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In 2019, a government contractor and technologist named Mike Yeagley began making the rounds in Washington, DC. He had a blunt warning for anyone in the country’s national security establishment who would listen: The US government had a Grindr problem.

A popular dating and hookup app, Grindr relied on the GPS capabilities of modern smartphones to connect potential partners in the same city, neighborhood, or even building. The app can show how far away a potential partner is in real time, down to the foot.

In its 10 years of operation, Grindr had amassed millions of users and become a central cog in gay culture around the globe.

But to Yeagley, Grindr was something else: one of the tens of thousands of carelessly designed mobile phone apps that leaked massive amounts of data into the opaque world of online advertisers. That data, Yeagley knew, was easily accessible by anyone with a little technical know-how. So Yeagley—a technology consultant then in his late forties who had worked in and around government projects nearly his entire career—made a PowerPoint presentation and went out to demonstrate precisely how that data was a serious national security risk.

As he would explain in a succession of bland government conference rooms, Yeagley was able to access the geolocation data on Grindr users through a hidden but ubiquitous entry point: the digital advertising exchanges that serve up the little digital banner ads along the top of Grindr and nearly every other ad-supported mobile app and website. This was possible because of the way online ad space is sold, through near-instantaneous auctions in a process called real-time bidding. Those auctions were rife with surveillance potential. You know that ad that seems to follow you around the internet? It’s tracking you in more ways than one. In some cases, it’s making your precise location available in near-real time to both advertisers and people like Mike Yeagley, who specialized in obtaining unique data sets for government agencies.

Working with Grindr data, Yeagley began drawing geofences—creating virtual boundaries in geographical data sets—around buildings belonging to government agencies that do national security work. That allowed Yeagley to see what phones were in certain buildings at certain times, and where they went afterwards. He was looking for phones belonging to Grindr users who spent their daytime hours at government office buildings. If the device spent most workdays at the Pentagon, the FBI headquarters, or the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency building at Fort Belvoir, for example, there was a good chance its owner worked for one of those agencies. Then he started looking at the movement of those phones through the Grindr data. When they weren’t at their offices, where did they go? A small number of them had lingered at highway rest stops in the DC area at the same time and in proximity to other Grindr users—sometimes during the workday and sometimes while in transit between government facilities. For other Grindr users, he could infer where they lived, see where they traveled, even guess at whom they were dating.

Intelligence agencies have a long and unfortunate history of trying to root out LGBTQ Americans from their workforce, but this wasn’t Yeagley’s intent. He didn’t want anyone to get in trouble. No disciplinary actions were taken against any employee of the federal government based on Yeagley’s presentation. His aim was to show that buried in the seemingly innocuous technical data that comes off every cell phone in the world is a rich story—one that people might prefer to keep quiet. Or at the very least, not broadcast to the whole world. And that each of these intelligence and national security agencies had employees who were recklessly, if obliviously, broadcasting intimate details of their lives to anyone who knew where to look.

As Yeagley showed, all that information was available for sale, for cheap. And it wasn’t just Grindr, but rather any app that had access to a user’s precise location—other dating apps, weather apps, games. Yeagley chose Grindr because it happened to generate a particularly rich set of data and its user base might be uniquely vulnerable. A Chinese company had obtained a majority stake in Grindr beginning in 2016—amping up fears among Yeagley and others in Washington that the data could be misused by a geopolitical foe. (Until 1995, gay men and women were banned from having security clearances owing in part to a belief among government counterintelligence agents that their identities might make them vulnerable to being leveraged by an adversary—a belief that persists today.)

But Yeagley’s point in these sessions wasn’t just to argue that advertising data presented a threat to the security of the United States and the privacy of its citizens. It was to demonstrate that these sources also presented an enormous opportunity in the right hands, used for the right purpose. When speaking to a bunch of intelligence agencies, there’s no way to get their attention quite like showing them a tool capable of revealing when their agents are visiting highway rest stops.

Mike Yeagley saw both the promise and the pitfalls of advertising data because he’d played a key role in bringing advertising data into government in the first place. His 2019 road show was an attempt to spread awareness across the diverse and often siloed workforces in US intelligence. But by then, a few select corners of the intel world were already very familiar with his work, and were actively making use of it.

Yeagley had spent years working as a technology “scout”—looking for capabilities or data sets that existed in the private sector and helping to bring them into government. He’d helped pioneer a technique that some of its practitioners would jokingly come to call “ADINT”—a play on the intelligence community’s jargon for different sources of intelligence, like the SIGINT (signals intelligence) that became synonymous with the rise of codebreaking and tapped phone lines in the 20th century, and the OSINT (open source intelligence) of the internet era, of which ADINT was a form. More often, though, ADINT was known in government circles as adtech data.

Adtech uses the basic lifeblood of digital commerce—the trail of data that comes off nearly all mobile phones—to deliver valuable intelligence information. Edward Snowden’s 2013 leaks showed that, for a time, spy agencies could get data from digital advertisers by tapping fiber-optic cables or internet choke points. But in the post-Snowden world, more and more traffic like that was being encrypted; no longer could the National Security Agency pull data from advertisers by eavesdropping. So it was a revelation—especially given the public outcry over Snowden’s leaks—that agencies could just buy some of the data they needed straight from commercial entities. One technology consultant who works on projects for the US government explained it this way to me: “The advertising technology ecosystem is the largest information-gathering enterprise ever conceived by man. And it wasn’t built by the government.”

Everyone who possesses an iPhone or Android phone has been given an “anonymized” advertising ID by Apple or Google. That number is used to track our real-world movement, our internet browsing behavior, the apps we put on our phone, and much more. Billions of dollars have been poured into this system by America’s largest corporations. Faced with a commercially available repository of data this rich and detailed, the world’s governments have increasingly opened up their wallets to buy up this information on everyone, rather than hacking it or getting it through secret court orders.

Here’s how it works. Imagine a woman named Marcela. She has a Google Pixel phone with the Weather Channel app installed. As she heads out the door to go on a jog, she sees overcast skies. So Marcela opens the app to check if the forecast calls for rain.

By clicking on the Weather Channel’s blue icon, Marcela triggers a frenzy of digital activity aimed at serving her a personalized ad. It begins with an entity called an advertising exchange, basically a massive marketplace where billions of mobile devices and computers notify a centralized server whenever they have an open ad space.

In less than the blink of an eye, the Weather Channel app shares a ream of data with this ad exchange, including the IP address of Marcela’s phone, the version of Android it's running, her carrier, plus an array of technical data about how the phone is configured, down to what resolution the screen resolution is set to. Most valuable of all, the app shares the precise GPS coordinates of Marcela’s phone and the pseudonymized advertising ID number that Google has assigned to her, called an AAID. (On Apple devices, it’s called an IDFA.)

To the layperson, an advertising ID is a string of gibberish, something like bdca712j-fb3c-33ad-2324-0794d394m912. To advertisers, it’s a gold mine. They know that bdca712j-fb3c-33ad-2324-0794d394m912 owns a Google Pixel device with the Nike Run Club app. They know that bdca712j-fb3c-33ad-2324-0794d394m912 often frequents Runnersworld.com. And they know that bdca712j-fb3c-33ad-2324-0794d394m912 has been lusting after a pair of new Vaporfly racing shoes. They know this because Nike, Runnersworld.com, and Google are all plugged into the same advertising ecosystem, all aimed at understanding what consumers are interested in.

Advertisers use that information as they shape and deploy their ads. Say both Nike and Brooks, another running shoe brand, are trying to reach female running aficionados in a certain income bracket or in certain zip codes. Based on the huge amounts of data they can pull from the ether, they might build an “audience”—essentially a huge list of ad IDs of customers known or suspected to be in the market for running shoes. Then in an instantaneous, automated, real-time auction, advertisers tell a digital ad exchange how much they’re willing to pay to reach those consumers every time they load an app or a web page.

There are some limits and safeguards on all this data. Technically, a user can reset their assigned advertising ID number (though few people do so—or even know they have one). And users do have some control over what they share, via their app settings. If consumers don’t allow the app they’re using to access GPS, the ad exchange can’t pull the phone’s GPS location, for example. (Or at least they aren’t supposed to. Not all apps follow the rules, and they are sometimes not properly vetted once they are in app stores.)

