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Nokia Makes Finding Yourself Faster With New A-GPS Service

The Nokia N95.
by Staff Writers
Espoo, Finland (SPX) Jul 25, 2007
This Assisted GPS (A-GPS) service helps Nokia Maps users find their current locations faster and get to their desired locations quicker using their Nokia mobile device with built-in GPS. Nokia intends to equip all of its future devices that have built-in GPS with this service. The first devices to use this service are the Nokia 6110 Navigator, which has begun shipping in select markets, and the most recent software release of the Nokia N95 multimedia computer.

This service has the ability to reduce the time a connected mobile device with built in GPS needs to find its current position, known as time to first fix (TTFF) for most geographical locations worldwide. The reduced fix times can increase and improve the usability for all Nokia location-based experiences.

Current owners of the Nokia N95 can take advantage of this free service by using the Nokia Software Updater. This will update the firmware on the device to the latest version.

"By decreasing the time wasted while you wait for a first fix, we are increasing the enjoyment that Nokia Maps provides," says Ralph Eric Kunz, vice-president, multimedia experiences, Nokia. "Consumers now have the comfort of quick fix times which create a better navigation experience when using Nokia Maps."

The service operates in tandem with a technical framework that allows third parties, such as service providers, to provide their own regional A-GPS services, making fix times even faster in certain areas- to the benefit of their subscribers.

The Nokia Software Updater is a free PC application that enables people to update the device software on compatible Nokia devices. The Nokia Software Updater is available in almost 40 different languages. The link to Nokia Software Updater is also available in the most recent versions of Nokia PC Suite software. Nokia Software updater has been used over two million times to update Nokia devices since it was introduced almost one year ago.

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Navtrak GPS Fleet Tracking Services Added To InfoLogix Mobility Solution Suite
Salisbury MD (SPX) Jul 25, 2007
Navtrak has announced that it has entered into an agreement with InfoLogix, whereby InfoLogix will incorporate Navtrak products and services into its growing suite of enterprise mobility solutions. Navtrak has emerged as a leader in the rapidly growing wireless asset management sector, providing GPS-based vehicle tracking services for regional fleets of 50 to 1,000 vehicles. Focusing primarily on field service and pickup and delivery companies, Navtrak leverages the latest in GPS, wireless and Internet technologies to improve mobile workforce efficiency, reduce operational costs, and enhance customer service.






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