Is anyone else having trouble finding GPS sats with the Chinese ROM? I can fix on 1 maybe 2 at the most outdoors. I tried using endomondo and trackerbooster, but to no avail.
On mine, it's AGPS that isn't working...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=937250
Can anyone with the chinese rom please check if their GPS is working?
999phonebug said:
On mine, it's AGPS that isn't working...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=937250
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I'm one jboogie's Froyo Beta 2, which is based on the Chinese ROM and I get a location in Google Maps using only wireless location (GPS turned off), so I assume AGPS is working for me?!
999phonebug said:
On mine, it's AGPS that isn't working...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=937250
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So does that mean GPS works?
So, I just tried my "regular" GPS: Even indoors, standing at a window, I got up to 7 fixes, so I suppose my GPS is working just fine.
slashvanyoung said:
So, I just tried my "regular" GPS: Even indoors, standing at a window, I got up to 7 fixes, so I suppose my GPS is working just fine.
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Which means mine is f*cked
magikfly said:
So does that mean GPS works?
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Yep, it's AGPS that's not working for me.
I wonder if it's because I didn't do the BLUR registration.
I suggest you to go back to stock ROM and see if it's the same.
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Using the 4.0.4 prerooted stock ROM. GPS takes 1 - 2 minutes to find my location. I remember the GPS locking faster when I first got my phone.
Any ideas to speed up GPS locking?
thanks
techbeck said:
Using the 4.0.4 prerooted stock ROM. GPS takes 1 - 2 minutes to find my location. I remember the GPS locking faster when I first got my phone.
Any ideas to speed up GPS locking?
thanks
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get the app fasterfix or fastergps from the store. Choose your location. Done
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1400939&highlight=gps
vomer said:
get the app fasterfix or fastergps from the store. Choose your location. Done
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fasterfix always errored out and fastergps didnt work. thanks tho
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1400939&highlight=gps
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Thanks, this worked. Followed a fix a user posted in your link. GPS now locks within seconds now even after toggling gps on/off and rebooting.
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/galaxy-nexus-gps-issues-over-the-weekend/
Just posting this so everyone knows what's going on. On Sunday I was having the worst time figuring out why my phone couldn't lock onto a GPS signal, and now that I've heard this the issue seems to be fixed. I ran a quick fix on some GPS apps and all of them seemed to work (GPS Doctor, GPS Test, GPS Status).
Reports have been said that some meteor passed by earth (?) or a solar storm hit a group of satellites.
Hope this clears up the confusion.
Yeah, glad everything is back to normal now >10s locks
AlexWekell said:
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/galaxy-nexus-gps-issues-over-the-weekend/
Just posting this so everyone knows what's going on. On Sunday I was having the worst time figuring out why my phone couldn't lock onto a GPS signal, and now that I've heard this the issue seems to be fixed. I ran a quick fix on some GPS apps and all of them seemed to work (GPS Doctor, GPS Test, GPS Status).
Reports have been said that some meteor passed by earth (?) or a solar storm hit a group of satellites.
Hope this clears up the confusion.
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I run the ZIP file doing something to gps.conf file and got GPS fix immediately after that. Before that restarted phone several times, etc.
Mine isn't fixed yet
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phantasybm said:
Mine isn't fixed yet
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Nor mine. Tested on Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy S Plus.
Had issues. Generally fixed now. Sometimes slow but usually locks now.
phantasybm said:
Mine isn't fixed yet
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MS. said:
Nor mine. Tested on Galaxy Nexus and Galaxy S Plus.
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Reset aGPS data in tools with this and then download the extra data in tools:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...wsMSwxLDEsImNvbS5lY2xpcHNpbS5ncHNzdGF0dXMyIl0.
toggle google location services off then on, finally got it working again for me today after it quit again. worth a shot for those still having issues...
I've posted this elsewhere, but we had a solar storm this past weekend.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/21/sun-solar-flare-sunspot_n_1690576.html
Google may have had issues with the gps satellites. Just my two cents.
AlexWekell said:
Reset aGPS data in tools with this and then download the extra data in tools:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...wsMSwxLDEsImNvbS5lY2xpcHNpbS5ncHNzdGF0dXMyIl0.
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Already did so number of times with no luck. Also i have added proper servers to gps.conf - doesn't help either.
Kohawk09 said:
toggle google location services off then on, finally got it working again for me today after it quit again. worth a shot for those still having issues...
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I haven't enabled that option ever because of privacy concerns. And i don't need it after all.
Fixed here, didn't make any attempt to try myself.
Is there any gps fix for Nexus,
It takes me forever to get a fix.
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chintz24 said:
Is there any gps fix for Nexus,
It takes me forever to get a fix.
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Download GPS Status and Toolbox from Play Store. If you search for gps it'll be one of the first apps listed.
Don't know why, but my phone locks faster when I have it.
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Go outside.
No seriously, provide a little more information and we can help you. There are lots of different gps tweaks. What version/ROM are you on? Carrier? Country?
