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GPS fix? AOKP maybe cm9 ics

First of all I'm on AOKP 715 m6. My gps was nonexistent even though it was good on earlier versions. I was running a modded vle radio which i don't remember the source. Anyways, i flashed tdj's modded vle radio in one of his threads and gps initial locked on in less than 5 mins. It then locks on in less than a min after that.
At first i thought it was the kernel, so i flashed different ones, but no changes. however the radio definitely fixed it for me on AOKP.
So to those with gps problems try flashing tdj's modded radios. Sorry for being lazy on my phone and not linking them.
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This was discussed months ago. Its the basic reason modded radios were made. Apparently the RILS break GPS. So yes GPS won't work unless you flash one of the modded radios, as you found out by accident lol.
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I am not using a modded radio I am using the one that came with the ics official update uvle1. And I am running AOKP M6 7-15. My GPS is the best it has ever been I get instant locks even indoors. And It is accurate too. I have also used other roms and had the same results.

mojorisin7178 said:
I am not using a modded radio I am using the one that came with the ics official update uvle1. And I am running AOKP M6 7-15. My GPS is the best it has ever been I get instant locks even indoors. And It is accurate too. I have also used other roms and had the same results.
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I find that hard to believe. With every rom flash on this phone gps breaks on me and I have to fix it every time.
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RushAOZ said:
I find that hard to believe. With every rom flash on this phone gps breaks on me and I have to fix it every time.
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My GPS works fine to on Telus LLE4 w/ Cyanogen 9.

RushAOZ said:
This was discussed months ago. Its the basic reason modded radios were made. Apparently the RILS break GPS. So yes GPS won't work unless you flash one of the modded radios, as you found out by accident lol.
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yeah i remembered that discussion, and I flashed a modded radio and it worked for most ROMs. I was then really bothered that my uber great locking GPS was no more... I seriously thought I flashed TDJ's radio because I had a file with the same name in my sd card. So I was bummed and decided to test kernels because thats like testing 2 things at once lol. But yeah I ended up checking the md5 of the modded radio i had on my sd card and it turns out it wasn't the same. Must have gotten it from a different thread even though the file name was the same.
But yeah it's just a little reminder to those who have GPS problems, that even though you may think you have a perfectly working radio... you should just flash TDJ's radio mods just in case.

Just flashed TDJ's modded UCLE1 radio...still no luck with GPS
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What do you guys mean when you say "breaks GPS"? I am trying to determine if my problem is similar to yours.
My problem is not really an issue with the GPS but an issue with Google Maps. When I use navigation from point A to point B, say Schaumburg to Chicago, it'll always speak directions as if it's going from point B to point A, although all the on-screen directions are correct.
I uninstalled the app and reinstalled, but have not yet tested to see if that fixed it.

Have any of you tried the agps fix for cm and aokp ROM?
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Have any of you tried the agps fix for cm and aokp ROM?
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I have. I don't know why, but running CM9, my GPS doesn't work no matter what. Maybe the GPS chip broke or something.

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Have any of you tried the agps fix for cm and aokp ROM?
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Yes this is what I have to do every time I flash a ROM and GPS breaks. I made a thread about it and there are also 2 more threads. Its a zip file you flash through cwm. Also people don't forget that if you're on cyanogenmod that you have to go into location services, GPS source and tick "use internal GPS". Or else GPS will barely work.
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armoguy94 said:
I have. I don't know why, but running CM9, my GPS doesn't work no matter what. Maybe the GPS chip broke or something.
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Read my post above. Enable internal GPS in GPS source/location settings.
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RushAOZ said:
Yes this is what I have to do every time I flash a ROM and GPS breaks. I made a thread about it and there are also 2 more threads. Its a zip file you flash through cwm. Also people don't forget that if you're on cyanogenmod that you have to go into location services, GPS source and tick "use internal GPS". Or else GPS will barely work.
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Yeah after doing what you said I've never had an issue. Except lock times seem to take awhile.
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armoguy94 said:
Just flashed TDJ's modded UCLE1 radio...still no luck with GPS
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didn't know he had a ucle1 radio, he has a uvle1 radio though maybe try that one.
If it is the first time you're trying to lock on, it might take a while, you should turn off wifi and data while leaving your GPS on. Stand outside with it on for 5-10 mins or so, it should get a lock on. After that your GPS locks quicker the more frequent you use it.
I think a lot of people would expect GPS to lock on right away, this only happens if your phone has recent locks to the GPS. I find it best with wifi and data off and to just leave the gps on and google maps on.
btw i've tried the AGPS patch before, but if you have a crappy radio it still won't connect lol.

