be available in Europe from November 2007.


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GPS Leader Garmin May Be Headed In Cell Phone Direction

In a list of the great tech rivalries, it might be time to add Nokia (NYSE:NOK) vs. Garmin.

No. 1 cell phone maker Nokia NOK raised eyebrows this month when it announced a big acquisition that encroaches on Garmin's navigation device business. But Garmin GRMN, the leader in navigation, or GPS, devices, might respond in kind. It's said to be mulling a move into the cell phone business.

"Garmin knows it could build one hell of a fantastic wireless handset," said Jeff Evanson, an analyst with Dougherty & Co.

Based on talks he has had with Garmin employees, Evanson says he believes the company will come out with a GPS-enabled mobile phone next year.

Several other analysts also see that possibility, though it's uncertain just how deeply Garmin might dive into the cutthroat mobile phone business.

"There's a case to be made (at Garmin) for an evolution toward a smart phone," said Richard Valera, an analyst with Needham & Co.

Garmin already is adding more wireless capabilities to its auto and portable navigation devices so they can receive real-time traffic, gas price, weather and other data.

But Valera says Garmin isn't likely to make a frontal assault on the mainstream cell phone market. Instead, he sees it going after a niche market for people who want a handset with a heavy navigation focus.

This wouldn't be a first for Garmin. It introduced NavTalk, the world's first GPS-equipped cell phone, in 1999. The product was sold mostly in Europe, but was discontinued a few years later.

Garmin spokeswoman Jessica Myers says the company hasn't announced any plans to make a new cell phone.

"We announce 70 products a year so there are a lot of concepts and ideas that we look at, however that's not in the immediate plans," she said. "I can't say we're never ever going to do it. I mean, we've already done it."

A Confident Company

Garmin already is active in the mobile phone space, making GPS applications for other companies' cell phones, she points out.

But the cell phone industry and Garmin have changed a lot since 1999's NavTalk, Evanson says.

"Garmin now believes there's no one in the world that they can't go head-to-head with in developing consumer electronics," Evanson said. "That confidence in their engineering and design capability is an important mental shift at the company that's happened in the last couple of years. Now, all consumer electronics categories are in play."

Yair Reiner, an analyst with CIBC World Markets, also believes Garmin might well come out with a cell phone. "But the handset business isn't an easy one to get into," he said. "Even Apple is finding that out."

Speculation on Garmin's re-entry into the mobile phone business comes at an uneasy time for the Olathe, Kan.-based company.

Nokia announced Oct. 1 a deal to buy digital mapmaker Navteq (NYSE:NVT) NVT. Garmin gets almost all of its digital maps from Navteq. Meanwhile, rival GPS device maker TomTom is buying the other major digital mapmaker, Tele Atlas. Navteq and Tele Atlas have a duopoly in the digital map business.

While Nokia and TomTom insist they'll run the digital map firms as independent units, the deals would put Garmin in the position of having to get maps from its rivals.

Garmin has worked closely with Navteq. It's shared sensitive information such as product road maps and production volumes with its map supplier, Reiner says.

Garmin could see its profits squeezed as prices for digital maps stabilize or perhaps rise, American Technology Research analyst Rob Sanderson said in a research note. Map prices have declined at double-digit rates for the past few years, but if these two acquisitions go through, map prices are likely to hold steady or rise, he says.

Garmin gets about 70% of its sales from auto and portable navigation devices. The portable devices attach to windshields or dashboards and display digital maps and points of interest. They give directions to drivers using data from GPS, or global positioning system, satellites.

Market penetration is still low for such devices in the U.S. But with aggressive price cuts, more consumers are expected to pick up the handy tools.

A typical portable navigation device, or PND, could sell for 50% less this holiday season than a year ago, Evanson says, putting many products in the $200-$300 range.

Targets Many Markets

Garmin should have a good holiday season so long as sales volume makes up for lower prices, says Jonathan Braatz, an analyst with Kansas City Capital Associates.

Garmin differs from rivals, including TomTom and Cobra Electronics (NASDAQ:COBR) COBR, in that it has a diversified business centered on navigation products. Besides its devices for cars, Garmin makes navigation products for the aviation, marine, outdoor and fitness markets. Those products range from high-end airplane avionics gear to armband gadgets for long-distance runners.

This year, Garmin expects overall sales to exceed $2.8 billion, up 58% over last year. It sees earnings per share of more than $3.15, a 34% jump.

Garmin focuses on delivering high-quality wares that are easy to use and offer a lot of utility for consumers, says Garmin Chief Financial Officer Kevin Rauckman.

The company, he says, expects to spend more than $150 million this year on R&D. Garmin has almost 300 patents issued and another 200 pending applications.

For the last few years, Garmin also has worked to raise its brand profile through advertising. It expects to spend about $175 million on ads this year, Rauckman says.

Garmin has made six acquisitions in the last two years and has three pending. It has bought exclusive distributors in France and Germany and has deals pending to buy distributors in Spain, Italy and Denmark.

Garmin is the No. 1 GPS products maker in the U.S., but trails Amsterdam-based TomTom in Europe. Garmin hopes buying its major European distributors will help it to better compete against TomTom.

Besides buying distributors, Garmin has purchased several small tech companies. They include Nautamatic Marine Systems, a maker of boat autopilot systems, and Digital Cyclone, a provider of real-time weather data to mobile devices. It also bought Dynastream, a maker of personal monitoring technology, such as heart-rate monitors for sports and fitness products.

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Google Maps Mobile now native on S60, N95 GPS support included


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Ricky shot me an IM and said that Google Maps now works natively on S60 and even supports the built in GPS on the N95, shenanigans I thought, then I went to the website on my phone and low and behold here it finally is! It isn’t as powerful feature wise as Nokia Maps, but I can get a fix ridiculously fast. Watch his blog for a full on review, I’m sticking to Nokia maps since I already have all my landmarks setup. The S60 Google Maps client lacks the “favorites” feature I so desperatly loved in the Java version, then again GPS is nothing to sneeze at.


Try it out for yourself, whip out your N95 and go to http://www.google.com/gmm



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Mobile Google Maps now native S60 and supports N95 GPS

Take the power of Google Maps with you on your mobile phone.

