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I have a new G2 also modded with Cm7 2.3.2 by my friend but no matter what I try I can not get a GPS lock. It is always searching for GPS. I would like to know if u have that problem, how to fix it, how to go back to stock or any help at all. Thanks in advance
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rtrimble123 said:
I have a new G2 also modded with Cm7 2.3.2 by my friend but no matter what I try I can not get a GPS lock. It is always searching for GPS. I would like to know if u have that problem, how to fix it, how to go back to stock or any help at all. Thanks in advance
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What gps application are you using?
Built in Google maps and Nav
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Built in Google maps and Nav
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Is there a program called "gps status" installed on your phone? I'm curious because I've seen a lot of people mention gps problems and also mention that app at the same time.
I used that app to use tools reset then reboot and that did not work
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rtrimble123 said:
I used that app to use tools reset then reboot and that did not work
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You can try this to see if it works.
1. Uninstall GPS Status
2. On your phone, go to Settings>Applications>Manage applications>All>Maps and then click on Clear data
3. Reboot into Clockworkmod recovery
4. Clear cache and Dalvik Cache
5. Reboot
6. Start Maps first before anything else.
Hope that works for you!
rtrimble123 said:
I have a new G2 also modded with Cm7 2.3.2 by my friend but no matter what I try I can not get a GPS lock. It is always searching for GPS. I would like to know if u have that problem, how to fix it, how to go back to stock or any help at all. Thanks in advance
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read about flashing the new radio. that will fix it
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Thank-you very much but unfortunately it still did not get GPS lock
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rtrimble123 said:
I have a new G2 also modded with Cm7 2.3.2 by my friend but no matter what I try I can not get a GPS lock. It is always searching for GPS. I would like to know if u have that problem, how to fix it, how to go back to stock or any help at all. Thanks in advance
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There are known issues with CM7, namely GPS issues; everyone is at a bit of a loss as to the actual cause which is causing the delay in fixing.
Your best option, if you need GPS, is to use a stable ROM and not an RC or nightly (as CM7 is); RCs and nightlies are known to have issues, they are released by the devs in order for the more tech savvy users to help them find bugs.
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Is there a program called "gps status" installed on your phone? I'm curious because I've seen a lot of people mention gps problems and also mention that app at the same time.
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GPS Status, GPS Toolbox, etc. are all Market available apps.
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OriginalGabriel said:
There are known issues with CM7, namely GPS issues; everyone is at a bit of a loss as to the actual cause which is causing the delay in fixing.
Your best option, if you need GPS, is to use a stable ROM and not an RC or nightly (as CM7 is); RCs and nightlies are known to have issues, they are released by the devs in order for the more tech savvy users to help them find bugs.
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This. And OP you should go check out the nightly thread for CM7 and post there. There is a good 2 pages of discussion per nightly on JUST the GPS issues everyone is having lol. You'll get more precise answers and help there.
I am now using Ginger Villain 1.5 ROM and my GPS lock comes in seconds., Thank you so much for everyone who helped me find a solution. This is a very big relief to me. Thanks again!!
For some reason, no matter which roms I use the Navigation doesn't seem to work though. I've tried MIUI, Virtuous, CM7, and I even reverted back to stock rom I backed up and the navigation never seems to detect my gps. In maps, the GPS locks my location fine, but turn by turn direction doesn't seem to work.
Could someone maybe point me in the right direction?
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In maps, the GPS locks my location fine, but turn by turn direction doesn't seem to work.
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Are you sure you are using GPS in maps and not your WIFI (which is mapped by google...) to position yourself?
Turn WIFI off, get outside in the middle of your garden and then start maps. Does it position you to the spot or does it stay inaccurate? If it's the latter, your GPS never (?) worked and you got positioned by the location of your WIFI.
What is your radio version (26.0x.xx.xx) and which ROM are you on exactly?
GPS fix? Try flashing radio.
Had the exact same issue, found that all my GPS issues were tied to radio. Flash back to most recent stock version and see if that fixes it. Worked right away for me, regardless of GPS Status, cache cleansing, etc. YMMV
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Are you sure you are using GPS in maps and not your WIFI (which is mapped by google...) to position yourself?
