What is GPS?
GPS tracking is a technology also called Global Positioning Systems that allows users to view the location of the GPS device. While GPS may not seem like a new technology, there are many uses for it that most people never consider. By today's standards GPS units can be found everywhere from your cell phone to your vehicle. Even mobile apps that track a lost or stolen phone utilize GPS tracking technology to assist the user in finding their device.
What are the common uses for GPS?
As mentioned, GPS can be used in many places. Cell phones utilize GPS for times the device is stolen so that the owner can view the current location but GPS is also used for navigation. From mobile apps to dedicated or built-in GPS devices, users can view where their vehicle is located and set a destination. The device will then give turn-by-turn directions and keep track of the vehicle by utilizing GPS.
Why would a Private Investigator use GPS?
Two examples of how GPS tracking are utilized for Private Investigators are infidelity cases as well as teen safety. In both cases the owner of the vehicle is required to provide the P.I. with permission to track the vehicle through a GPS device. This technology is beneficial because it is a reliable way that a Private Investigator can track an individual he was hired to follow.
Stay safe out there.
Stay safe out there.