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ZeDefender



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But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing...
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The test version of the app I've uploaded today is pretty much a "release candidate" so unless any bugs are found or new features requested it's pretty much how the first App Store version will be. http://www.yorkshireoffroadclub.net/
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I can't bloody keep up Laughing
I'm expecting a newer model tomorrow with better battery life. Won't be able to test your app properly until then Sad
It's just sitting on my phone, mocking me... Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing...
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davew wrote:
TBH although Defenders are stolen in the UK, as a proportion of the number of them that are on the road it probably amounts to a very small risk.

Anyway, for anyone that wants to beta test an iPhone app to control one of these trackers, you can join the test team here...
http://tflig.ht/WW5HOC

Once you've registered your device I'll add it to the list of authorised devices and you'll be able to download the app on your phone.

After I've tarted the UI up a bit I'll submit it to the app store.


Sorry if I missed it, but for which tracker is this iPhone app? Seems very interesting to be able to control it with an app instead of composing text messages with commands etc. Cheers, Vincent
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Post #210731 12th Feb 2013 5:33pm
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Go Beyond wrote:
It's stand alone, there is no subscription.

Ongoing though there are the costs associated with a Pay as you go SIM which will vary depending on how many texts you get it to send.


Thanks - I am looking for something suitable for my series - and cheap too! Euro-Leafing to infinity and beyond.....
Post #210761 12th Feb 2013 7:53pm
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couplands



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davew wrote:
The test version of the app I've uploaded today is pretty much a "release candidate" so unless any bugs are found or new features requested it's pretty much how the first App Store version will be.


Thanks Dave, got the app, just waiting for the tracker to arrive...;-(

App looks good, will give feedback ASAP.

Cheers

Simon
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davew



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VeeTee wrote:
davew wrote:
TBH although Defenders are stolen in the UK, as a proportion of the number of them that are on the road it probably amounts to a very small risk.

Anyway, for anyone that wants to beta test an iPhone app to control one of these trackers, you can join the test team here...
http://tflig.ht/WW5HOC

Once you've registered your device I'll add it to the list of authorised devices and you'll be able to download the app on your phone.

After I've tarted the UI up a bit I'll submit it to the app store.


Sorry if I missed it, but for which tracker is this iPhone app? Seems very interesting to be able to control it with an app instead of composing text messages with commands etc.


It's for the type pictured at the top of this topic...



The app still uses text messages, it just creates and formats the text messages for you.

They come under various guises but are normally have model numbers TK102, TK103, TK104, TK105 or TK106.

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OK, thanks. I have an other brand tracker with different command codes, I assume the command codes are not programmable? Sad Cheers, Vincent
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They aren't at the moment but if you want to point me at a manual for the one you have or send me the codes I can always add a "device type" to the device definition that would allow you to choose the type of device so it can generate suitable commands. http://www.yorkshireoffroadclub.net/
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davew wrote:
They aren't at the moment but if you want to point me at a manual for the one you have or send me the codes I can always add a "device type" to the device definition that would allow you to choose the type of device so it can generate suitable commands.


Wow, that would be great! Here's a link to te manual: http://doc.diytrade.com/docdvr/1022758/12106463/1268449652.pdf Cheers, Vincent
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1975 Series III 88 V6, Light Green (sadly sold)
1996 Defender 110 CSW 300 Tdi, Epsom Green (sold)
2000 Freelander 1 TD4 3-drs, Silver (sold)
2006 Freelander 1 TD4 5-drs Facelift Automatic, Tonga Green (sold)

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Post #210846 12th Feb 2013 11:12pm
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Ok, my tracker arrived so will be playing with Dave's app soon.

I'm looking for the best deals on a SIM. GiffGaff do a unlimited, Text only, sim for £5/month. I use GiffGaff in my phone already, so know the coverage is good - they use O2 as the network.

Is a "text only" sim all I need for these trackers..?

Cheers

Simon
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Yes, unless you want to use the voice surveillance function - then when you call it, it acts like a normal mobile phone.

£5 a month sounds good. I'm paying 10 Euros for the same in Germany. Similarly, mine has unlimited SMS but also a phone-call function that is charged (still cheap though). The number of times I call in surveillance mode should be very small. Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing...
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I wondered about the voice monitoring, but I thought the places I'd hide the tracker in would preclude it picking up any voice sounds anyway.

Have you used voice monitoring in anger, or just tested it..?

Cheers

Simon
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ZeDefender



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I hid it in a colleague's office for a while, if that's what you mean. Felt rather naughty actually Whistle

*Edit* told him afterwards (damn my guilt complex) - luckily he's a friend too Laughing Tell someone you love them today because life is short.
But shout it at them in German because life is also terrifying and confusing...
Post #211241 14th Feb 2013 7:57pm
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Actually, just checked and the deal includes free GiffGaff to GiffGaff calls so I can also use the voice function from my phone to the tracker.

http://giffgaff.com/goodybags/5pound-unlimited-texts

Cheers

Simon
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