GPS / SatNav / Mobile / Mapping Industry Press Releases

RobBrady

Press release: Location Based Technologies’ PocketFinder Wins Gear of the Year Award from PC World Magazine

Anaheim,CA--Location Based Technologies (OTCBB:LBAS) have announced its PocketFinder® personal locator device and service is one of PC World magazine’s coveted Gear of the Year Award recipients. The award is presented annually to celebrate “the most innovative, interesting products we’ve seen (or are waiting to see) this year.”

Using GPS technology and wireless communications, PocketFinder locator devices allow families to check the location of family members, loved ones, pets and luggage at anytime from almost anywhere via the Internet, telephone or smartphone.

In lauding PocketFinder’s innovative technology, PC World stated: “Just hook one to your cat's collar, a suitcase, or your child's keychain; then log on to the Web or dial a number to find out where they are, within 30 feet of their location. The PocketFinder can tell you how fast your lead-foot teenagers are driving and send you a text message when they enter or leave pre-designated areas (like the school library or the mall). Batteries run for 7 days on a single charge, and you get a text message when the juice is running low.”

Dave Morse, co-president and CEO of Location Based Technologies, commented, “We are deeply honored to have received this award, especially since PC World considers thousands of new electronic products before selecting the 22 they consider truly innovative. We believe PocketFinder devices will validate the magazine’s assessment when we release the product this quarter.”

The PocketFinder family of products uses advanced technology to help families stay connected. As the smallest known single-board GSM/GPS device, it fits easily into a pocket, purse or backpack and can be accessed via the Internet, cell phone or landline to show the device’s exact location in real time. The devices also include advanced features such as allowing users to designate customizable alert areas as electronic “fences” to notify them when a family member or pet enters or leaves a specified area. The devices can even track vehicle speeds to encourage safe driving decisions.

PocketFinder has succeeded in integrating its innovative service into both the iPhone (NASDAQ:AAPL) and Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) Android platforms, permitting any authorized family member to locate any PocketFinder-enabled smartphone.

The Apple iPhone-based Mobile PocketFinder service is available for a one time user fee of $24.95. It can be downloaded from Apple’s iTune’s AppStore. Mobile PocketFinder’s application for Google’s Android-based G1 (sold exclusively by T-Mobile (NYSE:DT)) is available to download from the Android Market at www.android.com/market.

About Location Based Technologies
A publicly traded company (OTCBB:LBAS), Location Based Technologies designs and develops leading-edge personal locator devices and services that incorporate patented, proprietary technologies designed to enhance and enrich the lives of families globally. The company is headquartered in Anaheim, Calif. For more information, visit www.pocketfinder.com.

This news release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results and outcomes may differ materially from those discussed or anticipated. For a more detailed discussion of these and associated risks, see the company's most recent document filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Location Based Technologies
David Morse
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: 26.01.09 NAVTEQ Delivers Official Super Bowl XLIII Online Map, Event Guide

Venue maps, traffic and location content give event organizers and fans essential information

Chicago – January 26, 2009 – NAVTEQ, a leading global provider of digital map data for location-based solutions and vehicle navigation, today announced it is providing mapping, traffic and content services to the National Football League (NFL) and the Tampa Bay Super Bowl Host Committee. NAVTEQ will assist the NFL and Host Committee with managing increased traffic volume with real-time congestion monitoring and provide fans and visitors with event venue maps and valuable Tampa Bay-area travel information.

As the provider of the official Super Bowl XLIII Online Map and Event Guide, NAVTEQ is working closely with the NFL and Host Committee to provide an array of location-based services including online and print maps identifying nearby lodging and restaurants, real-time traffic information with optimal travel routes and official guide information for event times and locations of Super Bowl-related activities for the entire Tampa Bay metropolitan area.

The Official Online Map – customized to meet the Host Committee’s specific needs, the Online Map, now available at http://www.nfl.com/superbowl/43/guide/map, allows website visitors to explore venue maps and obtain driving directions for places of interest (POIs) in the greater Tampa Bay area.
The Official Event Guide – available at http://www.nfl.com/superbowl/43/guide, the Official Event Guide is a composite of all Super Bowl-related events with specified locations and times, venue maps and a full roster of area restaurants and accommodation options. The guide will be distributed in Tampa-area hotels, airports and onsite at official Super Bowl XLIII events.
NAVTEQ Traffic™ – provided by the NAVTEQ operations center based in Tampa Bay, traffic congestion monitoring will assist event organizers in managing the high volume of traffic in and around the Super Bowl venues. For fans and travelers, NAVTEQ’s Traffic.com® site offers continuous, up-to-the-minute traffic flow information, including average speed, delays and drive time information with alternate routes. Web users can go to www.traffic.com to sign up for free traffic alerts sent by email, phone or text messages to help them avoid Super Bowl-related congestion.
“It is great that these services are coming from a single provider,” said Dave Houghton, director of events for the National Football League. “NAVTEQ’s expertise in mapping will help our attendees plan a once in-a-lifetime experience. We appreciate NAVTEQ's efforts in developing these resources.”