Enhance your Google Maps experience with GPS
GPS, or Global Positioning System, is a feature on many mobile devices and peripherals. Google Maps for mobile combined with GPS provides a faster, easier way to access local information when you're on the go. The BlackBerry� 8800 smartphone from Cingular? is one of several new open GPS experiences with Google Maps (check out some of the others by clicking the arrows on the right). Here's why we're so worked up about GPS:

You Are Here

Where's the nearest... cup of coffee, late night pizza or last-minute bouquet?

Is there traffic up ahead? See it so you can avoid it.

How do I get there from where I am? Type your destination and away you go.

Maps is available on hundreds of mobile devices - with or without GPS.


Real-time traffic ? See where the congestion is, and estimate delays in over 30 major US metropolitan areas.

Detailed directions ? Whether you plan to walk or drive, your route is displayed on the map itself, together with step-by-step directions.

Integrated search results ? Local business locations and contact information appear all in one place, integrated on your map.

Easily movable maps ? Interactive maps let you zoom in or out, and move in all directions so you can orient yourself visually.

Satellite imagery ? Get a bird's eye view of your desired location. (It's like you're there, we swear.)

Maps is available on hundreds of mobile devices. For more ways to access Google local listings from your mobile device, try text messaging Google or browsing to our mobile web page.

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Robot neurosurgeon gets GPS accuracy

Robot neurosurgeon gets GPS accuracy


Just when you thought that GPS was meant to get you from point A to point B in the shortest time possible, along comes the MiniAture Robot for Surgical Applications (MARS) that has already received FDA approval for orthopedic and spinal surgery. It is now equipped with GPS accuracy for keyhole neurosurgery by Israeli scientists, allowing it to keyhole drilling and insertion of a needle or probe based on predefined entry point and target locations in a preoperative CT/MRI image. It would be nice to know that this will be more accurate than your ordinary GPS device though, as it is brains that are being operated on here. Man, I'll never look at another GPS-enabled device the same way ever again.




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Lowrance XOG GPS navigation system

Lowrance XOG GPS navigation systemLowrance has a new GPS navigation system in town known as the XOG. While it doesn't boast any exemplary features, the XOG device is extremely versatile as it can be used in different modes of transportation from cars to boats or even while you're hiking in the great outdoors. Features include a 3.5" 16-bit color touchscreen display at 320 x 240 resolution, a 12-channel GPS antenna, an SD memory card slot, and an integrated speaker, all crammed into a tough and waterproof (IPX4 specifications) body. Street navigation maps are provided by Navteq, but you can also include plug-n-play maps from Lowrance such as FreedomMaps, Fishing Hot Spots PRO, and LakeMaster ProMaps among others. There is no word on pricing as at press time.

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Deluo MouseGPS is odd, useful


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Once in a blue moon a gadget strolls in that causes eyebrows to raise at first, but after further investigation, could be really useful. Enter the Deluo MouseGPS. It looks like a fairly basic travel-sized mouse with retractable cable at first, but inside of this bugger is a gem that can make any business traveler squirm with glee — a GPS receiver.



The MouseGPS operates with the assistance of Microsoft Streets & Trips. It has a switch on the bottom to designate between mouse mode and GPS mode, which begs the question — what do you do when you need both? Didn't think of that did you, Deluo? The MouseGPS will set you back $100.



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GPS equipped mouse

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When something gets integrated in a mouse, it’s safe to say that it is a commodity – we’re talking about GPS chips here. Deluo GPS has a plain looking mouse that also doubles as a GPS. They are both USB powered and oddly beat most USB GPS solutions out there – at least in practicality. I’d rather have a GPS mouse than a mouse AND a GPS. A must... for whoever uses their laptop as a GPS navigation system (I don’t know anyone who actually does that).




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Nokia sees GPS phone lineup expanding

HELSINKI (Reuters) - The world's top cellphone maker Nokia (NOK1V.HE: Quote, Profile, Research) plans to offer many more mobile phones with integrated global positioning system (GPS) next year, it said on Monday.

"By the end of next year we will have tens of navigation-enabled devices on the market," Anssi Vanjoki, head of Nokia's multimedia unit, told a conference call.

It offers three phone models with integrated GPS at the moment.

Earlier, Nokia said it would offer $8.1 billion for U.S. based digital map supplier Navteq (NVT.N: Quote, Profile, Research) in one of its largest takeovers ever, but its shares fell as investors saw the deal expensive.

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Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-701 - Uniquely practical

The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-701 is for you if you want to stand out from the crowd with the distinctive design, featuring stainless steel ear loop, and easy-to-use call handling features which are a winning blend of elegance and convenience.

With a Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-701 you can:
- experience all the benefits of hands-free wireless communication, without compromising your unique sense of style
- answer and end calls, control the volume, power on and off, and ? depending on your phone ? voice dial and redial
- check the status of the headset and calls with the blue, green, and red LED indicators
- keep the headset handy when not in use with the stylish headset strap or carrying pouch
- talk up to 6 hours, with up to 160 hours' standby time






Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-201 ? Styled for life

The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-201 is for you if you expect the best design and flawless functionality for a reasonable price.

With a Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-201 you can:
- benefit from voice activation, audio transfer and complete call control via a soft key with a compatible mobile device
- use in either ear and change ear buds for a comfortable fit
- wear on convenient neck strap when not in use




Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-303 ? Personally speaking

The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-303 is for you if you want to combine Bluetooth practicality and safety with Nokia style in one easy-to-use, reliable device.

With a Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-303 you can:
- make calls safely and conveniently
- enjoy up to 6.5 hours of talk time with up to 150 hours standby
- personalize the look of your headset with four interchangeable covers
- carry the headset on the move with innovative strap, which can be used as an earhook as well





Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-208 ? Sounds good, looks great

The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-208 is for you if you want it all and expect the best from a headset that won?t let you down when you need it.

With a Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-208 you can:
- experience high-quality sound with outstanding talk time
- enjoy fingertip call control with easy-to-use design
- talk in lightweight comfort and style whenever and wherever you need to




Nokia 330 Auto Navigation - The in-car personal navigation system

The Nokia 330 Auto Navigation kit is for you if you need to get somewhere in time and be sure your route is the simplest and quickest.

