TomTom, Vodafone Team for U.K. Traffic Data Service - GPS LBS

Vodafone and TomTom expect to make the service commercially available sometime in the first half of 2008; they will release more details of the system and service at that time, the companies said. The traffic data service will also be available for road authorities and businesses for dynamic traffic control and fleet management purposes, according to the two.

TomTom, Vodafone Team for U.K. Traffic Data Service - GPS LBS

Yahoo Expands LBS Offerings, Integrates GPS - GPS LBS

Yahoo says Go 2.0 will incorporate improved mapping with both satellite and hybrid maps available, as well as navigation including current traffic conditions. It will also give users the option to enable the software to utilize the GPS technology embedded in a users' device for its location-based services, the company says.

In addition to releasing Go for Mobile 2.0 in the United States, Yahoo said it was offering localized beta versions of the software in 13 other countries: Canada, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Spain, United Kingdom, Thailand, and Vietnam. These localized versions will incorporate much of the functionality found in the U.S. version including oneSearch, the company said; it will initially be available on some 200 different models of mobile phone, with plans to expand to 400.

Yahoo Expands LBS Offerings, Integrates GPS - GPS LBS

Mobile Phones Threaten Dedicated PND Market - GPS LBS

Recent research by In-Stat found that:

• The market for PNDs will reach 56 million units worldwide by 2011, up from 14 million in 2006.
• Market drivers include falling price points, enhanced features, stronger consumer awareness of PNDs, and increased marketing and promotion by leading PND manufacturers.
• In 2006, PND manufacturers significantly reduced prices, with entry models priced under $200.

Mobile Phones Threaten Dedicated PND Market - GPS LBS

AmberWatch Mobile GPS tracking service announced - Engadget

The AmberWatch Foudation used QUALCOMM's recent BREW 2007 conference to take the wraps off its latest initiative, with QUALCOMM CEO Paul Jacobs himself helping to talk up the new AmberWatch Mobile GPS tracking service and urge others in the industry to jump on board. Among other things, the new service will allow individuals to send alerts to family and friends when they're in need of assistance (which'll include their GPS location), allow chosen friends or family members to check on an individual's location from their PC or cellphone, and give parents the ability to set up scheduled checkups with their kids. Look for the software to roll out this September, with about half of the proceeds from sales going to support the AmberWatch Foundation.

AmberWatch Mobile GPS tracking service announced - Engadget