Most Android devices have a built-in GPS receiver. GPS stands for Global Positioning System, and is a space-based satellite navigation system mainly used to obtain the device's current location, but it also provides time information.
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Does GPS need Internet access? [duplicate]
Is a WiFi/3G access needed to use GPS ? I know it doesn't work when you don't have an Internet access but I heard that it was just to download the maps.
So is an Internet access really needed, and if ...
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How did my device know where I am located even though my GPS was turned off? [duplicate]
So I was testing some functionality levels with Facebook Check-In feature on an Android device (Galaxy S2) and I noticed something strange. Even though my GPS was turned off, When I Checked-In on the ...
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is it possible to have the gps location while offline with the nexus 7?
This is a mystery to me, I know that WiFi and GPS use different chips to work, but it seems I can't use the GPS location when there's no Internet access.
I already tried to clear the cache, ...
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Why does google maps need WiFi?
Sometimes google maps gives a notification that goes something like:
"for increased accuracy please turn on the Wifi"
I can understand if it said "For faster loading of map layers....", but how can ...
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Asus EEE Transformer never gets a GPS fix unless I reboot it
I have an Asus EEE Transformer (not the prime) that has unreliable GPS performance. I usually just fire up Google Maps in my car and use the navigation but the tablet always gets stuck with "Searching ...
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Turn off GPS, when the mobile is switched on
When ever my mobile is switched on/restarted GPS is automatically enabled. Is there a way to turn it off till the time its explicitly enabled?
Is this because of any of the third party apps?
Samsung ...
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Airplane mode behaviour on Galaxy S2?
I recently noticed, when I enable airplane mode, my GPS stays enabled. I do not recall this being the case in the past and it really does not make sense to me. Is there a setting somewhere for keeping ...
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What is the proper way of using GPS Test Plus to update GPS data?
Do you need to click the Clear AGPS button, then click the Update AGPS button, then wait for its home screen to update the list of satellites it finds, before closing the app?
Or is clicking the ...
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Losing network connections when using GPS
I'm having the same kind of problem as described in these threads, using a rooted HTC One S with Dark Jelly S rom:
Thread on XDA-Developers
Thead on CyanogenMod Forum
When activating GPS while using ...
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Full Google apps access to location needed for maps with GPS?
I have a HTC One S with Android 4.1.1 installed.
I recently got the "google settings" app and checked the settings in there. Under the field "location" is a switch to "Let google apps access your ...
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Find lost Samsung Galaxy Ace phone?
3 weeks ago I lost my Samsung Galaxy Ace. I don't have any tracker applications or any "if lost" applications installed. I'm looking for some tracker that doesn't need a sim card, just a locator using ...
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Maps location out by 12,742km - the other side of the world
OK, I am mystified.
We used to live in the UK. Two plus years ago we moved to New Zealand. My wife has just bought a brand new samsung galaxy note 10.1 (running 4.0). I have installed 4.2 on my ...
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Direct VISIBLE connection required for GPS?
I am confused by the type of connection GPS requires. Some people say it requires a direct visible connection to the satellite, while others only refer to a direct connection without the specific need ...
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what is the GPS accuracy for android phones?
i need to know what is the accuracy of the GPS sensor for Samsung Galaxy S 3 and Nexus 4 .
i need to know how much its accuracy, I didn't find the information which i need, ex: how many meters the ...
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Does Samsung Galaxy S keep GPS location in camera taken photo metadata?
Does anyone know if Samsung Galaxy S GT-I9000's camera taken photos keep information about GPS location from when they were taken?
Thank you
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Opening a GPS location from an SMS
How can I format an SMS in order to send the GPS location? The recipient should be able to tap the text and open the coordinates with their favorite location software (e.g., Google Maps).
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What uses most power: GPS or WiFi?
When playing Ingress I find that both GPS and WiFi (each by themselves) provide an acceptable location accuracy. My question is what draws the most power?
I'm interested in technical information ...
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GPS Chip and GPS Service on Android Phones
Whether I use Google's location services or similar services provided by some third-party software, do I still need to manually enable anything by selecting one of the settings options, as shown ...
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What's using my GPS?
On my Android phone (a Desire HD), the GPS indicator is currently on & flashing away.
How can I find out which app is responsible for using the GPS? I have my suspicions but would like to know ...
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Enable Location Services via Remote Control
I always disable (Google) Location Services on my phone because they are always drain a lot battery (probably because my mobile Internet is very slow). But in case I loose my phone there I can't use ...
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GPS and icons on the Android notification bar
I've read that the phone can use GPS, and if not Wi-Fi, and if not cellular triangulation to determine your location. How do I check what the phone thinks my location is?
Also, how come I am not ...
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Power draw from GPS - Does granularity affect amount of power drawn?
We all know that GPS draws a considerable amount of battery power. Does anyone know of any studies that test the "granularity" of a GPS signal with how much battery is consumed?
I'm not talking ...
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Galaxy Gio doesn't find GPS satellites after minutes of searching
I recently bought a Samsung Galaxy Gio (GT-S5660). When I try to connect to the GPS satellites, 75% of the time the built-in GPS is unable to locate me within a few minutes. I keep seeing the blinking ...
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Galaxy Y gps chipset model
I'm trying to find the manufacturer / model of gps chipset used in my galaxy Y.
Can anyone help me?
