GPS Tracker Review

Novatracker Intros the ‘Maya’

admin — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 12:36:06 +0000

NovaTracker is introducing a more intelligent generation of highly customizable wireless and GPS hardware solutions powered by proprietary technology that integrates easily with most vehicle tracking software and significantly cuts transmission costs.

Fleet managers consistently report that as much as 50 percent of the information they receive from a GPS solution isn’t precisely what they need, so the other half results in higher transmission costs.

The Maya is an extremely versatile and reliable in-vehicle GPS equipped, GSM capable data hub that allows existing fleet management software solutions to do far more, with less. Engineered specifically for the fleet-tracking industry, Maya generates an unparalleled array of customized and highly relevant data transmissions.

Leveraging the intelligent technology developed by NovaTracker as the proprietary platform for its wireless and GPS solutions — Maya becomes an in-vehicle network hub. Specifically, this intelligent unit is capable of providing a large range of data types such as location reporting, vehicle status and a wide variety of event codes including geofence violation. It is the only device on the market today that will transmit information the customer has specified with as many as 16 different variables.

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mobiles2go Launches BLOCK Vehicle Tracking

admin — Thu, 15 Feb 2007 08:53:00 +0000

From ABI Research

mobiles2go Launches BLOCK Vehicle Tracking Device

Technorati Tags: General News, GPS Vehicle Tracking, Gps tracking, Gps vehicle tracking, Gps tracking devices

At this year’s 3GSM World Congress, leading mobile location based services (MLBS) provider, mobiles2go, will unveil the BLOCK, a new vehicle management tracking device that combines the very latest GPS technology to enable businesses or individuals to track the location of any asset.

The smallest and lightest device of its kind on the market, measuring W58 x L95 x D15.5mm and weighing just 70g, the BLOCK is ideally suited for vehicle security and fleet management. Easy to install in any vehicle, with no ongoing infrastructure overheads or technical support required, the BLOCK opens up opportunities for operators and distributors to increase revenues and customer loyalty, through data usage or creating voice and data bundles. Operators and distributors can simply sell the device and then bill the customer for the service and data usage.

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Omniscout Intros Two New GPRS/GPS Portable Devices

admin — Fri, 09 Feb 2007 20:23:47 +0000

From ABI Research

Omniscout Intros Two New GPRS/GPS Portable Devices

Omniscout recently launched the Omniscout Portable and Portable Pro GPRS/GPS devices at V-Twin Expo in Cincinnati, OH.

The two models are the most sophisticated and effective monitoring and tracking devices on the market today. Equal in size to a small cell phone and weighing only 80 gr/2.8 ounces, they can be easily hidden in a vehicle or on a person.

Both devices will determine and report the global location of any mobile asset, vehicle, or person where the Omniscout device is located with an accuracy of a few meters. The devices are a hybrid of two technologies, the Global Positioning System (GPS) and GSM/GPRS wireless communications network, which enables them to communicate a location and receive commands using the international (GSM/GPRS) wireless networks, used by most of the world’s cellular communications companies.

With a suggested retail price starting at (US) $499., both Omniscout models are available immediately at selected motorcycle dealers in the United States and Canada.

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AirIQ, SIEMENS Team to Deliver M2M Digital Solutions

admin — Mon, 05 Feb 2007 16:39:43 +0000

From ABI Research

AirIQ, SIEMENS Team to Deliver M2M Digital Solutions

AirIQ Inc. today announced their intention to enter into a strategic agreement with the Siemens Wireless Modules Division of Siemens Energy & Automation, Inc. to work together to provide digital solutions to North American Machine-to-Machine (M2M) markets.

Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), Siemens M2M ONE, a global full solution provider of M2M technology and services, will become a lead channel partner for the AirIQ solution. AirIQ will utilize Siemens products across the breadth of its markets including AirIQ service for Fleets, Vehicle Finance, Consumer Vehicles and Personal Tracking.

"This agreement will enable customers to purchase a complete product service offering from two of the top names in the mobile communications Automated Vehicle Location space," said Peter Fowler, Siemens Energy and Automation, Inc. "The Siemens Module runs on the current digital GSM/GPRS networks, and will allow for further advancements in this market space."

Through Siemens M2M One, Siemens Wireless Modules produces both modules and terminals, and offers comprehensive integration and sales support services, combining technology and service in a one-stop machine-to-machine solution.

Technorati Tags: GPS Personal Tracking, GPS Vehicle Tracking, New GPS Tracking Devices, Airiq, Siemens, M2m, Fleet management, Tracking devices

u-blox to Unveil New Galileo-Ready GPS Chip

admin — Wed, 31 Jan 2007 07:42:30 +0000

From ABI Research

u-blox AG will unveil u-blox 5, a GPS and Galileo-ready chip featuring an acquisition performance of less than one second, at the 3GSM World Congress in Barcelona.

