Freedom Input's new mini keychain GPS receiver is truly a remarkable piece of technology. They advertise it as the smallest GPS receiver there is, and I have no reason to doubt that.

Although the unit is minuscule, its performance is absolutely tremendous. Whether due to its advanced firmware, its antenna, or both, it easily achieved a lock on the requisite number of GPS satellites from a Cold, Warm, or Hot start, faster than any other SiRF Star III receiver I've used. Hang it from your keychain, plop it in your pocket, wear it around your neck, how about as an earring {{grin}}.. Whatever floats your boat.

Freedom ships this wicked little wonder in a complete package with two different chargers. The printed manual isn't exactly lavish, but it competently details the Mini's operation. Let's face it, a device with one moving part (a switch), and one LED that blinks different sequences of colors doesn't take all that long to learn to use.

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Criteria  Rating Design 4 Usability 5 Innovation 5 Cost/Benefit 5 Overall (not an average)	Pros Astounding performance in a tiny form factor Ultra-fast GPS satellite acquisition Works with dozens of GPS programs DC and USB chargers included Grippy, rubberized coating Only one moving part
	Cons Single LED is VERY bright So small you might lose it!