I believe there was a discussion about building such a device here a few weeks back... seems like a real nice to have.
---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Tom Knauff <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Tue, 4 Mar 2008 15:58:02 -0700 Subject: Newsletter Mar 4 To: By now, you have probably heard about SPOT, the new, low cost gadget that reports your GPS position every few minutes so others know where you are. This is really exciting technology. Our first supply is on order, so we should have units in stock in a few days. Suggested retail price is $169, but our price is $149.00 An inexpensive annual fee is required. See their web site at: www.findmespot.com SPOT. The World's First Satellite Messenger. With the SPOT Satellite Messenger, you and your loved ones have peace of mind knowing help is always within reach. SPOT is the only device of its kind, using the GPS satellite network to acquire its coordinates, and then sending its location with a link to Google Maps, and a pre-programmed message via a commercial satellite network.. And unlike Personal Locator Beacons, SPOT does more than just call for help. Tracking your progress, checking in with loved ones, and non-emergency assistance are also available, all at the push of a button. And because it uses 100% satellite technology, SPOT works around the world : even where cell phones don't. Thomas Knauff [EMAIL PROTECTED] phone 814 355 2483 fax 814 355 2633 www.eglider.org Sign up for our free newsletter.
