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Google Maps To Add 'Friend' GPS Tracking

Posted by timothy on from the jealous-girlfriend dept.

Henway writes "Google is adding the option to Google Maps to place your whereabouts either via cell phone towers or GPS. Think 'locator beacon.' Paraphrased: This would be good for people wanting to let their friends know where they are or for parents wanting to know where their children are at all times."

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  1. It's Stalkerriffic! by wiredog · · Score: 0, Redundant

    Now I just gotta get that Cute Girl who thinks I'm creepy to turn it on so I'll always know where she is. Maybe I can call her from inside the house.

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  2. Re:So, kind of like Britekite? by lethalp1mpslapper · · Score: 0, Redundant

    This was possible back in 2006 or so with Mologogo