The new Garmin GTU 10 introduces a new low cost service plan that is sure to please the user

The new Garmin GTU 10 introduces a new low cost service plan that is sure to please the user. With a MRSP of $199.99 you may be put off. However when you consider that the price includes the first year’s service fee it’s not too bad.

The GTU 10 GPS tracker is 3”x1.3”x.8” (7.6x3.3x2cm) and only weighs 1.7 oz. (48g) and it is waterproof. It comes with a pouch to attached it to a belt or dog collar and a carabiner clip. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery is included with this gps personal tracker with an estimated life of four weeks between charges. It will even notify you though the tracking service when the battery is low and needs to be recharged or when the device has been turned off.

The Garmin GTU 10 personal GPS trackers use assisted GPS location technology and uses AT&T wireless network for data delivery. The location of the device can be monitored from Garmin’s website, with your pc, mobile apps as well as compatible Garmin nüLink devices (not included) that can automatically route to the GTU 10’s location with turn-by-turn directions.

GTU 10 GPS tracker has two service programs available. The unit come with one year of Standard Tracking which provides access to 10 points of daily track history. The Standard Tracking package can be renewed at an annual rate of $49.99/year after the first year of complimentary service. If you would like a more detailed history, Garmin offers the Deluxe Tracking service plan ($4.99 per month) allowing you to access 7 days of tracking history. Each service plan includes the option to automatically renew upon expiration, and there are no early termination fees, no activation fees and no contracts. Not bad when you consider that most other trackers’ service plans range from $12 to $15 per month and many require contracts and activation fees.

The Garmin GTU 10 GPS tracker allows you to create up to 10 geofences (virtual boundaries) for your device so that when the GTI 10 GPS trackerenters or exits a geofenced area, the Garmin tracking program can send an email or text message notification to you or authorized friends and family members that you have previously set

up. It’s also easy to view a track history of where your GTU 10 has been. And because there are numerous ways to use GTU 10, it’s easy to customize battery settings for optimal performance.

The uses for this device are limited only by your imagination. Because it is light weight and waterproof you can use the Garmin GTU 10 to track about anything or anyone. Some uses could be:
• Travelers: Locate luggage and belongings so nothing gets left behind or lost.
• Parents: Track your children on their way to school to make sure they arrive safely.
• Pet owners: The Garmin GTU 10 GPS tracker can be used as GPS pet trackers to receive notifications when your pet exits a geofence so you can go track it down. Or see where your paid “dog walker” took you pet for his walk.
• Runners: Let friends or family track your whereabouts on your daily run, or your progress on race day.
• Put it in your briefcase incase you forget it somewhere.
• Put it in your teenager’s car to track where they went.
And the list goes on. I’m sure that Garmin’s low cost service plan is going to have an sweeping affect on the industry to the benefit of the consumer.

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