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Telecom 4G-Enabled Trackers

The Sprint Tracker + Safe & Found Offers Enhanced Peace of Mind

— June 19, 2019 — Tech
Bluetooth trackers have become quite popular but only provide limited tracking capabilities, so the Sprint Tracker + Safe & Found has been developed by the telecom brand to offer users a new level of coverage. Running on the company's nationwide 4G LTE network, the tracker will provide real-time location information for users that will keep them informed of the location of almost anything. This could include children, pets, vehicles and more to ensure they are always aware of their location right from their smartphone.

Vice President of Product marketing and Innovation Doug Smith spoke on the Sprint Tracker + Safe & Found saying, "We know that our customers value safety, security and peace of mind. With our new Tracker + Safe & Found, Sprint helps deliver all of the above. Users can quickly and easily know the location of and keep track of children, pets and virtually anything else they love and care about, all in a single app. It’s a great service that can help families, pet owners, small businesses and more.”
Trend Themes
1. Real-time Location Tracking - The trend towards real-time location tracking offers opportunities for innovative solutions that can provide continuous updates on the whereabouts of people and valuables.
2. Enhanced Tracking Capabilities - The demand for trackers with advanced features such as 4G connectivity presents disruptive innovation opportunities for companies to develop more comprehensive tracking solutions.
3. Convergence of Technologies - The convergence of 4G LTE network and smartphone apps allows for the integration of multiple tracking functionalities, enabling users to monitor various assets from a single platform.
Industry Implications
1. Telecommunications - The telecommunications industry can leverage the demand for 4G-enabled trackers to develop new products and services for consumers and businesses.
2. Child Safety - The child safety industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating real-time location tracking technologies into wearable devices and smart home systems.
3. Pet Care - The pet care industry can capitalize on the trend of enhanced tracking capabilities to create innovative solutions that ensure the safety and well-being of pets.
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