A newly launched global position system service allows its users to access real-time traffic data — generated by the customers — in cities around the country. The GPS service, run by Sunnyvale, Calif.-based Dash Navigation, helps drivers find directions; however, the Internet-based service constantly updates driving directions based on information gathered from other area drivers. The database-driven system offers alternate routes if traffic has slowed, according to information culled from other devices.
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GPS Device Spots Traffic Trouble by Talking to Its Friends
Posted by: Brad King March 28, 2008 02:27 PMA newly launched global position system service allows its users to access real-time traffic data — generated by the customers — in cities around the country. The GPS service, run by Sunnyvale, Calif.-based Dash Navigation, helps drivers find directions; however, the Internet-based service constantly updates driving directions based on information gathered from other area drivers. The database-driven system offers alternate routes if traffic has slowed, according to information culled from other devices.