KUALA LUMPUR, 1 Nov 2017:
While it isn’t possible to keep track of your child’s movements all day long, you can get the next best thing with a remote monitoring mobile device – via the Traqkid service launched today by Knightsbridge Resources Sdn Bhd, powered by U Mobile.
Costing RM30 monthly as an add-on to the U Mobile postpaid line, this Traqkid service uses the tracking capability built into all GSM networks for SIM cards connected to the mobile network.
Given the low power and signal connectivity requirements of the long-established GSM-SIM platform standard, Traqkid can detect the child’s location even if far from cellular transmission towers, explained Knightsbridge Resources chairman Kuan Chee Heng.
“This service helps provide peace of mind to parents and also comes with a panic button, which can be triggered by either the child or the monitoring parent.”
When such a trigger is made, the call centre operated by Knightsbridge Resources for this Trackid service immediately swings into action.
“Based on available circumstantial facts and also by speaking to either parent or child or both, the nature of the emergency can be quickly established and the appropriate responses taken,” said Kuan.
If needed, pre-screened volunteers nearby can be sent to check on the child and only if more critical assistance is needed is the case escalated to the attention of the police force and other authorities.
“For example, not all child bullying threats need the attention of police officers. And some cases of missing children or just runaways who need to be persuaded to return home,” Kuan noted.
Women, Family and Community Development Minister Datuk Seri Rohani Abdul Karim, who is also patron of TraqKid, said the service can also be extended to older folk – some of whom tend to suffer from memory losses and unable to find their way home.
U Mobile chief marketing officer Jasmine Lee added: “U Mobile is all about coming up with unlimited ideas that benefit our customers. We are delighted to be chosen as a partner by Knightsbridge Resources to offer this new service.”
TraqKid is available for pre-order from today. Subscription starts from RM58 monthly with U Mobile (inclusive of RM28 monthly postpaid plan). Upon registration, there is an upfront fee of RM36 for personal accident Insurance. For more information, please log on to www.traqkid.my.