GPS tracking devices are able to be pin-pointed on a map – making it easier to keep track of people, cars, boats or assets. Tracking devices are common for vehicle tracking – ensuring that fleet logistics run more efficiently for example, or that stolen cars can quickly be located.
Another rapidly growing use for GPS tracking devices is personal use. GPS Tracking devices for people are small gadgets carried by a person – either in a pocket, a bag or perhaps strapped to a wrist (e.g. the GPS Tracker Watch) or worn round the neck on a lanyard (e.g. the GPSX2). GPS tracking devices give freedom to the person by allowing them to be tracked should they get lost – and reassurance to anyone caring for them, who will be able to track them via a text message or online.
Click here to see our short tutorial video about what GPS tracking devices can do.
You can also click here to learn more about how to use GPS Tracking devices.
Below is a quick summary, followed by what you need to use a GPS tracking device.
GPS Tracking Device for Children
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The GPS Tracking Device for Children is also a mini mobile phone as well as a powerful GPS tracking device. Its also robust and tamper-proof.
- Location SMS – text the GPS tracking device to receive location coordinates, which can then be put into Google Maps to show very accurately the location of the GPS tracker. If you have a smart phone, clicking on a link in the auto-reply text will take you direct to a map.
- Live online tracking – called GPRS, you can set the GPS tracking device up to be tracked live via an online website (no extra charge!)
- SOS button – allows the child to alert others if they are lost – a text is then sent, and the pre-programmed number is called
- 2 way calling – calling the GPS tracker allows you to speak to your child – just like a mobile phone. The GPS tracking device can have four phone numbers programmed in to be called when the relevant buttons on the front are pressed.
- Remote listening – text a command to the GPS tracking device for it to call back and allow remote listening via its in-built microphone
Read more about the GPS tracker for children here.
GPS Tracking Watch
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The GPS Tracking Watch is a watch, mobile phone and powerful GPS tracking device. It is a popular GPS tracking device for elderly people and travellers, as it can be easily worn.
- Easily worn – worn around the wrist, offering immediate access to its SOS and call buttons
- Location SMS – text the tracking device to receive location coordinates
- SOS button – allows the carrier to alert others if they are lost – a text is then sent, and the pre-programmed number is called
- Live online tracking – called GPRS, you can set the GPS tracking device up to be tracked live via an online website (no extra charge!)
- 2 way calling – calling the watch allows the caller to speak to the wearer – just like a mobile phone. The watch can have two phone numbers programmed in to be called when the “Call 1″ and “Call 2″ buttons on the side are pressed.
- Remote listening – text a command to the GPS tracking device watch for it to call back and allow remote listening via its in-built microphone
- Geo-Fencing – the watch GPS tracking device can alert the pre-programmed number if moving a certain distance
Read more about the GPS Tracking Device Watch here.
GPS Mobile Phone Tracking Device
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The GPS Mobile Phone Tracker is a fully functioning mobile phone as well as a powerful GPS tracking device. It is a popular GPS tracker for elderly people who also want to use a mobile phone.
- Fully functioning mobile phone – 2 way calling, texting, phone book
- Location SMS – text the mobile phone GPS tracking device to receive instant location coordinates
- SOS button – allows the carrier to alert others if they are lost – a text is then sent, and the pre-programmed number is called
- FM Radio – with a switch of a button, an FM radio with preset stations
- Remote listening – text a command to the mobile phone GPS tracking device for it to call back and allow remote listening via its in-built microphone
- Live online tracking – called GPRS, you can set the GPS tracking device up to be tracked live via an online website (no extra charge!)
- Geo-Fencing – the mobile phone GPS tracking device can alert the pre-programmed number if moving a certain distance
- Flashlight – a switch on the side activates a powerful LED flashlight
Read more about the Mobile Phone GPS tracking device here.
GPS Tracking Devices requirements
GPS tracking devices require a SIM card to be used. The tracking devices utilise GSM signals just like mobile phones to send their SMS location text messages, and make outgoing calls to the programmed phone numbers. Because the tracking devices use SIM cards, its important to make sure that the SIM has enough credit to send texts and make calls. If travelling internationally, the SIM must have “roaming” enabled.
It is also important to remember that the GPS tracking devices also rely on a GPS signal – these signals are much stronger when outdoors. Indoors, the signal may be weak (giving a less accurate reading) or nonexistent.
Our GPS tracking devices are all sold in an attractive gift box, with batteries, manuals, USB leads for charging and UK plugs.
If you have any questions about our GPS tracking devices, please get in touch. We’ll respond to your enquiry as soon as possible.