Moreover, ad exchange bidding platforms do minimal due diligence on the hundreds or even thousands of entities that have a presence on their servers. So even the losing bidders still have access to all the consumer data that came off the phone during the bid request. An entire business model has been built on this: siphoning data off the real-time bidding networks, packaging it up, and reselling it to help businesses understand consumer behavior.

Geolocation is the single most valuable piece of commercial data to come off those devices. Understanding the movement of phones is now a multibillion-dollar industry. It can be used to deliver targeted advertising based on location for, say, a restaurant chain that wants to deliver targeted ads to people nearby. It can be used to measure consumer behavior and the effectiveness of advertising. How many people saw an ad and later visited a store? And the analytics can be used for planning and investment decisions. Where is the best location to put a new store? Will there be enough foot traffic to sustain such a business? Is the number of people visiting a certain retailer going up or down this month, and what does that mean for the retailer’s stock price?

But this kind of data is good for something else. It has remarkable surveillance potential. Why? Because what we do in the world with our devices cannot truly be anonymized. The fact that advertisers know Marcela as bdca712j-fb3c-33ad-2324-0794d394m912 as they’re watching her move around the online and offline worlds offers her almost no privacy protection. Taken together, her habits and routines are unique to her. Our real-world movement is highly specific and personal to all of us. For many years, I lived in a small 13-unit walk-up in Washington, DC. I was the only person waking up every morning at that address and going to The Wall Street Journal’s offices. Even if I was just an anonymized number, my behavior was as unique as a fingerprint even in a sea of hundreds of millions of others. There was no way to anonymize my identity in a data set like geolocation. Where a phone spends most of its evenings is a good proxy for where its owner lives. Advertisers know this.

Governments know this too. And Yeagley was part of a team that would try to find out how they could exploit it.

In 2015, a company called PlaceIQ hired Yeagley. PlaceIQ was an early mover in the location data market. Back in the mid-2000s, its founder, Duncan McCall, had participated in an overland driving race from London to Gambia across the land-mine-strewn Western Sahara. He had eschewed the usual practice of hiring an expensive Bedouin guide to help ensure safe passage through the area. Instead, he found online a GPS route that someone else had posted from a few days earlier on a message board. McCall was able to download the route, load it into his own GPS device, and follow the same safe path. On that drive through the Western Sahara, McCall recalled dreaming up the idea for what would become PlaceIQ to capture all of the geospatial data that consumers were emitting and generate insights. At first the company used data from the photo-sharing website Flickr, but eventually PlaceIQ started tapping mobile ad exchanges. It would be the start of a new business model—one that would prove highly successful.

Yeagley was hired after PlaceIQ got an investment from the CIA’s venture capital arm, In-Q-Tel. Just as it had poured money into numerous social media monitoring services, geospatial data had also attracted In-Q-Tel’s interest. The CIA was interested in software that could analyze and understand the geographic movement of people and things. It wanted to be able to decipher when, say, two people were trying to conceal that they were traveling together. The CIA had planned to use the software with its own proprietary data, but government agencies of all kinds eventually became interested in the kind of raw data that commercial entities like PlaceIQ had—it was available through a straightforward commercial transaction and came with fewer restrictions on use inside government than secret intercepts.

While working there, Yeagley realized that the data itself might be valuable to the government, too. PlaceIQ was fine selling software to the government but was not prepared to sell its data to the feds. So Yeagley approached a different company called PlanetRisk—one of the hundreds and hundreds of tiny startups with ties to the US government dotted around office parks in Northern Virginia. In theory, a government defense contractor offered a more secure environment than a civilian company like PlaceIQ to do the kind of work he had in mind.

PlanetRisk straddled the corporate world and the government contracting space—building products that were aimed at helping customers understand the relative dangers of various spots around the world. For example, a company that wanted to establish a store or an office somewhere in the world might turn to PlanetRisk to analyze data on crime, civil unrest, and extreme weather as they vary geographically.

PlanetRisk hired Yeagley in 2016 as vice president of global defense—essentially a sales and business development job. The aim was for him to develop his adtech technology inside the contractor, which might try to sell it to various government agencies. Yeagley brought with him some government funding from his relationships around town in the defense and intelligence research communities.

PlanetRisk’s earliest sales demo was about Syria: quantifying the crush of refugees flowing out of Syria after years of civil war and the advancing ISIS forces. From a commercial data broker called UberMedia, PlanetRisk had obtained location data on Aleppo—the besieged Syrian city that had been at the center of some of the fiercest fighting between government forces and US-backed rebels. It was an experiment in understanding what was possible. Could you even obtain location information on mobile phones in Syria? Surely a war zone was no hot spot for mobile advertising.

But to the company’s surprise, the answer was yes. There were 168,786 mobile devices present in the city of Aleppo in UberMedia’s data set, which measured mobile phone movements during the month of December 2015. And from that data, they could see the movement of refugees around the world.

The discovery that there was extensive data in Syria was a watershed. No longer was advertising merely a way to sell products; it was a way to peer into the habits and routines of billions. “Mobile devices are the lifeline for everyone, even refugees,” Yeagley said.

PlanetRisk had sampled data from a range of location brokers—Cuebiq, X-Mode, SafeGraph, PlaceIQ, and Gravy Analytics—before settling on UberMedia. (The company has no relation to the rideshare app Uber.) UberMedia was started by the veteran advertising and technology executive Bill Gross, who had helped invent keyword-targeted ads—the kinds of ads that appear on Google when you search a specific term. UberMedia had started out as an advertising company that helped brands reach customers on Twitter. But over time, like many other companies in this space, UberMedia realized that it could do more than just target consumers with advertising. With access to several ad exchanges, it could save bid requests that contained geolocation information, and then it could sell that data. Now, this was technically against the rules of most ad exchanges, but there was little way to police the practice. At its peak, UberMedia was collecting about 200,000 bid requests per second on mobile devices around the world.

Just as UberMedia was operating in a bit of a gray zone, PlanetRisk had likewise not been entirely forthright with UberMedia. To get the Aleppo data, Yeagley told UberMedia that he needed the data as part of PlanetRisk’s work with a humanitarian organization—when in fact the client was a defense contractor doing research work funded by the Pentagon. (UberMedia’s CEO would later learn the truth about what Mike Yeagley wanted the data for. And others in the company had their own suspicions. “Humanitarian purposes” was a line met with a wink and nod around the company among employees who knew or suspected what was going on with Yeagley’s data contracts.) Either way, UberMedia wasn’t vetting its customers closely. It appeared to be more eager to make a sale than it was concerned about the privacy implications of selling the movement patterns of millions of people.

When it came time to produce a demo of PlanetRisk’s commercial phone-tracking product, Yeagley’s 10-year-old daughter helped him come up with a name. They called the program Locomotive—a portmanteau of location and motive. The total cost to build out a small demo was about $600,000, put up entirely by a couple of Pentagon research funding arms. As the PlanetRisk team put Locomotive through the paces and dug into the data, they found one interesting story after another.

In one instance they could see a device moving back and forth between Syria and the West—a potential concern given ISIS’s interest in recruiting Westerners, training them, and sending them back to carry out terrorist attacks. But as the PlanetRisk team took a closer look, the pattern of the device’s behavior indicated that it likely belonged to a humanitarian aid worker. They could track that person’s device to UN facilities and a refugee camp, unlikely locales for Islamic State fighters to hang out.

They realized they could track world leaders through Locomotive, too. After acquiring a data set on Russia, the team realized they could track phones in the Russian president Vladimir Putin’s entourage. The phones moved everywhere that Putin did. They concluded the devices in question did not actually belong to Putin himself; Russian state security and counterintelligence were better than that. Instead, they believed the devices belonged to the drivers, the security personnel, the political aides, and other support staff around the Russian president; those people’s phones were trackable in the advertising data. As a result, PlanetRisk knew where Putin was going and who was in his entourage.

There were other oddities. In one data set, they found one phone kept transiting between the United States and North Korea. The device would attend a Korean church in the United States on Sundays. Its owner appeared to work at a GE factory, a prominent American corporation with significant intellectual property and technology that a regime like Pyongyang would be interested in. Why was it traveling back and forth between the United States and North Korea, not exactly known as a tourist destination? PlanetRisk considered raising the issue with either the US intelligence agencies or the company but ultimately decided there wasn’t much they could do. And they didn’t necessarily want their phone-tracking tool to be widely known. They never got to the bottom of it.

