Before I upgraded to lollipop the weather applet location would not require a gps lock (which is not possible in my apartment) and would use approx methods (most likely towers since wifi/blue tooth are off).
After the upgrade it requires a gps lock (the setting is high precision which is required for the weather app); and if it is unable to obtain a gps lock the app won't update (this is for geolocation option; it works fine if you set a fix location).
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Is there a method to obtain the pre-lollipop behavior where the phone will use approx location if gps lock is not possible ?
jake21 said:
Before I upgraded to lollipop the weather applet location would not require a gps lock (which is not possible in my apartment) and would use approx methods (most likely towers since wifi/blue tooth are off).
After the upgrade it requires a gps lock (the setting is high precision which is required for the weather app); and if it is unable to obtain a gps lock the app won't update (this is for geolocation option; it works fine if you set a fix location).
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Is there a method to obtain the pre-lollipop behavior where the phone will use approx location if gps lock is not possible ?
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Got the same problem. Found any solution?
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Hi,
I have an unbranded UK TP2, ROM 1.19.401.1, Radio 3.46.25.30 (The latest ROM and the radio with the GPS fix) however I cannot get quick GPS to work.
On the surface quick GPS seems to work correcly, it will connect and download the required data, it will then show that data is valid for seven days, however it has no effect on the time to first fix from a cold start.
I have tried the following experement, hard reset and install only HTC GPS tool, (no tweaks). Then go outside to get a clear view of the whole sky. Then use HTC GPS tool to perform a Cold start. GPS lock takes 5 mins 40 sec without QGPS, Then exit GPS tool and update QGPS and perform GPS cold start again, again GPS fix then takes 5 min 30 sec.
Hot start performance is fine, sub 10 second and warm start is also satisfactory 30 sec(ish)
Does Quick GPS make any difference to a cold start for anyone else? (after all it main purpose is to speed up cold starts.)
Cheers
Tom
When i looked at the reg settings for GPS, A-GPS is disabled by default so quickgps data isnt used - my ROM is same as yours.
ag_woodward said:
When i looked at the reg settings for GPS, A-GPS is disabled by default so quickgps data isnt used - my ROM is same as yours.
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Quick GPS is different to A-GPS, I agree A-GPS is disabled by default in the ROM (it also has a dummy ip address in the settings so would never work if enabled). However Quick GPS is a separate entity, it seems like the GPS driver is not utilising the ephemeris data from the xtra.bin file downloaded by the QuickGPS app.
Can anyone confirm that Quick GPS is working on their TP2 (Cold start only)
Cheers
Tom
ag_woodward said:
When i looked at the reg settings for GPS, A-GPS is disabled by default so quickgps data isnt used - my ROM is same as yours.
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That's rather scary. Is there any way to get A-GPS to actually work?
Although I see what you mean about it's scary, I really dont experience any lengthy delays in getting a fix, even on a poor weather day I get a fix in around 1 min (never timed it but I am impatient so it would be obvious )
I use Copilot - which I must say v8 is a bargain compared with other offerings.
The only irritation I do have with HTC is their inability to get rid of the GPS lag....so sick of trying things but you learn to live with it - specially as the new BT stack prevents connection to external GPS receivers (they can be paired but CP7 and TOMTOM7 wouldn't communicate with them). 1 step forward, 2 back!
Hi guys. I'm a newbie in the Windows Mobile world.
Is there an app that allows CellID to be collected by the MsAPI GPS Intermediate Driver? This would surely reduce the locking time of GPS device and even provide a quick instant Facebook Places using Dorothy browser which unlike Android browser which uses hard gps fix.
I found and tried the GPS Mod Driver which suppose to doing this. However, the CellID does not seems to updates even when I updates it. This means that my location was stuck at location A even when I'm in other location.
The CellID is revealed by opening a session to the RIL and calling RIL_GetCellTowerInfo(). The structure returned only has the ID of the Cell Tower in it, not its location.
A secondary lookup has to be performed to translate this into an actual Lat-Long location. Most CellID lookup web services are paid for subscriptions or restricted in their scope.
The Siglog application in the signature below, will display the cell ID, but it does not translate across to the location. That comes out of the GPS driver.
Also, there is nothing in the MS Intermediate GPS driver that lets you supply it with a previously obtained location. You just open it, and then wait for a location changed event, when it gets a usable satellite lock.
Hi alexysc88. I've been using gpsmod for quite a while now on my blackstone, and I've used it across several ROMS without a problem. In fact, I use it the way you describe your needs. XDAFacebook picks up my lat/long almost instantly when I use the check-in feature, same with pocket twit.