About NAVTEQ
NAVTEQ is a leading provider of comprehensive digital map information for automotive navigation systems, mobile navigation devices, Internet-based mapping applications, and government and business solutions. NAVTEQ creates the digital maps and map content that power navigation and location-based services solutions around the world. The Chicago-based company was founded in 1985 and has approximately 4,000 employees located in 196 offices and in 43 countries.

NAVTEQ, NAVTEQ Traffic, and Traffic.com are trademarks in the U.S. and other countries. All rights reserved.
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: 26.01.09 NAVTEQ is Platinum Sponsor at Telogis GeoBase Technology Summit

NAVTEQ maps, traffic and transport products to be showcased

Newport Beach, CA– January 26, 2009– NAVTEQ, a leading global provider of digital map data for location-based solutions and vehicle navigation, today announced from the Telogis GeoBase Technology Summit 2009 its participation as a platinum sponsor. At this symposium, NAVTEQ is highlighting its world-wide map database offered through the Telogis platform. Additionally, NAVTEQ is providing overviews of other products available to Telogis customers, including NAVTEQ Transport™ and NAVTEQ Traffic™.

The summit offers Telogis customers and developers the opportunity to learn more about the GeoBase platform by participating in forums and technical sessions, and collaborating with peers and the Telogis development staff. Sessions, client and technology panels and training courses are designed to maximize GeoBase knowledge for attendees.

Visitors to the NAVTEQ booth at the conference will learn first-hand about specific NAVTEQ products built to enhance fleet applications, including NAVTEQ Transport and NAVTEQ Traffic. NAVTEQ Transport includes critical attributes required to enable sophisticated truck navigation as well as routing and dispatch optimization. Some of the key attributes available are height, weight, width and length restrictions, legal truck restrictions, HAZMAT and truck related warning signs.

NAVTEQ Traffic provides continuously streamed information about traffic conditions. This product is comprised of flow and incident data aggregated and tested from multiple sources including GPS vehicular probes, roadway sensors and Operations Centers. NAVTEQ Traffic is a premier provider of real-time traffic services that offers comprehensive, reliable nationwide coverage.

Attendees can also learn more about NAVTEQ’s breadth of coverage available to the Telogis customer community. Spanning 74 countries and territories on six continents, the NAVTEQ map is one of the most robust and accurate geographic databases in the world.

“Telogis’ extensive collaboration with NAVTEQ provides significant benefits for our customers,” stated David Cozzens, CEO, Telogis. “Their support and participation in our conference is another example of this strong relationship. We look forward to continued teamwork with NAVTEQ, providing our customers with the quality data needed to achieve their business initiatives.”

“NAVTEQ is excited to support Telogis’ first GeoBase Technology Summit as a platinum sponsor. We are especially pleased to use this event to update the Telogis customer community on our fleet management specific content and our world-wide map database,” commented Roy Kolstad, vice president and general manager, Enterprise Americas, NAVTEQ. “NAVTEQ continues to focus on producing a quality product that supports the cross-industry fleet management requirements of the Telogis user-base.”

About Telogis
Telogis, the leading global platform for Location Based Services, is dedicated to enhancing the value of our customer's business through intelligent integration of location technology, information and services. Telogis was established in 2001 and is headquartered in Irvine, CA and has a development center in Christchurch, New Zealand. Telogis powers over 350,000 mobile devices and its software products and services are used and distributed in over 40 countries worldwide.

About NAVTEQ
NAVTEQ is a leading provider of comprehensive digital map information for automotive navigation systems, mobile navigation devices, Internet-based mapping applications, and government and business solutions. NAVTEQ creates the digital maps and map content that power navigation and location-based services solutions around the world. The Chicago-based company was founded in 1985 and has approximately 4,000 employees located in 196 offices and in 43 countries.

NAVTEQ, NAVTEQ Traffic and NAVTEQ Transport are trademarks in the U.S. and other countries. All rights reserved.
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: 26.01.09 NAVTEQ Expands Global Business Arrangement With Microsoft

Agreement Now Includes Entire NAVTEQ® Map Database and Additional Content

Chicago– January 26, 2009– NAVTEQ a leading global provider of digital maps for vehicle navigation and location-based solutions, today announced that Microsoft Corp., a worldwide leader in software and solutions, has expanded its agreement with NAVTEQ.

Under the new agreement, Microsoft now has access to all 74 countries in the NAVTEQ map database. This multi-year agreement also allows Microsoft the rights to utilize NAVTEQ content including Extended Listings, NAVTEQ Transport™, NAVTEQ Discover Cities™ and NAVTEQ Voice™. Microsoft will utilize NAVTEQ data in its Internet and mapping software solutions.

“Microsoft has remained a leader in mapping software by providing end users with intuitive, information-rich products,” said Stephen Lawler, general manager of Virtual Earth at Microsoft. “This global agreement with NAVTEQ helps us continue to provide users with the most powerful and expansive experience possible.”

NAVTEQ and Microsoft forged a relationship ten years ago when Microsoft selected NAVTEQ to supply map data of the United States and Canada for its product applications. The relationship expanded in the years that followed to include NAVTEQ map data for Western Europe, Asia and Mexico. Now, with this new agreement, Microsoft can provide global solutions that fill the needs of its diverse international consumer base.

