The SPOT satellite network is a commercial satellite network with a proven 99.4% reliability rate. It processes over 6 million messages a month, the equivalent of 2.3 messages per second. SPOT is used by individuals who are outdoors and in business where lone work occurs - aviation, construction, fishing, forestry, government, leisure, oil & gas, utilities.
SPOT's 4 Simple Communication Functions - Just Might Save Your Life
1) Ask for help. In the event of a non-life threatening emergency, you can use this function to notify your SPOT team – the friends and family you have chosen as your contacts – that you need assistance. SPOT sends one message every 5 minutes for one hour or until Help is cancelled
2) Track Progress. Also known as SPOTcastingSM, this feature allows friends and family to follow your progress in real time using your password, or to save waypoints so you can review your entire route at a later date. SPOT sends one message every 10 minutes for 24 hours or until SPOT is powered off.
3) Check In. Also known as SPOTcheckingSM, this feature allows you to let your SPOTteam – the friends and family you have chosen as your contacts – know that all is well, notify them of your location, or save waypoints so you can review your route at a later date on Google Maps™. SPOT sends three identical messages to the SPOT service for redundancy. The first of those three messages is delivered.
4) Alert 911. Use this function in the event of a life threatening or other critical emergency to notify emergency services of your exact location and that you need assistance. SPOT sends one message every 5 minutes until power is depleted or 911 is cancelled.
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Thursday, January 22, 2009
SPOT. The World's First Satellite Messenger
Gilsson RSP3N - Deluxe case for automotive GPS units
Gilsson RSP3N - Deluxe case for automotive units Garmin Nuvi,Streetpilot, C series. Magellan Maestro, Roadmate series. This padded case will keep all your gear together and protected. Plenty of room for cables, mounts etc. The RSP3N measures 5" tall, 5" wide and 8" long.
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Thursday, April 3, 2008
Ovation MC992D: HSPA modem with GPS
Novatel today announced the Ovation MC992D HSPA modem. The high-speed, USB data modem is capable of providing Internet connectivity almost anywhere in the world, with its support for HSPA, WCDMA, EDGE and GPRS networks.Ovation MC992D is designed to provide download speeds of 7.2 Mbps and upload speeds of up to 5.76 Mbps. Measuring only 70×25×13.5 mm the modem fits in any pocket making you more portable than ever.
The modem’s also has GPS capability enabling users to retrieve location data from GPS satellites and utilize GPS navigation and location-based applications.
Ovation MC992D will be available in Q3 through a variety of Novatel Wireless’s tier-one operator customers.Read more...
Thursday, March 13, 2008
Garmin GPSMap 60C, 60CS Neoprene GPS Carrying Case
Description:
Specifically designed for the Garmin GPSMap 60CS and 60C, Gilsson's GPSMap 60C/CS GPS carrying case ensures optimal protection, accessibility, and offers various carrying options for your convenience.
The protective neoprene prevents exposing your Garmin GPSMap 60CS unit to rain, dirt or other damaging elements.
Gilsson's unique neoprene GPS case for the Garmin 60CS GPS is custom-tailored with a clear map window for easy map viewing and easy button access.
It also features a built-in backback belt hook and a belt/bike handlebar reinforced velcro strap so it can be conveniently secured to your backpack, belt or even your bike/jet ski handelbar.
Note: Gilsson Neoprene Cases are WATER RESISTANT, not waterproof (i.e. cannot be submersed in water)
Unique Features:
- Fully compatible with Garmin GPSMap 60, GPSMap 60C, 60CS, and GPS 60 units
- Backpack/Belt Hook: Secures your GPS device to your backpack, belt or other hiking gear
- Belt/Bike Handlebar Velcro Strap: Secures your GPS device to your backpack, belt or a bike, motorcycle, or jet ski handlebar.
- Clear Vinyl Map/Button Windows - Allows easy map viewing and button access while protecting the delicate GPS LCD display surface.
- Scratch Protection
- Shock Absorption
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PosiMotion G-FI: Wireless GPS Accessory for Apple iPhone and iPod Touch
Without a doubt one of the best products from 2007 has to be the Apple iPhone, and it is about to get better thanks to PosiMotion as they launch the G-FI. The company claims that this is the first Wireless GPS Accessory for the handset.
This GPS add-on is not only for the Apple iPhone, but also for the iPod Touch. However the G-FI will be compatible with any Wi-Fi device, but PosiMotion will only ship the G-FI with software for the iPhone and iPod Touch. The G-FI is now in its final part of production and will be ready for release this summer.
Source - Posimotion
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
μPod USB GPS Dongle
μPod by Locosys is a product that was announced at the CES but it didn’t attract much attention. Nonetheless, it’s a rather unique device that can transform your laptop or UMPC to a GPS receiver. It uses the Atmel Antaris4 chip and utilizes the industry standard NMEA protocol. Therefore, it is compatible with most navigation software currently in the market. Although the unit is powered by the device it is attached to it also features a micro battery that allows it to temporarily store data in order to achieve faster restart times. Not much more information is available yet about the μPod. You can read original press release from the CES here (scroll down) or read the pre-CES announcement.
A bit off topic but anyone heading at the CeBIT this year might want to keep an eye for the Bluetooth GPS and the GPS Mouse by Locosys with TMC support. (I am guessing they will be similar to the Amaryllo Trinity that we have posted about a few days back).
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