One of the pieces of functionality commonly discussed when distinguishing HTML5 from previous versions of HTML is the standardization of geolocation via the Geolocation API. Although some browsers ...

Google has hopped on the WiFi positioning bandwagon by adding support for an undisclosed database of WiFi network locations to its Gears Geolocation API. Google said on its Code Blog that the service ...

If you want to give visitors to your website or app a personalized experience and also boost your bottom line, it pays to use a fast and versatile geolocation application programming interface (API) ...

Only request location information when necessary Only use the location information for the tasks it was requested for Dispose of location information once the task is complete, unless granted ...

The rapid evolution of geolocation technology is reshaping the mobile app landscape. It enables developers to create more interactive, responsive, personalized user experiences. Whether real-time ...

Sites can pinpoint your location (if you give permission) by implementing the Geolocation API, a standard adopted by the World Wide Web Consortium that’s available on recent versions of platforms ...

Facebook wants to know "What's on your mind?" Twitter asks "What's happening?" But that's getting old already. The burning question for the next wave of social networking is "Where are you?"--and ...