Most alarmingly, PlanetRisk began seeing evidence of the US military’s own missions in the Locomotive data. Phones would appear at American military installations such as Fort Bragg in North Carolina and MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa, Florida—home of some of the most skilled US special operators with the Joint Special Operations Command and other US Special Operations Command units. They would then transit through third-party countries like Turkey and Canada before eventually arriving in northern Syria, where they were clustering at the abandoned Lafarge cement factory outside the town of Kobane.

It dawned on the PlanetRisk team that these were US special operators converging at an unannounced military facility. Months later, their suspicions would be publicly confirmed; eventually the US government would acknowledge the facility was a forward operating base for personnel deployed in the anti-ISIS campaign.

Even worse, through Locomotive, they were getting data in pretty close to real time. UberMedia’s data was usually updated every 24 hours or so. But sometimes, they saw movement that had occurred as recently as 15 or 30 minutes earlier. Here were some of the best-trained special operations units in the world, operating at an unannounced base. Yet their precise, shifting coordinates were showing up in UberMedia’s advertising data. While Locomotive was a closely held project meant for government use, UberMedia’s data was available for purchase by anyone who could come up with a plausible excuse. It wouldn’t be difficult for the Chinese or Russian government to get this kind of data by setting up a shell company with a cover story, just as Mike Yeagley had done.

Initially, PlanetRisk was sampling data country by country, but it didn’t take long for the team to wonder what it would cost to buy the entire world. The sales rep at UberMedia provided the answer: For a few hundred thousand dollars a month, the company would provide a global feed of every phone on earth that the company could collect on. The economics were impressive. For the military and intelligence community, a few hundred thousand a month was essentially a rounding error—in 2020, the intelligence budget was $62.7 billion. Here was a powerful intelligence tool for peanuts.

Locomotive, the first version of which was coded in 2016, blew away Pentagon brass. One government official demanded midway through the demo that the rest of it be conducted inside a SCIF, a secure government facility where classified information could be discussed. The official didn’t understand how or what PlanetRisk was doing but assumed it must be a secret. A PlanetRisk employee at the briefing was mystified. “We were like, well, this is just stuff we’ve seen commercially,” they recall. “We just licensed the data.” After all, how could marketing data be classified?

Government officials were so enthralled by the capability that PlanetRisk was asked to keep Locomotive quiet. It wouldn’t be classified, but the company would be asked to tightly control word of the capability to give the military time to take advantage of public ignorance of this kind of data and turn it into an operational surveillance program.

And the same executive remembered leaving another meeting with a different government official. They were on the elevator together when one official asked, could you figure out who is cheating on their spouse?

Yeah, I guess you could, the PlanetRisk executive answered.

But Mike Yeagley wouldn’t last at PlanetRisk.

As the company looked to turn Locomotive from a demo into a live product, Yeagley started to believe that his employer was taking the wrong approach. It was looking to build a data visualization platform for the government. Yet again, Yeagley thought it would be better to provide the raw data to the government and let them visualize it in any way they choose. Rather than make money off of the number of users inside government that buy a software license, Mike Yeagley wanted to just sell the government the data for a flat fee.

So Yeagley and PlanetRisk parted ways. He took his business relationship with UberMedia with him. PlanetRisk moved on to other lines of work and was eventually sold off in pieces to other defense contractors. Yeagley would land at a company called Aelius Exploitation Technologies, where he would go about trying to turn Locomotive into an actual government program for the Joint Special Operations Command—the terrorist-hunting elite special operations force that killed Osama bin Laden and Ayman Al Zarqawi and spent the past few years dismantling ISIS.

Locomotive was renamed VISR, which stood for Virtual Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance. It would be used as part of an interagency program and would be shared widely inside the US intelligence community as a tool to generate leads.

By the time Yeagley went out to warn various security agencies about Grindr in 2019, VISR had been used domestically, too—at least for a short period of time when the FBI wanted to test its usefulness in domestic criminal cases. (In 2018, the FBI backed out of the program.) The Defense Intelligence Agency, another agency that had access to the VISR data, has also acknowledged that it used the tool on five separate occasions to look inside the United States as part of intelligence-related investigations.

But VISR, by now, is only one product among others that sell adtech data to intelligence agencies. The Department of Homeland Security has been a particularly enthusiastic adopter of this kind of data. Three of its components—US Customs and Border Protection, US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the US Secret Service —have bought more than 200 licenses from commercial ad tech vendors since 2019. They would use this data for finding border tunnels, tracking down unauthorized immigrants, and trying to solve domestic crimes. In 2023, a government inspector general chastised DHS over the use of adtech, saying that the department did not have adequate privacy safeguards in place and recommending that the data stop being used until policies were drawn. The DHS told the inspector general that they would continue to use the data. Adtech “is an important mission contributor to the ICE investigative process as, in combination with other information and investigative methods, it can fill knowledge gaps and produce investigative leads that might otherwise remain hidden,” the agency wrote in response.

Other governments’ intelligence agencies have access to this data as well. Several Israeli companies—Insanet, Patternz, and Rayzone—have built similar tools to VISR and sell it to national security and public safety entities around the world, according to reports. Rayzone has even developed the capability to deliver malware through targeted ads, according to Haaretz.

Which is to say, none of this is an abstract concern—even if you’re just a private citizen. I’m here to tell you if you’ve ever been on a dating app that wanted your location or if you ever granted a weather app permission to know where you are 24/7, there is a good chance a detailed log of your precise movement patterns has been vacuumed up and saved in some data bank somewhere that tens of thousands of total strangers have access to. That includes intelligence agencies. It includes foreign governments. It includes private investigators. It even includes nosy journalists. (In 2021, a small conservative Catholic blog named The Pillar reported that Jeffrey Burrill, the secretary general of the US Conference of Catholic Bishops, was a regular user of Grindr. The publication reported that Burrill “visited gay bars and private residences while using a location-based hookup app” and described its source as “commercially available records of app signal data obtained by The Pillar.”)

If you cheated on your spouse in the past few years and you were careless about your location data settings, there is a good chance there is evidence of that in data that is available for purchase. If you checked yourself into an inpatient drug rehab, that data is probably sitting in a data bank somewhere. If you told your boss you took a sick day and interviewed at a rival company, that could be in there. If you threw a brick through a storefront window during the George Floyd protests, well, your cell phone might link you to that bit of vandalism. And if you once had a few pints before causing a car crash and drove off without calling the police, data telling that story likely still exists somewhere.

We all have a vague sense that our cell phone carriers have this data about us. But law enforcement generally needs to go get a court order to get that. And it takes evidence of a crime to get such an order. This is a different kind of privacy nightmare.

I once met a disgruntled former employee of a company that competed against UberMedia and PlaceIQ. He had absconded with several gigabytes of data from his former company. It was only a small sampling of data, but it represented the comprehensive movements of tens of thousands of people for a few weeks. Lots of those people could be traced back to a residential address with a great deal of confidence. He offered me the data so I could see how invasive and powerful it was.

What can I do with this—hypothetically? I asked. In theory, could you help me draw geofences around mental hospitals? Abortion clinics? Could you look at phones that checked into a motel midday and stayed for less than two hours?

Easily, he answered.

I never went down that road.

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Can You Really Track Phone Using IMEI Online Free? Find Out Here

In today’s fast-paced digital world, losing your smartphone can be a nightmare. Whether misplaced or stolen, your phone contains sensitive information, contacts, and memories. One common question people ask is: Can you really track phone using imei online free? This blog dives deep into this query, exploring how the IMEI tracker works and whether it's a viable solution to recover your lost or stolen device.

What Is an IMEI?

IMEI is the acronym for International Mobile Equipment Identity. It defines a 15-digit symbol unique to every mobile device. Think of it as your phone's own fingerprint. It can be found by dialing *#06# on your device or from the device settings or its packaging. It is a key number to track and block a stolen smartphone.

How Does IMEI Tracking Work?

Whenever a phone connects to the network, it also broadcasts its IMEI number together with other identifiers. In the presence of this data, telecom operators can:

Block the stolen phone from being operational on any network

Help law enforcement agencies find the phone using triangulation and GPS technology. 

