Hi, my gps does not seem to work on cognition 1.51 rom. when i try to find my location in google maps i just get the message 'your current location is temporary unavailable'
It has been working on previous versions of the rom and my data and wifi connections are working fully i believe. Has anyone else had the same issue who can help me resolve this problem.
Thanks in advance
Nope works for me .
Suggest backup data factory reset rom.
Or reflash Cognition in case of a bad flash .
jje
Ok first:
settings>>Location and security>>
Use wirelles networks (mark)
Use GPS satellites (mark)
I tried re-flashing that didnt help.
"Use wirelles networks (mark) Use GPS satellites (mark)" This enables me to pinpoint my location. But is this not just using the the mobile and wifi networks rather than the gps. If only gps is selected the it cant find my location again.
You can try the old trick turn GPS on .
Leave with a clear view of the sky for half an hour .
GPS tool from market may also help.
http://www.appbrain.com/app/gps-status-toolbox/com.eclipsim.gpsstatus2
http://www.appbrain.com/app/gps-test/com.chartcross.gpstest
jje
Managed to get it working, I used gpstest as recommended. I just left the gps running and after about 10mins the phone decided it wanted to connect to the satelites, Now it connects to them pretty much straight away.
Thank all for your help
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Hey guys,
Here's a quick rundown of my situation: I've had my GPS connector replaced per the instructions in the "Correct Hardware Fix" thread. I've been running tests using both the integrated gps test menu and the Chartcross gps test app.
For starters, I've found something quite curious about the Chartcross app. Despite the fact that I have "Use Wireless Networks" disabled in location & security settings, the Chartcross app does appear to use network assisted gps.
Chartcross Tests
Test 1: Place phone in airplane mode, restart, run test. Finds 3-5 sats, maybe connects, takes forever nevertheless. In other words, sucks.
Test 2: Re-enable wireless data. Restart. Run test again. Immediately sees 13 sats, connects to 7 fairly quickly (inside even). Again, this is despite having "Use wireless" unchecked.
My GPS is obviously working (and working well), so why the hell will it not connect while data is off? I'm totally stumped...any advice would be much appreciated.
P.S. I've tried Nero v5 (awesome, by the way) and stock 2.2. Pretty sure my phone is a July 2010 model, if that helps.
I had some slow connect issues with Nero v5 as well. I got mine resolved by flashing a newer (KA7) modem.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=868774
I'm getting awful gps with the ka7 modem. How was your gps before hardware fix?
Get a clue people, read the Vibrant advertisement. The Vibrant has GPS assist NOT GPS. That means without the Cellular connection just relying on the Sats for the connection, the GPS will be sucky and slow, but it will work without the Cell/wireless signal.
i am using KA7 and i am getting 11-14 in view and 5-7 lock, fast locate.
Without Cell signal i get 5-8 view and 3-5 lock takes 45sec-1min
But this could because of where i am and most likely why people have different performance of the GPS
oka1 said:
Get a clue people, read the Vibrant advertisement. The Vibrant has GPS assist NOT GPS. That means without the Cellular connection just relying on the Sats for the connection, the GPS will be sucky and slow, but it will work without the Cell/wireless signal.
i am using KA7 and i am getting 11-14 in view and 5-7 lock, fast locate.
Without Cell signal i get 5-8 view and 3-5 lock takes 45sec-1min
But this could because of where i am and most likely why people have different performance of the GPS
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Sorry man, I didn't realize the distinction.
So let me get this straight:
An assisted GPS uses some sort of wireless data regardless of whether or not the "Use Wireless Networks" box is checked in Android settings?
GET A CLUE PEOPLE! lol
ferhanmm said:
GET A CLUE PEOPLE! lol
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Yeah...
Hi all! Is anyone having problem with the GPS? Mine is taking ages (if at all) to lock in on my location. Only Google Maps was able to lock in on my location within a few seconds, but other apps are taking forever to find my GPS location. I tried GPS Status and the waiting circle keeps on circling forever! Is there a fix for this?
Only GPS fix for SGS2 i am aware of is fasterfix and that only changes the NTP time server to a more local one .
jje
Thanks, JJ, you're a great help on this board I figured that it was my firewall which was restricting network access of the apps so they were not able to find out my location. The apps use a combination of GPS & cell/wifi network to lock the location, so I just gave them access and they started working.
Installed Fasterfix too, it's a useful tool.
Cheers!
Hi,
I have this wired issue with my i9100, that when I turn on the GPS, the data connection/3g is autmatically turned off! They will not stay on at the same time nomather what I do.
Espcially frustrating when using google maps function, as when the GPS turns on to locate your position, I can not search up any places since there is not data connection. Impossible to use for navigation etc, and when you move/zoom on the map the phone cant download the new correct map since there is no data connection:S
I'm currently using KJ3 firmware, with KI1 modem, But have been having the same issue with the earlier KI4 firmware.
