| GPS trackers have become ever so popular with | | | | on a memory stick that you can download once you |
| consumers over the past few years. The advantages | | | | get access to a computer. |
| of owning a real time GPS tracking device are many | | | | 3. Service Plan Charge? If you decide to buy a good |
| for individuals and businesses. For example, as a | | | | quality tracking device, you may need to pay a |
| business you can track your company equipment, | | | | monthly or quarterly service plan charge. Make sure |
| vehicles and other assets. As a family, you can track | | | | you receive the following service plan with your GPS |
| your child's whereabouts, your pet, your motorbike and | | | | device. You should be able to track on line using a |
| of course your vehicle. | | | | web interface that tells you; the locations of one or |
| If you are shopping around for a GPS tracker the | | | | multiple units at any given time, accurate tracking |
| following are a list of tips that should come in handy. | | | | history, generate activity reports, receive alerts when |
| | | | the device enters a specific area and live speed, |
| 1. Discreet. It is obvious to say the least, that you'll want | | | | direction and altitude of the device. Some retailers may |
| a real time tracking device that is small and easy to | | | | add synchronization of your cellphone with the real |
| install. The last thing you'll want is a device that is big, | | | | time GPS tracking device. |
| and easily discovered. It kind of defeats the objective? | | | | 4. Rebates. If they are available use the offers. Some |
| 2. Contract. You will find that a lot of real time devices | | | | real time devices have rebate offers of $100 or more! |
| come with a service contract that you end up paying | | | | This is a cost saver in the long run. |
| on a monthly basis. So if you don't really require a real | | | | 5. Indoors. Most live tracking systems do not work |
| time tracking system, it's better to purchase a passive | | | | indoors. So if you are purchasing one with the intent |
| device that records location, travel distance and trails | | | | that it will work indoors, you might be disappointed. |