With a Nokia 330 Auto Navigation kit you can:
- find the most direct route to your destination at the touch of a button
- attach the easy-view, color-touch screen to your windscreen, key in your destination and let the visual and spoken directions guide you turn by turn
- sit back and let the pre-installed Navteq map data and Route 66 Navigate 7 navigation system do the work
- travel from country to country with ease using the Europe-wide map information
- enjoy the built-in music player, photo viewer and video player











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Tens of Nokia phones to have GPS in 2008


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“By the end of next year we will have tens of navigation-enabled devices on the market.” Straight from Anssi Vanjoki, Head of Nokia Multimedia.


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Cellular Phone GPS - Two Functions, One Device, You Will Never Get Lost Again

Numerous individual users of cell phones own their phone since they travel frequently or devote much of their time on the road. Additionally, they may carry with them an independent global positioning system or GPS to assist in determining their way when they travel and the recently introduced cellular phone GPS can help with both functions with a single component to carry when you are traveling on the road.

Whenever you are traveling it is no fun to be directionless and although your cell phone might be excellent for requesting guidance, it cannot consistently ensure the individual you telephoned will have in mind the most effective road to take to your destination.

A cellular phone GPS has the ability to provide you the shortest time-saving solution of acquiring turn-by-turn instructions and depending on the kind of phone and degree of service you have, can additionally provide a map to examine so you need not worry in regards to ever being lost again.

The majority of individuals who travel a great deal will invariably have their phone with them, only at times they might forget to put their GPS unit in their pocket, particularly if in a foreign town and merely trying to locate something to eat. Having the cellular phone GPS unit on you can assist in solving the trouble of becoming disoriented while traveling back to your motel.

Assistance Accessible In The Event Of Emergency

Being able to supply where you are located in case of an emergency is crucial to everyone and a cellular phone GPS will serve to achieve just that. Emergency 9-1-1 service is a difficult experience from a cell phone, particularly if you in an area you are not familiar with from which you are calling.

Having a cellular phone GPS unit can furnish you with your precise position in the unfortunate event of an emergency and will give emergency services the ability to locate you rapidly if required. Additionally, this can help you in informing other emergencies in which you are not personally involved in and render assistance for others.

Just as there are distinct service levels useable for cell phones there are varying degrees of cellular phone GPS service and they will normally hinge upon the kind of phone you have and the service level available for that carrier. Even though typically furnished by separate companies, cellular phone GPS services frequently run in tandem with both services working in unison. If you sign up for cellular phone GPS service different from your cell service, it may not offer all the functions available.



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GPS Handheld Devices - Breakthrough Technologies Give You a Path From a Higher Power

A GPS or Global Positioning System was in the beginning produced and controlled by the U.S. Department of Defense. Prior to it being utilized for commercial-grade reasons, the satellite system was utilized by the military for day-and-night navigation for earth, sea and air operations. As the GPS became extensively utilized for commercial purposes, its operations extended to allow for surveillance and movement of individuals, map making, forestry, mineral exploration, tracking down of endangered wildlife in their natural habitation and much more.

In the beginning, the Global Positioning System functioned on prominent computer systems but finally; it has developed into something more pocket-sized - the handheld GPS. The beneficial news about it is that it operates just like the GPS in more elaborate devices and it give the the user the ability to produce information anywhere and anytime he or she may choose. Handheld GPS have now earned such a following that there are numerous individuals all over the world that invariably depend upon the handheld GPS to assist them in navigating across the earth and find places which are even outside the navigation and location discovery ability in just the recent past.

Popular Handheld GPS Models

There are numerous handheld GPS models that are accessible in the market today. One of the more popular models is the Garmin GPSMAP 60CSx, which is believed as the quickest when it comes in locking in to satellites. This handheld GPS is outfitted with a 2.6 inch color screen, a barometric measuring device, an electronic compass and an extra Geocaching menu. Nonetheless, despite the fact that this handheld device is filled with many functions, it merely weighs around seven ounces and could last for roughly 18 hours utilizing two AA batteries. The Garmin GPS is rubberized and is water resistant. If you aim to wade or swim on your journey, you could rely on this to come through.

The other well known handheld GPS is the Magellan eXplorist XL. This handheld GPS is features a 3.5 inch color screen which can still be viewable when subjected to sunlight. The big screen of the Magellan would give you a benefit when watching the maps and acquiring the data you need. Even so, the downside of the Magellan GPS is that unlike the Garmin GPS, it does not feature an altimeter or electronic compass. This also weighs approximately 12 ounces, which is quite heavy in comparison to the Garmin. The battery life of the Magellan is around 15 hours with the usage of four AA batteries.



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GPS Tracking Solutions - Components of a GPS Tracking System Part 2.

On part 1 of this series of 10 articles I wrote about the two main types of GPS Systems employed commercially to provide Location Based Services to businesses and consumers: Navigators and Trackers. I described each one of them and their applications. On Part 2 I will start focusing on the GPS TRACKING SYSTEMS and we will leave the GPS Navigators Systems for other articles. A GPS Tracking System is built by 3 main components:

-A GPS device or GPS Tracker, which receives the location information and then delivers it to a software application.

-A data transmission system, which takes the information provided by the GPS Tracker, and delivers it to the software application.

-A Software Application, which presents to its users the data recollected by the GPS Tracker in several formats including maps and reports.

This article will present the main components of a GPS Tracking Solution, and will start expanding on the first component: GPS Trackers. It will take me this article and the next one to go in detail over GPS devices.

GPS Devices

In this section I will define what a GPS Device, and how they work; then I will introduce the types of trackers, what features bring different types of trackers and my opinion in regards to each type. At its simplest definition, the GPS device, or better the GPS tracker, is the component in charge of receiving the information about the location of the vehicle, and providing this data to the GPS Tracking Application through the Data Transmission System (which will be explained in coming articles). GPS Trackers are usually small boxes (metal or plastic) that can be the size of a man's wallet, or a little bigger. All of them need at least one antenna (GPS antenna), and most of them need an additional antenna to enable the data transmission module. So this leads to a first classification of GPS Trackers:

-Full satellite trackers. This type of trackers will use satellites to receive and transmit data.

-Hybrid trackers. This type of trackers will use satellites to acquire location (we will see some variations here later in this article), and another method to transmit the data (a data modem, a data port to download the data, etc).