Hence comes the need for an IMEI tracker. The likes of TrackIMEI.net provide tools that claim to assist users in tracking IMEI numbers and locating their lost devices.

Is It Possible to Track Phone Using IMEI Online Free?

Yes and no. While there are legitimate services that could potentially track your device by IMEI, the crucial caveats are as follow:

✅ The Good Sides

There are Free Services: Some sites, such as TrackIMEI.net, allow entering your IMEI number and receiving some form of tracking help.

Mobile Network Providers Assist: Sometimes, if inquired by police, the operators will also immediately blacklist this phone and assist with its tracking.

Involvement of Law Enforcement: Often then not, law enforcement agencies get involved with telecommunication companies to recover the stolen device by IMEI. 

❌ The Limits

Not an Average User's Access: Unlike GPS tracking apps, IMEI tracking is not something you might do on your own in real time in the absence of official support.

Scams and Fake Trackers: Most websites claiming to do a free tracking by IMEI might be scams. Stay only on trusted sites like TrackIMEI.net. 

Needs Network Connection: The phone has to be switched on and connected to a mobile network to allow tracking through IMEI.

Steps to Track IMEI Number Safely

If you intend to commit yourself to tracking an IMEI number, the best step to follow:

Report to Authorities: File a First Information Report in the police station with your IMEI number. This is useful for legal tracking.

Contact Your Service Provider: Have the device blocked and possibly tracked.

Use a Trusted Website: Submit your IMEI to a trusted website such as TrackIMEI.net to start tracking.

Enable Additional Tracking Tools: Use GPS-enabled applications such as Find My iPhone (iOS) or Find My Device (Android) for recovery.

Final Thoughts

Now can you really track phone using IMEI online free? Well, partially. Complete tracking demands the cooperation of service providers and law enforcement agencies, and that said, websites like TrackIMEI.net can really kick start the process. Thus, stay away from dubious websites that might snatch your data and keep to the legit ones instead for safety and effectiveness.

Losing a phone is distressing, but with knowledge of how to track IMEI number and the appropriate IMEI tracking tools, there's a fighting chance that your device might be recovered. Be alert, act fast, and use the tech to save your precious digital universe.

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Blablacar Clone App

In today’s era of smart mobility and sustainable travel, ride-sharing platforms are rapidly gaining popularity. A Blablacar Clone App is a ready-to-launch, feature-packed carpooling solution that replicates the core functionalities of the globally recognized BlaBlaCar platform. It connects drivers with empty car seats to passengers traveling in the same direction, making long-distance travel more affordable, social, and eco-friendly.

This white-label solution is perfect for entrepreneurs, transport startups, universities, and even corporate mobility planners who want to build a robust and user-friendly carpooling ecosystem. With pre-built modules and fully customizable features, the Blablacar Clone App drastically reduces development time and cost.

Key Features

User Registration & Profile Verification Riders and drivers can quickly sign up using email, phone, or social logins. Identity verification and profile ratings ensure safety and transparency for all users.

Ride Listing & Search Drivers can post ride offers by selecting departure and arrival locations, time, available seats, and fare. Passengers can search for rides using filters like date, route, price, or user ratings.

Smart Booking System Riders can book one or more seats instantly or send requests. Drivers get notified and can accept or decline the booking, maintaining full control.

Live GPS Tracking Both drivers and riders can track ride progress in real-time, enhancing safety and coordination.

Secure Payment Integration Multiple payment gateways support credit/debit cards, wallets, and UPI options. The platform can also include a split fare system and driver payouts.

In-App Chat & Notifications Built-in messaging allows seamless communication between drivers and passengers. Push notifications keep users updated about ride status, cancellations, or delays.

Ratings & Reviews After each trip, both parties can rate each other. This feedback system builds credibility and helps future users make informed choices.

Multi-City & Multi-Currency Support Ideal for regional, national, or international use, the app supports multiple currencies, languages, and city-based operations.

Admin Dashboard A powerful backend system helps the admin monitor rides, user activity, commissions, disputes, analytics, and revenue—all from a single panel.

Why Choose a Blablacar Clone App?

Launching a ride-sharing platform from scratch can be time-consuming and costly. A Blablacar Clone App accelerates your go-to-market process with proven features and a successful business model. It also promotes eco-conscious travel by reducing the number of cars on the road, lowering fuel consumption and CO₂ emissions.

This model is highly scalable—suitable for intercity carpooling, daily office commutes, campus ride-shares, or even women-only ride options. Whether you aim to run it locally or scale globally, the app infrastructure is flexible enough to grow with your business.

Conclusion

A Blablacar Clone App is more than just a tech solution—it’s an opportunity to lead the mobility revolution in your region. With powerful features, seamless user experience, and full customization capabilities, it empowers startups and enterprises to tap into the growing demand for cost-effective and sustainable travel.

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Track Any Cell Phone with SpyMobi's Cell Phone Number Tracker

In today’s digital age, keeping track of your loved ones or ensuring the safety of your personal assets is more important than ever. That’s where SpyMobi comes in—with a powerful and reliable cell phone number tracker that gives you peace of mind in just a few clicks.

SpyMobi's cell phone number tracker allows you to track the real-time location of any mobile number with advanced GPS technology. Whether you're a concerned parent wanting to monitor your child’s whereabouts or a business owner looking to track employee movement for security or productivity purposes, our tool is the perfect solution. It’s discreet, easy to use, and incredibly accurate.

With SpyMobi, there’s no complicated setup or tech expertise required. Just enter the mobile number, and our system does the rest—locating the device and showing its current location on an interactive map. Our platform supports a wide range of devices and networks, ensuring seamless tracking anytime, anywhere.

Privacy and security are at the core of what we do. SpyMobi’s system is designed to keep your data secure and confidential, making it a trusted choice for individuals and organizations alike.

Why choose SpyMobi? Because we combine technology, reliability, and user-friendliness into one efficient tracking tool. Whether it's for safety, security, or simply staying informed, our cell phone number tracker delivers results you can count on.

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The Ultimate Interview Preparation Guide: What to Bring to a Job Interview

Interviews can feel intimidating, but the right preparation turns anxiety into confidence. You've refined your responses, studied the company thoroughly, and perhaps even practiced in front of a mirror. But now you're wondering, what should I actually bring to the interview?

This interview preparation guide will walk you through a comprehensive checklist to ensure you show up calm, confident, and ready to impress.

The Ultimate Checklist: What to Bring to a Job Interview

Before the big day, double-check these essentials to avoid last-minute panic. These tips for your job interview preparation will guide you through a complete interview-day packing list.

Printed Copies of Your Resume

Although your interviewer may already have your resume, bringing 2–3 extra printed copies shows you're prepared and detail-oriented.Keep them in a folder or document holder to avoid creases.

Pro Tip: Save a digital version on your phone or cloud storage in case someone asks you to resend it last minute.

Academic and Professional Certificates

If you've mentioned certifications whether it’s a Google Analytics course, a PMP credential, or an MBA bring physical copies. Even if they're not requested, it's better to be over prepared than under.

Your Professional Portfolio

Applying for a role in design, architecture, content writing, photography, or UX? A printed and digital portfolio is a must. Ensure it's customized for the specific role you're pursuing and emphasizes your most impressive accomplishments.

Supporting Documents

Bring printouts of:

Experience letters

Cover letter

Recommendation letters

Any job-specific credentials

Bonus Tip: Check with HR beforehand if any additional documents are required.

Reference List

Prepare a short document listing:

Full names

Job titles

Company names

Contact information

A short note on how you know each reference

This is often requested post-interview having it ready makes a stellar impression.

Directions and Contact Details

Don’t rely solely on your phone’s GPS. Jot down the company address and a contact number in case you lose connectivity. Also, plan your route ahead of time, factoring in possible traffic or public transport delays.

If you're using a taxi or bus service, leave early and bring some emergency cash.

Valid ID Card

Most offices require visitors to check in at security. Bring a government issued ID your national ID card, voter card, or driver’s license should work just fine.

Questions for the Interviewer

Have 3 to 5 thoughtful questions ready to ask at the end. This shows genuine interest and helps you evaluate if the company is the right fit for you.

Examples:

What does a regular day in this job look like?

How does the team measure success?

What are the company’s growth plans in the next year?