Turn WIFI off, get outside in the middle of your garden and then start maps. Does it position you to the spot or does it stay inaccurate? If it's the latter, your GPS never (?) worked and you got positioned by the location of your WIFI.
What is your radio version (26.0x.xx.xx) and which ROM are you on exactly?
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Using my HSPA network (no wifi) and Google Maps "My Location", the accuracy is 600 meters. I'm not sure if that's considered working, but the most frustrating part is that Navigation always just says Searching for GPS. I started off from stock radio radio rom post OTA, then tried to flash:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=959488
People said it helped, but tt didn't. Now I'm back on the one listed as "Vision_RADIO_12.28b.60.140e_26.03.02.26" at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=970809.
Rom is currently QND MIUI 1.3.5 version 1.3. But liked I said, none of the roms seems to be working. Any help would be appreciated.
Edit: I just realized what you meant. I turned off the "Use Wireless Network Feature" and my GPS DOESN'T work! Any way to fix this???
moneybagsxp said:
Had the exact same issue, found that all my GPS issues were tied to radio. Flash back to most recent stock version and see if that fixes it. Worked right away for me, regardless of GPS Status, cache cleansing, etc. YMMV
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Flashed latest radio and got instant GPS lock (8 satellites) on CM7 nightly #15. Didn't work before with shipping radio.
Latest radio I'm using btw is 12.28h.60.140f_26.06.02.27
Also, ymmv, I've heard some people saying they got big battery drains going to the latest radio, and also some had the same result going to the AUS radio (which apparently has good service).
@symbolism: Ugh, I have no idea about MIUI, but the latest radio does/should fix GPS problems on the latest CM7 nightlies. Anyone else experiencing the same on MIUI in any of the MIUI threads...?
@martonikaj: the AUS radio *is* the latest radio It's the 26.06.something... And I'm one of those experiencing excessive battery drain. It seems to be the connection to the network (Network standby) which sucks my battery empty...
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hi... i has installed the coredroid v 3.3 and works great...the only thing that don't works is my GPS.. I'm using GPS STATUS app and don't find any satellite... someone can help me?
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This normally happen first time after flashing new ROMs. Now my LeeDrOid v2.2.3 found about 7-8 satellites but still get a slow fix. Wonder why too.
Did you change the gps.conf file under system/etc to your nearest ntp? Using FasterFix?
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This normally happen first time after flashing new ROMs. Now my LeeDrOid v2.2.3 found about 7-8 satellites but still get a slow fix. Wonder why too.
Did you change the gps.conf file under system/etc to your nearest ntp? Using FasterFix?
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but, i have coredroid v 3.3 for a long time... and i was tested some radios...
even i was re-flashed an OFFICIAL RUU (installed gps test and found 5 sat!!), later
full wipes and "formats" included... and flashed again coredroid v3.3 (like my syg says)but It continues without working with this rom...
in adition i don´t now what are you talking about "faster fix".... what is this?
hing that was you
EDIT: i found faster fix in the market! i´m going to study this apk...
Meanwhile can you explain me how can i do the thing that you was said me? --"""Did you change the gps.conf file under system/etc to your nearest ntp?"""""
thank´s!!!!!
SECOND EDIT: fasterfix.apk don´t fix my problem
Hmm that's weird. ROM problem? I don't think so.
Yea.. FasterFix is an app in the market. Which relates to the gps.conf that I am talking about. Basically you have change your ntp(Network Time Protocol) to your nearest.
You have to reboot once you changed them so it will take effect. I am also having problem now getting a fast fix. Last time was fast, now so slow. Practically when I am driving, I have to stop my car and allow it to get a fix first(about 3 minutes). If I was attempting to get a fix while driving it will take minutes(maybe 10 minutes?). Sigh.
