GPS vs. Wi-Fi Tracking: Which is Safer for Seniors?

When choosing a safety wearable, the tracking technology matters more than you think. Is it GPS? Is it Wi-Fi? The answer should be "both."

The Limitations of GPS

GPS is incredible outdoors but struggles to penetrate thick walls or basements. If your loved one falls in the bathroom, a GPS-only device might show them as being "at home" without pinpointing the room.

The Power of Wi-Fi Sniffing

Wi-Fi positioning uses local network signals to determine location indoors, often with room-level accuracy. It doesn't require logging into these networks; it simply "sees" them to triangulate position.

Why OmniBand Uses Both

OmniBand seamlessly switches between GPS satellites and Wi-Fi networks. Whether Mom is gardening in the backyard (GPS) or reading in the den (Wi-Fi), you get a precise location instantly. Don't settle for single-mode devices that leave blind spots.