wade tillett on Wed, 23 Jul 2003 00:07:38 +0200 (CEST) |
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[here's a fun mental exercise. go to wherify.com and notice the subscriber login on the main page. then click on 'wherify store' and you get a notification (if you haven't turned them off) that you are about to view pages over a secure connection. hmmmm.... so apparently a parent would be sending their 'security code' unencrypted over the internet, giving access to anyone of real-time locations of their children, while they are presumably away from home under only the guard of an gps-based electronic virtual babysitter. real secure. don't worry though, the child is shackled to his/her electronic tether and can only remove the locator by making a call to the parents who then log on to the internet, *with the same unencrypted security code*, to remotely u nlatch the electronic-watch-cuff. well, at least my credit card number will be secure. gee, should i get the 'liberty', 'freedom', or 'independence' plan? p.s. son/daughter, if kidnapped, make sure you don't leave the coverage area, ok?] http://wherify.com GPS Locator FOR CHILDREN Peace of Mind for Parents. Cool for Kids. Children have a natural urge to explore. Parents have a natural desire to know their children are safe. That's why Wherify created the world's first Personal Locator to help you determine your child's location in minutes. Wherify's GPS Locator helps keep loved ones safe by combining Wherify's patented technology with the U.S. Department of Defense's multi-billion dollar Global Positioning System (GPS) satellites plus the largest 100% digital, nationwide PCS wireless network. So relax. Now you can have peace of mind 24 hours a day while your child is the high tech envy of the neighborhood! Click here to access our FAQs Click here to contact customer care Click here for our user guide Comes in two colors: Galactic Blue and Cosmic Purple Click here to view Click here to view LOCATE YOUR CHILDREN IN TWO EASY STEPS: 1. Call 1-877-XXX-XXXX (to be supplied) or log on to www.wherify.com 2. We'll map your child's location within feet and provide the closest street address. Click on screenshots to enlarge. In case of emergency, you can request a 911 response Click here to check our coverage area Click here for service plan information Click here for our user guide MORE COOL FEATURES: Choose Your Map Style Choose a standard street map or custom aerial photo. Then zoom in, zoom out, pan right or left for a better look. Go Breadcrumbing! Soccer game? Play practice? With our "breadcrumb" feature, you can pre-set times for "locates" to ensure your child arrives safely. Unlock The Locator Remotely Your child has safely arrived at the pool party. Now unlock the locator via Internet or phone so your child can remove it. Update Your Profile Did your emergency contact phone number change? Is Junior a year older? It's easy to update your Profile screen. PLUS! View location history, page your child, keep track of more than one child, and much more! -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- GPS Locator for Kids $399.99 plus tax and shipping View Rate Plan Information View Coverage Maps Package Contains: GPS Locator Key Fob AC Battery Charger User Guide Quick Start Guide Requirements: Any telephone - or - Any computer with Internet access - Microsoft IE 3.0+ or Netscape Navigator 3.0+ - 800x600 minimum monitor resolution Wherify Service Plan (options range from $24.95 - $34.95/month) Wireless Coverage No additional software required This product is only for use in the USA Click here for Service Agreement and Terms and Conditions. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Satisfaction Guarantee We're so confident you'll be 100% satisfied with your Wherify GPS Locator, we guarantee it. Simply return your complete, undamaged locator with proof of purchase within 30 days for a full refund. Click here to view our brochure. Click here for our user guide ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Wherify's Monthly Service Plans Service Rate Plan Liberty Independence Freedom High Usage Monthly Service Charge $24.95 $29.95 $34.95 $49.95 Included Online Services: Locates and Pages 20 30 40 80 Remote Unlocks unlimited unlimited unlimited unlimited Included Live Operator Assistance: Locates, Pages or Remote Unlocks 3 4 5 5 Emergency 911 Panic Alert 4/yr 4/yr 4/yr 4/yr Optional Online Services: Additional Locate $0.95 $0.85 $0.75 $0.50 Additional Page $0.20 $0.15 $0.15 $0.15 Temporary Guardian Set-up $6.95 $6.95 $6.95 $6.95 Optional Live Operator Assistance: Additional Locate, Page or Remote Unlock -- $5.00 -- Additional Emergency 911 Panic Alerts -- $15.00 -- Temporary Guardian Set-up -- $12.95 -- Additional Charges: One Time Activation Fee (required) -- $35.00 -- * All Wherify service plans have a minimum one year agreement ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Check Coverage Maps: With Wherify's GPS Locator, you can determine the location of your child whether he or she is playing in your own backyard or at a relative's house across the country. The GPS Locator uses state-of-the-art enhanced GPS technology and the largest 100% digital nationwide PCS wireless network to determine and communicate the location of the person wearing the device. Service from both are needed for complete, end-to-end location reporting to occur. Click below to search by State and determine if there is coverage in your desired area. Note: If the Locator is outside a PCS signal area or does not receive a PCS signal, no location report will be provided. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Future Applications Wherify Wireless is developing products and services that will make them one of the worlds leading providers of location-based products and services. Future product development includes: m-Commerce Personal Electronics Handsets Asset Tracking Currency Tracking Fleet Management Pet Care Law Enforcement ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Subscriber Login User ID: Security Code: Remember Logon Info Menu Locate Page Unlock Find a Reseller Near You! "Unbelievable... Cutting edge technology that will help keep your children safe" - Oprah "..the latest must have..." - Parenting Magazine "ingenious watch-size location device" - Business 2.0 "trendy, sporty style..." - T3 Magazine "This watch can make a difference" - NBC 7 News at Five - WHDH TV - Boston "What will they think of next?" - CNET CES 2002 Winner Best of Innovations Personal Electronics CES 2002 Honoree Design & Engineering Award Wireless Communications RetailVision Fall 2001 - Best New Product RetailVision Fall 2001 - Best New Technology Popular Mechanics Winner - Editor's Choice Click here to see our most recent awards. FCC Chairman Michael Powell meets Timothy Neher and learns about Wherify's GPS Personal Locator at CTIA 2002. Click on image to see larger picture. ABC - 7 On Your Side Forbes Wherify partners with PSB Corporation CBS National Marketwatch Wired Wherify partners with Qualcomm KPIX-TV 5 San Francisco Time Magazine Wherify partners with Fischer Tech Ltd. Oprah Winfrey CBS Marketwatch Wherify at CTIA more tv> more news> more press releases> # distributed via <nettime>: no commercial use without permission # <nettime> is a moderated mailing list for net criticism, # collaborative text filtering and cultural politics of the nets # more info: [email protected] and "info nettime-l" in the msg body # archive: http://www.nettime.org contact: [email protected]