Here's the screenshot without data or wifi. This is inside my house. Notice the gps signal has a constant dot in the middle, i know for aokp this means i have locked on.probably the same for cm, not sure about tw, haven't been on that for a month.
Anyways it has went as low as 4m, so pretty good. This is without apply the patch.
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Teo032 said:
Here's the screenshot without data or wifi. This is inside my house. Notice the gps signal has a constant dot in the middle, i know for aokp this means i have locked on.probably the same for cm, not sure about tw, haven't been on that for a month.
Anyways it has went as low as 4m, so pretty good. This is without apply the patch.
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Download GPS status. Its free in the market. Will tell you how many satellites you're locked onto just for kicks. 4m is very accurate.
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RushAOZ said:
Download GPS status. Its free in the market. Will tell you how many satellites you're locked onto just for kicks. 4m is very accurate.
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4m is amazing! and when i used GPSStatus, it said i had 20+ sats available, but only locked onto 1 maybe 2? WHY!? Grrrr...

Lol just tested it, 7-8/19-20 sats. This is inside my house. I'll check it out when I'm out and about
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GPS status apk
I installed GPS status APK.. These easy steps worked for me!!!!
Under tools 1) Manage GPS state
2) Reset
3) Download new data

GPS problem

I have tried dark side 4.04 and Jedi knight 2 and JMT v8... previously I used to use JMT and my GPS worked flawlessy with no problem. A little while ago I started using darkside 4.04 and GPS was working well as well. Then I installed Jedi knight and since then my GPS is never able to lock on. I have tried switching back to JMT and darkside... but the GPS doesn't lock on...I've tried using the aGPS patch as well but that didn't do anything.
If someone knows how to fix this, please help me out as GPS is a part of my daily life. Thanks a lot!
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I had a similar problem with my GPS taking 5 mins to lock in, and i was using DarkSide 4.04.
So i moved to [ROM] Android Open Kang Project | September 13 | Jellybean Build 1 + Nightlies, and my GPS locks in really quick.
Not sure why, DarkSide was really good ROM but the GPS was a problem casue i use it a lot while driving.
but I am really happy with my phone now (Jellybean Build 1 + Nightlies), hope this helps you.
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I have tried dark side 4.04 and Jedi knight 2 and JMT v8... previously I used to use JMT and my GPS worked flawlessy with no problem. A little while ago I started using darkside 4.04 and GPS was working well as well. Then I installed Jedi knight and since then my GPS is never able to lock on. I have tried switching back to JMT and darkside... but the GPS doesn't lock on...I've tried using the aGPS patch as well but that didn't do anything.
If someone knows how to fix this, please help me out as GPS is a part of my daily life. Thanks a lot!
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I flashed aokp ...but the GPS problem is still there. I know my GPS works because when I go to Google maps, my initial location is correct but then it moves to somewhere else...is there a way I can delete all my GPS related files...so it starts fresh. I really need this thing fixed...any help is appreciated. Thanks
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There a app in the play store called faster fix. Open the app and Change your server to North American pool and apply. That usually works for me because sometimes it'll be set to Asia or not even set to anything. Hope this helps.
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Just installed and set it to north America...it initially found my location and a second later, switched back to the same spot as always...somewhere in Philadelphia..
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Psychokilz said:
Just installed and set it to north America...it initially found my location and a second later, switched back to the same spot as always...somewhere in Philadelphia..
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That's weird... I always hear about that problem but I've never experienced it. Try AOKP 9/13 with lg3 radio. That's what I'm running and gps is perfect. Also try uninstalling and reinstalling Google maps. Also use internal gps for location... This is all I've done just posting what worked for me. Let me know what happens.
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Holy eff... you just solved my problem. All I did was I just left GPS satellites checked in "location services" and it locked on right away to my location and everything is good now! Thanks a lot friend.
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No problem
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CM10 GPS & Battery

Is there any time frame when we can expect a fix on these two items?
These two fixed would make CM10 satisfactory for me.
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Altaman said:
Is there any time frame when we can expect a fix on these two items?
These two fixed would make CM10 satisfactory for me.
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time frame? what time frame lol? but seriously, im on cm10 and gps works, it takes about 30 seconds to get a lock, but i can deal with that. i also dont have any battery issues, i even uninstalled juice defender. which cm are u on? im on dec 07 nightly, and all seems well. the only thing that seems to be missing is gallery settings

I am using 08 and battery js not good at all and maps can not pickup location.
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Altaman said:
I am using 08 and battery js not good at all and maps can not pickup location.
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try flashing dec 07 nightly see if that helps with the battery.
when i flashed cm10 i had the same problem with gps. go to settings - location access- and make sure its on, gps satellites and wifi/mobile network are checked . GPS source should be "use internal GPS". after that stay in settings and go to accounts- google-location settings- "let Google apps access your location" set to on. i hope this helps

CM10 12/5 >> gps gives big range for location, never locks
CM10 doesn't show gps icon, right..?

