Summary of New Zoombak Universal A-GPS Locator Goes National with Pep Boys : Rollout to Nearly 600 Stores Nationwide Supports Back-to-School Availability
Zoombak's Universal A-GPS Locator is a compact device combining cellular networks and GPS satellites for real-time tracking. It fits in cars, backpacks, or on dog collars, offering safety features like custom virtual zones that trigger text or email alerts upon boundary crossing. Available at major retailers starting at $199 plus a monthly plan, it enables users to locate assets via mobile phones or the website anytime.
Parts used in the Zoombak Universal A-GPS Locator:
- A-GPS technology
- Cellular network connectivity
- Global positioning satellite receiver
- Interactive website platform
- Mobile phone access interface
- Virtual safety zone software
- Text message alert system
- Email notification system
NEW YORK (PRWEB) August 13, 2008
The Zoombak Universal A-GPS Locator is the newest member of Zoombak’s portfolio of A-GPS locators which includes the Zoombak Advanced GPS Car & Family Locator and the Zoombak Advanced GPS Dog Locator. Small enough to be placed in a car, backpack or briefcase and easily attached to a bicycle or dog’s collar, Zoombak combines the coverage of cellular networks and the power of global positioning satellites to provide consumers with the most accurate, real-time location information available.
“We are pleased that Pep Boys has chosen the Zoombak Universal A-GPS Locator to expand its in-car electronics offerings, joining our growing list of retail partners who recognize the value of providing customers with innovative solutions,” said Simon Buckingham, CEO of Zoombak. “For parents of teen drivers, or any car owner looking for added safety and security, Zoombak provides peace of mind by allowing them to know where their vehicle is in real-time, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.”
Zoombak provides consumers with the ability to stay connected to the things that matter most. Using Zoombak’s interactive website, customers can set up custom safety zones around virtually any location including homes, parks, malls and schools. When the device crosses one of the virtual boundaries, a text message or email alert promptly notifies users of the location of the device. Users can also pinpoint their Zoombak’s location at any time on-demand from both their mobile phone and zoombak.com.
Starting at an affordable price of $ 199 plus a low cost monthly service plan, Zoombak is the only A-GPS locator technology already available nationwide at leading consumer electronics, specialty pet and automotive retailers including Circuit City, PetSmart, Al & Ed’s Autosound, Amazon.com and BestBuy.com.
About Zoombak
Zoombak LLC, develops leading edge solutions that keep consumers connected to the things that really matter. The company is led by a team of veteran executives with extensive wireless, sales and marketing, business development and operational expertise working together to put safety on the map. With offices in the United States and England, Zoombak is a privately held subsidiary of Liberty Media. Liberty Media Corporation owns interests in a broad range of electronic retailing, media, communications and entertainment businesses. Those interests are attributed to three tracking stock groups: the Liberty Interactive group, which includes Liberty’s interests in QVC.com, Provide Commerce, Backcountry.com, BUYSEASONS, Bodybuilding.com, IAC/InterActiveCorp, and Expedia, the Liberty Entertainment Group, which includes Liberty’s interests in the DIRECTV Group, Inc., Starz Entertainment, FUN Technologies, Inc., GSN, LLC, Wildblue Communications, Inc., and Liberty Sports Holdings LLC, and the Liberty Capital group, which includes all businesses, assets and liabilities not attributed to the Interactive Group or the Entertainment Group including our subsidiaries Starz Media, LLC, Atlanta National League Baseball Club, Inc., and TruePosition, Inc., and minority equity investments in Time Warner Inc. and Sprint Nextel Corporation. For more information, please see http://www.libertymedia.com.
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- What is the primary function of the Zoombak Universal A-GPS Locator?
It combines cellular networks and GPS satellites to provide accurate, real-time location information. - How can users set up safety alerts with this device?
Users create custom safety zones on the interactive website that send text or email alerts when boundaries are crossed. - Where can consumers purchase the Zoombak Universal A-GPS Locator?
It is available nationwide at retailers including Circuit City, PetSmart, Amazon.com, and BestBuy.com. - Can users track the device location on demand?
Yes, users can pinpoint the location at any time from their mobile phone or zoombak.com. - What is the starting price for the Zoombak Universal A-GPS Locator?
The device starts at an affordable price of $199 plus a low cost monthly service plan. - Does the device work for both vehicles and pets?
Yes, it is small enough to be placed in a car, backpack, briefcase, attached to a bicycle, or on a dog's collar. - Who owns Zoombak LLC?
Zoombak is a privately held subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation. - Is the service available 24 hours a day?
Yes, the locator provides real-time location information 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
