December 12, 2024 New data gives a real-time look at overall health and wellness of Garmin customers in 2024. It’s that time of year again. The end-of-year reports are rolling in — what did you listen to, what did you read, which of your social media posts earned you the most internet clout? In a 24/7 cycle of endless streams of content, we’re used to the constant notifications, but you have to admit: They do […]

The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has unveiled a comprehensive classified strategy for countering unmanned systems. This strategy, signed by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, seeks to address the evolving threats posed by unmanned systems in both current and potential future threats. Key components of the strategy This strategy is based on various DOD initiatives, such as the Joint Counter-Small UAS Office, the Warfighter Senior Integration Group, and the Replicator 2 initiative. It […]

December 10, 2024 Can’t decide between these two innovative live sonar systems from Garmin? No worries. We’ll break it down for you. When it comes to elevating your fishing game, having the right technology can make all the difference. Whether you’re a seasoned angler looking to upgrade the products on your boat or a beginner eager to explore the difference Garmin marine electronics can make with your fishing experience, choosing the right sonar system can […]

3D model of the Notre Dame Cathedral. (Image: Andrew Tallon/Vassar College) Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has reopened its doors five years after the devastating fire, showcasing its restored interior after extensive rebuilding work. The restoration, costing approximately €700 million ($737 million), was financed entirely by donations from around the world.  On April 15, 2019, Notre Dame went up in flames, with the spire collapsing and the roof being destroyed. The following years were dedicated […]

My previous newsletter highlighted the Fall HSRP meeting that discussed how The Ohio State University and Michigan State University have made great progress in developing useful tools for the development and implementation of the new, modernized National Spatial Reference System (NSRS) in 2025. This newsletter will highlight the updates to vertical datums that The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is working on. My last newsletter described some of the activities of the National Ocean Service […]

(Photo: Trimble) Transportation continues to be a key application area for GNSS and related technologies — both directly, as with receivers on trains, and indirectly, as in airport construction. For this month’s cover story, I chose three transportation-related projects that showcase different aspects of this relationship: The project to triple the size of the international airport in Lima, Peru, and transform it into the Jorge Chávez Airport City. I posed a few questions to Carlos […]

December 3, 2024 Garmin continued its string of successful marine award seasons with several top industry recognitions When choosing marine electronics, you want the best. The industry tends to agree. In 2024, Garmin continued to push the boundaries of innovation with new marine tech being developed and released to the market often. The Garmin marine team reaped the rewards with several major awards from respected industry organizations and publications, including an unprecedented 10th straight year […]

“Seen & Heard” is a monthly feature of GPS World magazine, traveling the world to capture interesting and unusual news stories involving the GNSS/PNT industry. Texas Sues GM for Allegedly Selling Drivers’ Data Photo: baona / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images The Texas Attorney General’s Office has filed a lawsuit against General Motors (GM), alleging that the company unlawfully collected and sold driving data from more than 1.5 million Texas drivers. The […]

December 2, 2024 Learn how to maximize your training with Garmin watches and gear.  Whether you’re training for a sprint, standard, half or full triathlon, you need quality gear to help you swim, bike and run to the finish line.  Garmin offers everything a triathlete could need, from premium multisport smartwatches and heart rate monitors to bike computers, power meter pedals and indoor trainers.  If you’ve ever wondered which is the best Garmin smartwatch for […]

This is a challenging time for coral reefs. Although they cover less than 0.1% of the ocean floor, coral reefs support 25% of all marine creatures. Collectively, they form one of the planet’s most important ecosystems. Their health is in jeopardy due to increased ocean acidification, rising temperatures, pollution runoff, and overfishing and other destructive fishing practices. The news is not uniformly bleak. A global study of coral reefs that seemed wildly ambitious when it […]