Microsoft’s new licensing agreement extends beyond map coverage to include advanced NAVTEQ content, including the following products:

Extended Listings includes hundreds of thousands of business listings for category customization and enhanced destination selection;
NAVTEQ Discover Cities provides the street, pedestrian and public transit network information necessary for pedestrian and multi-modal navigation;
NAVTEQ Transport includes a growing number of attributes that target specific needs of the transport industry to enable sophisticated truck navigation, as well as routing and dispatch optimization;
NAVTEQ Voice translates names and named places into phonetic language that enables applications to generate spoken words for guidance, which is a more intuitive and natural way for consumers to interact with navigation systems.
“NAVTEQ maps have been the foundation of Microsoft’s cutting-edge routing solutions for years,” said Jeff Mize, executive vice president, sales, NAVTEQ. “We are excited that this new agreement enables us to provide both worldwide coverage as well as innovative new content, and we look forward to Microsoft bringing these products to market.”

About NAVTEQ
NAVTEQ is a leading provider of comprehensive digital map information for automotive navigation systems, mobile navigation devices, Internet-based mapping applications, and government and business solutions. NAVTEQ creates the digital maps and map content that power navigation and location-based services solutions around the world. The Chicago-based company was founded in 1985 and has approximately 4,000 employees located in 196 offices and in 43 countries.

NAVTEQ, NAVTEQ Transport, NAVTEQ Discover Cities, and NAVTEQ Voice are trademarks in the U.S. and other countries. All rights reserved.
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: Trimble Introduces the AgGPS 262 and 162 Receivers
Featuring Transcend Positioning Technology

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) has introduced two new Global Positioning System (GPS) receivers for agriculture. The new Trimble® AgGPS® 262 receiver is a low profile, combined GPS receiver and antenna, offering a choice of accuracy levels depending on operations. The Trimble AgGPS 162 receiver serves as a low-cost, all-weather, Differential GPS (DGPS) smart antenna when less demanding applications are needed.

Both receivers feature Transcend™ technology, a proprietary Trimble positioning capability that provides users with high accuracy, flexible solutions for the most challenging agriculture applications and environments. Transcend features the latest generation of Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) chipsets and processors. This proven technology is shared across multiple Trimble solutions—from current Trimble lightbars and GNSS receivers to the new FmX™ integrated display.

Both receivers also feature OnPath® filter technology to reduce drift and improve accuracy, even in the absence of Satellite-Based Augmentation Service (SBAS) corrections.

The AgGPS 262 receiver, intended as a replacement to the Trimble AgGPS 252 receiver, does not require new cabling and configuration, saving farmers installation time and money. It is a dual frequency L1/L2/L-band receiver, which provides more channels, better signal handling and more accuracy options.

Options on the 262 receiver include sub-inch Real Time Kinematic (RTK), 4-inch OmniSTAR HP, 6-8 inch pass-to-pass OmniSTAR VBS or 6-8 inch pass-to-pass SBAS corrections, including the U.S. Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS), European Geostationary Overlay Service (EGNOS) and Japanï¿½s Multi-functional Satellite Augmentation System (MSAS). The receiver's accuracy options can be purchased separately and easily upgraded to suit a variety of row crop operations.

The Trimble AgGPS 162 receiver provides DGPS information to precision agriculture equipment that accepts NMEA data. Radar speed output allows users to control their variable rate controllers without additional speed indicators. The rugged housing and SBAS accuracy make the 162 receiver a suitable and economical option for a wide range of applications. It is designed for yield monitoring or field mapping and is Autopilot™ system compatible. The 162 receiver is a combined antenna and GPS L1 receiver capable of SBAS corrections.

"Our receiver technology is the core of our business," said Erik Arvesen, Trimble's general manager of Agriculture. "A common core receiver technology enables us to develop a single platform so we can focus on developing value-added solutions that increase farmer's efficiency and productivity."

The Trimble proprietary RTK engine enables users to accurately farm with +/- 1 inch accuracy at an 8-mile range. Radar speed output allows users to control variable rate drivers without additional speed indicators, again saving farmers money by providing integrated components. The AgGPS 262 receiver starts at US$2,995 MSRP. The AgGPS 162 receiver is US$995 MSRP. Both receivers are available now from Trimble resellers. For more information, including the location of your nearest Trimble reseller, call 1-800-865-7438 or visit: www.trimble.com/agriculure.

About Trimble

Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in businesses and government significantly more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location—including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping. In addition to utilizing positioning technologies, such as GPS, lasers and optics, Trimble solutions may include software content specific to the needs of the user. Wireless technologies are utilized to deliver the solution to the user and to ensure a tight coupling of the field and the back office. Founded in 1978, Trimble is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif.

Willa McManmon
LeaAnn McNabb
Trimble
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: Trimble Introduces New FmX Display with Dual Integrated GNSS Receivers for Precision Agriculture Applications

SUNNYVALE, Calif. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) has introduced its latest Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) guidance product that offers a wide range of precision agriculture applications in a single package. Trimble's new AgGPS® FmX™ integrated display is the first display system in the industry today to work as either a stand-alone manual guidance system or as part of an automated guidance, implement control or steering system.