I have the same problem (4.2.2 Stock). GPS just doesn't work. I tried a lot of stuff (including factory reset)... and nothing.
defailers said:
I have the same problem (4.2.2 Stock). GPS just doesn't work. I tried a lot of stuff (including factory reset)... and nothing.
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Also need more info from you too. Are you rooted at least? Makes a big difference if you are able to modify the gps.config file or not.
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defailers said:
I have the same problem (4.2.2 Stock). GPS just doesn't work. I tried a lot of stuff (including factory reset)... and nothing.
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If you haven't done already: verify all location settings are turned on in the settings menu as well as in t the Google settings app. Download GPS status app. Go outside. Fire up the app and let it try to acquire. If that doesn't work, in gps status reset agps data, download agps data and try again. Did this work?
If you're rooted, you can just flash a better radio. That's what I did and it has improved drastically.
Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1405345
If it's a fresh fix it can take up to 5 or 10 minutes at least, outside.
Start maps and make sure gps is attempting to acquire location and just wait. But be outside.
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yash13 said:
If you're rooted, you can just flash a better radio. That's what I did and it has improved drastically.
Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1405345
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That's ridiculous.
klobkelosh said:
That's ridiculous.
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That's what I thought because I did not change my ROM or any other settings. Simply flashed a different radio.
What could the reason be then?
yash13 said:
That's what I thought because I did not change my ROM or any other settings. Simply flashed a different radio.
What could the reason be then?
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I would imagine coincidence.
Clear AGPS data with GPS Status as mentioned and use FasterGPS to change your region to North America or wherever you live. That should provide you with a faster fix.
My GPS suddenly on the fritz as well
Had the GSM Gnex about 10 months. Approx 10 days ago I start noticing the GPS status bubble in the notification bar (not filled in). I've messed with it, used a couple of the tools mentioned in this thread, no help. I've done power off, factory reset last night, all no help. It appears slow to find sats, never acquires. Stock 4.2.2 unrooted.
Any chance reloading 4.2.2 would help? Any advantage to doing so over factory reset?
Still under warranty I guess, but really prefer to solve myself if possible.
Thanks!
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Have you tried clearing agps data yet?
GPS problems
klobkelosh said:
Have you tried clearing agps data yet?
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Yes, downloaded GPS status and tools noted above, cleared it and downloaded the data via the tool. Age shows zero days.
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adsingl said:
Yes, downloaded GPS status and tools noted above, cleared it and downloaded the data via the tool. Age shows zero days.
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Does gps status acquire a position lock? Does maps acquire? Toro or Maguro 4.2.2? Are you inside or outside?
GPS problems
klobkelosh said:
Does gps status acquire a position lock? Does maps acquire? Toro or Maguro 4.2.2? Are you inside or outside?
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No, as mentioned in my original post, it slowly seems to find a couple satellites sometimes (last night in hotel running "GPS test", but never acquired).
Maps don't acquire. Today, inside or outside at lunch, couldn't even get it to find a satellite with "GPS status" app. The circle just spins and it says "looking for GPS location". I only gave it about 90 seconds outside as I was walking.
GSM / Magura 4.2.2
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I assume you have an active sim and the phone has data service?
One last diagnostic - try to let the gps acquire outside for up to 10 minutes. If that doesn't work I'd recommend flashing back a factory image. If the factory image doesn't work you've got a hardware issue.
GPS problems
Yeah, SIM/phone works fine, just sent a test email now w/wireless off to ensure data is good, it arrived.
I'll try to reload JDQ39 tonight after work, already downloaded it last night.
Thanks for the help/recommendation.
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klobkelosh said:
I assume you have an active sim and the phone has data service?
One last diagnostic - try to let the gps acquire outside for up to 10 minutes. If that doesn't work I'd recommend flashing back a factory image. If the factory image doesn't work you've got a hardware issue.
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One last thing, did you verify that ALL location settings are still switched on? Verify in the Google settings app.
Since last reboot, none of my apps requiring GPS (facebook, gas buddy, Maps, etc.) are working. I've looked to make sure that Mock Location isn't check. Gas Buddy is always askin me to make sure that GPS is enable and everything is check'd in the Location section...
Any idea ? Fix perm and reboot didn't make it...
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Dave
Agreed. I have uninstalled Maps and everything. I know there are 2 places to enable GPS and loaction and they are both enabled. Still cant locate me. Hoping there is a fix for this?
YoshiNurijumi said:
Agreed. I have uninstalled Maps and everything. I know there are 2 places to enable GPS and loaction and they are both enabled. Still cant locate me. Hoping there is a fix for this?
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moved to an other ROM, and everything requiring GPS locks works, and it does quick!
I might try to reflash or flash back to V3.3 and see
DaveT5M said:
moved to an other ROM, and everything requiring GPS locks works, and it does quick!
I might try to reflash or flash back to V3.3 and see
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Reflashed 3.3, no gps issue...
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this is a GPS file fix from international version n9005
the fix http://www.mediafire.com/?j9tq965psemg9nv
flash it and report back here
maybe you have to download "fasterGPS" from Play store
combine both it's help my GPS lock 12/15 sats within 5-7 seconds
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Flashed and my phone won't boot....