This one fixed my gps issues:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=12209959&postcount=20921
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Thats what I do every 2 - 3 weeks
Remove your sim card from the phone, boot it, download GPS Status & Toolbox
go menu - tools - manage A-gps state - Reset it and then download it and place your phone on a flat surface somewhere outside your house till it gets a fix/lock
then shut down your phone, put the sim card in
and you'll notice that you'll have a way faster fix/lock after that
i hope i helped
uuppsss i wake up now!! hahaha i´m going to try all the answers and then post the results!!!
thx
There's also the possibility that the gps antenna is broken. If you place a finger on the camera flash cover and lightly press it inwards, you can get good signal and indicating that the antenna is broken.
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There's also the possibility that the gps antenna is broken. If you place a finger on the camera flash cover and lightly press it inwards, you can get good signal and indicating that the antenna is broken.
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i was tested it few days ago but the problem its not this.. (thank´s to god )
there´s some people that had the problem but it´s not antena broken...
is the swich of the cover that don´t do good contact... replace the cover can solve it
blbean said:
This one fixed my gps issues:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=12209959&postcount=20921
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maaaaan!!! your answer seems well!!! i´m finding satellites now!!! but only one
LOL, and less it´s working.. i need to continue testing
EDIT: GOOGLE MAPS is paralized finding GPS..... I DON'T KNOW what more can i do
Maybe trying to flash another ROM? Lol. Is your radio the recommended one?
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Maybe trying to flash another ROM? Lol. Is your radio the recommended one?
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yes its the recommened radio (it is in my syg).... i´m not undestand what´s happen...
can be that this rom "OWN3D" me!LOLOLOL
What rom are you using?gps/google maps works great?¿?
i don´t know what & how can be for fix my gps problem without change the rom!!!!!!!
Hi all,i have a strange problem i can't find anywhere how to get rid of. Any time i make a phone call or i receive one,my gps starts and i have to turn if off.i thought truecaller was to blame so i removed it but nothing changed and i can't find nothing in the settings. I'm running revolution HD 5.1.4 on my desire HD. Hoping there's a solution,thanks
gian569 said:
Hi all,i have a strange problem i can't find anywhere how to get rid of. Any time i make a phone call or i receive one,my gps starts and i have to turn if off.i thought truecaller was to blame so i removed it but nothing changed and i can't find nothing in the settings. I'm running revolution HD 5.1.4 on my desire HD. Hoping there's a solution,thanks
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WTF?¿?¿?¿¿
it´s an strange issue....
has you tried to re-flash your rom doing full wipe''?maybe seems a radical solution but if you tried to disable it and it restarts... you haven´t more ways...
Hi gian569
I am not sure about but I think there is something to do with Mock Locations. The GPS is searching where you are i guess. Did you turned that off?
Or just maybe your wife / husband has installed a root soft in order to spy you.....
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Or just maybe your wife / husband has installed a root soft in order to spy you.....
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Thats a nice one solid.snake XD
Or just maybe your wife / husband has installed a root soft in order to spy you.....
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lolololol....now i understand better this post
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gian569 said:
Hi all,i have a strange problem i can't find anywhere how to get rid of. Any time i make a phone call or i receive one,my gps starts and i have to turn if off.i thought truecaller was to blame so i removed it but nothing changed and i can't find nothing in the settings. I'm running revolution HD 5.1.4 on my desire HD. Hoping there's a solution,thanks
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Hi there,
TrueCaller doesn't activate the GPS. If you have connected TC to your Twitter account and have location and GPS on however it will use the GPS. But like I said, TC cannot initiate the GPS by itself
Thanks for using TrueCaller!
Thank you all for you replies
So let's make the point...it's not truecaller's fault....my girlfriend barely knows what is a software...xD....my parents also can't do such a thing....xD....i had this issue with AR HD 5.1.3 if i remember right,then i patched to 5.1.4 without full wipe....so i think i'll try flashing 5.1.6 and see what happens
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@superstick i forgot: i don't get what you mean but i've turned off gps almost everywhere,moreover it would be strange if it turns on only with calls i think
The Mock Location is not the GPS signal. It is about capturing where you are whenever you are at different places. I guess its nothing to do with that.(I did not used that before, so cant tell. lol)
Oh yes i allow program to track my position but internet only,e not using gps so it shouldn't be that...
