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extra-made garage · 01-04-2007, 03:51 PM

Hey Guys,
Just a show of interest. I'm looking into sourcing and distributing Gps tracking security systems based on Sirfiii technology. Main features include tracking vehicles in real-time via computer(pc or laptop), cellphone with text messaging,etc. There are some systems that are small enough to track people also. Compared to Lo-jack system, it may cost much less, there will be no monthly charges and the owner tracks his/her own vehicle, therefore cutting down-time notifying the authorities and so on.

I've been on the market myself for such a system, but the high cost and monthly fees of brands kept me away.

Being skeptical myself, I will be testing the first system on my own vehicle, and hopefully posting a video on youtube.com or something.
Right now, I'm just waiting for manufacturers' reply and gathering information.

Let me know what you guys think.

Wei240 · 01-04-2007, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by extra-made garage

There are some systems that are small enough to track people

that'll be cool,

it's like, where have you been bitch!!! haha

but in seriousness, if the price is right, people will buy

Slidin240Wayz · 01-04-2007, 04:26 PM

I am interested.

Carlos

mestizo · 01-04-2007, 04:42 PM

i would be interested let us know what u find out and the cost of this thanks!

drifts135 · 01-04-2007, 05:02 PM

<-- Interested.

sky53line · 01-04-2007, 05:23 PM

For the right price im interested.

extra-made garage · 01-04-2007, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by extra-made garage

There are some systems that are small enough to track people also.

Extra-made doesn't take responsibility if the system is used to stalk your ex-girlfriends or boyfriends,lol

Triadz101 · 01-04-2007, 05:56 PM

US based or worldwide??

***S14DB*** · 01-04-2007, 05:57 PM

How does it relay the tracking information?

redsuns3838 · 01-04-2007, 06:02 PM

would this be similar to the viper GPS system?

I would probably be interested, Just that extra re-assurance if your car gets stolen then you would probably be able to find it.

extra-made garage · 01-05-2007, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Triadz101

US based or worldwide??

These will be worldwide using all GPS satellites on internet maps...

extra-made garage · 01-05-2007, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S14DB

How does it relay the tracking information?

These will notify the user via pc with internet connection, or by SMS text messaging.

Keebler · 01-05-2007, 06:29 PM

this does sound interesting

extra-made garage · 01-05-2007, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by redsuns3838

would this be similar to the viper GPS system?

I would probably be interested, Just that extra re-assurance if your car gets stolen then you would probably be able to find it.

I am looking into car alarms with gps tracking and stand alone gps tracking systems. Viper uses Canada and US maps only? With the units I'm looking at, they will be able to track worldwide using world internet maps. One Big feature is that I am hoping to sell these without a monthly subscription fee or annual fee.

***S14DB*** · 01-05-2007, 07:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by extra-made garage

These will notify the user via pc with internet connection, or by SMS text messaging.

I mean how does the car connect to the interweb for free?

extra-made garage · 01-05-2007, 07:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S14DB

I mean how does the car connect to the interweb for free?

Of course internet will not be free unless you use a friend's computer...

Your questions kind of vague, be more specific.

***S14DB*** · 01-05-2007, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by extra-made garage

Of course internet will not be free unless you use a friend's computer...

My car uses my friends computer?

Aoshi112 · 01-05-2007, 08:15 PM

i'm interested.

Jung918 · 01-05-2007, 08:23 PM

It's not a alarm I'm guessing. It's just a tracking unit. You log on and find your vehicle using the GPS satellites. I'm interested. Does it need to be installed by a certified installer?

extra-made garage · 01-06-2007, 06:47 PM

^_^No, this will be easy enough for anybody that knows how to use simple tools.^_^

chlatboy · 01-07-2007, 02:31 AM

give us a price range and when we can buy cuz too many cars being stolen is making me paranoid!

kdashy · 01-07-2007, 02:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S14DB

I mean how does the car connect to the interweb for free?

The car probably sends a signal to the satellite where you can check with a computer, the gps unit in the car is not connected to the internet.

***S14DB*** · 01-07-2007, 02:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kdashy

The car probably sends a signal to the satellite where you can check with a computer, the gps unit in the car is not connected to the internet.

Well a satellite hookup costs a monthly fee.

extra-made garage · 01-07-2007, 08:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by S14DB

Well a satellite hookup costs a monthly fee.

Hopefully, the only fee one has to pay is airtime on a cellphone sim card. From what I've seen so far, all individualized units come with its own software to be used with a pc.

extra-made garage · 01-07-2007, 08:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jung918

It's not a alarm I'm guessing. It's just a tracking unit. You log on and find your vehicle using the GPS satellites. I'm interested. Does it need to be installed by a certified installer?

I'm also looking into units with alarm also. So when the car alarm is tripped, you can be notified, and the GPS can start tracking.

silverarrow27 · 01-07-2007, 11:35 AM

Test it in the mountains and test it in underground garages, if it passes I may consider getting myself one as well!

And I will say this now, haven't seen a gps unit that has no monthly fees or annual fees yet. And then you also have to pay for how many times you can check on your car's whereabouts whether it's through phone or computer like Clarion I think...Viper may be the same.

Pstl_pete · 01-07-2007, 12:21 PM

FYI,

There is a product out there that does this already. Its called GPS SNitch. (http://gps-snitch.com) is brand new to the market and I just got a unit from them.

Its portable so you dont need to wire it into your car, the downside is you need to recharge it every once in a while. However, the tracking that you get online is pretty awesome. It can alert you via cellphone if it senses movement and a whole bunch of cool jazz.

This does have monthly fees but I dont really see how you are going to be able to omit that.

