GPS

The GPS in Australia page provides links to sites with information about GPS technology in Australia.

The Global Positioning System uses a network of satellites that transmit precise microwave signals, enabling anybody with a GPS device to pinpoint their precise location.  The satellite network, belonging to the United States Department of Defence, is available to anybody with a GPS device.  In particular, a GPS device in your car enables you to pinpoint your location and direction, and to find the best route to your destination.

There is a wide range of GPS technology on the market, and before you buy it’s important to know what sort of GPS unit will suit your needs.  So have a browse of the internet and see what your choices are before you make your decision.

GPS Information - http://www.choice.com.au/

CHOICE is a not-for-profit organisation which has been researching and campaigning on behalf of consumers since we were founded in 1959. With over 200,000 subscribers to our information products, we are the largest consumer organisation in Australia. Our aim is to tackle the issues that really matter to consumers, arming them with the information to make confident choices and lobbying for change when consumers are getting a raw deal.

Before you buy a car GPS system, think about how often you usually have to use a street directory or map when driving, and whether it’s worth spending hundreds of dollars for those occasions.

We tested 6 portable car GPS units for: in-car performance in and around Sydney, ease of use, safety instructions and warnings, recognition of interstate destinations and heat resistance - have a look at our results.

Navigation Solution Provider - http://www.tomtom.com/

TomTom NV is the world’s largest navigation solution provider. TomTom's products are developed with an emphasis on innovation, quality, ease of use and value. TomTom's products include all-in-one navigation devices which enable customers to navigate right out of the box.

TomTom PLUS is the location-based content and services offering for TomTom’s navigation products easily available through TomTom HOME. TomTom also provides navigation software products which integrate with third party devices. TomTom WORK combines industry leading communication and smart navigation technology with leading edge tracking and tracing expertise. TomTom’s products are sold through a network of leading retailers in 25 countries and online.

GPS Technology - http://www2.driveaway.com.au/

The Seymor GPS Travel Assistant is a fully personalised unit that fits in the palm of your hand and is conveniently delivered to you in Australia before you depart on your travels.

The unit can be hand-held or mounted on the windscreen. It is not much bigger than a pack of cards and has easy to use touch-screen technology!

Use it in the car, on foot or even on a bike! You don’t have to find it, Seymor will find it for you!

GPS Navigation Technology - http://www.nextdestination.com.au/

Leading the way in GPS, fitness and lifestyle distribution, Next Destination offers a wide range of lifestyle products, solutions and accessories for outdoor adventure, fitness, health, marine, navigation, communication, safety, software and GPS mapping data applications.

Whether you're travelling, hiking, four wheel driving, Geocaching, camping, boating, fishing, dirt or mountain bike riding, running, paddling or simply enjoying the great outdoors, Next Destination Pty Ltd has the right GPS, topo mapping or marine chart, heart rate monitor, waterproof pack or outdoor accessory for you.

GPS Society - http://www.gps-society.org/

The aims of this society are:

* To foster, develop and assist the Global Positioning Systems disciplines and other associated disciplines
* To encourage, stimulate and aid networking among members and between the members, government and business in general
* To gather information of interest to members which will benefit members in everyday applications
* To provide members with an opportunity to hear high calibre  speakers from business and government
* To act as a voice for members and business to government, professional bodies and educational bodies and
* To be a link for the continuing education and training of members