Among many emerging applications within a cell phone (or mobile phone), GPS is a fairly well known feature. Mobiles carrying this technology are in great demand. These GPS enabled cell phones are priced at a higher range, no doubt. But, tech savvy users hardly bother in shelling out an extra buck or two in procuring them. So, what is this craze for?

Integration of GPS enabled applications within cell phones is increasing manifold. But interestingly, its usage in the practical purpose is very less. You can get maps and step by step directions, guiding you to your destination. But the question is, what else can be derived from it ? If understood properly, these GPS enabled phones can be used effectively and can be worked to your advantage. Let us consider a sample case wherein you are using a carrier like AT&T, Helio or Sprint and you use a Sanyo, Motorola, Samsung or any LG phone.First, download and install any application of GPS, say, "Where". This application supports more than 40 sub functions, all of which can be used to your advantage. Let us see how..

1] Find whatever you want:- At the top of "Where" function, exists a google-like search box. You can type in whatever you want. For eg: If you want to locate a grocery store, type in "grocery". You will then be provided with a list of grocery stores in the nearby places, starting from the nearest.

2] Tips while hiking:- Unlike a typical map in the cell phone, which shows the street name and some other related information, Fugawi, a sub function in GPS gives you further information like topographical features. This is very useful if you are hiking or camping.

3] Pass on the information:- You can easily tell your family, friends or followers where exactly you are. This is made possible with the usage of Buddy Beacon. This is another sub function within GPS. One click of a button can send the information to people you choose, as to where you are.

4] Amusement:- Sub functions like "Digging to China", are just fun and little goofy. It will tell you where exactly you will emerge, if dug straight down and through the center of the earth.

There are many other advantages with GPS. So, if you don't have one in your cell phone, its time to get it. You will not be disappointed.