I think you don't get the same results that I do because gpsmod doesn't really work immediately (at least not accurately) after installing. After a fresh install, I disable HTC's built-in location service, and set gpsmod to replace it. Then when I go travelling around, I enable my GPS app. I "enable internet data" when I know I'll have consistent 3G signal, otherwise I disable it, but then I manually "update" gpsmod at the end of each day or when I have fast Wifi available. Eventually, gpsmod will return my lat/lon as soon as any gps app with increasing accuracy over time.
This doesn't mean that it is able to switch to cell tower location info when it can't pick up a GPS signal. gpsmod only uses cell tower location initially, then hands-off to the GPS radio after a second or two.
I hope this helps.
The xperia play is a UK SIM free version running 2.3.4 - and is being used in Greece with a Greek SIM card (phone bought from the UK as is half the price).
My main interest is in achieving a GPS lock with no data (wi-fi nor mobile data). Although I have a data plan here I avoid using data whilst roaming due the preposterously high charge. I am using Copilot live premium for navigation.
GPS lock is quick, ranging from less than 10 seconds to 20 seconds or so and is accurate.
However, a short time after achieving the lock it loses it. It then regains a lock (taking 20 seconds or so), but after a short time loses this again. This process carries on and on, rendering the GPS useless as turns are missed.
I have installed GPS status - cleared AGPS data - set it to never download AGPS. But this makes no difference. GPS status also loses its lock (and then regains it etc) as Copilot does. I have tried clearing maps cache, weather cache - but to no avail.
Although to be 100% sure I need to test this more, but I have noticed that if I allow a mobile data connection the GPS then works reliably. But that is what I am trying to avoid - the enabling of data.
It also works reliably when I use an external bluetooth GPS receiver, as you would expect. This is the only way I use it now when I know that I will need to rely on it. But obviously it is a bind having to remember to carry the bt receiver with the phone.
I have researched this for hours and have read threads that mention editing the gps.conf file, but again the changes relate to using different servers which means data useage…..
I suspect that the GPS functions correctly, but then some other process –be it Android native or installed by me – starts to interfere with it.
My questions are:
1. Why can I not use the GPS reliably with data disabled – even with a stand alone app like Copilot?
2. Is it even possible to use Android GPS functionality without data? (like I have been for years with symbian Nokia handsets where you disable the network GPS assistance and then simply wait longer for a lock).
Having read through the Copilot forums it is clear that this problem is affecting a large number of users. It seems that the GPS function on Gingerbread 2.3.4 is not working properly with Copilot Live premium. Naturally users are fuming there, but I'm not convinced that the problem is Copilot related.
With my bluetooth GPS receiver the Copilot navigation works perfectly. But the same lock loss/regain/loss problem is exhibited by GPS status when using internal GPS receivers.
After further testing it seems that if I allow mobile data, Copilot then works perfectly using the internal GPS.
It would seem to me that GPS functionality on Gingerbread 2.3.4 (on the Xperia Play at least) has a problem if a mobile data connection is not allowed - which points to there being an issue with the GPS being able to function without AGPS data.
I have tried using GPS status to download AGPS data, but when you activate Copilot there is immediate data transfer - even if you have only just switched it off and then back on again.
I am completely new to Android, therefore would appreciate any information or experiences from other users attempting to use GPS without allowing mobile data.
I used to have my weather set via geolocation but ever since my phone got wet, it's had problems finding my location (gps works still.) Maybe it's accuweather?
Ascertion said:
I used to have my weather set via geolocation but ever since my phone got wet, it's had problems finding my location (gps works still.) Maybe it's accuweather?
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GPS does require a physical receiver to pick up the signal and translate it into software data the apps use for geolocation.
SO if your GPS receiver is working, and its accurate then the geolocating features should technically work.
But when you add water to the mix, then anything is possible.
Hi everyone,
I have a bothersome problem with my Galaxy s9, exactly:
1. GPS turns on but the range of my position is very inaccurately
2. Doesn't work tracking system in phone - Maps GPS not working
- in Maps show only the position in which I started the program but does not track despite the movement
- using LTE or WI-FI does not help
3. The phone was reset to factory settings many times and any non-invasive other methods available from Google were also I used
- GPS Test APK does not detect satellites correctly.
Apparently some module / chip has broken. Could someone please write me what I need to replace, please?
Is one element or the entire motherboard?
Thanks!