Farmers can use the FmX display for a variety of their GNSS control needs including applications that require one or two receivers, such as vehicle guidance, a pull-behind implement or leveling and drainage equipment. It integrates easily with the Trimble® AgGPS Autopilot™ automated steering system, TrueTracker™ for precision guidance of an implement or with the FieldLevel II system for dual and tandem scraper control. Farmers can also vary crop inputs, control a planter, map fields and view video camera input of field operations—all with one display.

The FmX touch screen display is 12.1 inches, approximately 35 percent larger than the industry standard 10.4-inch screen, yet the display requires no more space in the cab than its predecessor, the AgGPS FieldManager™ display. Crisp graphics and a brighter screen make the FmX easier for the operator to see and interact with the applications being controlled.

In addition, Transcend™ technology, a proprietary Trimble positioning capability, is also integrated into the FmX integrated display, providing users with high accuracy, flexible solutions for the most challenging agriculture applications and environments. Transcend features the latest generation of GNSS chipsets and processors.

The FmX features two integrated, high-performance GNSS receivers, so no additional receivers are necessary to control a tractor and implement. Optional 450 or 900 MHz radios are also integrated into the display for real time kinematic (RTK) applications, along with support for up to four external video cameras. Both receivers include GPS and GLONASS (L1/L2/G1/G2) capability, offering a range of accuracy levels up to RTK GLONASS. The benefit to farmers is that a larger number of satellite signals can provide more robust positioning, even in difficult GPS or GLONASS environments.

"The FmX will help farmers gain efficiencies across their complete farming cycle," said Erik Arvesen, Trimble's general manager of Agriculture. "The integrated components allow farmers to purchase the FmX at a functionality level and price that fits their needs today, with the option to easily upgrade to higher levels of performance as needed. We are packing a lot of capabilities and value into a single package."

The Trimble FmX integrated display is expected to be available in February 2009. The FmX integrated display starts at US$5,995 MSRP and options are priced separately. For more information, call 1-800-874-6253 or visit www.trimble.com/agriculture to find a Trimble reseller.

About Trimble

Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in businesses and government significantly more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location—including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping. In addition to utilizing positioning technologies, such as GPS, lasers and optics, Trimble solutions may include software content specific to the needs of the user. Wireless technologies are utilized to deliver the solution to the user and to ensure a tight coupling of the field and the back office. Founded in 1978, Trimble is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif.
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: Trimble to Expand its VRS Now Coverage in Illinois and Iowa

SUNNYVALE, Calif.— Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) has announced that it has expanded its Trimble® VRS Now™ service coverage area to provide Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) correction data and additional professional services in northern Illinois and eastern Iowa by acquiring the PMW RTK Network assets from Precision Midwest, a privately-held Trimble distributor. Financial terms were not disclosed.

The Trimble VRS Now service delivers centimeter-level RTK and Differential GNSS (DGNSS) positioning customized for each GNSS rover receiver's exact location anywhere in the network. The Trimble VRS Now service supplies fast, easy to use and accurate GNSS positioning for a variety of applications including surveying, urban planning, construction, asset management, transportation, environmental monitoring, resource and territory management, disaster prevention and relief, agriculture and scientific research.

A subscription to the Trimble VRS Now service and a GNSS rover is all a user needs to begin surveying or collecting data with precision anywhere within the network. Surveyors and other users can switch on their receiver and real-time corrections are available in seconds. Trimble VRS Now works with nearly all GPS and GNSS survey instruments from a variety of manufacturers.

"The Trimble VRS Now network in northern Illinois and eastern Iowa is the latest network service implementation in a series of commercial GNSS Infrastructure networks from Trimble. Through increased productivity and lower project costs, Trimble VRS Now can provide real business value to the local community," said Pierre Desjardins, business manager for Trimble's GNSS Infrastructure business area. "Our goal is to streamline the workflow of our surveying and positioning customers while increasing productivity and providing a competitive edge, particularly under the current economics."

Trimble VRS Now represents a major advance in precision surveying and positioning productivity. No longer dependent on a field base station, precision GNSS surveys can be up and running in minutes. And without the need for base station hardware, the user's GNSS receivers can now work independently as roverssaving time and money. Simply connect, correct and measure.

For more information visit: www.trimble.com/VRSNow.shtml.

About Trimble

Trimble applies technology to make field and mobile workers in businesses and governments significantly more productive. Solutions are focused on applications requiring position or location—including surveying, construction, agriculture, fleet and asset management, public safety and mapping. In addition to utilizing positioning technologies, such as GPS, lasers and optics, Trimble solutions may include software content specific to the needs of the user. Wireless technologies are utilized to deliver the solution to the user and to ensure a tight coupling of the field and the back office. Founded in 1978, Trimble is headquartered in Sunnyvale, Calif.
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: 28.01.09 "In the Middle East, revenues from mobile data services in the third quarter of 2008 reached $1bn, highlighting the potential for the uptake of mobile broadband services" Source: Informa Telecoms & Media
The world’s economy may be struggling, however the revenue opportunities posed by mobile value added services keep on growing offering a key differentiation tool as markets become increasingly competitive.

