Global Positioning System (GPS) stories - Page 4
The latest and greatest from TomTom
Tue, 3rd Jul 2012
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TomTom introduces the Via 620, a new study revealing the favourite Kiwi holiday spot and Mapshare for New Zealanders on the move.
Start-up sessions: itravelnz
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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In a new column, IT Brief editor Angelique Jurd looks at a promising start-up that’s creating and innovating with technology.
GeoSmart expands to Australia
Thu, 25th Aug 2011
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GeoSmart, a NZ firm, launches live traffic services in Australia, aiding motorists with info on road incidents and optimal routes.
Businesses missing electronic marketing opportunities
Mon, 8th Aug 2011
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NZ businesses overlook the marketing gold of social media 'check-ins', squandering both praise and the chance to address criticism.
Teensurance
Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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Teensurance stirs debate in the US, taking teen driving surveillance to new heights with GPS tracking, dividing opinion on safety vs privacy.
Edgy new voices for Tomtom
Fri, 1st Jul 2011
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TomTom introduces downloadable GPS voices including popular radio duo from New Zealand, Fletch and Vaughan. No pranks promised!.
How to buy a GPS
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Buying a GPS? Our guide with expert Hayden Jones covers the essentials from screen size to updates, ensuring you choose the right one.
Vodafone to map farmers at Fieldays
Tue, 31st May 2011
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Vodafone will track 200 farmers' movements at Fieldays using GPS and its mobile network to improve future visitor experiences, site layouts, and traffic flow.
TomTom launches live traffic updates
Mon, 18th Oct 2010
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TomTom has launched Live Services in New Zealand, offering real-time traffic updates, safety camera reporting, and weather forecasts for Go Live GPS users.
Tom Tom searches for NZ's most iconic Kiwi accent
Tue, 28th Sep 2010
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GPS maker TomTom launches ‘Be the Voice of New Zealand’ to find the most iconic Kiwi accent for their units. Enter or vote at www.bethevoice.co.nz.
Google launches Android Voice Actions
Mon, 16th Aug 2010
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Google unveils Voice Actions for Android, revolutionising how you interact with your phone using just your voice.
Review: Tom Tom XXL 550
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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There’s nothing about the TomTom XL 550 that means you should rush out and upgrade if you’re an existing user.
Use your iPhone to dodge parking officers
Thu, 29th Jul 2010
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Stay one step ahead of parking officers with ParkPatrol's latest iPhone update, leveraging GPS and push notifications to dodge fines worldwide.
GOOGLE UNDER INVESTIGATION FOR PRIVACY BLUNDER
Thu, 1st Jul 2010
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NZ Police probe Google over accusations of collecting private data via Street View cars, raising global privacy concerns.
RIGHT ON TRACK
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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TracMap, NZ's agricultural GPS leader, boosts farm productivity by dominating its sector and showing significant export growth.
Chill out with Snoop Dogg’s original voice on board TomTom GPS
Mon, 15th Feb 2010
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Navigate with flair as Snoop Dogg's iconic voice guides you on TomTom GPS, adding a cool twist to your journey.
Doctors quick to adopt NZ-developed service
Fri, 15th Jan 2010
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New Zealand-developed SureMed, designed by Konnect, has swiftly gained traction with over 250 GP practices and six insurers in just two months.
[Update]CES: LG smartphone unveiled
Fri, 8th Jan 2010
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LG has officially announced its LG GW990 – a smartphone that will run Intel’s powerful Moorestown CPU – at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.
PHILIPS VENT MOUNT FOR IPHONE
Sun, 1st Nov 2009
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Philips releases a GBP £39.95 vent mount for iPhones, offering hands-free GPS access with 360-degree swivel, available at major retailers like Harvey Norman.
GPS-on-phones driving ban in doubt, says TomTom
Mon, 28th Sep 2009
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TomTom clarifies that the new Road User Amendment doesn't ban GPS on phones, countering fears over app usage while driving in NZ.