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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?!
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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.
IM RUNNING CALKS latest and greatest btw... Most all fixes get a fast lock, or at least a lock after a reboot. The REAL test is:will it still get a lock after, lets say, 8hrs? This is the only "fix" that has truly passed that test... Try it, and you will agree I like to open gps status and get a lock on satelites before i use my gps too, if that makes any difference.
This zip, plus GPS status works the best. Wipe dalvik and cache then flash away....
Best way to check is use GPS to get first lock and directions.... if that's good, then try to do the same thing a few hours later BEFORE A REBOOT.... works like a charm.... I finally think this one works guys... check this out: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13140032&postcount=17953
What problem is this fixing?
I have been using GPS Status for a long time. I would do the same on my Epic...open GPS Status, let it lock then Maps and Telenav had much better and quicker lock. I wasn't aware of those area fixes though. Telenav has been flawless on this phone for me around L.A. but I will definitely see what they're about. Thanks
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GPS
Bielinsk said:
What problem is this fixing?
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A good number of unlucky people like me were experiencing SHAKY GPS.
This is fixing my gps not working at all... Sometimes it would work off of several reboots.Same for my gf's et4g. i was tempted to exchange it for another et4g. I've had my phone since day 1, and gps has never worked consistenly.. Now it works flawlessly! Thanks again Angeldeath!!
##GPSCLRX# + MSL will reset your gps, a lot less of a pain too if your having problems getting a fix.
i think the gps is very weak. i can never get a lock in my basement while my evos never had a problem. when im outside, my e4gt will get a lock eventually.
tried all kinda of fixes none work. though i think i must have borked it somehow. maybe a complete reformat will fix it but dont wanna do that any time soon
JohnCorleone said:
open GPS Status, let it lock then Maps and Telenav had much better and quicker lock.
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Now, do I need to do this every time I need to use Maps or Telenav? Is there no slightly more permanent fix?
I got 10/10 locked inside within 3 meters. Very nice. Thanks
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My stock gps locks prefect. But for location weather apps like fancy widget and minimalistic text show the wrong location. Will this help? Or does it only help with location locking? My maps and nav work prefect though
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locoboi187 said:
My stock gps locks prefect. But for location weather apps like fancy widget and minimalistic text show the wrong location. Will this help? Or does it only help with location locking? My maps and nav work prefect though
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If it ain't broke, don't fix it!
Anyone else try this to confirm a fix and do you need to be rooted?
Sent from my SSGSIIE4GTuvwxyz!.....Should I touch my nose or walk a straight line now?
ebuechler3 said:
i live in iowa so i used the US-Mid-East zip from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=953630
Depending on where you live should determine which zip you should download. And if you travel all over the u.s., just use the north american zip.(i recommend using the zip for the actual area that you live in)... Next, flash from recovery, then install GPS Status & Toolbox from the market.Turn on gps, open up gps status & toolbox, and select menu/settings/Display & Tools.. Then check "Show time to Gps fix"...keep gps status & toolbox open till sats are fixed..DONE. NOW I get immediate locks!!!
Anytime you reboot or power off, you have to open GPS Status to fix sats... THANKYOU ANGELDEATH and Xenova FOR THIS WONDERFUL GPS FIX THAT ACTUALLY WORKS FOR OUR PHONES!!!
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Another Iowa Native! Me 2, whereabouts?
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Lol there's a Florida specific zip? I didn't know we were that ****ed.
this fix doesn't work
my phone was good until last week, now navigation never works, GPS takes 30-90 seconds to get a location within a few meters of me.
i've been trying everything, as many have been, and this fix only works for the first minute after using gps status. if i wait an hour and check maps again, i have to reset and re-download to get sats again and it still doesn't always work.
at this point i'm mildly convinced it's a hardware issue. unless a new driver is found, i'm going to try to get an exchange soon.
Edit:
Going back to square one (so far) has been a good fix - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351761
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Nope, going back to pure stock works as temporary as flashing regional GPS sats or clearing GPS cache
pyrostic said:
Another Iowa Native! Me 2, whereabouts?
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des moines
FINALLY!!!
elingreen said:
my phone was good until last week, now navigation never works, GPS takes 30-90 seconds to get a location within a few meters of me.
i've been trying everything, as many have been, and this fix only works for the first minute after using gps status. if i wait an hour and check maps again, i have to reset and re-download to get sats again and it still doesn't always work.
at this point i'm mildly convinced it's a hardware issue. unless a new driver is found, i'm going to try to get an exchange soon.
