LOK8U NUM8-PINK Child Locator GPS Watch Review

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(More customer reviews)I experienced every single problem that others on this review board experienced, plus I am getting double charged the monthly fee because of the initial set up problems with the web site and registering 2 watches instead of just one. To summarize:
1. One of my watches did not start up at all (it just defaulted to 11pm and could not receive any directions).
2. I could not get the time correct on either watch once they both did get the signal (the software update fixed the non-functioning watch).
3. My cell phone triangulation put my kids in Mississippi (we live in Chicago). The software update fixed this problem.
4. Could never get a GPS signal, so accuracy was only 1000 meters-1400 meters. Had to "train" the watches by leaving them outside on 2 min live track. Took several days, so be patient.
5. Shipped without wall chargers (so I have to use my computer to charge them).
6. Could not get second watch registered and then got double charged on it once I finally did (for consecutive months).
I have called customer service at least 8 times, talked to 4 different people (some helpful, some not), and slowly each problem is being addressed. I basically have to start over each time I call, but I am down to just problems 5 and 6 now. In the end it is (probably) worth the hassle for the peace of mind on field trips, play dates, etc. The watches are very large (my 3 year old will only wear it for about an hour), so I just put them in my kids' coat pockets for now. I looked at several locator devices before going with this one, and I think this is the best protection without spending loads of money on the device and monthly fees. Since the technology is so cutting edge, I am willing to cut them some slack and recommend the product, but I hope they learn from their mistakes. I am prety sure a majority of the operational problems are related to the difference in size between the UK and the US, but it seems like they are getting a handle on them.


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nu·m8 (pronounced new-mate) is the world's first and smallest GPS locator device specifically designed with children in mind. nu·m8is a watch that conceals GSM and GPS modules that enable you to locate your child, whenever you feel you need to know, via the internet or through your mobile phone (SMS/Text).



What's in the Box nu·m8 GPS Watch (Pink), Desktop Charger, Instruction Guide

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LOK8U NUM8-BLUE Child Locator GPS Watch Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this the first day it was available on Amazon. At first I was bummed that it didn't seem to lock onto a signal. I sent it back.
Then a little while later I was told there was a firmware update that fixed the initial issues. If you get your unit and you see horizontal black and white stripes (like a prison uniform) across the screen, don't fret: That's the watch updating before your eyes.
Apparently, this recent update fixes an issue with the watch locking onto a usable cell phone (GSM) signal and making proper use of it. Once it gets a good signal, it's able to partially locate the phone within a certain radius based on cell phone tower locations. That's good enough for a general knowledge of where you kid is.
But I was surprised to discover I was able to get an actual GPS signal from inside a car and in my home. There are limitations, of course. It located the watch in my 12th floor highrise office via cell phone signal (approximated) but not an actual GPS fix.
Also keep in mind that this isn't a James Bond movie watch. You will NOT get a blinking red dot on your computer screen moving across a map with every step your kid makes. The NUM8 is a "pinging" kind of locating device. It will report it's location if you ask it, whether by web portal or SMS (your cell phone), or if the strap is removed or ventures into/out of a defined geo fence.
There is a "live track" feature that sends data continuously say, if the strap becomes detached. Of course, this consumes battery power.
Once you understand the limitations of the technology, it's really quite a wonder. The smallest, kid friendly GPS/GSM device I know of. It really DOES look like a chunky, kids watch in the blue or pink.
However, my son is 4 years old and on the small side. He's only about 35 lbs and 3 feet tall, so the watch looks enormous on his teeny tiny wrists. It fits with the strap at the smallest setting. For this reason, it's impractical for him to wear it until he's a little older.
That said, I highly recommend this item if you're looking for a a tracking device for your child or special needs person.

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nu·m8 (pronounced new-mate) is the world's first and smallest GPS locator device specifically designed with children in mind. nu·m8is a watch that conceals GSM and GPS modules that enable you to locate your child, whenever you feel you need to know, via the internet or through your mobile phone (SMS/Text).



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LOK8U NUM8-BLACK Child Locator GPS Watch Review

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First the website is not Apple OS X friendly.
I ignored all the internet feedback about the product to my irritation. It arrived with lousy documentation, missing parts, and activation experience that represents the worst in customer service. The website has multiple points of failure, and no where is there a place to tell you why it isn't working, or what setting will fix it.

I registered on the website but just after entering all the information the site hung up with pop up that said that it was completing the registration please wait. Well the computer waited the whole night to not avail. I logged off and then I couldn't log in into the website because the log in would kick me out. I called 22 later and spoke with a customer service who said I need to wait the full twenty four hours until the email arrives. I called back after the 24 hours but now customer service just says call back during business hours. Its 3:00 pm, what is the new definition of business hours? No one is available on Saturdays for product support.
Sixty hours after registering the product still no account activation email.After being told to wait for the email for more than three days, I finally log in from a windows xp computer and things went smoother. I was told to re-register, when I went to to do so it told me the device was already registered. So I logged in again, suddenly I found that despite no email the service was running.
Initially the device was only able give me position within a radius of 1500 meters or an area of 2.72919533 square miles to search. Then I moved the watch to a open parking lot updated the location and waited. In about five minutes, the map updated with a position within three feet of where the watch was located.
I will edit my review after a week of use by my son.


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nu·m8 (pronounced new-mate) is the world's first and smallest GPS locator device specifically designed with children in mind. nu·m8is a watch that conceals GSM and GPS modules that enable you to locate your child, whenever you feel you need to know, via the internet or through your mobile phone (SMS/Text).



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