Water Bottle and Light Snack

Interviews can take longer than expected, especially if there are multiple rounds. Stay hydrated and keep a small water bottle and light snack (like a granola bar) in your bag to keep your energy up.

Confidence and a Positive Mindset

You’ve already made it to the interview stage that’s a win in itself! Bring your self-belief, smile, and readiness to learn. Confidence makes a strong impression before you even speak.

Interview Prep Tips Tailored

Navigating interviews comes with its own unique nuances. Here's how to tailor your interview preparation guide to local contexts:

Power Outages? Go Digital

Due to frequent power cuts, carry both hard and soft copies of your documents. Store backups on Google Drive or Dropbox, accessible from any device.

Dress Codes Vary

In Lagos, a tech startup may expect smart-casual, while a bank in Abuja may demand full formal wear. When unsure, it's better to go with a formal approach as it's safer and more professional.

Be Traffic-Smart

Cities like Lagos or Port Harcourt are notorious for traffic jams. Leave home at least 45 minutes earlier than you think you need to. Use apps like Google Maps or Gokada to check the traffic situation beforehand.

Local Language Advantage

Some companies value basic proficiency in local languages such as Yoruba, Igbo, or Hausa, particularly for client-facing positions. If applicable, mention this skill.

Research the Company’s Presence

Look into the company’s local offices, their involvement in CSR projects, or their client base. This demonstrates genuine interest and allows you to ask more relevant questions.

Quick Bonus Tips for Interview Success

Make a strong first impression with these final prep ideas:

Grooming matters: Tidy hair, clean shoes, and fresh breath.

Body language: Sit tall, smile, and keep eye contact.

Mock interviews: Practice with a friend or record yourself to get comfortable with your answers.

Essential stationery: Always carry a pen and a small notepad.

Conclusion: Your Interview Day Game Plan

Interviews are about more than answering questions—they’re about showing up prepared, organized, and confident. With this interview preparation guide, you’ve now got a practical and complete checklist that goes beyond the basics.

Whether you're applying or elsewhere, bringing the right documents makes all the difference.

Want to take your preparation a step further? Discover how AI tools like ChatGPT can help you craft better answers, brainstorm questions, and role-play tough scenarios. Check out our blog: How To Use ChatGPT For Interview Preparation.Best of luck—you've got this!

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Essential Features and Tech Stack to Build a Food Delivery App Like Swiggy

The food delivery industry has seen rapid growth in recent years, with platforms like Swiggy dominating the market. If you're planning to build a food delivery app like Swiggy, it's important to focus on the features and tech stack that will ensure your app meets user expectations and delivers a seamless experience. 

In this article, we’ll explore the features of the Swiggy app, the essential food delivery app features, and the tech stack required for successful food delivery app development.

User Panel Features: A Seamless Ordering Experience

The user interface (UI) is a critical component of any food delivery app like Swiggy. To create a positive experience, your app must include the following key features:

Account Creation and Profile Management

Allow users to create accounts via email, phone numbers, or social media accounts. Profile management should include personal details, delivery address, and payment preferences for easy checkout.

Search and Browse Restaurants

Users should be able to search for restaurants by cuisine, ratings, price range, or location. Filters and sorting options are essential to enhance user experience.

Real-Time Order Tracking

Real-time tracking of food delivery is one of the most requested features for the Swiggy app. Users should be able to track their orders from the restaurant to their doorstep with live updates.

Multiple Payment Methods

To offer convenience, your app should support multiple payment options like debit/credit cards, digital wallets, and cash on delivery.

Reviews and Ratings

Allow users to leave feedback on restaurants and delivery services. This enhances transparency and helps others make informed choices.

Restaurant Panel Features: Manage Orders and Menus

The restaurant panel is essential for business owners to manage orders, menus, and payments. It should include:

Menu Management

Restaurant owners should be able to easily add, remove, or update their menus with descriptions, prices, and images.

Order Management

A dedicated section for managing incoming orders, including notifications for new orders, order status updates, and details for delivery staff.

Delivery Management

Allow restaurants to manage the assigned delivery staff, delivery times, and special instructions from users.

Delivery Panel Features: Efficient Deliveries

For food delivery app features to be fully functional, your delivery partners need a user-friendly interface. Here are the must-have features:

GPS Integration for Route Optimization

Integrate GPS for delivery partners to find the most efficient route to deliver food, helping them save time and ensure timely deliveries.

Order Notifications

Notify delivery partners when new orders are assigned to them, along with customer details and restaurant locations.

Order History and Payment Tracking

Track completed deliveries and payment details to ensure proper compensation for delivery partners.

Admin Panel Features: Managing the Entire Platform

The admin panel is where you can manage everything from users to restaurants and deliveries. Key features include:

User Management

Admins should be able to manage user accounts, view user activity, and handle issues like order disputes or feedback.

Restaurant and Delivery Partner Management

Admins can oversee restaurants and delivery partners, ensuring they follow app guidelines and maintain a high standard of service.

Analytics and Reporting

Track key metrics such as order volume, revenue, customer behavior, and delivery times to improve operations and marketing strategies.

Tech Stack for Food Delivery App Development

To build a food delivery app like Swiggy, choosing the right technology stack is crucial for scalability, performance, and security. Here's the recommended tech stack for your app:

Frontend Development

React Native / Flutter: For cross-platform app development that runs smoothly on both Android and iOS.

Swift/Kotlin: For native iOS and Android development.

Backend Development

Node.js / Django / Ruby on Rails: These frameworks offer excellent scalability and speed, crucial for handling the high load that food delivery apps experience.

Python/Java: For efficient back-end logic and performance.

Database Management

MySQL/PostgreSQL: Relational databases to store user, restaurant, and order details securely.

MongoDB: A NoSQL database is suitable for flexible and scalable storage.

Cloud Storage and Hosting

Amazon Web Services (AWS) / Google Cloud: For cloud hosting and ensuring your app can handle traffic spikes during peak hours.

Payment Gateway Integration

Razorpay/Stripe/PayPal: For secure payment processing, enabling users to pay via multiple methods seamlessly.

Real-Time Features

Firebase: To handle real-time tracking, push notifications, and updates efficiently.

Analytics Tools

Google Analytics/Mixpanel: For monitoring user activity, app performance, and conversion rates.

Conclusion

Building a food delivery app like Swiggy requires a perfect blend of features and a robust tech stack. By focusing on food delivery app features like real-time order tracking, multiple payment methods, and intuitive user interfaces, you can offer a seamless experience to customers. Moreover, incorporating a scalable backend and integrating the right tools for restaurant and delivery management will ensure smooth operations.

When developing a food delivery app, always prioritize security, performance, and user experience. Whether you're adding features to the Swiggy app or designing a unique solution, these essentials will set your platform up for success.

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Top Tips for Hassle-Free Taxi Rides in Udaipur

Udaipur, often referred to as the "City of Lakes," is a stunning destination offering picturesque landscapes, historic architecture, and a rich cultural heritage. To explore this enchanting city seamlessly, opting for a reliable taxi service is essential. Here are some expert tips to ensure hassle-free taxi rides in Udaipur.

1. Plan and Book in Advance

Advance planning and booking can save you time and help you avoid last-minute hiccups. Udaipur sees a high influx of tourists throughout the year, which can sometimes make finding a taxi at short notice challenging.

Research available cab services in Udaipur online or via apps.

Confirm your booking a day before your travel to ensure a smooth experience.

Share your itinerary with the cab provider to get the best route suggestions and avoid unnecessary detours.

2. Opt for Reputable Taxi Services

Choosing a reliable taxi service ensures your safety and enhances your travel experience. A trustworthy provider will offer well-maintained vehicles, professional drivers, and transparent pricing.

Look for companies with good reviews and ratings, such as those offering the best taxi service in Udaipur.

Ensure the taxi service is licensed and adheres to safety regulations.

Ask about additional services like local guides or multi-language support if needed.

3. Discuss Pricing and Payment Options

Being upfront about pricing is essential to avoid misunderstandings later. Always clarify the fare structure and payment options before starting your ride.

Confirm if the fare is fixed or meter-based.

Ask about any additional charges, such as night-time fees or tolls.

Carry both cash and digital payment options for convenience.

