Dash releases developer API for Dash Express Internet Connected GPS Nav System…Voice Mashups Anyone?

TechCruch has a story this morning covering the release of an API program by Dash, creators of Dash Express, a unique, Internet Connected GPS Naviagation system.

Dash is already showcasing some cool applications on their blog, including a home search application from Coldwell Banker, a live, local weather app and a cool widget with some social media elements, that allows users to bookmark speedtraps and red light cameras in conjunction with Trapster.com.

Voice 2.0 mashup guys, this should be “on your radar” so to speak…I can think of any number of voice enabled applications that could be developed using Dash’s API.

How about a voice app that calls you and let’s you know 15 minutes in advance of when your in-laws are arriving at your home based on their current Dash GPS locational data. (Hint: Pick them up a Dash Express GPS Nav unit for XMas!)

How about a button on my Dash GPS Nav unit that alerts road repair providers within a 10 mile radius when I press the button to indicate I have a flat tire or mechanical troubles, and initiates a call for service on my behalf.

GPS data and OSS telephony are two excellent ingredients for creating any number of useful applications and it is extremely cool to see companies like Dash opening up their GPS platform to 3rd partys. Have a cool idea for a GPS/VoIP Mashup? I’d love to hear about it.…If you are interested in more details on the Dash GPS API, there is not a ton of info on their website, but you can send an email to developer [at] dash [dot] net