Maybe there should be more electronic devices, especially mobile phones, that incorporate APRS technology. This would reduce our dependence on the internet for communication.
The PicoAPRS V4, developed by DB1NTO, is priced at approximately $320 to $375 depending on the retailer, can reach distances of 10 to 30 kilometers under optimal conditions due to its 1-watt transmission power and efficient antenna setup, and operates independently of the internet by utilizing APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) technology to send and receive data packets containing GPS coordinates, status messages, and other telemetry via VHF radio frequencies, which are then received by other APRS-enabled devices or IGate stations that can further relay the information to broader networks if available