From operators to handset manufacturers, content publishers to network infrastructure providers, non-voice service strategy offers a secure and viable long-term revenue stream.

To better understand the opportunities on offer, join us at Mobile VAS Growth Markets and hear from the industry’s best and brightest over the course of this two day conference. With 20 case studies, four panel discussions and dedicated networking time, you will come away with a clearer idea of how to tackle your business critical value added service strategy within your company.

EXCLUSIVE workshop pre-conference workshop!

Sunday 19th April:
Examine the Practical Route to Advanced Text Services Deployment

Despite being largely starved of major new service innovations, SMS continues to grow. Analysts once predicted a peak in traffic in 2005, but now foresee organic growth taking global volumes to four trillion messages by 2012 and continuing to grow.
Smarter operators are asking themselves two key questions: how much faster will volume and revenue grow if we promote new text based services, and how do we build and roll them out?
This workshop will examine a practical route to advanced text services deployment and feature demonstrations throughout the day.
To register, visit: www.mobilevasconference.com
Or call +44 (0) 207 017 5506,
or simply email ITMevents@informa.com remembering to quote VIP code: CU1258/E1.
Confirmed speakers include:
Miltos Vidalis, Senior Director Content, Portals & Devices, Commercial Division, du
Mirce Atanasovski, Business Development Specialist, Product and Development Department, T-Mobile
Awais Malik, Head of Segments, Products and International Business, ZONG, China Mobile Pakistan
Mezago Yedic, Community Services Product Manager, Vodafone
Hakki Goktas, Managing Director, Turk Dijital
A.Ceyda Yildirim, Marketing Director, VAS, AVEA Iletisim Hizmetleri A.S.
Vince Parr, Senior Advisor - VAS 2.0 Multimedia Business Group, Globetel
Vikas Nambiar, Regional Manager - Middle East, TIMw.e. FZ LLC Pankaj Thakar, CEO, Cellcast Asia Holdings
Daniele Palmucci, Head of Business Development & Strategy, Multimedia and Systems Integration, Market Unit Middle East, Ericsson AB Cristobal Alonso, CCO, mmCHANNEL Suresh Anantpurkar, VP Products, mChek
Onur Baran çaglar, Cofounder and General Manager, Pozitim Technology
Steve Glanz, Senior VP Business Development, Vringo
Deepak Halan, Group Business Director, IMRB International
Sander den Hartog, Chief Executive Officer, Mobitrans
Aditya Menon, Executive Director & CTO, Obopay Mobile Technology India Pvt Ltd.
Refik Naccur, Independent Consultant and VAS Expert Simona Ranucci Brandimarte, CEO/COO, Buongiorno
Probir Roy, Co-Founder & Director, PayMate
Pieter Streicher, Technical Committee, WASPA Tingyu Zhang, VP Marketing, Mobile Winks
Fredrik Almgren, Director for VAS Products, SmartTrust www.mobilevasconference.com
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: Global Traffic Technologies Wins Comprehensive Permanent Injunction Against Competitor in Patent Infringement Suit

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A judge in U.S. District Court in Minneapolis issued a comprehensive permanent injunction on January 22 in favor of Global Traffic Technologies, LLC.

Chief Judge Michael J. Davis enjoined defendant Tomar Electronics Inc. from any future manufacture or sale of products found to infringe U.S. Patent No. 5,172,113. The injunction ruling comes three months after a U.S. District Court jury awarded Global Traffic Technologies $6.75 million in damages for past infringement by Tomar Electronics.

Rick Sachse, president of Global Traffic Technologies, says his company is pleased with the court’s decision. “The infringement of our patent was well-documented, and we’re confident the appropriate injunction was granted,” says Sachse.

Global Traffic Technologies markets and sells the patented OpticomTM Infrared System for emergency vehicle preemption and transit signal priority. Tomar Electronics, based in Gilbert, Ariz., marketed and sold the StrobecomTM II traffic preemption system.

The original patent infringement claim against Tomar Electronics was filed on April 13, 2005. Global Traffic Technologies won an order of infringement against Tomar Electronics on December 27, 2007, when the court found infringement of multiple patent claims. The monetary damages verdict was awarded on October 22, 2008. Faegre & Benson LLP has represented Global Traffic Technologies in all phases of this suit.

