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New Halo Tracker Adds 130-Decibel Siren for Safety
InnovationApr 7

New Halo Tracker Adds 130-Decibel Siren for Safety

Pebblebee just launched a device that tracks your lost keys and could save your life. The Halo tracker includes a pull-apart alarm that blasts a 130-decibel siren and sends your location to emergency contacts.

The Verge2 min read
New $60 Tracker Alerts Loved Ones in Emergencies
InnovationApr 13

New $60 Tracker Alerts Loved Ones in Emergencies

A keystone-sized safety device tracks your belongings like an AirTag but also sounds a 130-decibel alarm and texts your location to trusted contacts when pulled apart. The Halo gives anyone navigating unsafe situations a discreet way to call for help without touching their phone.

New Atlas2 min read
Nigeria Launches Tracker for 2027 Health Promises
SolutionsAug 26

Nigeria Launches Tracker for 2027 Health Promises

A new online tool will hold Nigerian politicians accountable for their healthcare promises ahead of 2027 elections. The Health Manifesto Tracker lets citizens check whether candidates deliver on commitments to improve the country's struggling health system.

Premium Times Nigeria2 min read
5 Fitness Trackers With No Monthly Fees (Starting at $50)
SolutionsMay 30

5 Fitness Trackers With No Monthly Fees (Starting at $50)

Tired of fitness trackers that demand monthly subscriptions on top of hefty upfront costs? Five devices now deliver solid health tracking without the recurring fees eating into your wallet.

Engadget2 min read
Fitness Trackers Help People Manage Chronic Illness
Health & WellnessMar 16

Fitness Trackers Help People Manage Chronic Illness

People with long Covid, POTS, and other chronic conditions are using fitness trackers to avoid debilitating crashes and reclaim their lives. After three years of tracking her health data, one journalist went from bedridden episodes to living crash-free.

The Verge2 min read
Dog Tracker Switches to Starlink When Cell Service Fails
VideosJul 26

Dog Tracker Switches to Starlink When Cell Service Fails

A new GPS dog tracker automatically connects to satellites when cell towers disappear, keeping pets findable on remote hikes and camping trips. The Fi Ultra is the first consumer pet tracker powered by Starlink technology.

New Atlas2 min read
New E-Bike Tracker Works for 12 Months Without Charging
Solutions6d ago

New E-Bike Tracker Works for 12 Months Without Charging

A new tracking device called Astra can locate stolen e-bikes for up to a year without recharging, even when bikes sit in storage. The system combines GPS, Wi-Fi positioning, and smart power management to help owners recover stolen bikes from apartments, garages, and other hard-to-reach locations.

Electrek2 min read
Solar Tracker Company Expands to Power Grid Infrastructure
InnovationJul 14

Solar Tracker Company Expands to Power Grid Infrastructure

GameChange Energy is transforming from a solar tracker specialist into a full energy infrastructure provider, aiming for 30% of revenue from new products within three years. The company now holds 11% of the global tracker market and is manufacturing transformers, grid equipment, and robotic monitoring systems.

PV Magazine3 min read
New Pet Tracker Works Anywhere Using Satellite Tech
InnovationJul 8

New Pet Tracker Works Anywhere Using Satellite Tech

Dog owners can now track their pets anywhere in the US, even miles from cell towers, thanks to a new tracker that connects to satellites. The Fi Ultra automatically switches between regular networks and space-based coverage to keep tabs on adventurous pups.

Engadget2 min read
3-Legged Sea Turtle Gets Satellite Tracker After Rescue
Planet WinsMar 26

3-Legged Sea Turtle Gets Satellite Tracker After Rescue

A rare sea turtle who lost a limb to a shark attack just returned to the ocean with a high-tech tracker, helping scientists prove amputee turtles can thrive in the wild. Her survival could help save one of Earth's rarest sea turtle species.

Stuff NZ2 min read
Garmin's $199 Fitness Tracker Ditches Subscriptions
VideosJul 29

Garmin's $199 Fitness Tracker Ditches Subscriptions

Garmin just launched a screenless fitness tracker that works without a monthly fee, bucking the industry trend of expensive subscriptions. The Cirqa band offers serious tracking features for a one-time price of $199.

New Atlas2 min read
Dog Tracker Uses Starlink to Work Anywhere in the U.S.
InnovationJul 8

Dog Tracker Uses Starlink to Work Anywhere in the U.S.

A new dog GPS tracker connects through satellites, so it works even in remote areas without cell service. Pet parents can finally track their dogs on hiking trips, hunting expeditions, and rural adventures.

SpaceNews2 min read
Apple Gives iPhone Users Control Over Location Privacy
Daily MixJan 29

Apple Gives iPhone Users Control Over Location Privacy

Apple just launched a new feature that stops cell carriers from tracking your exact location. The privacy tool is rolling out now on the newest iPhones and iPads across several global carriers.

TechCrunch2 min read
Africa's Tech Leaders Unite on Co-Location Solution
InnovationMay 6

Africa's Tech Leaders Unite on Co-Location Solution

Industry leaders across Africa are embracing co-location data centers as the breakthrough solution to power challenges and infrastructure gaps holding back the continent's digital growth. The strategy is already accelerating cloud and AI adoption while attracting major global investment.

Vanguard Nigeria3 min read
Solar Tracker Stops Itself in High Winds, Cuts Costs 20%
InnovationMay 7

Solar Tracker Stops Itself in High Winds, Cuts Costs 20%

A Portuguese company invented a wind-sensing solar panel tracker that automatically locks itself during storms without needing any power or electronics. The breakthrough could make solar farms cheaper, safer, and able to produce far more energy.

PV Magazine2 min read
Apple's iOS 26.3 Lets You Hide Your Location from Carriers
InnovationJan 27

Apple's iOS 26.3 Lets You Hide Your Location from Carriers

Apple is rolling out a groundbreaking privacy feature that lets iPhone users hide their precise location from mobile carriers while keeping full service quality. Your carrier will only see your general neighborhood instead of your exact street address.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Solar Tracker Market Soars 19% to Record 134 Gigawatts
Planet WinsJun 9

Solar Tracker Market Soars 19% to Record 134 Gigawatts

The global solar tracker market just hit a record high, shipping enough equipment in 2025 to power millions of homes with smarter, sun-following technology. America leads innovation while Africa emerges as the fastest-growing region for clean energy infrastructure.

PV Magazine3 min read
EV Charging Network Hits 300 Locations Across 40 States
Planet WinsAug 6

EV Charging Network Hits 300 Locations Across 40 States

A new electric vehicle charging network has reached 300 locations with 1,300 fast-charging stalls spanning 40 states, making coast-to-coast EV travel more accessible than ever. The partnership between Pilot Company, General Motors, and EVgo is already halfway to its goal of 2,000 charging stalls nationwide. #

Google: electric vehicle milestone2 min read
Rare Night Parrot Found in New Queensland Location
Planet WinsApr 22

Rare Night Parrot Found in New Queensland Location

One of the world's most elusive birds, thought extinct for decades, has been detected in a second Queensland location over 150 kilometers from the only known population. The discovery means conservationists may not need to relocate birds to create backup populations.

ABC Australia3 min read
Pilot Flying J Hits 300 EV Charging Locations Nationwide
SolutionsJul 20

Pilot Flying J Hits 300 EV Charging Locations Nationwide

The truck stop chain now offers electric vehicle charging at over 300 locations across North America, with 50 new sites added this year alone. Road trippers can now cruise cross-country without worrying about running out of juice.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read

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