+zcubed Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 I went to Microsoft's web site this morning and on the front page was this article. Towards the bottom Geocaching is mentioned. Quote Link to comment
+Always & Forever 5 Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 It references this as a "truly geeky activity"?!?!?!?! Ummmm, ok, I'll buy that! Quote Link to comment
+Team Tigger International Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 "To geocache using your Pocket PC, you'll need some extra software. You'll be better off using a GPS receiver that fits into your CF or SDIO card slots or an integrated device. You don't want to juggle more than one device while hiking through the woods. " We all know that our PDAs are perfectly waterproof and impact resistant, so of course we routinely wander around with them in our hands while caching. Wulf Quote Link to comment
+Team Tigger International Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 "There are also nasty types that steal caches, ruining the fun. When this happens, it's called 'being muggled.' Non-geocachers are 'muggles,' coincidentally the name of non-wizards in the Harry Potter book series. " I though 'being muggled' was getting caught by non-cachers? Wulf Quote Link to comment
+L337 H4X0Rz Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 Geocachers don't bury their caches—they're always above ground to keep the environment safe. They got it right! Quote Link to comment
+Team Perks Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 It references this as a "truly geeky activity"?!?!?!?! And who would know that better than Microsoft? Quote Link to comment
+tabulator32 Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 ...ammo cans filled with white elephant gifts...horrible gifts you receivde you can use for trade... Articles like this may explain some of the swag! Oh, well. I don't cache to trade. I guess I shouldn't worry about it. Quote Link to comment
+Docapi Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 (edited) Geocachers don't bury their caches—they're always above ground to keep the environment safe. At least they got that part right for a change. I have seen caches that got stolen by muggles referred to as being muggled. If I remember right, that is how the term was first used, later on being caught by non-cachers was also referred to as being muggled. The article was about specifically using pocket PC's as GPS'es, not GPS in general, so in the context of the article they were accurate by saying you could use an integrated device. Edit: I type too slow! Edited June 23, 2005 by Docapi Quote Link to comment
+fly46 Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 One person hides a small cache (pronounced cash) of goodies or white elephants (otherwise known as awful gifts someone gave you). How many cachers initially start out their caches full of "white elephants"? Then they post the coordinates, called waypoints, on the Internet. Geocachers don't bury their caches—they're always above ground to keep the environment safe. At least they got this one right! Most articles don't. You'll use the traditional GPS mapping software to find the general location I kinda wish they hadn't said this, too... I think a lot of new people won't join because they'll think you need an expensive GPSr when the most basic will do.. In all, at least it was a good article. Quote Link to comment
magellan315 Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 I liked the opening two paragraphs about treasure hunting when you were a kid and that Geocaching is a good example of how technology does not isolate people. Quote Link to comment
+StarBrand Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 Not bad got most of it right. I don't know about that "White Elephant" comment....I certainly leave better stuff but maybe there is a ring of truth there.....or not. Quote Link to comment
+Greymane Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 "To geocache using your Pocket PC, you'll need some extra software. You'll be better off using a GPS receiver that fits into your CF or SDIO card slots or an integrated device. You don't want to juggle more than one device while hiking through the woods. " We all know that our PDAs are perfectly waterproof and impact resistant, so of course we routinely wander around with them in our hands while caching. Wulf I would guess that you don't read the forums much, but I know better. I use Dell Axims for caching (and many other things). I use either a CF GPSr or Bluetooth. I put them in an Aquapac (which allows me to use the screen through the bag). I use them sailing (if you don't get wet sailing, you ain't really sailing), hiking, and hunting. I have yet to have one get wet, dirty, dinged or otherwise damaged. (Knock on wood!) I have an Otterbox, too. It is sort of like a mini-safe for a PDA, but I hardly use it because it is overkill. A little common sense goes a long way with Pocket PCs or any other electronic device. Even my kids use my PPCs quite a bit. They are still alive and well (and so are the PPCs!). Quote Link to comment
+Yamahammer Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 Great article. Great company has it on their website. Not bad. Not bad at all. Now if they or someone, would come up with a GPS'r and PDA combo, one unit. THAT, that would be a GC geeks Christmas list come true!!! ... well, maybe not all GC Geeks but I would like to see it! Quote Link to comment
+sbell111 Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 ... Now if they or someone, would come up with a GPS'r and PDA combo, one unit. ... Didn't our friends at Garmin already do that? If only it was a palm instead of a ppc. Quote Link to comment
+Yamahammer Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 sbell, I bow in thy presence! Since I'm new to this thing, I guess I should've done my research before inserting my foot into my mouth! ... $749.00??? I'll wait till they hit eBay! Thanks for setting me straight! Quote Link to comment
+sbell111 Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 (edited) I'm in luck. They also make a palm pda/GPSr and I save $200 over the ppc one. Edited June 23, 2005 by sbell111 Quote Link to comment
+Docapi Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 (edited) Ebay listings right now: Ique M5 3200- BIN Buy it now for $355. Includes auto mount, 12v charger and Cityselect software. 3600 Edited June 23, 2005 by Docapi Quote Link to comment
+Greymane Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 Along with the Garmin iQue, the Navman PiN and the Mitac Mio are almost identical. All have integrated GPSrs. Quote Link to comment
Jeremy Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 Didn't our friends at Garmin already do that? If only it was a palm instead of a ppc. They started with a Palm version. Quote Link to comment
Jeremy Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 (edited) Along with the Garmin iQue, the Navman PiN and the Mitac Mio are almost identical. All have integrated GPSrs. We have the iQue, iQue M5, and Mitac Mio at the office. They are very different devices. Our favorite one is the Mitac Mio (though the mapping sucks. Get a Garmin for good turn by turn directions). The Navman PiN has a different antenna so I doubt it is the rebranded Mio, though there are a few rebranded Mios out there. Unfortunately none of these come in barebones versions. I suspect they would be much cheaper if you didn't get the map licenses. (we also have various bluetooth gps receivers in the office. They all vary in features. I actually like these since they have their own power and can be ported around in a backpack). Edited June 23, 2005 by Jeremy Quote Link to comment
+halffast Posted June 25, 2005 Share Posted June 25, 2005 I like reading good stories on geo-caching.I must print it out so when my local paper interveiws me on geo-caching i will have it to give them.I will add a few things and take a few things away.(geeky) Quote Link to comment
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