FAO: Anyone wanting a cheaper Tracker

[mallett]

Not the chewy bar.

After a thread or 2 about Tracker, and extolling it's virtues, and it's downfalls. I've come across a cheaper version of GPS based tracking that's just come on the market (and no, I have no vested interest, other than getting something usable for myself). You don't get the 24/7 3rd party monitoring, but you do get the opportunity to tack it online and go round with a few mates and hammers if it gets nicked/call the police ........ chose applicable

Zoombak GPS Auto & Vehicle Tracker, Dog & Pet Tracking, Car Security Device

The Zoombak Personal GPS Locator lets you keep tabs on your car, motorbike or motor-home, alerting you if it leaves pre-set zones and allowing you to locate it in ‘real-time and on-demand’ 24/7. In contrast to existing GPS tracking technology, which is expensive and primarily designed for industry or fleet management applications, the Zoombak Personal GPS Locator is one of the first GPS devices designed and priced specifically for everyday consumers. With Zoombak’s Personal GPS Locator you are in control and ‘in the know’ about where your vehicle is at any point in time. Zoombak uses A-GPS, an enhanced form of GPS, whereby the satellite-enabled GPS is assisted by land based databases to provide one of the fastest, most accurate location technologies commercially available. With its safety zone options, Zoombak can also alert you 24/7 when the locator leaves or arrives at one of your personalised, pre-set safety zones. An example text you can receive by email or on your mobile is: "Audi has left the garage at 7.16pm, 21/08/08,Current location is Victoria Street.” Your alerts can notify you of the safe arrival of a teenage driver or can alert you to the fact that your car has been stolen or taken without your permission. You can then locate your vehicle, access its tracking history, or continuously track your vehicle for up to one hour, giving you the progress of your car at 5 minute intervals.

The Zoombak locator can be used portably, which is ideal if you want to use it for different cars. Alternatively, it can be installed permanently into your car, which eliminates the need to charge the Zoombak battery.

Can also be used for stalking.

[MAC]

Can also be used for stalking.

or keeping track of your Mrs\Mr for the jealous types

[mallett]

or keeping track of your Mrs\Mr for the jealous types

I didn't think you were going to be in the office today?

[demographic]

I looked about that site a bit and must be blind cos I didn't find a price for the unit.

How much are they and do you have to pay a yearly fee too keep them working?

[mrlongbeard]

In't Google great;

zoombak - Google Product Search

Requirements
Product is compatible for use in UK only
Zoombak service plan and service plan coverage
Minimum service term required and cancellation fees may apply
Fair use policy applies
Access to an internet-connected computer
Mobile phone service (recommended)

Please note: A service plan from Zoombak is required for the operation of this tracker. This costs £9.99 a month.

[mallett]

£99 for the unit and £10 a month subs.

I'm currently trying to get the unit drain if wired direct to DC.

[slogger]

Oh what a lovely device , i can see hours of endless entertainment to be had at the expense of toerags that steal , wont be long before someone uses it for all the wrong reasons and its outlawed

Problem is


Disclaimer: Activation and use of Zoombak locators are subject to Zoombak's customer agreement, plans, terms and conditions Fair Use Policy applies. Zoombak A-GPS locators use satellite signals to determine, and wireless network coverage to communicate, location information. Coverage isn't available everywhere and is not available indoors. See coverage map for details.

[Murvalous]

also GPS is a bit shit these days, what if they park under a bridge or some trees!!

[mallett]

Ah screw you guys, I'm buying one Even if just for the zone movement.