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Survival Tech at CES

by Terrence O'Brien on January 10, 2008 at 11:19 AM



SPOT Satellite Messenger

SPOT Satellite MessengerNext time you're stranded on a mountain or in the woods and need help, you can turn to SPOT, a handheld device that and send pre-set messages, as well as your GPS coordinates, to friends, family, or authorities. The little orange box can trigger 911 alerts, track your progress via Google Maps, or just check to let people know you're alive. And best of all, it's Endorsed by Les Stroud of 'Survivor Man.'


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