Engineering:Snooper (Global Positioning System)
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Snooper is a UK brand of Aftermarket Automotive Electronic products. Namely GPS navigation systems, Dash Cams, speed camera locators & Radar detector systems for cars, HGV vehicles, Motorhomes and caravans. Snooper is owned by In Phase International Ltd. Based in Nottingham United Kingdom.
History
Established in 1979, Snooper pioneered the development of speed camera detector systems. Snooper has developed a number of sub brands, dedicated to specific markets within GPS Satellite Navigation. In July 2007, Snooper launched its market leading brand Truckmate, providing Professional Satellite Navigation for Trucks and Commercial Vehicles.
In 2009 Snooper UK is the first sat nav manufacturer to use live feedback from the drivers [1] to detect speed cameras, users can update each other when they spot a mobile trap.[2]
Key milestones
- 2002 - Launch GPS/Radar/Laser Detector @ NEC Motorshow
- 2002 - Move to New building in Runcorn
- 2005 - Launch first Navigation Product 'Indago'
- 2006 - "Snooper Indago" company's portable sat nav system Car Accessory of the Year in Auto Express magazine
- 2007 - Which? Magazine sat nav review 2007 Snooper Syrius scored 90% and was rated 'Excellent' [3]
- 2007 - Launch 'Truckmate' Brand of HGV Navigation Products
- 2009 - Launch 'Ventura' Brand of Motorhome/Caravan Navigation Products
- 2019 - Celebrate 40 years as a UK Brand
- 2020 - Launch all new Bridge-Saver Low bridge alert system
- 2020 - In Phase International Purchase Snooper Brands (including Truckmate, Ventura, Tyre Pilot & Bus & Coach)
Bridge-Saver Low Bridge Alert System
Key Product Markets
- Aftermarket Sunroofs
- Car Alarms (MicroScan)
- In-vehicle multi-media (MVS & Microvision)
- Radar Detectors
- Automotive & Personal Tracking devices
- Golf GPS & Laser products
- Vehicle Navigation
- 12v TVs
- 12v-24v Cool boxes & fridges
- Electric Bikes (e-Bike)
- Portable Power Banks & Solar Panels
- Vehicle Jump Packs
- Reversing Camera solutions
Products
| Name | Release date | GPS speed camera locator | Radar/Laser detector | Speed Limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snooper S1 | 1999 | no | yes | no |
| Snooper SD815iS | 1999 | no | yes | no |
| Snooper Evolution - Speed Camera Detector System | 2004 | no | yes | no |
| Snooper S5-R - Radar Detector | 2001 | no | yes | no |
| Snooper SD715iS | 1999 | no | yes | no |
| Snooper Lynx | 2009 | Yes | No | No |
| Snooper S2 | 2005 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snooper Sapphire | 2005 | Yes | No | No |
| Snooper S3 Neo | 2003 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snooper S4 Neo | 2003 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snooper S6-R Neo | 2002 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snooper 3Zero | 2009 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snooper 4Zero | 2014 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snooper 4Zero Elite | 2016 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snooper 4Zero Elite BT | 2018 | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snooper MySpeed Aura | 2008 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Snooper My Speed XL | 2016 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Snooper My Speed Plus | 2017 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Snooper Tigre | 2009 | No | Yes | No |
| Snooper My Speed DVR | 2017 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Snooper Pantera | 2009 | Yes | No | No |
| Name | Release date | Vehicle | Screen Size | Speed Limits/Cameras | Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snooper Indago | 2005 | Car | 3.5" | Yes | |
| Snooper Syrius | 2006 | Car | 4.3" | Yes | |
| Snooper Strabo | 2007 | Car | 3.5" | Yes | |
| Snooper S280 | 2007 | Car | 2.8" | Yes | |
| Snooper Syrius Plus (S600) | 2007 | Car/HGV | 4.3" | Yes | Bluetooth |
| Snooper Syrius Proline (S2000) | 2007 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 4.3" | Yes | Bluetooth/TMC |
| S7000 | 2008 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 7" | Yes | Built-in TV |
| S6000 | 2009 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 7" | Yes | Bluetooth/TMC |
| S5000 | 2008 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 5" | Yes | Bluetooth/TMC |
| S5100 | 2019 | HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 5" | Yes | TMC |