Jason Syn said:
Flashed and my phone won't boot....
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Mine did boot and didn't help it's fricking Google maps is the damn issue.
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Mine would boot then froze. Then black screen
For the people with wonky GPS have you tried downloading faster fix
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Double.FasterFix
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deeznutz1977 said:
Mine would boot then froze. Then black screen
For the people with wonky GPS have you tried downloading faster fix
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from the playstore
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But FasterFix says "**Not for usage on phones with android 4.2 or newer**". I'm on 4.4.2 on my N900T.
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Dennis
I downloaded an ap called topntp. Look it up in the play store. I get gps lock in less than 1 second.
SM-N900T: Powered by X-Note V13/CivZ-SnapKat 2.1
Faster Fix on playstore working fine for me.
Lorettaa said:
Faster Fix on playstore working fine for me.
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Cool. Will give that a whirl if I need to.
I downloaded GPS Status from the playstore and did a GPS reset/download data and I'm able to finally get a GPS lock and use Waze, etc.
I could not get any stable GPS lock for the past 2 days before -- was a little annoyed by that.
I even rebooted to ensure GPS still getting lock and it is.
I'm hoping this stays working but will keep an eye on it.
Thanks,
Dennis
well good luck on that, mine was doing fine until now
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this is a GPS file fix from international version n9005
the fix http://www.mediafire.com/?j9tq965psemg9nv
flash it and report back here
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Is there any confirmed success stories from SM-N900T users?
To everyone that's successfully get GPS lock, can you confirm if the GPS is still working under airplane mode please. Just to make sure the GPS data is not from a-GPS.
And what's the Knox status on your device?
XxLostSoulxX said:
Mine did boot and didn't help it's fricking Google maps is the damn issue.
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deeznutz1977 said:
For the people with wonky GPS have you tried downloading faster fix
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Double.FasterFix
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FFTony said:
I downloaded an ap called topntp. Look it up in the play store. I get gps lock in less than 1 second.
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Lorettaa said:
well good luck on that, mine was doing fine until now
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hlcm151 said:
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this is a GPS file fix from international version n9005
the fix http://www.mediafire.com/?j9tq965psemg9nv
flash it and report back here
maybe you have to download "fasterGPS" from Play store
combine both it's help my GPS lock 12/15 sats within 5-7 seconds
Share this if you see this useful
thank you
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I download faster GPS from play store and install it but when I run this app it automatically goes home manu. please help>>>>>>>>>
Lorettaa said:
well good luck on that, mine was doing fine until now
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It's been almost a month now. The way I get GPS to work for me is:
1) Use GPS status ; use Tools->Manage A-GPS state; then click Reset and then Download.
2) Go outside or near a window and get a lock ; the lock should not take that long. For this step, I like "GPS Test" app (not sure it actually makes a difference but it seems to).
3) Keep GPS turned on (for Kitkat, it will be in Battery Saving mode and not used much until something asks for it.
If I do this, I've gotten consistently working GPS and locks that don't take long at all (usually less than a minute and usually faster than that).
I use Waze to/from work 5 days a week and a few times during the weekend.
BTW, I'm running CM 11 2014 05/09 nightly for hlte on my Note 3 n900t. I don't think the ROM matters.
If I reboot or power off, I plan to use the above 3 steps. Having to do this is not optimal but having a predictable way to get GPS working is useful.
Dennis
Hmm might be why I don't seen to have a problem GPS, I leave it on all the time since it doesn't use the battery unless an app is actively using it.
FFTony said:
I downloaded an ap called topntp. Look it up in the play store. I get gps lock in less than 1 second.
SM-N900T: Powered by X-Note V13/CivZ-SnapKat 2.1
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TOPNTP is the only thing that solved my GPS locking issues. Thanks for the heads up FFTony
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i have downloded but when i unzip its not showing any file inside. kindly advice how to flash it. i am useing sm - n9005 andriod 4.3 version. I have tried all the said procedure in the post but still its not getting the gps fix. in the gps test its showing approx 21 satellite but its not getting locked.
my mobile version 4.3
ajit561472 said:
i have downloded but when i unzip its not showing any file inside. kindly advice how to flash it. i am useing sm - n9005 andriod 4.3 version. I have tried all the said procedure in the post but still its not getting the gps fix. in the gps test its showing approx 21 satellite but its not getting locked.
my mobile version 4.3
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I wouldn't flash this. Only one person said they did without causing problems for their phone and it didn't fix the issue (for them).
You are better off trying the TOPNTP app instead. I have GPS on all the time and don't have a locking problem.
Same problem here. When I use the GPS TEST it works. When I try using Waze or Google Maps, nothing. What's funny, if there's some fun in this, is that waze works ok in background when GPS TEST is open. At least I get voice directions. When I try oppening both in multi-window, Waze stops again... I've tried everything, from stock to every rom I found, but nothing makes the GPS works with Waze and GM.