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Never get lost again, as this startup can give you 5G tracking even without GPS - right down to the centimeter


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  • 5G connectivity signals can function as precise positioning sensors
  • Location control may shift from devices back to carriers
  • The company reports sub-10 cm accuracy without new hardware

California start-up ZaiNar claims it can deliver highly accurate location data using existing 5G networks without relying on GPS satellites.

The company says its system works entirely from the network side, extracting detailed position information from the same signals devices already send to stay connected.

It says ZaiNar 5G Positioning does not require new chips, firmware updates, or cooperation from handset manufacturers.

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