Archive for February 4th, 2010
« Previous EntriesPutting The GPS To The Test (WFMY News 2 Greensboro)
Thursday, February 4th, 2010Imagine several GPS’s giving you different directions at the same time. We tested three major brands–that were recently updated or relatively new–and we’re lucky we found our way back to the station!
Airport GPS system still uncertified due to tower (Fairview Post)
Thursday, February 4th, 2010The recently installed GPS navigation system at the Fairview Airport to help pilots doing instrument approaches, take-offs and landings is now having problems getting certified at a useful level.
High Performance A22 GPS Antenna (AG Weekly)
Thursday, February 4th, 2010Agricultural vehicles and equipment typically generate electrical “noise” and interference, which can compromise the performance of an antenna. The new A22 GPS antenna has improved noise mitigation characteristics providing strong performance in difficult radio frequency environments.
Google Maps Accidentally Removes Send to Garmin GPS Feature (Search Engine Roundtable)
Thursday, February 4th, 2010A Google Maps Help thread reports that Google accidentally removed the send feature to Garmin GPS. Here is an old video that shows how that worked: The bug was first reported on January 31st and a Googler replied a day or so ago, saying: I wanted to let you all know that the Maps team is aware of this issue and is working to fix the feature soon. I know this is an important feature for several …
Boston police warn Allston-Brighton residents about GPS crimes (Allston-Brighton Tab)
Thursday, February 4th, 2010Boston D-14 Police are warning residents not to leave GPS units in their cars, as they are being stolen from vehicles at “an alarming rate.”