3GSM, which runs from 12-15 February, is one of the world’s largest telecommunications trade fairs and is expected to attract more than 60,000 visitors this year, providing a unique opportunity for mobile network providers, product manufacturers and distributors to meet and exchange views.

u-blox will be promoting its u-blox 5 chip at the event. The new technology boasts an acquisition and tracking sensitivity of -160 dBm that enables indoor coverage, a 50-channel engine and a power consumption of less than 50 mW. Its energy efficiency and tracking sensitivity make it ideal for GPS-enabled mobile phones and other battery-operated portable devices that operate in difficult indoor environments like shopping malls, train stations and urban canyons.

u-blox will also be showcasing recent innovations like AssistNow(r) services, u-blox’ end-to-end A-GPS solutions that enhance receiver performance, enabling instant positioning anywhere, at anytime. AssistNow services make the long waiting times usually associated with standard GPS acquisition performance a thing of the past, even in difficult signal conditions. The recently introduced AssistNow Offline provides assistance data valid for up to 14 days, which is stored in the GPS receiver. This enables the receiver to compute a position instantly without having to connect to a mobile network at start-up to download the data, as is the case with typical A-GPS services.

“The combination of u-blox high performance GPS receivers with our recently launched AssistNow services ensures our users benefit from accurate, instant positioning anywhere, at anytime,” said Thomas Seiler, u-blox CEO. “AssistNow services enable a wide range of uses including E-911 and E-112 applications and location based services. u-blox 5 products support the OMA SUPL, RRLP and RRC standards and thus offer global interoperability”.

Technorati Tags: New GPS Tracking Devices, Ublox, Galileo, Assistnow, Gps receivers

Blue Sky Network’s Satellite-Based Asset Tracking Ships

admin — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 17:36:19 +0000

D2000M/MD Provides Instant Vehicle and Vessel Location Anywhere on Earth.

Blue Sky Network, the global logistics solution provider for two-way linking and managing transportation assets via satellite, today announced that it has begun initial shipments of its D2000M/MD product line. This conveniently sized satellite terminal provides customers with real-time position reporting of land-based vehicles and water-based vessels over the Iridium satellite network, as well as two-way messaging capabilities and GPS mapping, including Google Earth integration, courtesy of Blue Sky Network’s interactive Web portal, SkyRouter.

The D2000M/MD addresses the needs of mobile asset managers including those working with large/small trucks, tractor-trailers, lone-workers, container ships and more. With its lightweight 2.2-pound form factor, it makes the most of limited storage space available on many transportation assets. Additionally, since its battery runs over 24 hours in a single charge, users without access to electricity can still maintain constant communication with their dispatch offices.

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GE Security Unveils Next Gen Container Security Solution

admin — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 09:12:31 +0000

From ABI Research

The container security device is positioned inside an intermodal cargo container and registers any opening of the container door. Fixed and handheld readers at critical points along the supply chain collect container status from the device and report it.

GE Security and its global partners today announced the release of the latest version of the CommerceGuard System, which is designed to further increase security of cargo containers and ports by addressing dangerous vulnerabilities in today’s global supply chain.

Version 3.0 extends CommerceGuard’s container security system with new, ultra rugged readers; automated XML data feeds for use by customers to track the status and location of their shipments, and a secure protocol for highly reliable wireless messaging. Security is assured by encrypting all data communications and authenticating all hardware transactions and authorized users. Extensive lab and field tests conducted by independent third parties show wireless communications for the system exceed 99% reliability, and the sensor detects container breaches with a false positive rate that is less than 1 percent.

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Capstone Mobile Selects GE864-Quad for Fleet Tracking Application

admin — Wed, 24 Jan 2007 17:21:28 +0000

Telit Wireless Solutions, Inc., the US-based m2m mobile technology arm of Telit Communications, today announced that Capstone Mobile has signed a supply agreement with Telit. Telit’s module will be used in Capstone Mobile’s fleet tracking devices to enable mobile monitoring and tracking of high value assets.

Capstone Mobile has developed a system that allows customers to manage their vehicle fleets and view tracking information on portable devices such as laptops and PDAs. Useful for not only monitoring fleets of vehicles, this application will monitor the fleets for critical factors such as temperature and humidity level changes, breaches in containers, and, based on variances, recommend environmental adjustments.

“Telit’s modules possess the ability to be both backwards compatible and easily programmable,” said Scott Williamson, Vice President of Capstone Mobile. “Telit is at the top of a launching industry. The need for critical data has never been greater, and Telit has provided the ideal solution for our needs.”

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