On the next article I will expand on these concepts.

So, the main task of a GPS Tracker is to provide information of the location of a vehicle or an asset, or a person. The location of the units is usually acquired from the GPS satellites, but there is another method based on triangulation with cell towers to calculate locations. Getting the location from satellites is the most accurate mechanism, providing a minimal margin of error most of the times (from 2 up to 50 feet). GPS location can be acquired anywhere in the world. The only down side for this location technology is that the GPS antenna has to have a view to the sky. For example, if the vehicle gets into a garage, most probably there will not be GPS locations available.

Getting the location based on a triangulation with the cell towers (those that are also used by our cell phones to transmit voice and data) has a bigger margin of error (up to a few hundred feet), making it a not very accurate location mechanism. This type of location also requires the presence of the named cell towers to work. The upside of this mechanism is that it will perfectly work within buildings, which is not the case for GPS satellite location. Some GPS Trackers are designed to work with both location mechanisms, creating a new concept called Assisted GPS (AGPS).

There are mainly three types of GPS Trackers: Passive Trackers, PING Trackers, and Live Trackers. Also, some devices have more capabilities than just getting the location of the vehicle.

In this article I have dissected a GPS Tracking solution into three main components: a GPS Tracker, a data transmission system, and a GPS Tracking application. I have also started exposing the details of GPS Trackers, specifically the two main ways to locate a vehicle. Finally, I introduced two more elements to consider in GPS Trackers: types of trackers and advanced features of a GPS device.



Autor: Juan Olano

Mr. Juan Olano, with over 10 year in GPS Tracking Industry, deep knowledge of wireless communications, tracking devices, map engines, and contact with over 2,000 companies that adopted GPS, earned him a position as expert of GPS Tracking Technologies. Find more about Mr. Olano at http://www.trackingsolutionsonline.com


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GPS Tracking Solutions - Types of GPS Systems - Part 1

Through the years in this business I have learned that most companies that start looking for a GPS Tracking System are interested in what we call a Basic Tracking. Basic Tracking is nothing but a map whit a dot showing the location of a vehicle. Some basic tracking applications include also a basic report that keeps a log of all the positions of a vehicle over a certain period of time. But once these companies implement a GPS Tracking solutions and the technology permeates into their processes, they start finding the REAL BENEFITS that a GPS Tracking Solution brings.

This is Part 1 of a series of 10 articles in which I will present how a GPS Tracking system can REALLY make a difference in a company's performance. This first part will start by introducing some basic concepts related these technologies, so I and my readers have a common framework to work with.

There are many applications for the GPS TRACKING technology that can be divided into two main groups: NAVIGATION and TRACKING.

Navigation is related to devices that are installed in the vehicles and that provide on-board navigation information. The user will usually enter a destination address and will start receiving audio and visual directions on how to arrive to that place. Samples of these devices are seen in almost every computer store, and the most recognized brands are Garmin, TomTom, and others.

Tracking is related to devices installed in the vehicles that send information about the vehicle to computer programs where the information is processed and presented to users in maps and reports. The information sent by these devices includes at least the position in terms of Latitude and Longitude, the speed, the direction (north, south, east, etc.), the date and the time. Other devices include more sophisticated information such as Ignition status, doors status, on-board engine diagnostic, etc. Samples of companies that provide this type of products are also multiple, and can be found by tons with any search in a search engine like Google.

Tracking is usually provided by companies as an internet service, although there are some companies that sell simple applications to be installed in computers. And as mentioned before, there is a wealth of options to pick from. These companies will offer to their users Tracking solutions that can be accessed via web, and that allows to keep track of the vehicles of the companies in a map and in several reports.

Once a company or an individual decides to go into this technology, the first question that has to be solved is: What type of GPS System I need? Is it a Tracking System? Or a Navigation System? It is very common to start shopping around without a clear understanding of what is needed. This series of articles will focus on GPS Tracking more than GPS Navigation. And this first article severs as a starting point to understand and identify what the needs are on each particular case. In the next article I will discuss some additional terms related to GPS Tracking and will start going into its applications in the day to day processes.



Autor: Juan Olano

Mr. Juan Olano, with over 10 year in GPS Tracking Industry, deep knowledge of wireless communications, tracking devices, map engines, and contact with over 2,000 companies that adopted GPS, earned him a position as expert of GPS Tracking Technologies. Find more about Mr. Olano at http://www.trackingsolutionsonline.com


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How To Get Accurate GPS

In implementing new Customer Information System for Utility companies, data gathering is often required to complete the data that are lacking. Identifying the data that will be gathered is important before going to the field. Additional data can be added since the cost of adding additional data during field campaign less.

GPS coordinate of properties or customers become an important data for the company. The main issue is how to get accurate GPS during field gathering. You can take a look at how the GPS work before designing any activities of GPS gathering in the field.

There are many ways to be considered to get GPS accuracy but from my experiences, the most important is to implement PDOP value in your application. PDOP as defined by GPS Glossary of UIOWA.EDU:

"PDOP: Percent Dilution of Position. Measure of the geometrical strength of the GPS satellite configuration. The amount of error in your position. PDOP less than 4 gives the best accuracy (under 1 meter). Between 4 and 8 gives acceptable accuracy. Greater than 8 gives poor accuracy."

In simple words, the PDOP is an indicator that tell you whether your GPS coordinate that you will take is having enough satellite, enough signal strengths, good satellite positions, etc. The lower the value of PDOP, the better.

If you want to buy the GPS HHU, ask your vendor if they have PDOP module also installed. If you have bought the GPS HHU, try googling to find PDOP. dll or modules that you can integrate in your HHU applications.

Once you have this module installed, you can always remind your surveyors to get GPS coordinates while the PDOP values shown is as small as possible. This will give you another reminders like:
- avoid too close to tall buildings.
- avoid too close to tress or other obstacles.
- avoid too close to surveyors' body. Yes, your body can block the signal as well.
- and other strategies.

If you want to have better accuracy of GPS, you can even plan the time to do GPS data gathering. All satellites are rotating following their orbits, so you can estimate the best time in your area to have more satellites with more strength. This schedule of satellites are recorded by Almanac. To simplify the discussion, you can try the planning software by Trimble. It is free to try.



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GPS Chips Can Now Be Built Iin To Almost Anything!