Jefferson · 01-07-2007, 03:30 PM

I might be interested pending price
Sounds very interesting

Cash · 01-07-2007, 05:15 PM

Is it kinda like this?

http://www.sharperimage.com/us/en/ca...uct/sku__MT200

lonelydrifter · 01-07-2007, 08:30 PM

With no monthly fee and GPS range that would be awesome and I would definately buy one. Hurry and figure it out or im just gonna go buy a tracking device from a spy shop.

01-04-2007, 03:51 PM	#1
extra-made garage Zilvia Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Atlanta Posts: 238 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Guaging interest: GPS Tracking Security Hey Guys, Just a show of interest. I'm looking into sourcing and distributing Gps tracking security systems based on Sirfiii technology. Main features include tracking vehicles in real-time via computer(pc or laptop), cellphone with text messaging,etc. There are some systems that are small enough to track people also. Compared to Lo-jack system, it may cost much less, there will be no monthly charges and the owner tracks his/her own vehicle, therefore cutting down-time notifying the authorities and so on. I've been on the market myself for such a system, but the high cost and monthly fees of brands kept me away. Being skeptical myself, I will be testing the first system on my own vehicle, and hopefully posting a video on youtube.com or something. Right now, I'm just waiting for manufacturers' reply and gathering information. Let me know what you guys think. __________________ Extra Made Garage Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/emf_distrib 1-888-240-8517 Distributor for Footwerks suspension. email at [email protected] www.footwerksusa.com

01-04-2007, 04:26 PM	#3
Slidin240Wayz Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Everywhere Age: 36 Posts: 5,427 Trader Rating: (9) Feedback Score: 9 reviews	I am interested. Carlos __________________ Support Zilvia by purchasing a sticker!

01-04-2007, 05:57 PM	#9
*S14DB* AFC #1 Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: 昨晩あなたのお母さんの家 Posts: 20,181 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	How does it relay the tracking information? __________________ Comments should be taken as Opinions not as Statements of Fact

01-05-2007, 08:23 PM	#19
Jung918 Post Whore! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: CA Posts: 3,203 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	It's not a alarm I'm guessing. It's just a tracking unit. You log on and find your vehicle using the GPS satellites. I'm interested. Does it need to be installed by a certified installer? __________________ Sale: Hello Kitty Horn Button S14 Rear Valences K.Y. Gordon the Thief (Tony Chen)

01-06-2007, 06:47 PM	#20
extra-made garage Zilvia Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Atlanta Posts: 238 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	^_^No, this will be easy enough for anybody that knows how to use simple tools.^_^ __________________ Extra Made Garage Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/emf_distrib 1-888-240-8517 Distributor for Footwerks suspension. email at [email protected] www.footwerksusa.com

01-04-2007, 04:42 PM	#4
mestizo Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sacramento California Posts: 360 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	i would be interested let us know what u find out and the cost of this thanks!

01-04-2007, 05:02 PM	#5
drifts135 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Baltimore Posts: 741 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	<-- Interested.

01-04-2007, 05:23 PM	#6
sky53line Zilvia Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Joint Base Charleston Age: 31 Posts: 223 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	For the right price im interested.

01-04-2007, 05:56 PM	#8
Triadz101 Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: LaSalle Posts: 175 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	US based or worldwide??

01-04-2007, 06:02 PM	#10
redsuns3838 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: dog town Posts: 969 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	would this be similar to the viper GPS system? I would probably be interested, Just that extra re-assurance if your car gets stolen then you would probably be able to find it.

01-05-2007, 06:29 PM	#13
Keebler Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: E-land, TX Posts: 31 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	this does sound interesting

01-05-2007, 08:15 PM	#18
Aoshi112 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Cali Posts: 620 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	i'm interested.

01-07-2007, 02:31 AM	#21
chlatboy Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Somewhere Posts: 1,252 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	give us a price range and when we can buy cuz too many cars being stolen is making me paranoid! __________________ If you dont know SEARCH!!!

01-07-2007, 11:35 AM	#26
silverarrow27 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Banning, CA Posts: 1,428 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	Test it in the mountains and test it in underground garages, if it passes I may consider getting myself one as well! And I will say this now, haven't seen a gps unit that has no monthly fees or annual fees yet. And then you also have to pay for how many times you can check on your car's whereabouts whether it's through phone or computer like Clarion I think...Viper may be the same. __________________ 1989 240sx XE\|2002 Frontier SC CC LB 4wd\|2011 Pathfinder LE V8 4wd

01-07-2007, 12:21 PM	#27
Pstl_pete Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: LA,CA & Windsor, ON Posts: 443 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	FYI, There is a product out there that does this already. Its called GPS SNitch. (http://gps-snitch.com) is brand new to the market and I just got a unit from them. Its portable so you dont need to wire it into your car, the downside is you need to recharge it every once in a while. However, the tracking that you get online is pretty awesome. It can alert you via cellphone if it senses movement and a whole bunch of cool jazz. This does have monthly fees but I dont really see how you are going to be able to omit that. __________________ S14 - New SR Project http://www.speed.academy

01-07-2007, 03:30 PM	#28
Jefferson Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Orlando, Florida Posts: 394 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I might be interested pending price Sounds very interesting

01-07-2007, 05:15 PM	#29
Cash Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Atlanta, GA Age: 35 Posts: 968 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	Is it kinda like this? http://www.sharperimage.com/us/en/ca...uct/sku__MT200

01-07-2007, 08:30 PM	#30
lonelydrifter Zilvia Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: florida Age: 35 Posts: 270 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	With no monthly fee and GPS range that would be awesome and I would definately buy one. Hurry and figure it out or im just gonna go buy a tracking device from a spy shop.

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