Last month we reported that Google's teaming with Apple was the start of something big, and just as we expected, we're seeing the success of their collaboration.
Global Positioning Systems are coming to your iPhone. How awesome is this? Since the first iPhone was launched, discussion of getting GPS as an add on was high on the geek wish list. locoGPS should be rolling out very soon. It will be open source and use Google maps. The price is rumored to be a very affordable $90.
What's Driving This Trend
- GPS on Iphone
- The integration of GPS into iPhones and smartphones presents an opportunity for companies that offer geolocation services and for app developers to create location-aware apps.
- Open Source GPS
- The use of open source code for GPS technology can lead to new innovations and collaborations among developers and companies, as well as cost savings for businesses seeking to incorporate geolocation capabilities into their products.
- Google Maps Integration
- The integration of Google Maps into GPS technology presents opportunities for businesses to offer more accurate and up-to-date location-based services, as well as for developers to create innovative apps that use Google Maps data.
Who This Affects Most
- Navigation Technology
- The integration of GPS technology into smartphones and other devices presents disruptive innovation opportunities for navigation technology companies to create new products and services that take advantage of location-based capabilities.
- Mobile App Development
- The integration of GPS and Google Maps into smartphones presents opportunities for mobile app developers to create innovative location-based apps, such as navigation apps, augmented reality apps, and social media apps that use location data.
- Geolocation Services
- The integration of GPS and open source technology into devices presents opportunities for companies that offer geolocation services to expand their offerings and improve the accuracy and reliability of their location data.
