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Best GPS tracker for kids in 2022

By Philip Michaels published

Our pick for the best GPS tracker for kids can help pinpoint a lost child’s location.

A fake GPS VPN location spoofer being used on an Android phone

Fake GPS: top 5 VPNs for spoofing your location

By Mo Harber-Lamond published

VPN Need to hide your GPS location? A fake GPS VPN will come in handy, and you'll also be able to stay private online and unblock content.

Garmin's new $199 running watch is perfect for beginners

Garmin's new $199 running watch is perfect for beginners

By Kate Kozuch published

Garmin Forerunner 55, a new GPS watch with beginner-friendly running feature, is available now for $199.

Amazfit T-Rex review

Amazfit T-Rex review

By Kate Kozuch published

The rugged Amazfit T-Rex is an outdoor GPS sports watch with impressive battery life that you can get for less than $150. But its bulky design and limited smarts might not be for everyone.

The Garmin Approach S40 is on sale for $199

Fore! The Garmin Approach S40 smartwatch makes par with $100 Prime Day price drop

By TJ Fink published

Amazon is offering a 33% discount on one of the best golf watches on the market. Priced at $199, it's also one of the most affordable (and fashionable) GPS wearables you can get.

Garmin Instinct review

Garmin Instinct review

By Kate Kozuch published

The $299 Garmin Instinct’s rugged design, precise GPS mapping and practical battery management make it the best adventure watch for most people.

Timex takes on Garmin and Fitbit with new GPS watch

Timex challenges Garmin and Fitbit with GPS watch that lasts 25 days on a charge

By Kate Kozuch published

Timex's new budget GPS fitness tracker could challenge Garmin and Fitbit.

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99 smartphones create virtual traffic jam in Google Maps hack

By Kate Kozuch published

A German artist dragged 99 smartphones down an empty street to generate a virtual traffic jam in Google Maps.

How to use Google Maps Incognito mode on iOS

How to use Google Maps Incognito mode on iOS

By Kate Kozuch published

Here's how to use Google Maps Incognito mode on iOS, including how to turn the location history feature on and off.

How to Use Google Assistant on Waze

By Monica Chin published

Google Assistant works on Waze. Here are some things you can ask.

Flawed GPS Tracker Lets Strangers Spy on Kids, Elderly

By Paul Wagenseil published

Chinese-made GPS tracker for kids and the elderly, sold under many names, can be compromised remotely with just a few text messages.

GPS Flaw: Security Expert Says He Won't Fly April 6

By Paul Wagenseil published

It turns out that many GPS devices, and the systems that depend on GPS timing, have a Y2K-like bug that may cause malfunctions on April 6.

14 Best Road Trip Gadgets

By Mark Spoonauer, Don Reisinger published

Keep everyone entertained, connected and safe on your next road trip with our top picks.

The Lynq Tracker Finds Family and Friends, No Fee or Phone Required

By Philip Michaels published

Lynq can give you real-time distance and direction on a tracker that doesn't need to connect to a smartphone or require a monthly subscription.

Updated Trax GPS Tracker Will Find Kids Faster

By Philip Michaels published

The Trax Play kid tracker now has better accuracy and an updated companion app that gives you ways to preserve battery life.

Spot Gen3 GPS Tracker Review

By Erik Malinowski published

Editor's Choice

With stellar emergency features and highly accurate location data, this is the GPS tracker you want with you for any serious outdoor adventure.

Spytec GL300 GPS Tracker Review

By Erik Malinowski published

Despite accurate location logging, this GPS tracker can't compete with rival devices on price or features.

Trackimo GPS Tracker Review

By Erik Malinowski published

This all-around, reasonably priced tracker is well suited for urban life, with a powerful set of features for keeping tabs on someone's location.

Google Ditches Latitude and Check-ins with New Maps App

By Jane McEntegart published

Say googbye to Latitude and check-ins and hello to offers, Zagat, and more.

Apple Looks Inwards for Future of Maps

By Tomsguide published

Apple starts working on indoor mapping with the acquisition of WiFiSlam.

Australian Firefighters Call Apple Maps 'Dangerous'

By Zak Islam published

Country Fire Authority in Australia explains mapping solution's inaccuracies.

Google Maps iOS App Downloaded 10 Million Times in 2 Days

By Zak Islam published

Google's mapping solution has remained top-downloaded app for five days.

FBI's Warrantless Searches Now Include Fake Cell Towers

By Ross A. Lincoln published

Naturally, the FBI insists this is completely legal.

FCC: All U.S. Cell Phones Should Be GPS Beginning In 2019

By Ross A. Lincoln published

It seems 911 will soon no longer be a joke in your, or anyone else's town.

How To Use Google Maps Navigation On Android

By Mark Spoonauer published

Here's a quick tutorial on how to get turn-by-turn driving directions using Google Maps in conjunction with your Android phone's GPS.

Apple Dismisses iPhone Tracking But Will Fix It

By Marcus Yam published

Nothing but a few bugs, claims Apple.

Google and Microsoft Tracking Your Location Too

By Marcus Yam published

They be tracking everybody out here.

AT&T Details 4G Plans and Sexy 4G Smartphones

By Jane McEntegart published

AT&T CEO Ralph de la Vega scored gave of the coveted keynote speeches for CES 2011’s press day and used the time to detail the company’s plans for its upcoming 4G LTE network.

iPhone GPS App Used to Track Down Stolen Car

By Marcus Yam published

Find My iPhone Found His Land Rover.

Google Maps 5 Offers 3D Maps and Offline Mode

By Jane McEntegart published

It's been five years since Google launched Google Maps for mobile and my, how it's changed. The company recently demoed Google Maps 5 for Android on a Honeycomb tablet and we were promised it would roll out to current Android users very soon.

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