For sometime GPS like information has been available on cell phones in foreign countries. For instance, in Korea, you can look up where your buddy is currently located. Sprint/Nextel has just introduced a similar option called “MapQuest Find Me�?. Available on the Blackberry 7520 it will enable Sprint/Nextel customers to view their location on the device and find near by restaurants, lodging – points of interest basically. It will also allow invited friends and family to view their location.

In addition to access to “Mapquest Find Me�?, customers will be able to enjoy wireless walkie-talkie service, along with your bevy of standard Blackberry features.

• Location-Based Group Communication: Create private networks where other “MapQuest Find Me” users, such as colleagues, friends and family members, can opt-in to exchange and share their current locations. Users can find their network members on a buddy list-type feature and view their locations on a map, right on their wireless device or online at a private web site.
• Alerts & Notifications: Set up alerts to be notified via SMS or email when users (who opt-in to share their location) arrive or depart from a designated area
• Automatic Location Reporting: Leverage GPS technology to easily identify your current location without manually entering an address, ZIP code or other information.
• Points of Interest Locator: Find hotels, conference centres, banks, restaurants, theaters and other points of interest based on their proximity to your current location or any U.S. address.
• Interactive Maps and Driving Directions: Get interactive maps and text-based turn-by-turn directions to any destination in the United States.
• Convenient Address Book: Store addresses or points of interest to save time when you need directions again. Update your Address Book on the Web and automatically refresh information on your wireless device.
• Peace of Mind: Send your location as a text message to trusted colleagues, friends and family members or allow them to view your location on a private web site.

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