TrackR Bluetooth Tracking Wafer

People who tend to be forgetful or lose certain items like wallets and keys should definitely take a look at the TrackR Bluetooth Wafer, which will allow users to track some of their belongings.

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LockStar GPS Tracker Watches: The Spy Who Watched Me

OK, so maybe you shouldn’t use a GPS tracker watch to spy on your loved ones, but you’ll be able to make sure that your little ones or older relatives are safe and sound. LockStar GPS watches are designed for families caring for children, the elderly, or anyone who you need to keep tabs on, ensuring that they will be found if lost.

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Nike+ Steps Up Its Game with Pressure Sensors and Accelerometers

Nike+ is receiving a major update this year, which includes pressure sensors and an accelerometer. The sensors will be mounted inside dedicated basketball and training shoes. Of course, you’ll be able to track your progress directly on your iPhone.

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Twitter Data Accurately Tracked the Haiti Cholera Outbreak: Social Media with a Twist

The real-time social networking service Twitter has yielded data that would have tracked the deadly cholera outbreak in Haiti, which began in October 2010, faster than any other traditional methods. The results appeared today in a special section of The American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene.

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