Battery is user dependent. We all use our phones differently. Battery might be good for me but poor for you.
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MoeisHere said:
go to settings - location access- and make sure its on, gps satellites and wifi/mobile network are checked . GPS source should be "use internal GPS". after that stay in settings and go to accounts- google-location settings- "let Google apps access your location" set to on. i hope this helps
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Works perfectly, thanks so much for your help.
Altaman
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i386W7 said:
CM10 12/5 >> gps gives big range for location, never locks
CM10 doesn't show gps icon, right..?
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yes it does. if ur not getting the icon u most likely arent getting a lock

For Battery use : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1798765
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MoeisHere said:
yes it does. if ur not getting the icon u most likely arent getting a lock
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Is there a way to fix it without flashing stock rom?._.

i386W7 said:
Is there a way to fix it without flashing stock rom?._.
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first u need to see if ur getting any kind of lock. open navigation app and search for a place. if its stuck on "searching for gps" ur not getting a lock.
try this:
go to settings - location access- and make sure its on, gps satellites and wifi/mobile network are checked . GPS source should be "use internal GPS". after that stay in settings and go to accounts- google-location settings- "let Google apps access your location" set to on. i hope this helps

you could try the steps in the sticky of this thread. if that doesnt work then resort to stock and get it fixed. it's a relatively quick process with mobile odin and everroot.

GPS issues

Hi! I have 3month old Tmobile Galaxy S4. Everything is great expect for GPS. My GPS wont lock on. When GPS refuse to lock on. I use an app called GPS Status & Toolbox. I use GPS Status to reset my GPS. Then I go back to Google Maps and GPS will lock on. After 3 or few days, GPS will stop working. I go to back to GPS STATUS app to reset the GPS. Then GPS will work again. Then repeat.
Is that software issue or hardware issue? I hate it when GPS stop working and I have to reset it.
And no, I don't have Yahoo Weather. Hope you have any tips or ideas. Thanks

I don't know for sure...but this screams "software issue" to me. Are you rooted?
If so I would suggest trying a different rom to see if the problem goes away
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Sounds like a time issue. GPS cannot function correctly without correct time. Maybe you have "network-update time and date" disabled? You maybe can also try a diff radio? Or reflash your existing one.
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Skipjacks said:
I don't know for sure...but this screams "software issue" to me. Are you rooted?
If so I would suggest trying a different rom to see if the problem goes away
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No. Its stock and never rooted. I was thinking of flashing CM 10.1 RC2.
I also check the time setting. Automatic date and time and Automatic time zone are checked.

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There are no posts in here about it, so am I the only one with issues? Signal loses lock about every 5 seconds, and bounces me all over the place in Google maps, and Navigon. I'm completely stock. I downloaded a gps app, and it's locking on to 12 or so satellites.
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n1gh7m4r3 said:
There are no posts in here about it, so am I the only one with issues? Signal loses lock about every 5 seconds, and bounces me all over the place in Google maps, and Navigon. I'm completely stock. I downloaded a gps app, and it's locking on to 12 or so satellites.
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i just use the one installed and it works fine. GPS works great as I use it for my cycling apps...spot on

Hmm thanks. I may have to get this one replaced, I use gps daily for my business.
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thinkjoey said:
i just use the one installed and it works fine. GPS works great as I use it for my cycling apps...spot on
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Just to clarify, what app is pre installed that you are using?
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n1gh7m4r3 said:
Just to clarify, what app is pre installed that you are using?
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the google maps - it has navigation built in

try to clear data and cache settings

just a "duh" note, make sure GPS is on and not just network location, I'm sure you all have but it never hurts to triple check also check your powersave mode, not sure if they may have an effect on it.

My gps is terrible too. Not sure why... Looking for a solution.
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Mine works perfectly with Waze and Trapster. Haven't tried with Google Maps Navigation though.
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Try using faster fix.. https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Double.FasterFix
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Try using gps status form the market
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I used TopNTP from the playstore and GPS status gets a lock in 2s every time. Before it would take 30 seconds
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aironite said:
I used TopNTP from the playstore and GPS status gets a lock in 2s every time. Before it would take 30 seconds
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Faster fix and top ntp do the same thing it changes the GPS server from a generic one to one to what part of the world you live in
Then use GPS status/GPS test to update agps. Bam good to go. As long as it's not a hardware problem
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(sorry for bad english )my gps having fixing problem also but its irratic ...may time its dosent locate any available settalite and many times its available but cant fix it....and its happens all theway and tried many gps fix softwares.......is it my antinna problem or hardware problem? i dont see any gps hardware problems issue on foums yet....so i am so confused where is the exact problem?

I have used both and Faster fix and top ntp on my rooted phone and neither one works to fix my GPS. Got to love T-Mobile.

ozzyzorda said:
I have used both and Faster fix and top ntp on my rooted phone and neither one works to fix my GPS. Got to love T-Mobile.
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Same here. I also tried bending the "leaf contacts" on the phone so the antenna makes a good connection.
My phone can see 25 satellites but it can't get a GPS lock, any ideas?

I have had serious problems with GPS on custom ROM's (among other issues). They would show the satellites, but it worked like garbage.
I did a full wipe, and ODIN'd to stock, and it's been great ever since then.
Have you tried making a nandroid, and doing a factory reset and full wipe, to see if it works well after? That should allow you to rule out if it's hardware related or software.