GPS Chips have become so small and lightweight that they can be built into almost anything. For example, they can help safely and easily track your child's location. If your child runs off, whether he was distracted by something, merely forgot to tell you they are going to a friend's house, or just got lost in a crowd. With built-in GPS tracking chips you will know where your child is at all times, using your cell phone, laptop, or other portable devices to track him or her.

Built-in GPS chips are hooked into a system of satellites which allows accuracy to the meter in determining the position of whatever has a GPS Chip. They can be used to track kids, pets, cattle, property, and even yourself. And best of all, you'll forget its even there because its literally built-in!

If you enjoy hiking or long-distance running, the built-in GPS chip can track how far you went, exactly what you route was, and, mopst importantly, where you are if you get lost.

Other uses for built-in GPS chips are tracking your teenager to make sure he or she is safe and secure, and doing what he or she told you the plan was, with the people he or she said they'd be with.

GPS chips can be safely built in to a variety of personal items, including, but not limited to: bracelets, necklaces, anklets, watches, shoes, cell phones, belts, hats, and even stitched into clothing.

GPS technology is taking off. It is possible that in the future GPS chips could be woven directly into clothing, built into the soles of shoes, or a regular part of the manufacture of skis and other sports equipment. For now you might have to do the work yourself of stitching or fastening the small chip onto whatever you desire.

AS GPS technology becomes more sophisticated, consider looking into built-in GPS chips for you and your family.



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7 Tips For Choosing A GPS Vehicle Tracking System

Imagine yourself waking up and you find yourself inside your car in the middle of a wasteland. Maybe you've driven yourself aimlessly the night before and you didn't realize you were off the course driving farther away from city limits. You took out your cell phone but you still couldn't get a decent signal to call for help. Although you do have a map with you, it seemed worthless because you do not know your exact location. So you looked around and you cringed at the only life forms around -- a few birds and geckos that straddle across the arid soil. You could scream but no one could possibly hear you. Or you could use the GPS vehicle tracking system and find yourself on your way home. Too bad, you did not have that GPS vehicle tracking system installed in your car.

You'll never know when you'll be trapped in the similar situation as above, especially when you're always driving in places you barely know. This is why opting to have a GPS vehicle tracking system installed in your car will save you from that nightmare of being lost in the wilderness. To be guided in choosing the right GPS vehicle tracking system, here are 7 essential tips you have to keep in mind:

1) Type Of Tracking Systems
Basically, four major types of GPS vehicle tracking systems you can choose from. These are the car navigation GPS system, the portable outdoors GPS unit, the marine GPS system, and the PDA/GPS hybrid. Overall, you could find the in-car GPS navigation system the most useful when you want to know your exact location when you're driving without a map.

2) Voice Instructions
Make sure your GPS vehicle tracking system is capable of giving you voice instructions when driving. Some models offer only visual location maps and this might not be useful when you're driving alone.

3) Real Time Tracking
Another feature that would be vital for a GPS vehicle tracking system is its ability to utilize a "real-time" wireless network that could allow you to process information via a visual representation, in case you want to verify if you're doing the right turns.

4) Quality Over Price
Cheaper GPS vehicle tracking systems might conk out before you can use it. A GPS vehicle tracking system is an investment, so make sure you get the best brand.

5) Speed Limit Monitor
Another important feature that you need to check out is that if your GPS vehicle tracking system has a speed limit monitor, which will get you out of trouble with the police.

6) No Monthly
Fees Make sure your GPS vehicle tracking system offers you the service for free with your receiver. However, when you want advanced feature like tracking your kids when they went out with your car is another matter. Some companies offer these tracking services with affordable fees.

7) User-Friendly
If you're no techno-geek, you should try to choose a model that even grandma won't be hassled using this device.

Get yourself this security blanket when driving. Clearly, you will be amazed of how it could save you time, money and even your life if you have installed a GPS vehicle tracking system in your car.



Autor: Alvin Toh

GPS vehicle tracking device is becoming an indispensable tool in providing tracking solutions to personal and business needs. There are gps vehicle tracking systems to suit every budget and needs. Check out our top resources on the latest gps systems at http://www.gpstrackingsys.com


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Choosing A GPS Tracking System For Your Next Camping, Hiking Or Backpacking Adventure

The basic intention of a GPS tracking system is to allow the user to fix his or her location at any time. That is achieved by reading the screen on a hand-held unit that picks up a signal from a series of satellites in geosynchronous orbit around the Earth.

There are in fact various different styles of Global Positioning System units. One style is optimized for use at sea on a vessel, others function better in vehicles, and still others are ideal for use when hiking. Some fundamentals apply to each style, however.

The user must to be capable of operating the controls and interpreting the display without being knowledgeable in electrical engineering. Many aren't much more than electronic maps, various models will simply be static (they only store pre-loaded charts); others are capable of downloading fresh charts via wireless or through a Laptop/Internet connection. Some will merely offer cryptic longitude and latitude readings, calling for you to interpret the location by using a map.

Garman GPS is the market leader of these tracking systems, but they are not the only maker. Lowrance, Magellan and various other manufacturers make great models, as well. With such an assortment of models and manufacturers to select from, what should you be looking for? Of course, the answer will depend on what you aspire to use the tracking unit for.

For a backpacking GPS device, long battery life is essential. Plotting a route through some wilderness areas is typically done in a reasonably casual way, unless you become lost. If that happens, you require the device to remain active for a long time.

A water-proof tracking unit is a near must, as swift, unforeseen changes in weather conditions are typical in camping regions. Rain can start and finish before you know it. You do not want your GPS unit to stop operating or become damaged when you're finding the way back to the campsite. Always remember to enquire if the tracking device you're debating is robust. It isn't ideal if it can't hold up to the harshness of the outdoors.

The amount of maps and routes, as well as the quantity of coordinates or waypoints, which a system can hold differs by model. The higher the memory the model has (similar to your laptop), the more it can store.

Map capacity ought to be at least twenty, but fifty or more is desirable. Coordinate capacity is often a strong five hundred for many units, but given that each position is a coordinate, this can add up rapidly. Here again, more is preferred, but you pay up for that.

