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Finding and logging the precise location of an android device using the GPS service. This is done real-time using an app, to locate the device provided the device is equipped with a GPS module.

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Gps mistaken my location and get me to trouble

First, Google does track your Android device's location not solely on GPS. They use also WiFi Access Points and cell towers to do so. This makes not only the accuracy sometimes very inaccurate, but co …
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How does the GPS work on Android phones?

GPS itself does not need a network connection to any server to work. It just needs a signal from a least 4 GPS satellites to calculate a good position fix. There is also the GPS Almanac, which basica …
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How can I prevent someone from tracking my Android phone? Otherwise, how can I fake the loca...

Dan already pointed out that this is more a social problem. Talk with your parents, express how you feel about this. The feeling of being constantly monitored is sure not very pleasant. That said, the …
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