| S2500 | 2011 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 4.3" | Yes | TMC |
| S2700 | 2012 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 4.3" | Yes | TMC |
| S900 | 2009 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 4.3" | Yes | TMC |
| SC5700 DVR | 2014 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 5" | Yes | Built-in Dash Cam/ Bluetooth/TMC |
| SC5800 DVR | 2016 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 5" | Yes | Built-in Dash Cam/ Bluetooth/TMC/TPMS |
| SC5900 DVR | 2018 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 5" | Yes | Built-in Dash Cam/ Bluetooth/TMC |
| S6400 | 2010 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 7" | Yes | Bluetooth/TMC |
| S6800/S6810 | 2014 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 7" | Yes | Bluetooth/TMC/TPMS |
| S6900 | 2018 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 7" | Yes | Bluetooth/TMC/Active Magnetic Mount |
| S8100/S8110 | 2015 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 7" | Yes | Built-in TV/Bluetooth/TMC/TPMS |
| S8000 | 2011 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 7" | Yes | Built-in TV/Bluetooth/TMC |
| DB8500 | 2011 | Car/HGV/Caravan/Motorhome | 7" | Yes | Built-in TV/DAB/Bluetooth/TMC |
| Name | Release date | HD | Cameras | Screen Size | Viewing Angle | SD Card | GPS | WiFi | GPS speed cameras |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snooper DVR-1 | 2010 | No | 1 | N/A | 120° | 8GB | Yes | No | No |
| Snooper DVR-2HD | 2011 | 720p | 1 | N/A | 120° | 8GB | Yes | No | No |
| Snooper DVR-1HD Mini | 2012 | 720p | 1 | N/A | 120° | 8GB | Yes | No | No |
| Snooper DVR-3HD | 2014 | 1080p | 1 | 2" | 140° | 8GB | Yes | No | Yes |
| Snooper DVR-4HD (G1) | 2015 | 1080p | 1 | 2.7" | 140° | 8GB | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Snooper DVR-4HD (G2) | 2017 | 1080p | 1 | 3" | 155° | 16GB | Yes | No | Yes |
| Snooper DVR-4HD (G3) | 2019 | 1080p | 1 | 3" | 152° | 32GB | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Snooper DVR-5HD (G1) | 2015 | 1080p x 2 | 2 | 3" | 150° | 32GB | Yes | No | Yes |
| Snooper DVR-5HD (G2) | 2017 | 1080p x 2 | 2 | 3" | 155°f/ 130°r | 16GB | Yes | No | Yes |
| Snooper DVR-5HD (G3) | 2019 | 1080p x 2 | 2 | 3" | 152°f/ 130°r | 32GB | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Snooper DVR-WF1 | 2017 | 1080p | 1 | N/A | 150° | 8GB | Yes | Yes | No |
| Snooper DVR-PRO | 2019 | 1080p | 1 (2nd opt) | N/A | 150° | N/A | Yes | Yes | No |
| Name | Release date | Technology | Screen size | Colour Screen | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shotsaver S280 | 2007 | GPS | 2.8" | yes | Numeric |
| S2010 Syrius PROLINE with Shotsaver | 2007 | GPS | 4.3" | yes | Numeric |
| G300 Snooper Shotmiser | 2008 | GPS | 2.8" | yes | Graphics |
| Shotsaver S320 | 2009 | GPS | 2.8" | yes | Numeric |
| Shotsaver S430 | 2010 | GPS | 3.5 | yes | Numeric |
| Shotsaver S210 | 2012 | GPS | 2" | Mono | Numeric |
| Shotsaver S320 Tour Pro | 2013 | GPS | 2.8" | yes | Graphics |
| Shotsaver S430 Tour Pro | 2013 | GPS | 3.5 | yes | Graphics |
| Shotsaver S400 | 2010 | Laser | Viewfinder | N/A | Numeric |
| Shotsaver SLR500 | 2011 | Laser | Viewfinder | N/A | Numeric |
| Shotsaver S340 | 2014 | GPS | 3" | yes | Numeric |
| Shotsaver S340 Tour Pro | 2014 | GPS | 3" | yes | Graphics |
| Shotsaver SG250 (Watch) | 2012 | GPS | 1" | Mono | Numeric |
| Shotsaver SG255 (Watch) | 2013 | GPS | 1" | Mono | Numeric |
References
- ↑ "Webwire - GPRS technology provides drivers with advanced [sic warning of mobile speed traps including laser!"]. http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=96509.
- ↑ John, Honest (2009-09-10). "Telegraph.co.uk - Users update each other when they spot a mobile trap". The Daily Telegraph (London). https://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/caradvice/honestjohn/6167555/Spotting-speed-cameras---Honest-John.html. Retrieved 2010-05-23.
- ↑ "Which? Magazine sat nav review 2007". http://www.which.co.uk/about-which/press/product-press-releases/which-magazine/2007/03/sat-nav-must-haves.jsp.[yes|permanent dead link|dead link}}]
External links
- Snooper official site https://gb.snooper.eu
- Snooper Services site (for registrations, help, FAQ's, software, manuals) https://www.snooperneo.co.uk
- Snooper UK YouTube Channel
- In Phase International Ltd [1]
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