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Going back to square one (so far) has been a good fix - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351761
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Nope, going back to pure stock works as temporary as flashing regional GPS sats or clearing GPS cache
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i counted my chickens before they hatched, because i had the same problem as you. But look what i found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1100114&page=220
This gps.config below works for our phones and actually fixes OUR problem.. it doesnt require constant reboots or anything... i also use gps status and toolbox.... just replace your gps.conf using root explorer and you are good to go. its in the /etc folder... dont forget to take off the .txt before you replace the gps.conf
Awesome! beweather now gets a lock inside my house instead of constantly searching
Originally Posted by elingreen
my phone was good until last week, now navigation never works, GPS takes 30-90 seconds to get a location within a few meters of me.
i've been trying everything, as many have been, and this fix only works for the first minute after using gps status. if i wait an hour and check maps again, i have to reset and re-download to get sats again and it still doesn't always work.
at this point i'm mildly convinced it's a hardware issue. unless a new driver is found, i'm going to try to get an exchange soon.
Edit:
Going back to square one (so far) has been a good fix - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351761
Edit 2:
Nope, going back to pure stock works as temporary as flashing regional GPS sats or clearing GPS cache
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i counted my chickens before they hatched, because i had the same problem as you. But look what i found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1100114&page=220
This gps.config below works for our phones and actually fixes OUR problem.. it doesnt require constant reboots or anything... i also use gps status and toolbox.... just replace your gps.conf using root explorer and you are good to go. its in the /etc folder... dont forget to take off the .txt before you replace the gps.conf
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Thanks! Im in the car and pulled up Google maps. My GPS didn't lock on. I used your file, rebooted and launched maps again. It locked on within seconds. Before the file change it wasn't locking while moving in the car even after a few minutes.
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locoboi187 said:
My stock gps locks prefect. But for location weather apps like fancy widget and minimalistic text show the wrong location. Will this help? Or does it only help with location locking? My maps and nav work prefect though
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Some of those weather apps use the network location, not gps, and some display the nearest weather reporting station instead of your exact location. It all depends where the apps get its information from.
Beautiful widgets reported Dudley as location, the town next to me, probably using that tower. Weather Bug reports popular bluff airport, 25 miles away.
Why is thw Xtra download flag disabled? What is Xtra download?
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I downloaded fake gps on my a100 and set myself to monaco for a laugh....
big oops that was, now i can't get back home...
When I connect to mobile 3g or anyother wifi, the gps is fine, but at home on my hub, it allways sets me to monaco.... (wish i did live there!!!!)
I've deleted fake gps, and reset my hub.. nothing works. It must be linked to my wifi at home but how can I get it working again......
Thanks in advance....
Try this: go to settings > developer options > uncheck allow mock locations.
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Done that. Even done a reset agps state.... nothing.... only reports wrong GPS state when at home..... annoying more than anything
On the market it says to disable the use wireless networks option in loction settings to avoid the issue you are having. Have you tried that?
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Tried that, no joy. (or very very slow). Fake GPS obviously set something somewhere that needs to be reset. Grrrrrrr. Wifi GPS all ways worked fine before.... not a major problem this, just a tad annoying ....
Are you rooted? You could try deleting the files in data/GPS/...make a backup first of course
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I am rooted. Cleared out /data/GPS and made no difference... still in Monaco.. ermmmm weird..
filking said:
I am rooted. Cleared out /data/GPS and made no difference... still in Monaco.. ermmmm weird..
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Try an app called faster fix, and reset your GPS pool it may trigger a re center on your location.
Tapatalked from my Galaxy S II.
Downloaded and run. Selected UK and hit go. Message at bottom says failure, please try again'
Try deleting your home wifi, rebooting, and re- adding your home wifi. It has to be something associated with your home wifi, since it works OK everywhere else. If that don't work, email the app dev.
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I looked at the app in play store to get email address and noticed they have now put a warning on the description to make sure you disable use wifi for GPS before running to avoid problems.
Grrrrrr if only they had put that before I'd run it... others beware.
I have emailed them and will post reply.
Cheers anyway all.
Got it sorted. Original dev of app didn't help at all, just said look in forums....idiot.
I reset router, turned off wifi GPS and left tablet for 2 hours getting a GPS signal. I then turned on wifi and it worked..... oh well... cheers for help
Could somebody give me a link to or send me the GPS directory files. I will try deleting mine and copy the working once.
My GPS is still dead...not even a single sat after hours. I have tried the patch No2 now I am going to try the No1 Patch.
Hey filking - I had the same trouble as you with fake GPS and I've tried all the recommended steps you mentioned but to no avail.
Do you mind listing them out step by step what you did so I can make sure I'm doing the right fix?
Many thanks
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?
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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.
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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....
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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
from the playstore
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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.
Thanks
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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@drakeymcmb
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.