The Trimble® Geocache Navigator™ application provides geocaching enthusiasts with a revolutionary new way to go geocaching. Use your phone to search for caches in the area, help find them and mark them as lost or found using a seamless connection to the largest geocaching database in the world maintained by Seattle, Wash.-based Groundspeak. Designed to run on GPS-enabled cell phones, the Geocache Navigator service and product combination combines the advanced technology of Global Positioning System (GPS) and mobile communications, making geocaching easier, cheaper, and more accessible to American consumers of all ages and backgrounds.
Geocache Navigator is a member of the Trimble® Outdoors™ family of GPS-on-cellular applications for consumers brought to you by Trimble Navigation Limited—a leading innovator of GPS technology since 1978. With Trimble Outdoors, consumers can use their GPS-enabled cell phones to find their way off-road, track their workouts, and document and share those experiences with others. By leveraging Trimble's 28 years of commercial expertise in GPS, software, and communications, Trimble Outdoors delivers cost-effective and convenient position-based services that promote consumers' well-being, security and active lifestyle.
The Trimble Outdoors family of GPS-on-cellular applications includes:
- Trimble Outdoors™ lets you use your cell phone to find your way and document your trips for hiking, fishing and other outdoor activities.
- AllSport GPS™ turns your cell phone into a GPS-enabled trainer and workout tracker for biking, running, walking and other sports activities.
- Geocache Navigator ™ allows you to discover the thrill of geocaching on-the-go. Leave behind your standalone GPS device, cables and paper printouts. Just grab your phone, seek and enjoy.
- Learn more about these apps at TrimbleOutdoors.com
About Trimble
Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB), which was founded in 1978, has its headquarters in Sunnyvale, California. Trimble products are used in over 100 countries around the world. More than 2,400 employees in over 18 countries, coupled with a highly capable network of dealers and distribution partners serve and support Trimble customers. For over 28 years, Trimble has created unique positioning products applying its technology to everything from expeditions to Mt. Everest to projects with NASA. Trimble's portfolio includes over 700 patents and serves as the basis for the broadest positioning offerings in the industry. You can find additional information about Trimble at www.Trimble.com.
About Groundspeak
The Geocache Navigator application has been developed in a strategic partnership with Seattle, Wash.-based Groundspeak®. Groundspeak Inc. creates the toolset for building location-based adventures in the real world using a unique combination of technology and the Internet. Groundspeak owns and operates Geocaching.com - the global headquarters for the sport of Geocaching. Groundspeak also owns Waymarking.com - an online catalog of unique and interesting locations around the world. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Seattle, WA, Groundspeak is a leading innovator in location based entertainment. For more information about Groundspeak visit www.groundspeak.com.