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GPS is an acronym for Global Positioning System. Put simply, in the outdoor world, GPS refers to a hand held receiver for a satellite-based radio positioning systems that provides 24 hour three-dimensional position, velocity and time information anywhere on or near the surface of the Earth (and sometimes off the earth). Basic models are now available for well under £100 and can indicate altitude, bearing, and position, as well as storing waypoints and routes.

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	Garmin Colorado 300 Tested The GPSTraining guys report back after four months using the new Colorado 300 GPS unit. - 5/6/08

	GPS Emergency Beacon Saves TGO Walker New GPS-based emergency device used for the first time to trigger rescue in UK. - 13/5/08

	Satmap Active 10 - Tested Has Satmap really revolutionised navigation on the hills? We step out with the new Active 10 GPS. - 13/2/08

	Satmap Launches Streamlined new GPS unit looks set to revolutionise digital navigation. - 18/10/07

	New Satmap To Revolutionise GPS Use? Simple to use with self-contained mapping software and Mac friendly too? Looks good to us :-) - 20/8/07

	New Garmin eTrex Coming Soon Garmin has revamped its popular eTrex range with new high sensitivity receivers. - 12/6/07

	Memory Map Launches Hybrid Navigation Unit First use it on the hill then stick in your car and it's a Sat Nav and camera warning device. - 26/3/07

	Quo Pro Mapping Software Reviewed The Quo Pro is a late entry into a well-established market for mapping software, but by hanging back, the company has been able to supply what's missing from the competition ... - 28/11/06

	ViewRanger Surges Into Software Final The innovative ViewRanger system that turns a mobile phone into a nagivation device is the sole UK finalist in a competition to find the best software developers for the latest Nokia smartphones. - 11/9/06

	Budget GPS Unit Hits The UK A compact, waterproof, decently-specced GPS unit for less than 90 quid - that's the new Lowrance iFinder Go, which is being distributed by Swedish navigation gurus Silva. - 27/7/05


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