About Global Traffic Technologies, LLC

Headquartered in St. Paul, Minn., Global Traffic Technologies' mission is to improve traffic management and safety around the world with proven technologies and continuous innovation. GTT's Opticom(TM) Infrared and GPS systems assist the movement of mass-transit and emergency vehicles through signal-controlled intersections to optimize on-schedule service and save lives. GTT's Canoga(TM) Traffic Detection systems provide reliable, real-time information on individual vehicles and traffic patterns to assist traffic management professionals. GTT is a privately held business that includes senior management ownership.
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: Acoustic Technologies SoundClear® Hands-Free Voice Solution Used in over Thirty Bluetooth Products Displayed at CES 2009

Popular SoundClear Echo Cancellation and Noise Reduction Software Relied on By Tier 1 Consumer Electronic Brands

PHOENIX--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Acoustic Technologies, Inc., the leading provider of high performance hands-free voice solutions today announced the popular SoundClear solution was present in over 30 Bluetooth hands-free products showcased at CES 2009. From Bluetooth headsets to car audio receivers, car kits, and GPS PNDs, SoundClear is relied upon by the worldwide leaders in consumer electronics including Audiovox, Garmin, Jabra, Jensen, Kensington, Motorola, Samsung, Sanyo, and TomTom. Proven in over 25 million products around the world, SoundClear delivers the finest mobile hands-free communication experience for end users.

“Acoustic is a long time partner of TomTom and we rely on them to help us deliver the highest performance Bluetooth enabled hands-free PND products,” said Mark Gretton, Chief Technical Officer, TomTom, Inc. “Our CES 2009 Best in Show Go 740 product utilizes SoundClear to deliver clearest and loudest hands-free communication.”

“The high visibility of SoundClear enabled products at CES 2009 is a reflection of both the growing popularity of Bluetooth hands-free products and the success Acoustic Technologies has had with our SoundClear solutions,” said Bob Ackmann, CEO and President Acoustic Technologies, Inc. “Our technology continues to be adopted and proven in the world’s leading consumer electronics brands.”

SoundClear enabled products shown at CES 2009 utilize today’s most advanced processors from CSR, Texas Instruments, and ARM Ltd. Addressing the specific needs of each application area, highly optimized SoundClear solutions are available for Bluetooth headsets, car radios, car kits, and PNDs. Complemented by Acoustics’ powerful SoundTools™ and SoundAdvice™ audio consulting, the complete SoundSolution™ helps customers get products to market quickly and with the highest quality audio performance.

For more information about the SoundSolution visit Acoustics’ web page at http://www.acoustictech.com or contact an authorized sales representative.

ABOUT ACOUSTIC TECHNOLOGIES

Acoustic Technologies creates high quality hands-free audio processing software for leading consumer electronics companies. The SoundClear brand of patented full-duplex communication, echo cancellation, and noise reduction solutions is enabling significant advancements in hands-free voice quality and is proven in over 25 million products around the globe. SoundClear provides natural bi-directional communication in Bluetooth headsets, car radios, GPS navigation devices and other hands-free products.

SoundClear is a registered trademark of Acoustic Technologies Inc. SoundSolution, SoundAdvice, and SoundTools, are trademarks of Acoustic Technologies. All other service marks and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Acoustic Technologies, Inc.
Michelle Pollard
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: Ocoee, Florida Signs Contract with American Traffic Solutions for Red-Light Camera Enforcement Program

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The City Commission of Ocoee, Florida approved a contract with American Traffic Solutions, Inc. (ATS) to serve as the city’s red-light camera traffic safety program vendor. ATS serves more than 130 communities with red-light and speed camera programs, and is the largest vendor in Florida, already serving several communities, including Apopka, Aventura, Bal Harbour, Brooksville, Casselberry, Collier County, Coral Gables, Cutler Bay, El Portal, Florida City, Hallandale Beach, Hialeah, Homestead, Key Biscayne, Lakeland, Miami Gardens, North Miami, North Miami Beach, Palm Coast, Pembroke Pines, Sunny Isles Beach, Temple Terrace and Winter Springs.

“Red-light cameras are an effective tool in helping local police to enforce traffic laws and improve public safety without any additional cost to taxpayers, since the program is totally funded through red-light runners,” said Ocoee Police Department Lieutenant Brad Draesher. “If we see a decrease in violations, crashes and injuries similar to what American Traffic Solutions has achieved in other Florida communities, Ocoee roadways will be much safer.”

Ocoee is 15-20 minutes from Orlando in western Orange County, which is one of the fastest growing counties in all of Florida. With a population of more than 30,000, Ocoee is continuing to grow and has averaged more than one new home a day for the past seven years.

ATS also contracts with the Florida Turnpike Enterprise to provide ATS’ PlatePass® cashless toll payment services for rental car companies and their customers who use the Florida toll roads.

About American Traffic Solutions, Inc.:

American Traffic Solutions (ATS) is a leading provider of technology and business solutions for traffic safety and electronic toll collection programs worldwide, including PlatePass®, which is an automated electronic toll payment service that enables Avis, Budget and Hertz customers to use high speed, cashless electronic toll lanes. ATS is a private corporation, which serves more than 125 municipalities and government agencies. ATS is the largest provider of photo traffic enforcement programs to America’s big cities with active programs in New York City, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C., St. Louis, San Diego and Seattle; Houston, Fort Worth, Irving and Arlington, Texas; New Orleans and Baton Rouge, Louisiana; and Phoenix, Tucson, Mesa, Glendale and Scottsdale, Arizona. ATS also serves Canada’s largest digital red-light camera and speed enforcement program in Calgary, Alberta. The company is headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz.

