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Google Maps Mobile - Finds You Without GPS

Posted Nov 28, 2007 by David Risley  

In yet more proof that Google is everywhere, they are releasing a beta version of Google Maps for mobile phones. Most notable in this version is the fact that it has a feature called "My Location". Yes, it will find your location on the map.

You would think this requires a GPS in your phone. But, no, it doesn’t. Apparently, they have set this thing up to be able to triangulate your position relative to cell phone towers, thereby locating you on the map. Sure, having an actual GPS will make it more accurate. But, the fact that this thing can find you WITHOUT a GPS-enabled phone is impressive.

Google says that this feature should work on most "Java, BlackBerry, Windows Mobile, and Nokia/Symbian devices".

Here is a video to explain more:

This is sure to get the tin foil hat guys buzzing.

Categories: Mobile, PCMech Wire

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