CES 2012 is on at the moment in Las Vegas. Here is a quick look at some of the new gadgets that have added GPS functionality. Recon Instruments have launched GPS enabled Ski Goggles that allow the user to create an augmented reality experience for Ski Slopes. Overlaying points of interest with along with tracking your speed, altitude and GPS location this looks like a cool device. Recon hopes to eventually craft the first pair of goggles with a real-time navigational system.
Pet trackers - If you want to know where your cat or dog goes, Tagg, a GPS tracker for your pet's collar could be a good solution. A tiny GPS tracker clipped to pet collars will send an SMS or email to your smartphone should they wander outside of a prescribed geofence. Battery life is always an issue with these type devices but Tagg suggest you will get 30 days.
Ford Car Telematics - Ford has showcased Escort Live which lets you know which areas are known to be high risk speed trap zones. While many GPS devices already do this the Ford product shows the growing interest car manufacturers have in putting telematics solutions in vehicles and keeping the car company connected with the customer throughout the life of the vehicle and not just at the purchase point
Garmin Approach G6 GPS Golf - In preparation for the golfing season Garmin has launched a slim glove-friendly GPS device weighing just over three ounces that comes preloaded with over 25,000 worldwide courses. The battery in the device gives golfers the opportunity for an entire weekend's worth of play on one charge. The Approach G6 is the ultimate instrument for the serious player. Track your complete round of golf with accuracy.
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