American Traffic Solutions
Josh Weiss
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: CTIA–The Wireless Association® Announces Andrea Williams as New Vice President of Law

WASHINGTON, DC – CTIA – The Wireless Association® President and CEO Steve Largent has announced that Andrea Williams has been appointed Vice President of Law for the trade association, effective immediately. Williams, the former CTIA Assistant General Counsel, will primarily focus her efforts on managing the Association’s legal activities, including compliance with federal and state lobbying, antitrust and other applicable laws, and participating in the formulation of CTIA’s public policy positions.

“Andrea has done an outstanding job of overseeing corporate governance matters for CTIA and our member companies, and we are pleased to announce her well-deserved promotion to Vice President of Law,” said Largent. “She brings a wealth of knowledge to the table in numerous areas such as mobile content and licensing, tower siting, disability access, tribal consultation and consumer protection matters. Andrea’s expertise and skill-set make her a valuable asset to CTIA and the industry as a whole, and this new position will enable her to utilize her unique gifts in an even greater capacity.”

Williams joined CTIA in 1994 after serving as Attorney Advisor in the Cable Services Bureau of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Prior to her time at the FCC, Williams spent a year as Attorney Advisor in the Office of the General Counsel for the U.S. Department of Transportation. Williams began her professional career in broadcasting at WRQX-FM Radio in Washington, D.C., where she spent nearly a decade working in various capacities, including Programming & Promotion Assistant and Producer.

Williams earned a Juris Doctor Degree at the Howard University School of Law in 1992, and graduated from American University in 1978 where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications and Psychology.

###

CTIA is the international association for the wireless telecommunications industry, representing carriers, manufacturers and wireless Internet providers.
www.ctia.org
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: Montavo, Inc. to Provide Unique Information Features to Mobile Consumers and Advertisers via Custom Software Agreement With infoUSA

BELLEVUE, WA--(Marketwire) - Montavo, Inc. (OTCBB: MTVO) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a custom software and database license agreement with infoUSA's Licensing Division, a division of infoGROUP, on January 15, 2009.

This relationship provides Montavo, Inc. with the ability to offer specifically designed features and functions to both mobile consumers and advertisers via custom software code written by infoUSA solely for Montavo's use in accessing information from infoUSA's database of 14 million U.S. businesses. The agreement and associated software will allow mobile consumers to benefit from a vast array of highly localized and personalized product launches, sales, discounts, coupons, offers, and promotions in the fastest and simplest mobile environment for discovering deals and information on all the products and services they wish to purchase.

Consumer purchases drive approximately 2/3 of the U.S. GNP with 85-95% of that happening in a physical store environment. With Montavo's technology consumers can uniquely take advantage of purchasing information in the fastest, user-friendly way -- wirelessly while they're on the go. In moments a consumer can select their purchasing interests on their mobile device and receive all the latest in money saving deals as well as new product launches and information BEFORE they make their purchase or decide where to shop. Access to the most reliable and accurate customized U.S. business database with infoUSA is a vital key component to Montavo's ultimate consumer experience.

Montavo's CEO Brook Lang stated, "With this agreement Montavo will be able to offer mobile consumers on the go the most complete set of mobile deals, new product launches, and purchasing information wirelessly in real-time on the spot for all the products and services they are looking to buy. This will include all the businesses in their category of interest in a new hyper local way using LBS / GPS location."

Jim DeRouchey, President, infoUSA Licensing Division, said, "infoUSA's customized API is the perfect solution for Montavo's requirement of looking up local business information in real time for mobile consumers. infoUSA seamlessly updates the local business database every month to ensure the most accurate and current business content for Montavo's customers. Nearly 2 million records are updated every month, including adding 150,000 new businesses and removing 130,000 out of business records. With the present economic situation, infoUSA has an extensive process in place to monitor store closings and remove these records from the database in a timely manner. In addition, infoUSA is continuously improving business information for a better mobile search experience. Recent projects that have been initiated include enhancing and adding more ATMs, Amtrak stations, Parking Lots, Amusement Parks and the assignment of an Alternative Fuel classification on gas station and convenience store records."

About infoUSA/infoGROUP

infoGROUP (www.infoGROUP.com) (NASDAQ: IUSA), founded in 1972, is the leading provider of business and consumer databases for sales leads & mailing lists, database marketing services, data processing services and sales and marketing solutions. Content is the essential ingredient in every marketing program, and infoGROUP has the most comprehensive data in the industry, and is the only company to own 12 proprietary databases under one roof. The infoGROUP database powers the directory services of the top Internet traffic-generating sites. Nearly 4 million customers use infoGROUP products and services to find new customers, grow their sales, and for other direct marketing, telemarketing, customer analysis and credit reference purposes. infoGROUP headquarters are located at 5711 S. 86th Circle, Omaha, NE 68127 and can be contacted at (402) 593-4500. To know more about Sales Leads, click www.infoGROUP.com.

About Montavo, Inc.

Montavo, Inc. has developed a mobile location based services (LBS) marketing solution for wireless carriers, mobile handsets manufacturers, wireless carrier/device software aggregators, personal navigation device (PNDs) manufacturers, and vehicle manufacturers. Montavo has a patent pending technology filed for "method and distribution system for location-based wireless presentation of electronic coupons."

