Short for Global Positioning System, GPS is a satellite based navigation system formed by 24 satellites that orbit the Earth, making it possible for people with ground receivers to pinpoint their geographic location.  Originally developed as a military application by the U.S. Department of Defense, GPS is now available for general use throughout the world.

The transition of GPS applications from the military to civilian segment has resulted in a plethora of consumer products that have infiltrated many aspects of contemporary society.  Environmentalists, entrepreneurs, law enforcement agencies, pet owners and concerned parents have come to depend on some variation of GPS tracking systems for their personal and business needs.

What is GPS Tracking?

GPS tracking is a technology designed to monitor the movements of people and assets with precise timing and accuracy.  GPS tracking devices are available in two different modes, passive and active, the latter commonly called “real-time”.  Passive GPS tracking units maintain records of routes traveled which can then be downloaded onto a computer and viewed at a later time using the manufacturer’s software.  Real- time GPS tracking systems collect the same information, but transmit data in “real- time” to a computer via cellular or satellite networks.

Uses of GPS Tracking Technology

As previously stated, GPS now serves a diversity of markets since its graduation from exclusive military use.  The transportation industry relies on GPS systems to track and record the location, speed and mileage of company vehicles.  Police officers have employed the use of GPS vehicle tracking for suspect surveillance.  Concerned parents of teen drivers achieve peace of mind in knowing where their teens are going and how fast they are driving.  School districts have installed GPS tracking devices in their buses for safety and efficiency.  GPS tracking has also gone recreational, taking a more adventursome route down rivers, hiking trails and bike paths, allowing modern navigators to re-trace those special journeys and re-live their vacation experiences.

GPS Tracking Technology by LandAirSea

LandAirSea Systems, Inc. has long been a leading manufacturer of powerfully engineered GPS tracking systems, devices and software, with over 100,000 products sold in over 20 countries.  LandAirSea provides passive and “real- time” systems for vehicle tracking, fleet tracking, asset tracking, teen tracking and mapping tracks—user friendly products with unique, advanced features that boast superior technology, quality design and ease of application.

The widespread acceptance of GPS in the civilian market has invited opportunistic newcomers to jump on its bandwagon for a slice of the novelty.  Today’s consumer is bedazzled by a wide assortment of multi-functional GPS tracking devices ranging from simple hand-held navigation tools to more elaborate and costly real-time systems.

What sets LandAirSea apart from its competitors is its fourteen years of experience pioneering GPS technology.  Rather than use “off the shelf” GPS receivers as do many manufacturers, LandAirSea custom designs its GPS receivers to offer “on-board” data logging capabilities.

Passive GPS Tracking Units manufactured by LandAirSea are designed to record data second-by-second, whereby their competition’s counterparts offer updates of five seconds or more, resulting in less frequent accountability.  Longer hours of continuous tracking, greater reception sensitivity, faster recording frequency and animated replaying capabilities are among the many features that make LAS’s passive tracking devices the preferred choice among consumers.

Remote/Real Time GPS Tracking Devices manufactured by LandAirSea have the significant advantage of built-in passive recording.  Currently, LandAirSea is the only company that offers true real-time transmission—i.e. second-by-second live monitoring– with our unlimited data plan.  Under this plan, the user can optionally remove the device and download the data through an accessory cable.  This is a critical tool for determining what happened between two specific data points.  Currently unavailable through other GPS based manufacturers, this unique, hybrid technology provides customers with the convenience of remote access combined with the accountability of second-by-second recording.

LandAirSea is constantly exploring new innovations to remain progressive in a world of ever changing technology.  From conceptualization to actualization, all of LandAirSea’s GPS tracking systems undergo extensive pre-development research and testing to guarantee quality products that deliver quality results.

GPS technology is fast becoming a more affordable solution for a wide range of functionalities.  The miniaturization of GPS tracking devices along with an increase in the satellite imagery resolution promises GPS applications that will go beyond navigation and location determination.

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