Are we going too far with cell phone "location" technology?

SGM Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 07:33:28 -0500

http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/technology/cellphone-tracking-find-an-address-easy-but-new-devices-can-calculate-your-altitude/2014/11/19/a47a85b2-6a85-11e4-b053-65cea7903f2e_story.html?wpisrc=nl-headlines&wpmm=1

Cellphone tracking: Find an address? Easy. But new devices can calculate your altitude.

New devices can pinpoint what floor you’re on, aiding rescue crews but setting off privacy groups’ alarms.

Response by CW5 Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 20 at 2014 7:33 AM

CW5 Private RallyPoint Member — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 07:33:06 -0500

I heard this story on the radio coming to work today, SGM Private RallyPoint Member. Despite the possible abuses of the technology, I think the pros far outweigh the cons. Imagine how it might save a life in an earthquake or an avalanche (earthquake is probably more likely). I think it's a very good development.

Response by SGT James Hastings made Nov 20 at 2014 10:05 AM

SGT James Hastings — Thu, 20 Nov 2014 10:05:18 -0500

I guess it all depends on circumstances. A friend's mother drove off the road and her car ended upside down in a river. They were able to find her by her cell phone.

Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Jun 25 at 2016 11:04 AM

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 25 Jun 2016 11:04:59 -0400

The biggest issue with any technology or ability is the checks and balances against abuse. Security is always on the bottom of the list for priority.