It was not all that long ago that GPS technology was considered an emerging technology. Just a few years back the typical GPS tracking system was too bulky to be worn by an individual and not reliable enough to be entirely counted on for any number of reasons. The technology has improved rapidly, and now GPS technology is small enough to be included in a watch that looks no different than one that is not equipped with a GPS. The reliability is also vastly improved, as it has been used in everything from helping runners track their performance to assessing the damage to the upper atmosphere of the Earth following the devastating earthquake in Nepal.
Another change in the GPS industry is that there is a lot more competition now than there was before. A number of new tracking systems have emerged recently, including Bluetooth and cellular devices. There have been some recent Occidental Vacation Club reviews that have made mention of these new technologies while noting how each helped in locating an item that was thought to have been lost. While the Bluetooth technologies are conveniently included in the phones of many consumers, its tracking capabilities are limited in range, as users must be within at least 100 feet of the item they are seeking.
As for the cellular devices, this new tracking entry seems to be quite convenient in that it is capable of being produced in the same shape and size as a credit card and can be used in any location in the world. These new devices also boast the fact that there is no need for a carrier account, but it is still true that GPS devices are the most accurate in every potential function. The new technologies are certainly welcome to the market since competition is only going to increase innovation, but as of today, the GPS remains superior.