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POD 3 GPS Pet Tracker $189 Including Free Lifetime Subscription (Valued at $215) + Free Postage @ POD

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This is the latest 3G version, seen them in Petbarn for $255, their website is selling them for $189. Use a referral link to get another 10% off bring it down to $170.10, the best part of the deal is no annual subscription fee (normally $71.40 per year/ $215 lifetime), so it's a once off cost only. Note that this is not just a Bluetooth tracker (eg: Tile), but it actually can use 3G cellular network (using Voda/Optus).

Fully waterproof, the battery last 3-5 days depending if it is within your Wifi network, how often you track etc. It comes with 2 batteries so you can always swap them daily if needed. The app is pretty nicely designed. My dog goes everywhere with me so I bought it for peace of mind. Even though it's a "pet" tracker you can use it to track anything (car/boat/boyfriend/girlfriend)

Next year they will bring out more modules (Bigger batteries, USB dock for continuous power supply, flashlight etc). It's an Australian company and their (local) support is very good (tested them).

First post, hopefully it's something worth posting! Thanks!

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  • +2

    but it actually can use 3G cellular network (using Voda/Optus

    So about the same coverage as Bluetooth ;)

  • +7

    I was offered 15% off in checkout, the code that was used was ep1710 might be worth trying your luck.

    • Worked for me - today only though

      • +1

        @shapers

        Code still working now and it’s unlikely that their website is running on AEST time.

      • code still works now

        thanks again op

    • ends up to be $160, thanks

    • @robbo600

      Thanks mate. I wasn’t even looking for a dog gps but made an impulse buy because our dog is an escape artist when we leave her with family and I want a tool to help them find her (and for us to make sure they are not losing her).

      Little bit nervous about a business model that has “lifetime” free tracking.

    • Amazing, thanks for sharing.

  • Would Read reviews before buying this. No point having a tracker on your dog if it doesnt locate it when lost.
    Havent used the product myself but reviews arnt great.

    • +1

      Most of those reviews are for the older 2G version, mine has no trouble locating at all.

  • +1

    Thanks op was looking for a pet gps tracker!

    • +1

      It was your comment on that PetBarn deal that made me posted this :)

  • +1

    Came here for the comments was let down

    Good present for people with kids ? haha

  • -1

    Hi POD owners, does it have ACMA RCM (AU approval)?

    I suppose ACMA radiation requirement is safe for human but is it safe for pets? Pets are exposed to the same level of non-ionizing radiation (from mobile devices) as human, however their size is usually smaller than us, so their radiation exposure per weight will be higher than us. Does anyone study the radiation effect on pets?

  • How do the Podtracker people ship? Courier or Australia Post? Couldn’t see the answer yet on the website.

    • Mine was ship via AusPost

      • Thanks Sheppy, I assume the parcel is too big for the guy who delivers the letters by scooter? I’d be happy if it was big enough that the AP parcel guy is the one delivering.

  • T&Cs - https://www.podtrackers.com/terms/

    FREE LIFETIME SUBSCRIPTION – TERMS & CONDITIONS

    Pod Trackers is pleased to offer a free subscription offer (the “Offer”) under the following terms and conditions.

    1. A free subscription will be offered for the lifetime of a Pod 3 device which meets one or more of the following requirements:
      – a) A Pod 3 purchased during the promotional period from Nov 22 2017 to Dec 31 2017;
      – b) A pre-ordered Pod 3 device purchased from Feb 28 2017 to Dec 12 2017, and delivered after Dec 31 2017, or;
      – c) A Pod 2 warranty replacement order placed after Feb 28 2017 and delivered after Dec 31 2017.
    2. This Offer must be redeemed with a coupon code during the Pod 3 registration process. The coupon code will be provided by Pod Trackers via email.
    3. This Offer is non-transferrable between devices or users unless the device is replaced under warranty.
    4. This Offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer and cannot be exchanged for cash or product.
    5. This Offer is valued at approximately $215, based on a 2-year subscription paid monthly.
      6. This Offer will become invalid if the Pod device is not used for 60 days, at which time a paid subscription will be required to maintain the service or the subscription will be cancelled.
    6. These terms and conditions are subject to change from time to time and will be updated on this page.

    A Google Play store app review says the Lifetime = 4 years, however I can't see that in the T&Cs unless I am blind.

  • any idea how long the delivery will take?

    • I ordered 4 days ago, and got an email that they are shipping today.

      • Same here, I ordered last Sunday and I got the shipped email today. Pity that it will now be about 28/12 before it arrives.

        • My two will be delivered today, but I'm in NSW so same state as they are.

  • +2

    I bought this via Kickstarter a year ago :) I was then in the beta testing group.

    They have gone through a lot of iterations trying to get the firware / software working well. I think that it is now at a good place.
    The batteries have a tendency to break but would be replaced under warranty.

    There have been a few instances recently of the whole service going offline which causes panic for people trying to locate their pets. I cannot quote downtimes but it would me maybe a couple of hours, not days at a time. The good news is that the owner and main team are based in Sydney so they should be on it if their is an issue whilst you are awake :)

    It can take a while to get hold of the support team since they can be busy.

    I am still waiting for my modules :(

    Ensure that you download the latest firmware when prompted on the app and start it up in a large open space and leave it for 5-10 minutes to get a lock. Once it has done this then you should be good to go.

    I could be wrong but when you request a location it will search for Bluetooth (eg close to your phone), WiFi and GPS at the same time. However it ceases location searching after 2 minutes so may not return a GPS if this is the case.
    In these instances it is a good idea to turn on "adventure mode" which will turn on GPS and will only switch it off once you end the adventure mode. This should get you a GPS lock even if it takes a couple of minutes.

    Shout if you have any other questions :)

    ps: There is a POD users group on facebook who can help you with any questions at any point :) https://www.facebook.com/groups/125062708264822/

    • +1

      Thanks for your informative post and the offer of further assistance.

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