The facility to align the maps you see in various compass directions is very useful. The directions (bearing) to your next coordinate is standard, but verify to be certain. Knowing where you're at a given time is frequently almost worthless. Your objective is to move from one point to the next, not merely to identify which latitude and longitude you occupy.

Ergonomic elements are reasonably important. The plotting device ought to fit snugly in your hand and not be too large as to result in fatigue. It needs to be pocket-size, but light enough so not to cause irritation when it's there.

Be geared up to pay a little extra to acquire the ideal GPS tracking system. It ought to last for several years as they're already packed with features, so you shouldn't need to replace it within a year with the latest unit.

Darren Lintern writes extensively for www.andallabout.com, a popular informational website that provides helpful tips, advice, and resources on many camping topics including Camping Hiking, and Cheap Camping Gear.



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Added: October 4, 2007
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GPS - Why I Feel Safer

Gearing up for your first long trip? A GPS unit can be worth its weight in gold! GPS stands for "global positioning system," and with one in your car, one in your bag or walking around town with one, you'll always know where in the world you are.

A GPS uses the coordinates from Air Force satellites to triangulate its location; after the GPS receiver figures out how far it is each from each satellite, it can figure out your location within about ten to twenty-four meters. With this powerful tool at your disposal, you'll never have to worry about bad directions and highway detours again!

There are plenty of jokes about people not wanting to ask for directions or people who give poor directions, but getting assaulted while asking for directions is no laughing matter. Far too often, motorists are assaulted when asking for directions or while they are distracted.

When you ask for directions from a stranger, you are showing that person that you don't know where you are, that you are unfamiliar with the area, and that you are possibly disoriented. When we get lost, we are confused and frustrated, and there is a good chance that our internal warning systems are not working; we may end up asking for directions from people who make that internal warning bell go off.

Even if you don't ask for directions, fumbling with a map can be a dead giveaway. How many times have you gotten out of your car to spread the map out for better visibility? When you are distracted with your map, you are extremely vulnerable. Having a paper map out and fumbling with it makes you a target for would be thieves or dangerous individuals.

There are also places where you just don't want to get lost. Several cities have bad neighborhoods that are easy to stumble into but harder to get out of, especially if you are driving in the dark. A GPS unit can make sure you get to where you are going without having to spend a stressful few hours trying to get out of a dangerous part of town.

Even if you don't do a lot of city driving, there are still areas where you want to avoid getting lost. If you've ever driven cross-country, you know that some states, like Texas and Oklahoma, go on forever without a lot in the way of landmarks. You can lose hours of time and hundreds of miles before you figure out that you are lost and running out of gas on a desolate part of the highway is highly problematic. If you have young children in the car, this situation can become quite dangerous; children especially become dehydrated easily.

If you are driving in an area that you are not familiar with, a GPS unit can be instrumental in getting you where you need to go. Don't forget that because the highway commissions are constantly building new highways and closing others for construction or repairs that the maps you buy at gas stations are not always reliable. When you are driving in an unfamiliar area, there is a chance that you will be forced off the highway and into a confusing residential area. When this happens, a GPS unit can help you get back on track, and in fact, might have been able to find you a route that you wouldn't have had to leave in the first place.

Much as cell phones have become part of our world, GPS units are quickly becoming an essential part of travel. They are compact convenient, and they can make your driving experience a lot safer. You can purchase one for a teenager who's not so sure about the driving geography of her own town, or you can purchase one for yourself if you're going to be driving in an area that you are not familiar with. For both individual travel and family vacations, a GPS can give you a great deal of peace of mind.

No matter how old you are, or where you are planning on driving, a GPS unit can make sure you get there safely. When you purchase a GPS unit for your car, you're ensuring that you never have to worry about getting lost again!



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Motorola updates MC70 EDA with GPS

Motorola MC70 updated with GPSMotorola’s Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA) lineup of business-oriented smartphones is getting a much needed refresh today. The Motorola MC70 EDA will be getting a spec-sheet boost with some integrated GPS goodness.


The addition of GPS to the Motorola MC70 will “allow organisations with field-based employees, such as postal companies, to track and manage dynamic, real-time tasking, as well as verify specific locations of activities and provide mobile workers with pinpoint navigation support to improve location-based productivity.” With an already impressive feature-set, boasting features like quad-band GSM/EDGE, WiFi a/b/g, barcode scanning, signature capture, Bluetooth, Windows Mobile 5.0, and a blazing-fast 624MHz PXA270 processor, the updated MC70 is sure to appeal to business that rely on employees “in the field.”


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Motorola Announces Integrated GPS Functionality For Market-Leading MC70 Enterprise Digital Assistant

Motorola?s fastest-selling rugged Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA) now enables location-based productivity for the enterprise worker

POST EXPO 2007, BARCELONA ? 2 October 2007 ? Motorola Inc. today introduced a new version of its flagship MC70 mobile computer, featuring integrated Global Positioning System (GPS) capability. This new option of Motorola?s fastest-selling rugged mobile computer will allow organisations with field-based employees, such as postal companies, to track and manage dynamic, real-time tasking, as well as verify specific locations of activities and provide mobile workers with pinpoint navigation support to improve location-based productivity.

The MC70 has been widely embraced for its lightweight, ergonomic design and ability to withstand the rigours of everyday use in harsh environments. Protected against a variety of environmental risks, including frequent drops to concrete, and exposure to water, dust and extreme temperatures, the MC70 is optimised for both indoor and outdoor applications.

With over a quarter of a million MC70 devices being used by mobile workers each day, this device is already allowing enterprises to seamlessly connect their workers to their back office systems leading to increased productivity and customer service. Now with new locationing capabilities, Motorola?s MC70 is once again connecting people and products to information resources, and transforming businesses - making them more efficient and responsive to customers to gain a competitive advantage

?Enterprise customers today have come to expect seamless information exchange with their service providers, and this relies fundamentally upon accurate, real-time information from field workers? said David Picton, industry director for logistics, Motorola?s Enterprise Mobility business. ?For example, mail and express enterprises need to know exactly where their packages and workers are in order to operate in a highly-competitive market. The GPS locationing functionality in the MC70 will allow them to ensure that their pickup and deliveries occur at the right place at the right time ? the essence of enterprise mobility.?
The MC70 EDA delivers flexibility and global coverage with converged voice and data capture. Utilising SIRF III technology, the MC70 GPS-enabled EDA will continue to provide feature rich functionality including barcode data and signature capture in addition to wide area connectivity with support for high-speed EDGE networks, wireless 802.11a/b/g networks and Bluetooth.