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GPS Battery Drain — LocationManagerService
EDIT 3: Someone pointed me in the right direction on another forum. There was a bug with HD Widgets that rolled out yesterday. HD Widgets Bug
As of yesterday I am getting a 35%/hour battery drain. ...
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app to track multiple devices [closed]
I am looking to GPS track our fire trucks using either smartphone or phone enabled tablets on the trucks. (2 trucks initially, but more as the idea catches on)
As a first step I would like the ...
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Cost of using AGPS for satellite location
Can anyone tell me, if I want to use GPS or AGPS with an app to locate a satellite for TV reception, will I be charged for the data. I'm thinking of buying a Huawei g300 Pay as you go from Vodaphone ...
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Is there a way to get GPS to work without Google Location Service constantly enabled?
The GPS on my Samsung Galaxy S2 cannot find my current location whenever Google Location Service is disabled. I have it disabled most of the time because my battery drains much faster when the ...
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Samsung Galaxy S2 takes a long time to get GPS signal
My Samsung Galaxy S2 takes a long time to get a GPS signal (maybe around 5 minutes). Anyone know why and what can I do about it?
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Easy record GPS coordinates in OpenStreetMap
I live in Argentina and use OpenStreetMap since the maps are really accurate in that area.
I travel in a specific area with my Android Smartphone using GPS. In that area mainly I like to save GPS ...
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Enabling GPS flag on android preferences: what is the battery impact?
Even if there are many questions regarding Android and GPS my doubt is really specific to the user level location settings.
Supposing I've enabled the GPS settings, say from the Power Control widget, ...
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Disable GPS time synchronization
I live in Kiev, Ukraine. My device is Motorola Defy with CyanogenMod 7 (2.3.7). In time settings there's no Ukraine timezone so I use Minsk, Belarus timezone (GMT +3). After I locate my position using ...
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How do I get my GPS working in Android 4.1 Jelly Bean?
Recently I've been having all sorts of troubles with audio and GPS and the compass... I tried different ROMs, different kernels, different patches.
The short story is that after a long time spent ...
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SGS3 GPS issues after Verizon forced Jelly Bean 4.1 update
My SGS3 worked great on ICS until Verizon forced the Jelly Bean 4.1 update to the phone. Ever since Jelly Bean 4.1, the GPS is severely degraded or unable to lock on.
My girlfriend's identical ...
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How can I use my android GPS in my notebook through USB?
How can I use my Android GPS in my notebook through USB? My notebook doesn't have bluetooth, and the wireless is not working.
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Google's location-based services versus third-party services
Since Google offers various location-based services for which it uses its maps, known as Google Maps, what is so special about third party software programs that also provide location-based services? ...
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Does the Google Nexus 10 tablet-PC have a standalone GPS?
Does the Google Nexus 10 tablet-PC have a standalone GPS, or does its GPS rely on GSM data?
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Open Latitude alternative
Is there an open source application which allows to share my location in real time? I'm looking for a fully open source solution, that is open source client as well as open source server software.
It ...
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Can apps know where you are even without GPS?
I've noticed that Google Maps, for instance, can guess where you are using phone towers or something even when GPS is turned off.
Does this apply to 3rd party apps? Can any app figure out where you ...
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Stop Facebook using GPS
I have set location to off but I can see it is still trying to use GPS from the icon in the top left corner.
Where in the settings can I switch this off for Facebook only? Despite Messenger location ...
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Is it possible to enable Location Services via Shell?
Is it possible to enable Location Services(GPS or Google NetworkLocation) via ADB or Terminal Emulator?
I'm on a rooted Phone.
Extra Points: Is it also possible to change other system-related ...
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Connect Android GPS with Computer
Is this possible to connect my Android's GPS with my computer? I have a Samsung Galaxy Fit running Froyo.
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How accurate is the GPS in my Mobile Phone?
I was wondering how accurate is the GPS is in my HTC Desire Android compared to a dedicated hand held GPS unit or in car satnav?
The reason I ask is that I have read articles complaining that the ...
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CM7 GPS works randomly, no rhyme or reason, is there a fix?
I have the Incredible and here are the specs:
CyanogenMod 7.1.0 Stable
Baseband: 2.15.00.07.28
I can't seem to get my GPS to run in a stable manner. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn't.
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How can I race against a GPX track?
I'm using the Strava app to record segments I ride. It would be very helpful in trying to beat existing KOMs to be able to upload GPX file(s) to my phone and have audible feedback during each segment ...
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Using the GPS instead of Google Location Services in Chrome
I do not consent to Google collecting constant background information about my position at all times through their Google Location Service program. So I have got that option disabled.
I can get just ...
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Is there a way use an RDP to configure a continuous offset from GPS calculations?
Is there any way to configure a location offset in such a way that my phone's GPS data would still be used to set a location, but an adjustment would be made to the base value? (e.g. all values ...
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How to use GPS/Maps without an Internet connection?
I need a way (possibly a third-party application) that allows me to use maps and GPS without an Internet connection.
I don't use it by car, just for walking in cities. It would be nice if I could ...
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GPS issues, location permission - one app only
One app (Dino Dominion) will not register location but will express this complaint: "In order to register your location, please turn the location permission setting on in the application settings."
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Cannot enable GPS on G510
I have an Android G510 running 2.3.4 but cannot access the GPS. In "Location & Security" there is no GPS item, just "Use wireless networks".
Can anyone help please
Is there any test I can do to ...
