A discreet person locating device allows caregivers and emergency responders to track the location of an individual. This technology is especially useful for seniors or people living with dementia.
Discreet and discrete share the same root, Latin discretus, meaning “to separate.” Spelling didn’t become fixed in the 14th century, and both words came into use around the same time.
GPS
Discreet person tracking is possible with GPS technology, which provides distance, location and time measurements in world coordinates. This is a free service that can be used worldwide. It uses satellites to transmit signals to GPS receivers that track your location and determine time. GPS is used by individuals, businesses and governments for many applications.
GPS technology is not only useful for parents monitoring their children, but also for employers who use telematics systems to improve employee productivity and safety. These telematics systems can be found in construction, mining, off-road trucking and transportation, sales and services, and security. They help to increase return on investments and improve productivity in these industries.
A GPS device can be hidden in a vehicle’s wheel well or under the hood to monitor the driver’s movements. Alternatively, it can be hidden in the glove box or trunk of the car. To locate a hidden GPS device in a vehicle, a basic inspection can be performed using tools like a flashlight, mechanic’s mirror and a creeper or mat. For more difficult vehicles, specialized equipment like electronic sweepers may be necessary.
Some devices are designed to work independently and others require augmentation from other GPS sources such as Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS). The GPS satellites communicate with this system, which allows the device to lock on the signal faster and provide more accurate information. This is particularly helpful in cities, where tall buildings can block signals from the satellites, resulting in inaccurate positioning.
GSM
GSM stands for Global System for Mobile communications and is the leading standard for digital cell phone service in most of the world. It digitizes and compresses data and transmits it using a narrow band with time division multiple access (TDMA) and frequency-hopping technology. This ensures privacy and security for the user.
Gsm is used for voice and data services, including SMS messaging. It also supports dual-tone multifrequency (DTMF) and CCITT Group 3 facsimile. In addition to these features, GSM has a number of other useful functions, including the ability to connect to a computer and transfer files. It is widely used around the world and is one of the most reliable wireless networks.
Discreet people can use GSM bugs to listen in on conversations and other audio, although this is illegal in most countries. These tiny devices can be easily concealed, and their discreet design makes them difficult to spot. They are easy to operate, and can be used for a wide variety of purposes.
The GSM signal is transmitted over the air at 900 MHz and 1800 MHz, and it uses a SIM card to connect with the network. A user can use a GSM device for various applications, including mobile telephony, vehicle tracking, security checks, and email and fax messaging. The GSM system can also support a variety of value-added services, such as automatic meter reading and toll collection.
GPRS
GPRS, which stands for General Packet Radio Service, is an add-on to the GSM cellular network that allows data to be transmitted in packets. Typically, a cellular phone will connect to GPRS in 30-second bursts, but newer networks like EDGE and 3G are much faster. GPRS can be used for Internet browsing, instant messaging and E-commerce, but it does not provide a mobile Web browser or streaming media.
The GPRS protocol offers speeds of 56 to 114 kilobytes per second, and it promises continuous connection to the Internet for mobile phones and computers. GPRS is compatible with circuit-switched services, such as Short Message Service (SMS) and Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS).
One of the advantages of GPRS is that it can transmit larger files than traditional GSM technologies. This can be especially useful when working with voice, such as when uploading dictated text to a transcription service. In addition, GPRS has a built-in privacy feature that helps protect the user’s identity.
To use GPRS on your cell phone, you will need to have the proper APN information. This can be obtained from your wireless provider. The APN settings are located in the menu options of your cellular device. Then, you must enter the name of your APN and the proxy and port numbers that are provided by your wireless provider.
UMTS
UMTS is an abbreviation of Universal Mobile Telecommunications System and refers to a third-generation cellular network that supports both traditional phone tasks like calls, voice mail, and paging as well as new technology tasks such as Internet access, video, and SMS (Short Message Service) messaging. The networks use a packet-switched transmission system that allows more devices to share bandwidth and operate simultaneously without interfering with each other. The technology is a good choice for companies that want to deliver multimedia applications and other advanced functions to their customers. It also offers higher internet speeds, which makes it easier to buy and sell products online or analyze IoT devices in real-time. This has made UMTS particularly valuable to customer-centric companies, such as Amazon and eBay. The faster internet speeds have also boosted the popularity of B2B e-commerce platforms.