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I got the same question after upgrading my ROM from 2.2 to 2.3. I tried several ways, and found out that GPS will not be auto launched when you turn off all data services(WIFI, WCDMA).
don't know the root cause yet.
SERGI.3210 said:
WTF?¿?¿?¿¿
it´s an strange issue....
has you tried to re-flash your rom doing full wipe''?maybe seems a radical solution but if you tried to disable it and it restarts... you haven´t more ways...
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anwering to myself
hello¿?¿?finally i´m sure you´re going to do that i said in post #2
i leave it again
x2
[email protected] said:
I got the same question after upgrading my ROM from 2.2 to 2.3. I tried several ways, and found out that GPS will not be auto launched when you turn off all data services(WIFI, WCDMA).
don't know the root cause yet.
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You're talking about ufficial or cooked Rom? Anyway guys i've updated my Rom from 5.1.3 to 5.1.7 also formatting data with ext4 but the issue still exist!! but i've restored my apps and SETTINGS backups so maybe the problem is there...but now i have not time to try formatting again....
Did someone find out something?
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I recall there was a thread about this a week or so ago but I can't find it ... basically since updating my phone to Android 2.3.5 and Sense 3.0 via the .exe link on this forum, the HTC weather app just says United Kingdom instead of my actual location, any solutions for this?
Thanks
You can either manually add your location or just wait for Agps to kick in. It's good to let the Rom settle for a while too after flashing. Turning off fastboot and restarting a few times can help too.
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SeaViper said:
I recall there was a thread about this a week or so ago but I can't find it ... basically since updating my phone to Android 2.3.5 and Sense 3.0 via the .exe link on this forum, the HTC weather app just says United Kingdom instead of my actual location, any solutions for this?
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Hi all, I'm using ARHD and I'm getting this issue aswell, have searched dev and q & a forums but there does not seem to be an answer that has worked, anyone else got any ideas?
Thanks
Gizmoe said:
You can either manually add your location or just wait for Agps to kick in. It's good to let the Rom settle for a while too after flashing. Turning off fastboot and restarting a few times can help too.
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This doesn't work. AGPS doesn't have anything to do with it, as my location is accurate on the Accuweather mobile web page and in Google Maps. I have restarted my phone numerous times and it doesn't have any affect. As the post above this one mentioned, its not just on my ROM. I have a feeling its an issue with HTC/Accuweather but I would like clarification on this please.
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This doesn't work. AGPS doesn't have anything to do with it, as my location is accurate on the Accuweather mobile web page and in Google Maps. I have restarted my phone numerous times and it doesn't have any affect. As the post above this one mentioned, its not just on my ROM. I have a feeling its an issue with HTC/Accuweather but I would like clarification on this please.
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Hi,
my mates DHD also has the same issue, gets UK on wifi but on AGPS/signal location we both get the right location, i'm surprised no-one else has mentioned this?
Same happens here in Finland too, DHD doesn't update "my location" right after 2.3.5 update... I have mailed to HTC for this issue but no help from there...
Yeah, seems like it's an issue, but only on wifi, hope it gets fixed soon!
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I'm having the same issue, stuck on United Kingdom.
Pleased to see it's not just my phone!
tiward said:
Yeah, seems like it's an issue, but only on wifi, hope it gets fixed soon!
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Mines not on WiFi, I'm using my mobile network
I have had this issue on several roms. Usually I have to turn Agps off and GPS off. Reboot. Use GPS test to clear Agps. Turn both back on and Make sure you get a GPS lock. Then go back to widget and open. It will fail again, but when you hit refresh it will finally connect to accuweather. Sometimes this process has to be done more than once. Usually though it will just start working on its own. How long before it does though could be a while.
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I have had this issue on several roms. Usually I have to turn Agps off and GPS off. Reboot. Use GPS test to clear Agps. Turn both back on and Make sure you get a GPS lock. Then go back to widget and open. It will fail again, but when you hit refresh it will finally connect to accuweather. Sometimes this process has to be done more than once. Usually though it will just start working on its own. How long before it does though could be a while.
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I've tried that, turned GPS off and back on again, gone onto Google Maps, found my location, ran the widget and it still comes back as United Kingdom. This is both on WiFi and on Mobile Data.