Any suggestions?
diskey said:
Hi,
I have this wired issue with my i9100, that when I turn on the GPS, the data connection/3g is autmatically turned off! They will not stay on at the same time nomather what I do.
Espcially frustrating when using google maps function, as when the GPS turns on to locate your position, I can not search up any places since there is not data connection. Impossible to use for navigation etc, and when you move/zoom on the map the phone cant download the new correct map since there is no data connection:S
I'm currently using KJ3 firmware, with KI1 modem, But have been having the same issue with the earlier KI4 firmware.
Any suggestions?
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Does it work with GPS and wifi on?
Have you already tried another navigation app, or is it only in Google maps?
If only Google maps, then try to clear app data and/or uninstall app and re-install it again.
If this issue is only for GPS and mobile data connection (3G/HSDPA) and not app-specific, then it could be a hardware problem.
I am running on stock XWKJ3 ROM (XXKI3 modem) and have no issues for GPS and mobile data connection.
Are you still on warranty?
Good luck !
Hi,
I'm just wondering why my GPS doesn't work without internet connection. It just can't connect to any sattelite. I'm currently using PFGPS v2.0 FIX for my country (Poland) and I don't see any changes. What is wrong?
It requires Internet to load the maps
Can I load maps now to use GPS without internet connection if I'm not in wifi area?
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Can I load maps now to use GPS without internet connection if I'm not in wifi area?
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how can you load maps without internet connection ??
I'm at home now so I can do it cause I have wifi here :/
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I'm at home now so I can do it cause I have wifi here :/
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so you have wifi that means you are connected to the internet!!!
for GPS it can only find your position but can't display your location on a map without an internet connection so GPS needs one.
I will wait for answer from another person. Thank you.
There is an application on the market(related to sports/tracking) that allows you to download a portion of a map and then you can use your GPS offline(no data connection). When I get home I will look for it(I have it on my tablet).
Correct me if I am wrong but Brajano95 means that is it possible to load the maps on his wifi connection and keep then saved when he is out and about to allow the gps to connect. You used to be able to do this in the google labs section on google maps but they've since taken it away unless you look for an older version. Otherwise have a look for third party map app on the android market which allows downloading of map data to the phone
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Correct me if I am wrong but Brajano95 means that is it possible to load the maps on his wifi connection and keep then saved when he is out and about to allow the gps to connect. You used to be able to do this in the google labs section on google maps but they've since taken it away unless you look for an older version. Otherwise have a look for third party map app on the android market which allows downloading of map data to the phone
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Thats exactly what I'm talking about! Now I'm downloading Sygic Aura (about 550 mb) and will test it later.
Because GPS and Maps on CM7 suck balls at best. Maps is using your I.P. for the GPS coordinates when on WIFI, without it Maps is counting on a reliable signal from your GPS; and that's just not going to happen with CM7.
Sent from my GT-S5830 using xda premium
You can use iGo My Way
I know a fair bit about the GPS module in the Ace so i will comment. I think someone has already told you that it is possible to operate the Ace with preloaded maps. Likewise, i thought that the OP's choice of Sygic Navigation is a fair one.
Back to the original question in the title. GPS can operate with or without internet be it wifi or data e.g. 3G/2G. The difference is how fast you can obtain a GPS lock. Without using any positioning help from data connectivity, you are looking at a lock time of possibly 15 minutes thereabout.
There are 4 modes of operation possible for the GPS module in the Ace which is actually Qualcomm's GpsONE.
1.) Standalone (Slowest using positioning information in cache and smart polling)
2.) MS-Based (Sends data to nearby cell tower(s) and makes use of GPS transceivers in the cell tower(s)
3.) MS-Assisted (Similar to MS-Based BUT data connectivity is broken when GPS transceiver is online. I don't quite like that!)
4.) MS-Based/Hybrid (You need to have superb data connectivity probably cell tower signal strength should be in the -50dBm region. Not very useful in real life usage)
i have had my own thread for fixing GPS, so read up if you want to know more here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1320626
first you need the maps to use it offline, and the correct gps.conf for your location http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1284506, then you can use it without internet
Mapdroyd is a great app that allows you to download maps for offline use. Unfortunately there isn't offline navigation though..
Hi,
I've solved my problem, just install Sygic! Thanks for helping guys
btw u dont need too install anything.. go to google labs inside maps and add map cache.. now long press a location on map.. click the arrow on the address and u ll see an option to cache that area.. the steps may not be accurate as i tried it a long time back and dont have my phone with me but its possible and what u have to do will be more or less the same...
Hello,
Can someone please help me on how resolve a problem with my gps on my IMAN victor smartphone.
When I bought the phone, there was no problems with the gps, it worked perfectly fine.
I am not sure what happened but when I go to use google maps or waze it locates the gps satellites then it loses signal and then it keeps looking for gps signal, locates it and than drops signal.
I downloaded gps status and run the features in this app, but no change in either of the apps.
I did a factory install but still no change.
Can someone help any advise would be very much appreciated.
It is running android 6.0 . The device is not rooted.