Monthly Archives: June 2006

Garmin Awarded Location Patent

Garmin moves to open path for new uses for software – Imagine a real estate agent being able to download listings into a car’s navigation device, which would plot a route to see all the properties complete with arrival times. … Continue reading

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(USA) Towns face deadline on 911 dispatch

Towns face deadline on 911 dispatch – Several southern Maine communities must decide this week who will handle their emergency phone calls. State officials set July 1, 2006, as the deadline for communities in four counties to decide who handles … Continue reading

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New Report On Microsoft As An LBS Company

Research and Markets has added a report titled LBS Company Analysis: Microsoft to their commercial report offerings.

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Profitable European LBS Applications

Personal Navigation and Tracking Lead Profitable LBS Applications in Europe, Says Berg Insight – Berg surveyed more than 200 LBS professionals, asking which applications they have already deployed and which positioning technology they think will be the most important in … Continue reading

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Andrew Wins Middle East Geolocation Contract

Andrew Corporation has been awarded the second phase of a strategic multiyear contract from a Tier 1 operator in the Middle East for a major geolocation system deployment. The phase two contract award is valued in excess of $10 million, … Continue reading

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(USA) More Counties Grapple With E911

Minutes Count – an article about the need for rapid response and accurate information when dealing with an emergency services call. Stephens County is one of only two counties in Oklahoma without enhanced 911 coverage. Macon County Enhanced 911 Audio … Continue reading

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