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release may include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, it can give no assurance that such expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements will prove to have been correct. Montavo's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements. Montavo refers you to the cautionary statements and risk factors set forth in the documents it files with the Securities and Exchange Commission (www.sec.gov). The Company is under no obligation (and expressly disclaims any obligation) to update or alter its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

For more information on Montavo, please refer to our website at www.montavo.com.

R. Montesano
Montavo, Inc.
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady · Last edited by RobBrady on Wed Jan 28, 2009 5:31 pm; edited 1 time in total

Press release: iSECUREtrac Is Awarded Massachusetts Contract for GPS Electronic Monitoring of Offenders

OMAHA, NE--(Marketwire) - iSECUREtrac Corp. (OTCBB: ISEC), an industry leader in electronic monitoring solutions, announced today that after a competitive review of multiple systems, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Office of the Commissioner of Probation selected iSECUREtrac's System 5000® as a part of an initiative to help supervise high-risk offenders.

"We firmly believe that electronic monitoring is a useful tool that assists in viewing offender behavior patterns and enhances supervision in the community. It allows the Commonwealth to provide an extra layer of supervision to the community at large," said Massachusetts Probation Commissioner, John O'Brien.

The System 5000®, a small GPS electronic monitoring system carried by the offender, will alert officers if the offender is not complying with the terms of his or her release. Probation employees in Electronic Monitoring Centers will monitor the movement of supervised offenders. Officers use a web-based software program to set up electronic boundaries where the offender is allowed and areas that are off-limits. Should the offender not comply with the terms, the State may issue a warrant for the offender's arrest.

Massachusetts, one of the first states to implement a GPS monitoring program, presently monitors over 900 offenders on Active GPS supervision on a daily basis with additional offenders being added to the program each week. The contract will begin in January 2009 with systems to be deployed throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The State will begin the transition process to iSECUREtrac's technology in the latter part of January.

In addition, iSECUREtrac's Crime Scene Inquiry will allow monitoring centers to cross reference offender movement patterns with crime scene locations. Monitored individuals that are within the areas of crime scenes during specified time periods may be identified as suspects or in the alternative may be eliminated from the investigation.

"Massachusetts is an innovator when it comes to statewide GPS electronic monitoring programs. Many states and counties look to them to see what works when it comes to offender monitoring. It is an honor to win this prestigious contract and we look forward to continuing to help them with their success," said Peter A. Michel, president and CEO of iSECUREtrac.

About iSECUREtrac

iSECUREtrac Corp. provides electronic monitoring systems, client management software and supplemental services for use in community supervision. The Company's rich stream of reliable data concerning a client's location, movement and status better enables effective compliance management and positive behavior modification. Visit www.isecuretrac.com for more information.

Safe Harbor

This press release contains forward-looking statements that, if not verifiable historical fact, may be viewed as forward-looking statements that could predict future events or outcomes with respect to iSECUREtrac Corp. and its business. The predictions embodied in these statements will involve risks and uncertainties and, accordingly, iSECUREtrac's actual results may differ significantly from the results discussed or implied in such forward-looking statements.

Company Contact
Peter A. Michel
_________________
Robert Brady

RobBrady

Press release: AgTerra Launches New Pesticide Application Tracking Product

SprayLogger Product PageSHERIDAN, WY--(Marketwire) - AgTerra Technologies, Inc. of Sheridan, Wyoming, a developer of hardware and software for the agriculture and natural resources industries, announces the release of their SprayLogger™ product. SprayLogger is a GPS-based system that automatically records information during a pesticide application. Developed primarily for use by weed and pest agencies for noxious weed and mosquito control, SprayLogger automatically tracks geographic locations of pesticide applications, work order parameters, environmental conditions, amount of chemical used and more.

"Documenting pesticide applications is more important than ever," said AgTerra President Alan Telck. "SprayLogger users appreciate that they are able to electronically capture regulatory and application specific information on the go. We focused very hard on making it easy to use."

SprayLogger automatically captures important information at the time of spraying including GPS location, the amount sprayed, the pests controlled, the name of the applicator and environmental conditions including temperature. Records may be automatically linked with work orders and all data is securely managed via the user's online access to the system. Data export into spreadsheet and most database programs is standard functionality. There is also the ability to view and share maps from the system using Google Earth.

SprayLogger may be used as a standalone product or combined with other products available from AgTerra, which include Geographic Information Systems (GIS) mapping software and WriteTEQ digital pen and paper solutions. More information about SprayLogger can be found on the company's website or by accessing the following link: www.agterra.com/spraylogger.html.

About AgTerra Technologies, Inc.:

AgTerra Technologies, Inc. of Sheridan, Wyoming is a solutions provider delivering information systems and technology to agriculture and natural resource industries. The company's solutions help businesses collect, manage, and share information more quickly and accurately so they can better manage workflow, make informed decisions and deliver higher value to their patrons.
_________________
Robert Brady

	PocketGPS
	Web