Geode – the Firefox add-on that knows where you are
October 11th, 2008 No comments
Mozilla’s virtual lab has unveiled an experimental browser add-on capable of identifying where you are. Give or take 20 meters.
Known as Geode, this Firefox 3 add-on leverages the new W3C Geolocation spec, a way for websites to request your physical location – and for you to oblige. If you feel like it. Read more…
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