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Step III GPS GSM tracking from Falcom

Jul 8, 2007 gps navigation, tracking 13 Comments

STEPP III is an easy to install GSM/GPRS/GPS tracking terminal from Falcom with an embedded software application designed to be a high volume, low-cost, flexible system solutions for fleet management, vehicle security and recovery and other related areas. Step III embeds a quad Band GSM/GPRS core, high-sensitivity 20-channel GPS receiver, and a 3D-motion sensor.

The device is completely self-contained and battery-powered system with a stand-alone software that provides location based applications.

The tracking functionality of the embedded mobile client application is combined with variety of alert messaging capabilities. The configurable alert messages contain current position and status report. The system also lets you detect the ignition line and main power (car battery) failure, and so you may take precautions in time. Nevertheless, if the external power source fails, the internal rechargeable 1100 mAh Li-Polymer battery provides continuous operation for about 10-12 hours.

Step III even allows for an hidden microphone and it is capable of transmitting voice, SMS, and data wirelessly and even handle TCP/IP connections… (product pdf)

Mambo II GPS tracking with GSM and bluetooth

Jun 22, 2007 bluetooth, gps navigation, phones, tracking 14 Comments

Falcom is a German company that specialize in wireless communication solutions. One of their consumer products is the new Mambo II, an advanced personal tracker. Mambo II is a quad-band GSM/GPRS phone that integrates a 20 channel low-power GPS receiver to meet your tracking needs.

It has a helix GPS antenna for to provide a better reception for the SiRF Star III chip and a powerful 1300mAh Li-Ion battery that lasts a looong time thanks to the 3D motion detector. It even has bluetooth so you can pair it up with your PDA or laptop to get navigation, or just in your vehicle to use your car’s speakers. Mambo II also complies with ZigBee for indoor tracking and communication with keyfobs. Another convenient feature is the fact that it recharges and transmits through mini-USB!

When Mambo II receives signals from at least 4 satellites it can determine its location, speed, and direction, and transmit this data to your current ISP – enabling you to follow your Mambo II from any PC using the Trace4You website in real time. The position of the device can also be received via SMS or e-mail upon request, and a geofence can be setup using the web interface.

We have no info on pricing or availability just yet.

Woot’s done it again: 7″ GPS navigation with 20GB HDD for $250

Jun 7, 2007 gps navigation 9 Comments

HacVision Cease & Desist is not familiar to us but at the end of the day it is a GPS navigation with 20GB hard disk space and a huge 7″ touchscreen. (If you want to do some research about you should search Nextar MN2607 – that seems to be actual model name). You know the rules with Woot – once it is gone it is gone.

Here are the specs:

• Large 7″ 16:9 touch-screen color display with 800×480 resolution
• Falcom JP7-t GPS chipset based on the SiRFstarIIe/LP
• OS: modified version of KLinux
• Samsung S3C2410 200Mhz ARM920T based processor
• Hitachi Travelstar 2.5″ 4200RPM ATA Hard Drive
• 64MB Hynix SDRAM Built-in
• Sleek, blue LED backlit keypad
• Universal Mounting Bracket
• Turn by turn voice navigation
• Auto recalculate when miss a turn
• 2006 NAVTEQ US maps loaded on hard drive
• Updated firmware version 3.4 Build 1.7.3.24
• 2 Million points of interest including restaurants and gas stations
• Quick installation and removal from any windshield or smooth surface
• 20GB drive gives you lots of room for your MP3 collection
• Audio out cable allows you to connect to other devices with RCA inputs
• USB 2.0 and USB host ports
• Built-in speakers
• External antenna
• MP3 player
• Dimensions: 2.3 x 4.68 x 8.54 (LxHxW)
• Inputs: 1 x USB (PC), 1 x USB(Accessory), 1 x Barrel(Power)
• Outputs: 1 x RCA (Audio)

Before committing you should also read about other Nextar products we’ve mentioned. Nextar 2707 looks very similar to this one.

MAMBO – GPS tracker and mobile phone

Feb 13, 2007 bluetooth, gps navigation, tracking 1 Comment

Manufactured by German Falcom, the MAMBO is a personal GPS tracker and a tri-band GSM/GPRS phone. The device uses a 20-channel SiRF Star III GPS receiver, and even features bluetooth for both data and voice communication.

Just like most other GPS tracking devices we’ve talked about the MAMBO also has an alarm button:

In the event of an emergency, the person who carries the FALCOM MAMBO can activate it by pressing a touch button on the unit’s surface. Upon activation the equipment uses the GPS signals to define its positions, and sends a SMS message with its location information or performs a voice call to the predefined number via the GSM network. The FALCOM MAMBO based on the TCP/IP protocol is also able to be monitored as real time over the internet or to send an e-mail to the predefined email address.

It has two battery options – one with 1700mAh and the other with 850mAh. In either case you can trust the on board built-in 3 axis motion sensor to conserve battery. And if MAMBO wasn’t enough, Falcom is getting ready to release MAMBO2, a new GPS / GSM tracker that is even better (pictured right) that is expected to be available as soon as spring of this year. MAMBO2 will also act as a navigation tool.

We’ve contacted the manufacturer to see their pricing options. We’ll keep you updated.