September 3, 2025 Around this time of year, when the heat of summer breaks and evenings don’t last quite so long, my hunting dog starts acting a little different. She has more pep in her step, her overly dramatic *sighs* disappear, and whenever I go near the gun closet, what I swear is a smile creeps across her face. It’s my unofficial cue that hunting season is just around the corner, and I need to […]

The Navigation Technology Satellite-3 (NTS-3) spacecraft is shown in an anechoic test chamber prior to electromagnetic interference and electromagnetic compatibility testing in Palm Bay, Florida. This experimental satellite is being designed, built and tested by L3Harris Technologies, and will be used by the Air Force Research Laboratory and partner organizations as part of an integrated system to conduct a one-year demonstration of advanced technologies and concepts in satellite navigation. (Credit: AFRL) The Department of the […]

August 26, 2025 When two distressed hypothermic climbers stumbled into his party’s camp at 9,350’ on Mount Adams, Chris Vaughn used his inReach® satellite communication device1 to get help. It was 4 p.m. when Chris Vaughn and his party members reached what’s known as “Lunch Counter” on Mount Adams (12,276’) in Washington’s Cascade Range. Lunch Counter sits at about 9,350’ and is a relatively level and sheltered area with expansive views at the base of […]

JAVAD GNSS, a global provider of high-precision GNSS solutions, and Inertial Labs, a VIAVI Solutions Company, have entered a strategic partnership to integrate Inertial Labs’ IMU-P modules with JAVAD’s advanced OEM GNSS receivers. This collaboration introduces a new GNSS+INS platform designed to deliver accuracy, stability and resilience, even in environments where GNSS signals are weak or unavailable. Central to this advancement is the JAVAD TR-3Si receiver, engineered for compatibility with professional IMU modules. Combined with […]

August 25, 2025 Whether you are a kayak angler prepping for a tournament or enjoying the simplicity of fishing the calm lakes and reservoirs in various regions, having a kayak trolling motor that helps you make the most of your fishing trip is essential. You need a motor with unrivaled maneuverability and hands-free control to make fishing your favorite spots much easier. So, if you have a fishing kayak and are ready to upgrade yours […]

Credit: ABIDAL / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images GNSS spoofing has become a regular occurrence with the potential for severe consequences when precise and reliable positioning is critical. Legacy GNSS signals are the primary target for bad actors, as most precise positioning relies on these signals, and it’s constantly getting easier and cheaper for people to fake the message. To combat this, Trimble has introduced Trimble RTX-NMA (Navigation Message Authentication), the first […]

Swift Navigation has partnered with Taiwan Mobile, a major telecommunications company in Taiwan, to introduce the Skylark Precise Positioning Service to the Taiwanese market. This collaboration aims to meet the increasing demand for high-accuracy positioning solutions across various industries. Skylark is a real-time GNSS correction service that enhances positioning precision to the centimeter level by correcting signal errors from GNSS. It is the first cloud-based precise positioning service developed specifically for large-scale applications, designed to […]

August 21, 2025 Staying connected, informed and safe — regardless of geographical location — has become an essential and expected part of our lives. So what makes inReach® satellite communicators stand out? Below are some of the top reasons why it’s advantageous to have an inReach handheld available1. Connection to the Only Satellite Network with Global Coverage The Iridium® satellite network, the world’s largest commercial satellite constellation, is the system that allows inReach handhelds to […]

Image: u-blox U-blox has entered into a binding transaction agreement with ZI Zenith, a subsidiary of Advent International, for $1.3 billion. Under the agreement, ZI Zenith will launch a public tender offer to acquire all publicly held registered shares of u-blox at a price of CHF 135.00 per share in cash. Founded in 1997 as a spin-off from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich, u-blox is best known for its affordable and accessible modules […]

August 20, 2025 This is your guide to improving your swim fitness with Garmin heart rate monitors, smartwatches and more. Whether you’re a recreational swimmer trying to stay in shape or a competitive triathlete aiming to maximize your swim performance, the right swimming gear can make all the difference. Maybe you’ve already got the suit, swim cap and goggles, but you still need technology to track your performance and recovery. That’s where Garmin products — […]