Agent 99, Use The Garmin Tracking Device…

“It’s certainly as robust as anything else out there,” Gartner said.

The GTU 10’s small size means it also can generate data showing location without the individual knowing. The device is 3 inches long and weighs 1.7 ounces.

Garmin says it could attach to a dog collar. For example, the device owner could set up a “geofence” around his property and the GTU 10 unit would send an alert if the device — and dog — left and then show where it went.

Gartner said one feature of the “geofence” technology could designate an area the shape of a “10-point polygon,” rather than a simple radius from a designated point, as is the case with some tracking technology.

Tien said that capability and the device’s concealable size raise concerns about potential abuse, for example, in a domestic violence or stalking situation.

“There are fairly strict laws that prohibit people from tracking anyone other than minors under your control,” Gartner said. “There’s always a potential for abuse with most products, whether it’s prescription drugs, automobiles or guns.”

The $199.99 GTU 10 delivers its whereabouts over AT&T’s wireless network, allowing you to track it on your computer, smart phone or compatible Garmin NuLink devices.

Standard tracking provides “access to 10 points of daily track history” and will cost $49.99 a year after the first year of complimentary service. Deluxe Tracking provides more detail and can access a week’s worth of travel history for the device for $4.99 a month ($59.88 a year)

Read more: http://www.kansascity.com/2011/01/21/2601289/new-garmin-tracking-device-raises.html#ixzz1D1FwFIhH

I’m pretty sure my wife would like to have one sewn into my skin, but I’m waiting until a multi-function device can be inserted into my wrist!

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