The technology behind the Global Positioning System (GPS) was created and tested by the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) in the 1970s. But the concept behind it was based on an invention of our then mortal enemies, the Soviet Union. When the Soviets launched their first satellite, Sputnik, into space in November of 1957, scientists at the Massachusetts Institute of technology made a startling discovery.What they found was that the strength of...more
Stop worrying, be calm and safe in the world as GPS tracking is an angel in our life.With all the technological gadgets on the rise these days, few carry as many benefits as a GPS tracking device. Maybe you can get on the internet, post tweets, update your Facebook status, and take pictures with your cell phone, and maybe your phone even has limited GPS tracking capabilities. Why should you further invest in another technological device?Gadgets1. Tracking devices can be hard-wired to your car and run all the time! No need to power it back up. But if you do like the portability of a device than a real GPS tracking device has batteries that last up to 90 days—far and beyond the life of your cell phone batteries. Most cell phone batteries must be recharged every other day. 90 days is a full three months, and the extra battery life can actually make a life and death difference for those that find themselves in an emergency situation.2. The way the GPS satellite system works allows you to download information fast and the variety of information available is astounding. A series of 24 satellites orbiting in outer space work in groups of three to track the latitude and longitude of the...more
GPS tracking devices and conveyable GPS units are hot commodities at this time and lots of web marketers and entrepreneurs are cashing in from this trend. However, consistent use will finally take a heavy toll on these devices : hardware goes wrong, damaged parts, software applications bugging down and a whole lot of issues typical of...more
GPS tracking devices can do lots of good these days from geo-tagging to keeping tabs on your most appreciated belongings, but there's rocketing concern about privacy associated to their use. GPS tracking devices are now sufficiently small to be hidden in cars, houses or even clothes, so many folks are worried that they may be being tracked secretly...more
The Global Positioning System - or GPS - has taken the world by storm. What was once a proprietary item used only by the government, is now in demand by retail consumers worldwide. Those who have become used to GPS rely upon its accurate directional...more
This holiday season; protect loved ones by giving them an automotive GPS navigational system from Magellan. The long winter months can make driving very hazardous especially when trying to watch the road and read a paper map at the same time. You can...more
Aside from being a driving aid, GPS devices can also be used to track patients with certain ailments such as Alzheimer's. This is helpful in case that the patient gets lost accidentally.Importance of GPS in our Daily Lives By: Sigrid ...more
The modern combination Fishfinder GPS receiver is an amazing piece of technology. Nothing is more disappointing for the fisherman than going out on the water and not knowing where to fish. Precious time that could be used to actually fish gets wasted...more
GPS Units make sure you know where you are going no matter where you are. Gone are the days of getting lost easily. A GPS system can cost under $100 for a less-than-fancy model. However, what your GPS Unit looks like is not as important as what it...more
Anyone thinking about getting one of the Garmin GPS systems needs to know the different factors that make these units so popular. There are many good factors for these units but you need to know the main ones so you can decide if this is the right...more