Definitive GPS Device Guide: What's Out There and What It Does

GPS tracking devices are now very popular tracking tools. While this software was accessible to only those in the military it is now free for anybody to use. Portable GPS navigators and compact GPS trackers come with a range of devices that serve a range of functions.

There is a range of functions that GPS navigators can do, from pinpointing people's exact location on a map, following people's movements in real time, keep the people close to you safe and even stop you from being tracked.

So what is out there and what is it capable of? Let’s examine things more closely
   
* GPS Tracker

GPS Trackers are tools that use the GPS system to keep track of the precise location of a car, person where the device is attached to. This GPS information is either stored on the unit’s internally memory or transmitted to your PC in real-time by radio, satellite or through a mobile GSM network.

there is a wide range of GPS traking devices and if you intend to buying one, you should keep an eye out for certain specifications that will help you with your purchase. These specifications include:

*Accuracy
*Sensitivity
*Frequency of sampling points
*Power sources
*Reliability
*Type and Availability of software used

Users however, should think of the legal consequences when utilizing a GPS tracker. It is illegal to put a tracker on a person or car without their knowledge, unless you’re the parent of the minor or the owner of the car. Even law enforcement officials need to have a search warrant before they can install a GPS tracker to a suspect’s car.

* GPS Tracker with SOS Calling / GSM Capabilities

A certain range of GPS tracker units have a slot for a SIM card. This is used to send a SMS if the person goes outside of a certain perimeter/ allows the person to call you if you get in trouble. You can utilize such tools to let you know as soon as a pet, elderly family member, minor or a car goes missing, then you can follow their location in real time with information from the tracking unit.

These devices can also be set to send out GPS locations at regular intervals, anything from five minutes and more.
 
* GPS Logger

Not all GPS trackers send back information in real time, there are those like GPS loggers that do not transmit. What they do instead is to store GPS information at certain times then keep the information in its memory banks. This information can later be gathered by you by plugging the device into your computer.

If you are purchasing the GPS logger for your own use, you should examine which type of internal memory the device has and how you can access it. These GPS trackers are packaged with either a memory card or internal flash memory and can usually be accessed via a USB connection. What software is compatible with the device is also another worthy question.

It is important to be just as discrete with a GPS logger as you would be with a GPS tracker, especially if it is used without the tracked person or the car owner’s knowledge and consent.

* GPS Photo Tagger

Would you like to keep track of your photos easier by assigning them with geographical details? Then make use of a GPS photo tagger. The process, which is also known as geotagging, is to embed your photos with time, latitude, longitude and even altitude information. You can do this by integrating a small GPS photo tagger that is compatible with your digital camera.

This is a great way to categorize and organize your photos and easily locate them through their geotags. You can also upload them to the Internet and have them plotted on an interactive world map – telling you the precise location and time the photo was taken.

* GPS Location Finder

Are you the type of person that has difficulties finding where they parked their cars or how to get back to their starting point when looking for a place or establishment? Then despair not as a GPS location finder may be the right tool for you. This handy device can save the location of your car or starting point at the push of a button. If you want to go back to this location, the GPS location finder can guide you towards this save location with flashing arrows that changes color to tell you if you’re near or veering away.

These GPS location finder devices can be bought as a stand-alone device or as a 4-in-1 tool that present four different functions such as a GPS receiver, location finder, a data logger, and a photo tagger by simply installing the appropriate software. This is a great tool to have for all your navigational and tracking needs – without putting too much strain on your pocket.