4. Choose the Right Type of Cab

Different trips require different types of vehicles. Whether you're traveling solo, as a couple, or with family, picking the right vehicle can enhance comfort and save costs.

For solo travelers or couples, a sedan or compact car is ideal.

Families or groups may benefit from booking an SUV or van.

Ensure the cab is clean, air-conditioned, and spacious enough for your needs.

5. Verify Driver Details and Identity

Safety should always be a priority. Verifying the driver's credentials before the ride starts can add an extra layer of security to your journey.

Check the driver's license and ID card.

Confirm that the driver’s photo matches the one provided during the booking.

Note the cab’s registration number in case of emergencies.

6. Leverage Technology for Better Rides

Many taxi services in Udaipur are now tech-enabled, making it easier to book, track, and manage your rides. Utilize these tools to make your journey smoother.

Use GPS navigation to monitor your route.

Save emergency contact numbers in your phone.

Provide real-time updates of your location to a friend or family member for added security.

7. Communicate Clearly with Your Driver

A seamless taxi experience often hinges on clear communication with the driver. Providing precise instructions helps avoid confusion.

Share the exact pick-up and drop-off points.

Be upfront about any stops or detours you need to make.

If you're unfamiliar with the local language, use a translation app for better communication.

8. Familiarize Yourself with Local Etiquette

Udaipur has a warm and welcoming culture, and respecting local etiquette during your taxi rides can enrich your travel experience.

Greet the driver politely at the start of your journey.

Avoid eating or drinking in the cab unless necessary.

Be courteous if the driver shares local stories or tips.

9. Travel Light and Stay Organized

Managing your luggage efficiently can make getting in and out of taxis easier, especially if you’re visiting multiple locations in a day.

Pack only what you need for the day to avoid overcrowding the cab.

Secure small items like phones, wallets, and keys to prevent misplacing them during the ride.

Inform the driver beforehand if you have bulky luggage to ensure the cab can accommodate it.

10. Choose the Best Taxi Service for Day Tours

For a city as rich in history and beauty as Udaipur, day tours are a popular way to explore. Picking the right service for such trips is vital.

Opt for companies specializing in sightseeing packages or offering knowledgeable drivers.

Providers like JCR Cabs Car Rentals are known for their dependable taxi services in Udaipur tailored to local tours.

Ask if they offer fixed-hour packages to cover multiple destinations at a reasonable cost.

Conclusion: Make Every Ride Memorable with JCR Cabs

Whether you’re visiting Udaipur for the first time or returning to relish its beauty again, following these tips will ensure your taxi rides are smooth, safe, and enjoyable. To enhance your experience, rely on JCR Cabs Car Rentals, a trusted name for dependable and efficient taxi services. With their well-maintained fleet, skilled drivers, and exceptional customer service, you’re guaranteed a hassle-free journey through the captivating streets of Udaipur.

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Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality Market Expected to Expand at 42.2% CAGR During 2017-2025 | Future Market Insights

Among the leading companies in the worldwide augmented reality and virtual reality market are Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd., Apple Inc., Microsoft Corporation, and Google Inc. These businesses are making significant investments in the creation of new virtual reality and augmented reality products, which is driving up demand from a variety of markets, including gaming and healthcare.

Some of these businesses are also providing the necessary infrastructure and financial support to a number of start-ups in order to promote this technology among end consumers. Consequently, during the course of the specified forecast period, the worldwide augmented reality and virtual reality market is anticipated to undergo a significant growth due to the increasing expenditures made by tech businesses.

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The global market for augmented reality and virtual reality stood at an overall valuation of US$5 bn in the year 2016. This valuation is expected to grow and touch a figure worth US$120 bn over the course of the given forecast period of 2017 to 2025. With respect to the market value, the global augmented reality and virtual reality market is projected to showcase a staggering CAGR of 42.2% over the same period of forecast. The global market for augmented reality and virtual reality is estimated to offer an incremental growth opportunity of about US$115 bn during the mentioned forecast period. Among the numerous device segments, the contribution in terms of revenue from the segment of head mounted display is projected to grow at the highest CAGR of 44% during the aforementioned forecast period. Presently, North America accounts for a comparatively higher share in terms of revenue of the global market for augmented reality and virtual reality. However, the Middle East and Africa market for AR and VR is projected to showcase the highest CAGR of 55% among all other key geographical regions over the course of the given forecast period. With respect to revenue, the North America market for augmented reality and virtual reality is expected to remain as the most lucrative regional market during the mentioned forecast period of 2017 to 2025.

Entry of Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality in Gaming Sector to Drive Growth of Market

Uptake of high tech and cutting edge technology in the gaming sector has been on the rise in a considerable manner over the last few years. This growth is also down to the factors such as growing young population, growing spending power of customers on entertainment, increasing penetration of smartphones, and enhanced connectivity of high speed data networks in the emerging economies. Games based on augmented reality such as Ingress and Pokemon Go have experienced huge popularity among the end users as these games present a standout gaming experience, thus leading to a more user engagement. Thus, an increasing demand for AR and VR technology in the gaming sector is expected to significantly drive the overall growth of the global market.

Technologically Advanced Smartphones to Offer Solid Growth Platform for Market Development

In addition to this, smartphones not only are the medium for gaming, they also create several opportunities for these augmented reality technologies. It is very hard to create graphical overlays that is able to interact with the real world in an accurately crafted dimensions with the help of computer vision. However, smartphones win over this technological hurdle as these phones are integrate with components such as MEMS sensors, dual cameras, GPS, and accelerometer. All such elements make them very suitable for the use of augmented reality platforms. This factor is also expected to drive the overall growth of the global augmented reality and virtual reality market.

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Exploring the Best Cab Services in Trivandrum

Trivandrum, or Thiruvananthapuram, is Kerala’s bustling capital city with its rich cultural heritage, beautiful beaches, and booming tech hubs. Whether you’re a tourist or a resident, getting around the city can be a breeze with reliable cab services. In this blog, we’ll dive into the best options for cab service Trivandrum, their features, and tips for choosing the right service for your needs.

1. Types of Cab Services in Trivandrum

There are several types of cab services available in Trivandrum, suited to different travel needs and budgets:

Local Taxi Companies: Numerous local cab companies offer affordable rides for in-city travel and nearby destinations.

App-based Cabs (e.g., Uber, Ola): Convenient options for quick booking and cashless payments.

Airport Transfers: Dedicated airport transfer services with options for early booking and reliable pickups.

Outstation Cabs: For trips outside the city, including popular destinations like Kovalam, Varkala, or even farther, outstation cabs are ideal.

Self-Drive Rentals: Some companies offer self-drive rental cars, giving you the flexibility to explore Trivandrum and beyond at your own pace.

2. Key Features to Look for in a Cab Service

To ensure a comfortable and safe journey, consider these factors when choosing a cab service:

Punctuality: Timely pickups and drop-offs are essential, especially for business travelers and those catching flights.

Transparent Pricing: A cab service with clear, transparent pricing helps avoid unexpected charges and makes budget planning easier.

Safety: Services that prioritize safety with verified drivers, GPS tracking, and good customer support are ideal.

Comfort and Cleanliness: Clean, well-maintained vehicles ensure a comfortable ride, especially for longer trips.

Customer Support: A responsive customer support team is crucial in case of any issues or changes in plans.

3. Top Cab Services in Trivandrum

A. Uber and Ola These app-based services are highly popular, especially for short city rides and airport transfers. They offer features like fare estimates, driver details, real-time tracking, and the option for various car types based on your group size and preference.

B. Southgate Travels Known for its extensive fleet, Southgate Travels offers a variety of transportation options, including airport transfers, delegate services, and wedding car rentals. With well-trained drivers and excellent customer service, it’s a reliable choice for both locals and tourists.

C. Savaari This cab service is ideal for outstation and local sightseeing, with packages covering top tourist spots. They offer an option for intercity and hourly rentals, making them a good fit for extended city tours or trips around Trivandrum.

D. Local Taxi Operators Many local operators provide excellent services within the city at competitive rates. They may not always have app-based booking options but can be very reliable, especially for personalized service.

E. Zoomcar and Revv (Self-Drive) If you prefer the flexibility of driving yourself, Zoomcar and Revv provide self-drive options with a range of cars. This is a great choice if you plan to explore nearby areas at your own pace.