One company that has created software compatible with the Motorola MC70 is ALK Technologies, with its award-winning CoPilot� Live navigation system. CoPilot Live takes full advantage of the device?s in-built GPS receiver and mobile Internet connectivity to provide business-specific satellite navigation with integrated fleet management ? all in one data centric device.

?We are already witnessing how professional satellite navigation can help improve the efficiency of mobile work forces of all sizes by reducing driver stress and significantly decreasing wasted mileage between appointments,? said Dan Popkin, sales director of ALK Technologies Ltd. ?In addition, integrated fleet management improves communication with field workers and helps businesses demonstrate their Duty of Care to their mobile employees.?

The GPS-enabled MC70 will be showcased in Barcelona at Post Expo 2007 and at the IT Convergence Show in Paris in October 2007. The MC70 GPS version will be available for sale worldwide in the first quarter of 2008.

About Motorola
Motorola is known around the world for innovation and leadership in wireless and broadband communications. Inspired by our vision of seamless mobility, the people of Motorola are committed to helping you connect simply and seamlessly to the people, information, and entertainment that you want and need. We do this by designing and delivering "must have" products, "must do" experiences and powerful networks -- along with a full complement of support services. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $42.8 billion in 2006. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit www.motorola.com.


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GPS Devices - Don t Get Lost

Mobile GPS devices are becoming more and more popular each day, for they allow great portability. Most consumer GPS devices can be easily fit into the palm and are not that heavy as well. It can also be clip to a pet's collar or fit into a cell phone. The basic concept behind GPS unit is quite simple. It includes a radio emitter that works with a clock, and together they work with Satellite that are located in the space. And now with the booming of technology, we have GPS device installed in many laptops computers, cars and even at seat back television screen of airplanes.

While the GPS technology does not really need a lot of space, the software that adds the functionalities expected by the consumer, actually does. The software once created, gets improved by getting smaller. The fact that not all GPS features are required by the customers, allows for smaller GPS devices.

How does a GPS device work? As already said, the GPS device requires a radio emitter and a clock to work. The emitter sends the time of the clock to the satellite overhead. The satellite then calculates the amount of time it took for the radio signal to reach them and then figures the distance from that. Three or four satellites compare their location and the time involved. They then show the location within about six inches depending on the accuracy of the unit's clock.

Portable GPS device can be of many use. Besides plotting navigation or tracking objects and living things, it can use the data as information in applications.

Many mobile devices are GPS enabled in the present times. One of the most talked about, is the GPS navigation system of Nokia N95 and the Nokia 6110 navigator. The GPS of these devices are very user-friendly, and designed to meet the requirements of the modern users.



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GPS Tracking Of A Teenagers Car

THE NEED TO TRACK YOUR TEENAGERS CAR.

There are many situations in life where we have to depend upon the sources of today scientific research, for example we need tracking of vehicle which is in use of our children. In other case if your child drives carelessly then the need of tracking of your children car is very cruicial. For such problems GPS tracking is the answer, However

There must be a feedback control information which is used for getting reliable and correct information for the desired target. We can also use GPS for tracking of our teenager car in the situation where our child really need safety and location problems.

TRACKING OF VEHICLE

The Tracking of vehicle through global positioning system is characterized by different

Steps. As four GPS satellites are used for finding the exact location of car on earth. GPS consists of receiver which has an almanac which tells the current position of satellite. it then sends a signal to four satellites and measures that how long it will take to return . and after taking such valuable information, a highly feedback control system

Calculates the exact position of car on earth. GPS receiver can also show you and where you are on map. For all this a database in the memory of automobile must be directed with the destination where one wants to see the location of his teenager car through GPS tracking system. GPS vehicle tracking system is provide by many organizations working in this field. Some of these companies also provide a display mechanism even in your house so that we can see position of our teenager car in a real time, but it's a costly feature of GPS Vehicle tracking system but necessity is the mother of invention.

Safety Features for GPS Tracking System

Since the usage of GPS tracking system has been valuable in our lives, However there are some precautionary measures for using such sensitive and sophisticated tracking system. As an example the GPS receiver must be placed in such position in the vehicle that sensitive receiver must not be harmed in any way. It is also reported that sometimes children tries to misuse such sensitive device, so one should be careful in handling them.

Similarly users of GPS tracking systems should have acquaintance with the proper usage of GPS receivers as different organizations and government agencies providing this facility also arrange seminars and conferences in this regard.



Autor: Gilbert Walz

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GPS Cell Phone - Life Saver or Big Brother In Your Pocket?

Nearly all cell phone end users have a cell phone feature that they did not even realize they possessed. Not everyone recognizes that their phone is outfitted with a GPS tracking device. All the same, the question that comes up is that does that sound chilling or pretty neat? To the majority of individuals, it feels paradoxically both good and bad. Although more individuals are frightened that a GPS function on cell phones pulls us one step nearer to a 'Big Brother' kind of society, however many other people are enthusiastic for the abilities it provides users.

Nevertheless, where the line gets blurred is when safety is overshadowed by the potential for invasion of your privacy when the ability to track daily movements of an individual sets in. This gives rise to concerns of who has the ability to access such private information.

However, E911 has a relevant law that is fairly explicit in its orders. It gives the ability to carriers to give tracking location information to third parties for E911 emergency calls only, however this data cannot be furnished under any circumstance at all without the prior consent of the cell phone owner.

Their features that help consumers, such as maps, directions and restaurant and Movie Theater finding abilities, the GPS equipped cell phone supplies emergency call centers with data critical to preserving lives. Regrettably, it's rather frequently that a person dial 911 to report an accident, fire or other emergency, and whenever requested where they are, they can merely state the name of the city they are close to, or the interstate highway on which they are traveling on. In such cases, the location information is inadequate. This is why cell phones are nowadays GPS enabled; call centers can detect your position through GPS in the same manner they have been able to trace calls from land-lines for so numerous years.

What's In It for Consumers?