It looks like its a official problem as everyone seem to have the same problem, hope we get a fix soon.
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I have found the first real issue with the M8.
The GPS fails during navigation and cannot get proper lock. That meant it kept trying to recalculate routes etc...
My friends have also had same issue.
Location settings were set on the best option too. Full mobile signal and internet as well.
gavinfabl said:
I have found the first real issue with the M8.
The GPS fails during navigation and cannot get proper lock. That meant it kept trying to recalculate routes etc...
My friends have also had same issue.
Location settings were set on the best option too. Full mobile signal and internet as well.
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Hardware related or do you think it's a problem with the OS?
No problem on GPS here. I get a quick lock and it stays on.
Using Sygic.
hija31 said:
No problem on GPS here. I get a quick lock and it stays on.
Using Sygic.
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Google navigation and TomTom both failed on different M8s.
It works for a bit, but when it goes wrong you will know about it.
I am hoping only software, but I have no idea of issues or how to fix it.
If you are rooted or unlocked, try this GPS config ... its for quick good AGPS lock before actual GPS one.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2709759
Prefer not to root as phone rocks. And rooting will void warranty of my new phone.
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Try installing GPS tools, it does a few logic jiggery pokery things in the background that may help
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Using with Co-Pilot Premium and works great. Locks on quickly and stays on. No problems at all.
Can't say I've noticed the issue. I use Waze. My Note II used to constantly lose GPS fix. Was irritating! Hope it doesn't start on my M8.
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Prefer not to root as phone rocks. And rooting will void warranty of my new phone.
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I didn't know people who prefer not to root actually use XDA.
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I didn't know people who prefer not to root actually use XDA.
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I'm not adversed to anythng BUT I have just bought a £500 plus phone. I would rather not void a warranty yet.... also some of my apps won't work on a rooted device.
I have no problem on my phone. all is ok.
GPS has been the best I've ever experienced on a smartphone. Locks quickly and accurately and the only device ever to get a decent lock inside my concrete flat.
However, yesterday the GPS failed completely whilst driving with clear view of the sky. A reboot fixed it and it was then rock solid again.
That's the only time it's done it in about a week since owning it with about 20 hours driving with it.
I'm hoping that means it's a software issue somewhere.
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gavinfabl said:
I have found the first real issue with the M8.
The GPS fails during navigation and cannot get proper lock. That meant it kept trying to recalculate routes etc...
My friends have also had same issue.
Location settings were set on the best option too. Full mobile signal and internet as well.
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I can confirm that my GPS nav has been broken for about a month or more, using Waze and Google Maps
The latest System update released on 6/15/2014 has resolved the issue
eniac said:
I can confirm that my GPS nav has been broken for about a month or more, using Waze and Google Maps
The latest System update released on 6/15/2014 has resolved the issue
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Thanks for update. That's good news.
grentuu said:
Using with Co-Pilot Premium and works great. Locks on quickly and stays on. No problems at all.
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Yep gonna agree works perfect with copilot. Also better than sygic imo. I also wouldn't bother with Google navigation. Better to use an offline satnav app.
I have this problem too... Doesn't seem to matter which app one are using, it also happens with my golf app... And the only way to fix it, is to reboot the phone.. This is really annoying...
It seems to be related to bluetooth use... If I use BT to play music/listen to audiobook at the same time as I use the navigation app, then I have this problem.. If I turn off the BT, then the problem does not seem to appear... I am saying seem to, because it seems to be random when this occurs so not 100% sure that turning off BT fixes the problem but so far I have not had this problem when BT is off..
I also thought this was fixed in the latest update but yesterday it happend again....
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Thanks for update. That's good news.
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Do you still have GPS issues?
My G-900F cannot find any satellites at all. Think it might be a hardware problem I have
Yes, I have the issue on my replacement phone. I have to reboot in order to use GPS...
jeffreycentex said:
Yes, I have the issue on my replacement phone. I have to reboot in order to use GPS...
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I contacted samsung & was told to take it to a service centre. They had to send it back direct to samsung for repair, will take 10 working days