4. How to Book a Cab in Trivandrum

Booking a cab in Trivandrum is quite simple. Here are a few ways to secure your ride:

Using Mobile Apps: For Ola and Uber, simply download their apps, enter your destination, and choose the car type.

Website Bookings: Many services like Savaari have websites where you can book cabs in advance.

Phone Bookings: Local operators and companies like Southgate Travels often have phone booking services. It’s a good idea to save their contact numbers for quick access.

Through Travel Agents: Travel agents in Trivandrum can book cabs on your behalf, especially helpful for intercity and outstation travel.

5. Tips for a Smooth Cab Experience

Plan in Advance: Book early for outstation trips, especially during holiday seasons or weekends.

Communicate Clearly: When booking over the phone, make sure to clarify your pickup location, time, and any special requests.

Use GPS Tracking: For added safety, track your ride and share your location with a friend or family member.

Check Reviews: Reading reviews online can help you choose a reputable service and avoid potential issues.

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re commuting daily or exploring the scenic beauty around Trivandrum, choosing the right cab service makes all the difference. From app-based options to premium services for special events, Trivandrum offers a variety of cab services that cater to diverse needs and preferences. Safe travels!

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Revolutionizing Ortho Bones Rehab: Essential Care Strategies for the Elderly in Chennai

Advancements in Orthopedic Medicine:

Orthopedic conditions affecting bones and joints can significantly impact an individual’s mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. However, the field of orthopedic medicine has made remarkable progress in recent years. Let’s explore some key innovations:

Joint Replacement Surgeries:

Joint replacements have emerged as highly effective interventions for severe joint damage or degenerative conditions. These surgeries involve replacing a damaged joint with an artificial joint prosthesis (usually made of metal, ceramic, or high-grade plastic). Advancements in implant materials and surgical techniques have improved the longevity and functionality of joint replacements. Patients can regain mobility and find relief from pain.

Minimally Invasive Procedures:

Imagine surgery as a delicate dance. Minimally invasive procedures waltz in gracefully — they minimize tissue trauma, reduce postoperative pain, and speed up recovery. How do they do it?

Smaller Incisions: These procedures use tiny incisions.

Specialized Instruments: Surgeons wield precision tools.

Advanced Imaging: High-tech visuals guide their steps.

Arthroscopy, for instance, lets surgeons diagnose and treat joint conditions through small incisions. Benefits include shorter hospital stays and less scarring.

Robotic-Assisted Surgeries:

Picture a surgical ballet with robots as partners. Robotic-assisted surgeries enhance precision, accuracy, and control during complex operations. These mechanical maestros work alongside human surgeons, ensuring optimal outcomes. It’s like having a GPS for bones!

Regenerative Therapies:

Regeneration — the magic of healing from within. Orthopedic regenerative therapies harness the body’s natural abilities:

Stem Cells: These versatile cells can transform into bone, cartilage, or muscle. Injected strategically, they aid tissue repair.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): Think of it as a nutrient-rich smoothie for your joints. PRP contains growth factors that promote healing.

Growth Factors: They’re like cheerleaders, rallying cells to rebuild damaged tissues.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation Strategies:

Rehabilitation is the encore after surgery. It’s where healing becomes a symphony:

Physical Therapy: Therapists guide patients through exercises, stretches, and strength-building routines. It’s like tuning an instrument.

Occupational Therapy: This dance focuses on daily activities — like buttoning a shirt or lifting a cup. Occupational therapists help seniors regain independence.

Nutrition: Bones crave nutrients. Calcium, vitamin D, and protein are their favorite tunes. Let’s serve them a balanced meal!

Emotional Support: Healing isn’t just physical; it’s emotional too. A positive outlook and encouragement matter.

Orthomed Multispeciality Hospital’s Role:

Orthomed, nestled in Chennai, is a beacon of expertise. Dr. A. Subair Khan, the wizard behind it, wields scalpels like wands. His arthroscopy surgeries and sports medicine expertise transform lives.

Their personalized care plans? Like tailored suits for your skeleton — crafted with precision and compassion.

Remember, aging isn’t about wrinkles; it’s about dancing through life. If you’re curious, consider reaching out to Orthomed directly. Their doctors? They’re like storytellers, weaving magic through medicine. And always remember: age is just a number; joy has no finish line!

If you’re in Chennai and need orthopedic expertise, Orthomed Hospital is a name to remember.

Address: New №85, Royapettah High Road, Royapettah, Chennai — 600014, Tamil Nadu, India

Phone Number: +91 44 4222 9222

Website: You can explore more about Orthomed Hospital on their website: Orthomed Hospital

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Revolutionizing Ortho Bones Rehab: Essential Care Strategies for the Elderly in Chennai

Advancements in Orthopedic Medicine:

Orthopedic conditions affecting bones and joints can significantly impact an individual’s mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. However, the field of orthopedic medicine has made remarkable progress in recent years. Let’s explore some key innovations:

Joint Replacement Surgeries:

Joint replacements have emerged as highly effective interventions for severe joint damage or degenerative conditions. These surgeries involve replacing a damaged joint with an artificial joint prosthesis (usually made of metal, ceramic, or high-grade plastic). Advancements in implant materials and surgical techniques have improved the longevity and functionality of joint replacements. Patients can regain mobility and find relief from pain.

Minimally Invasive Procedures:

Imagine surgery as a delicate dance. Minimally invasive procedures waltz in gracefully — they minimize tissue trauma, reduce postoperative pain, and speed up recovery. How do they do it?

Smaller Incisions: These procedures use tiny incisions.

Specialized Instruments: Surgeons wield precision tools.

Advanced Imaging: High-tech visuals guide their steps.

Arthroscopy, for instance, lets surgeons diagnose and treat joint conditions through small incisions. Benefits include shorter hospital stays and less scarring.

Robotic-Assisted Surgeries:

Picture a surgical ballet with robots as partners. Robotic-assisted surgeries enhance precision, accuracy, and control during complex operations. These mechanical maestros work alongside human surgeons, ensuring optimal outcomes. It’s like having a GPS for bones!

Regenerative Therapies:

Regeneration — the magic of healing from within. Orthopedic regenerative therapies harness the body’s natural abilities:

Stem Cells: These versatile cells can transform into bone, cartilage, or muscle. Injected strategically, they aid tissue repair.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP): Think of it as a nutrient-rich smoothie for your joints. PRP contains growth factors that promote healing.

Growth Factors: They’re like cheerleaders, rallying cells to rebuild damaged tissues.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation Strategies:

Rehabilitation is the encore after surgery. It’s where healing becomes a symphony:

Physical Therapy: Therapists guide patients through exercises, stretches, and strength-building routines. It’s like tuning an instrument.

Occupational Therapy: This dance focuses on daily activities — like buttoning a shirt or lifting a cup. Occupational therapists help seniors regain independence.

Nutrition: Bones crave nutrients. Calcium, vitamin D, and protein are their favorite tunes. Let’s serve them a balanced meal!

Emotional Support: Healing isn’t just physical; it’s emotional too. A positive outlook and encouragement matter.

Orthomed Multispeciality Hospital’s Role:

Orthomed, nestled in Chennai, is a beacon of expertise. Dr. A. Subair Khan, the wizard behind it, wields scalpels like wands. His arthroscopy surgeries and sports medicine expertise transform lives.

Their personalized care plans? Like tailored suits for your skeleton — crafted with precision and compassion.

Remember, aging isn’t about wrinkles; it’s about dancing through life. If you’re curious, consider reaching out to Orthomed directly. Their doctors? They’re like storytellers, weaving magic through medicine. And always remember: age is just a number; joy has no finish line!

If you’re in Chennai and need orthopedic expertise, Orthomed Hospital is a name to remember.

Address: New №85, Royapettah High Road, Royapettah, Chennai — 600014, Tamil Nadu, India

Phone Number: +91 44 4222 9222

Website: You can explore more about Orthomed Hospital on their website: Orthomed Hospital

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Track Any Number with GPS Precision: Discover SpyMobi’s Mobile Number Tracker

In today’s digitally connected world, knowing the real-time location of a mobile number can offer both peace of mind and security. Whether you're trying to locate a loved one, ensure employee accountability, or recover a lost device, SpyMobi’s GPS Mobile Number Tracker is your trusted solution.