Although the above-mentioned safety option is meant to be used for emergency uses, cell phone companies have brought the GPS cell phone far beyond this rudimentary 911-enhanced phone. In order to make GPS attractive to customers, cell phone suppliers have produced numerous methods that cell phone end users can utilize the GPS feature on cell phones for themselves, irrespective of whether or not the 911-enhancement is ever used.

The majority of cell phone service providers have made directions and maps ready to be used as part of the GPS feature of their phones. Before you become too charged up in regards to this, you have to recognize that this service is not a free additional bonus on your present service; employing your cell phone for maps and directions calls for an added service plan that amounts to about $10 per month. If you are averse to still added monthly subscription to be paid-up, there are software programs that, for a one-time-only-fee of purchasing the software, can add similar features to your GPS cell phone.

As technology move ahead, several of these GPS cell phones can still be used as handheld GPS devices merely to be utilized during walking or biking. The prior and less costly variations need an antenna on your car in addition to a console in your car, only the wave of the future is upon us, if users are ready to pay the price for it. It appears that even now numerous consumers are buying into the navigation generation of cell phones.



Autor: Korbin Newlyn

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Keeping Your Children Safe With GPS Personal Tracking

Each day it seems the news tells the sad story of a missing child and the heart rendering search for that child often leading to tragic results. New technology that uses a small GPS personal tracking device may be the answer to solving much of this problem. The new small devices can be worn as a pendant or on a belt like a small pager. The smaller size is ideal for younger children. The system uses a combination of cell phone and GPS technology to provide real time location information that is delivered to a cell phone, computer or email. The system can be programmed to report personal location information at timed intervals as short as 15 seconds. These personal tracking systems are ideal for dealing with child custody issues or with at risk children.

GPS Personal tracking information shows not only location but speed and direction of travel. The system also can be programmed to give you a warning when a child travels out of bounds such as leaving the neighborhood or leaving school early. Being able to log into your computer at any time of day and confirm the location of your child will reduce your stress and increase your family's security. Some units even have a panic button on the unit that the child can activate in case of any emergency. The notification goes not only to you but to the GPS tracking company that is providing your service. They in turn can notify local authorities or even attempt to call the child on a cell phone to ascertain the type of emergency. The local authorities will know exactly where your child is to within a few meters speeding emergency response time. If your child is abducted most likely the perpetrator will quickly discard the child's cell phone reducing the chance that they can be tracked. However if your child has a small GPS personal tracking device on them their location will still be transmitted to you and the authorities. All of which increases the chance that your child will be found safely.

For preadolescent children GPS personal tracking devices are as small a phone pager (2.5"X 1"X 1.7" inches) and will run on small AA or AAA batteries for up to 24 hours before needing a recharge. Slightly larger units that can be placed in special clothing pockets or backpacks will continue to transmit on GSM cell phone frequencies for up to two weeks before needing a recharge. If your child is old enough to drive a back up tracking system can be installed in their vehicle to provide information on driving habits and travel locations. All of which provides a parent with peace of mind.

Personal tracking devices are not cheap and generally the smaller the device the more expensive it becomes. However it is hard to put a price on the safety of your child and your sense security. In addition the GPS carrier that provides the tracking and notification services will charge you a monthly fee usually around $100.00. In this day and time each of us must choose what level of safety and security they can live with. The risk level can be managed through the use of a modern technology in the form of a GPS personal tracking device.



Autor: Jim Kesel

James Kesel, MS is the Publisher of GPS Auto Tracker providing information on GPS Personal Tracking and the latest GPS Tracking and Navigation systems.


Added: October 2, 2007
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Asus P527 GPS PDA Phone

Asus P527 GPS PDA Phone

After the release of the P526, Asus has plans at releasing a GPS PDA phone, the P527. While a rumor has been floating around about a new model, a few leaked images fall from Asus’ grasp. The P527 offers a decent sized screen with a sexy metallic body and a 2 MP camera, as well as a host of new features for the traveling man to ogle over.


P527 Features:



  • Networks: GSM850, GSM900, GSM1800, GSM1900

  • Dimensions: 113 x 58 x 15.4 mm, 125 grams

  • 64 MB RAM/ 128 MB ROM

  • TransFlash/microSD

  • SiRF Star III GPS chip
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RIM announces CDMA BlackBerry Pearl 8130 - the BlackBerry Pearl 2.0 with GPS

BlackBerry Pearl 8130Research In Motion (RIM), makers of the venerable BlackBerry lineup of smartphones, has finally announced their anticipated BlackBerry Pearl 2.0 as the CDMA BlackBerry Pearl 8130. The update to the Pearl lineup is the first BlackBerry Pearl for email addicts on a CDMA network (Verizon/Sprint).


We’re expecting the BlackBerry 8130 to bring some updated software to the CDMA-table. The new OS will feature a new Browser (with a “Page View” option that displays the entire website and a magnifying glass that let’s you zoom in on different sections), new font-rendering (making smaller fonts easier to read), and a revamped Inbox application. But it doesn’t end there. As expected, the BlackBerry Pearl 2.0 (8130) will rock integrated GPS and navigation with BlackBerry maps. And, the SureType keyboard, stereo Bluetooth, microSD slot, and 3.5mm headphone jack will be complemented with a new, 2 megapixel camera.


Look for CDMA carriers to pick up this new BlackBerry Pearl 8130 next month - which bodes well for our leaked information that Sprint will be launching this BlackBerry Pearl 2.0 over the Thanksgiving Day Weekend. Pricing is not yet available.


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Nokia To Expand GPS Phone Lineup

Obviously Nokia didn’t embark on an $8.1 billion takeover of digital map supplier Navteq without thinking of ways to make back the money. And what more obvious plan than to offer an extended array of GPS enabled mobile phones?



“By the end of next year we will have tens of navigation-enabled devices on the market,” Anssi Vanjoki, head of Nokia’s multimedia unit, told a conference call.


It offers three phone models with integrated GPS at the moment.


So expect many more GPS enabled phones by Nokia to be released in the next 12 months.



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Confirmed: Next Nokia Internet Tablet to have a keyboard (and GPS)

Thoughtfix just shot me an IM, he has been reading the FCC documents for the next generation Internet Tablet and has found a really wicked page. “Slide closed” and “Slide open,” what could that mean? We recently found out it has GPS and now with a keyboard I’m sooo buying this.


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