SpyMobi uses cutting-edge GPS technology combined with advanced tracking algorithms to provide accurate, real-time location data linked to any mobile number. Unlike outdated tracking methods, SpyMobi delivers precise location results with minimal delay and can work seamlessly across Android and iOS devices.

Parents can benefit from SpyMobi by keeping tabs on their children’s whereabouts during school hours or late-night outings. Employers can use the tool to monitor company-issued devices and ensure field agents or drivers stay on course. Even individuals in personal relationships can use SpyMobi for mutual trust-building or emergency location sharing.

What sets SpyMobi apart from others is its user-friendly interface, powerful backend, and strict privacy compliance. The platform is designed for both tech-savvy users and beginners, ensuring everyone can track with ease. With 24/7 support and regular updates, SpyMobi maintains the highest standard in mobile tracking technology.

Getting started is simple. Just register on the SpyMobi website, enter the mobile number you wish to track, and let our system do the rest. Within seconds, you’ll receive accurate GPS-based location results.

Whether you're a concerned parent, a vigilant employer, or someone looking for peace of mind, SpyMobi’s GPS Mobile Number Tracker delivers unmatched reliability and performance. Try it today and experience the power of real-time tracking in your hands.

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Mobile Application Trends The Future Of Development

After some time, mobile applications expanded to numerous platforms, diverse businesses, and classifications. Quick change and progression in innovation, bring about the change of improvement approach, which made development organizations alter in like manner.

The benefits and incomes from the IT industry are now moving high and in the next couple of months or so it will increment incredibly. In this manner, the obligation is presently on developers keeping in mind the end goal to make applications which can unleash the power of brilliant gadget sensors to safely trade individual data over Wi-Fi systems.

UX has been an essential part of apps since the start. With the headway of innovation and the new devices accessible in studios, UX will be taken to a higher score this year. Designers and developers spend their evenings thinking about how to create an engaging and creative user experience. New avenues will be made for the current year with never observed UX works on coming to standard.

The expansive number of online payment modes has made security a critical pattern in the portable application world. Propelled encryption, SSL, and HTTPS guarantee that internet business stays reliable and safe. The improvement group is expecting an expansion in support ventures including capacity security, protection authorization, secure logging, and data privacy. Identity and information theft pose a clear risk, and the finest company for developing mobile applications makes no compromises to ensure the safety and protection of system connections and information storage. The new trend for the future is instant applications spearheaded and advanced by Google Android cell phones. All you need is a cell phone and a rapid web association the pursuit and play the application without installation.

The design and functionality of these chic moment applications ensure a wonderful experience for the users.

Business apps known as enterprise applications assist the association in handling concerns relating to large businesses. Basic examples of these applications include automated billing systems, email marketing systems, instalment preparation, content management systems, ERP, HR management systems, informing and collaborative effort systems, and others.  Portable app advancement organizations nowadays are step by step proceeding onward to cloud computing.

This is the most current trend in large-scale app development, when the project shifts either a portion or its entire basis to a type of web-based registering (cloud), where services are directly delivered to PCs and devices are directly delivered online.

The traditional style of content informing is being replaced by the development patterns of mobile messaging applications.  Simple-to-utilize informing applications like Snapchat, WhatsApp, Hike, etc. does offer free informing, as well as permit voice calling, video calling and record sharing choices. In any case, according to the latest tech trends, it’s being seen that talk bots will be the new type of informing applications. Given that every single cell phone today has easy access to and uses of GPS, location-based services will start to advance more as application programmers increasingly incorporate machine learning and AI into the apps they create.

Clients will receive continuing information or plans in your area as a result. Area-specific payment portals, retail deals, navigation, tourism, and many other areas are some of the primary domains where location-based services can be implemented and effectively used.

Conclusion: The future of mobile apps appears bright and promising, with all kinds of intriguing possibilities. The development of contemporary mobile apps will have excellent quality for both niche and general markets. In the difficult world of mobile application development, exciting opportunities await everyone, whether you're an entrepreneur, quality investigator, developer, or creative application designer.

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How Do You Update Garmin GPS with Garmin Support?

GPS navigation systems were designed so that no matter where you are in the world you are able to go from A to B without getting lost. It does not rely on any cell network and only operates from satellite signals making it possible to use even if there is no mobile phone signal. Most people use GPS system to navigate their way in towns and cities especially if a person is a tourist and all that is required is that the map for that particular country and city is downloaded onto the GPS.

How Does A Garmin GPS System Work?

Garmin GPS navigation systems also have the capability to warn a driver of any traffic incidents which allows the driver to find an alternate route if need be.

Features:-

GPS systems come with different capabilities and range from very basic models to models with lots of features but this also increases the price considerably.

·         Due to the huge price differences from the basic models to ones with lots of features, it is advisable to take some time to do research on your specific requirements to get the best value for money

·         The maps are very expensive to buy and it is important to know what the GPS models offer regarding the maps.

·         If you are a person that does a lot of town driving and require full attention on the road make sure that the voice instructions are clear and accurate

·         Check what other features that the GPS offers such as blue tooth or traffic jam warnings

·         How easy it is to enter the route options that you require and if the GPS has the capability to direct you away from routes such as toll roads or slow routes.

Garmin GPS (Global Positioning System) receivers use signals from GPS satellites which orbit around the Earth. Time orbital period of those satellites is 12 hrs. Which means they circle around the Earth two times in each day and transmit back the signals. Our GARMIN SUPPORT PHONE NUMBER +1-888-585-0369. In 2008 there are total 24 GPS satellites that were in Earth’s orbit.

These orbits are organized in such a way that there are minimum 4 satellites visible to the GPS receivers at a time. Garmin GPS receivers receive the satellite signals and use them to plot the location of the user through Surveying.

Source: - Garmin Map/GPS Update

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Making it Work

I keep hearing that there is a lack of workers for jobs that are available and that seniors are coming back to work either out of boredom or they flat out need the money. This may or may not be a good idea. (For the record this is the 5th time I am writing about jobs. I started with Take This Job and Shove it in Nov 2018, then Jobs in December 2020, After The Gold Rush September 2020 and 9-5 August 2021) The previous ones dealt with everything from jobs I would never do to the mundane life of working. This time it is different.

I want to talk specifically about the dangers of seniors going back to work and the jobs you should never give them. Recent events have shown that a man can go to work (actually start working) at the age of 73. I am talking about Prince....oops King Charles. Things should work out as he has had a 55 year internship/apprenticeship to learn the job. Watching him on TV the last few days have shown that his main duties seem to be walking and talking. I can do that and even at the same time. I am younger than him as well, but reality says no one wants to see or handle money with my picture on it. Oh well.

There are a number of other jobs that should never be given to a senior. I should put this blog on my LinkedIn account to assist would be recruiters on who to avoid.

Uber drivers. If they have lived in the same city their entire life they know the best routes to travel. At least those that avoid highways. You can't tell them what to do and no way they will use GPS for directions.

Food critic. Since they have supper before 4:00pm there would never be a review on fine restaurants as they do not open until at least 4. You would get a lot of articles regarding how long the lineups were at the buffet and which foods gave them the least gas.

Grocery cashier. (If we will still have this job available) First obstacle would be learning that new fangled register. Then there would be long line ups because they would have to talk to every customer about the old days. "I remember when this was 50 cents. You must be crazy to pay these prices." Not good for business

Any job where they would get a gun. Think about it. Arming grumpy people is a recipe for disaster. It would thin out the herd a bit though. Given their eyesight might not always hit the correct targets.

Politics. Who would be foolish enough to put 70-90 year old people in positions of power? There would be mass chaos. Any country would be crazy to even consider this.

Mattress testing. They would never leave work and demand you set up a TV and fridge nearby.

Lingerie models. Well there's...and of course...but don't forget...I am so sorry I put this one in your head. Go to the next one quickly.

Tech support. Do I really need to explain? If you want to remove any doubt go to any senior's facility and you will see their VCR (that's right VCR. That is the technology age they have not mastered yet) flashing 12:00. Phones and laptops? Forget it.

I am not trying to prevent seniors from working. I am one. I just believe it is prudent to stay in their lane.

THOUGHT OF THE WEEK: There is very little difference in the behavior of a 3 year old and a 93 year old. One does have potential though.