It can get my location but never locks on. Its always like 100 meter range or so. Can't do turn by turn nav. And it can't really find me while driving. GPS lock apps never lock on but it does see satelittes. What can I do to get it to lock again. I see this on cm or touchwiz/stock ROMs. Please and thank you
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I recommend getting from the play store GPS STATUS & TOOLBOX then after running the app go to the menu and select "Manage A-GPS state". It will wipe all cache gps data and download assistant data to speed up your gps lock. It has help my gps issues across various phones and ROMs. Well worth the price if you want to get the pro version.
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I recommend getting from the play store GPS STATUS & TOOLBOX then after running the app go to the menu and select "Manage A-GPS state". It will wipe all cache gps data and download assistant data to speed up your gps lock. It has help my gps issues across various phones and ROMs. Well worth the price if you want to get the pro version.
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ive tried every gps fix/lock app i could find. none of them work.
i am going to try flashing back to stock through odin and running a sensor test to make sure the hardware is even working correctly.
which rom are you on?
if you are on 7.1, there is a gps fix you will need to flash in recovery.
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I found this on a darky rom thread it works do it! I've done did it lol
http://www.darkyrom.com/community/index.php?threads/guide-gps-quickest-fix-solution.2022/
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This is the best GPS fix I've seen, Thanks!!!!
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This is the best GPS fix I've seen, Thanks!!!!
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Infused helping infuses brosky! Np
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I am unable to get the GPS to lock on ANY Gingerbread ROM and I have tried at least 5 of them.
On GB I will pick up anywhere from 2 to 5 sats and not lock on any. As soon as I go back to FROYO I pick up 11 or 12 sats and lock on most all of them.
This is driving me nuts. I have tried every single trick I could find posted online but can never get the GPS to work in GB, only FROYO.
So did you try this fix??
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Like I said: "I have tried every single trick I could find posted online but can never get the GPS to work in GB, only FROYO."
So, following that logic, since I found this posted online, I tried it.
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Like I said: "I have tried every single trick I could find posted online but can never get the GPS to work in GB, only FROYO."
So, following that logic, since I found this posted online, I tried it.
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You have to reboot and then clear GPS from apps and then go into.lbs mode
In basement of my house on Ginger bread infused 2.1
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You have to reboot and then clear GPS from apps and then go into.lbs mode
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You lost me there. First of all the link you posted doesn't mention anything about doing anything else other than changing the GPS.CONF.
Despite that, from doing this so many times I was aware of that, so after changing the CONF file I rebooted, then I cleared GPS DATA, then I cleared and downloaded GPS A-DATA.
Then what do I do in LBS mode that I haven't already done in angry gps? Isn't ANGRY.GPS basically the same as LBS mode?
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So how does that screen print help me? I don't doubt that others can get it to work, the problem is, I can't!
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You lost me there. First of all the link you posted doesn't mention anything about doing anything else other than changing the GPS.CONF.
Despite that, from doing this so many times I was aware of that, so after changing the CONF file I rebooted, then I cleared GPS DATA, then I cleared and downloaded GPS A-DATA.
Then what do I do in LBS mode that I haven't already done in angry gps? Isn't ANGRY.GPS basically the same as LBS mode?
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First lbs mode is angry GPS but it tests the program go into settings in angry GPS and make sure its on auto configuration not manual as well if it don't word for ya I.dunno.my works great buddy so do.alot of others I'm at a loss for ya maybe gb. Not made for ya? I dunno each phone is different
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So how does that screen print help me? I don't doubt that others can get it to work, the problem is, I can't!
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I'm not going to argue with ya man if it don't work it don't work that was just proof how fast it locks in my basement lol. I've posted what I can to help so I.dunno
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I'm not going to argue with ya man if it don't work it don't work that was just proof how fast it locks in my basement lol. I've posted what I can to help so I.dunno
The screen print was for everyone not just you. I'm.sorry your GPS is not cooperating
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You lost me there. First of all the link you posted doesn't mention anything about doing anything else other than changing the GPS.CONF.
Despite that, from doing this so many times I was aware of that, so after changing the CONF file I rebooted, then I cleared GPS DATA, then I cleared and downloaded GPS A-DATA.
Then what do I do in LBS mode that I haven't already done in angry gps? Isn't ANGRY.GPS basically the same as LBS mode?
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And what is GPS data a? You can't run any.other GPS fix apps or it'll block configuration from working.
Follow the configuration instructions,don't have any other GPS fix apps installed.then reboot after you back other GPS file up and put new configuration file in, after you reboot go into settings, applications and clear GPS data. Then go into lbs mode into supl settings and make sure its on auto config. Then run lbs test until it locks. That's best I got bro that's what fixed mine and four of my friends and some on here as well. Like I said alleluia phones are different. Good luck and best wishes
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And what is GPS data a? You can't run any.other GPS fix apps or it'll block configuration from working.
Follow the configuration instructions,don't have any other GPS fix apps installed.then reboot after you back other GPS file up and put new configuration file in, after you reboot go into settings, applications and clear GPS data. Then go into lbs mode into supl settings and make sure its on auto config. Then run lbs test until it locks. That's best I got bro that's what fixed mine and four of my friends and some on here as well. Like I said alleluia phones are different. Good luck and best wishes
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exactly... I believe if one is running the gps status app and clearing gps data, and then downloading the new files...it is overwriting what you just did with the fix you posted.
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exactly... I believe if one is running the gps status app and clearing gps data, and then downloading the new files...it is overwriting what you just did with the fix you posted.
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Yep I recommend to just put the GPS configuration files in and then do the rest. Easiest way.
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exactly... I believe if one is running the gps status app and clearing gps data, and then downloading the new files...it is overwriting what you just did with the fix you posted.
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Absolutely not. The "fix" only replaces the GPS.CONF. If you look at GPS.CONF in a text editor and remove all the notation("#") lines it is virtually identical to all the other "GPS FIX" attempts out there.
GPS.CONF file remains the same no matter what you do with the A-DATA (I have looked at the file and settings after clearing the A-DATA. The A-DATA (assisted GPS data) is what is downloaded from the web periodically to put your GPS in a "general area" so it will fix quicker. That is the same thing that is cleared when you use angry-gps. Believe me, I have tried it without doing that and with doing that with the same results.
This "fix" works great in Froyo as do the umpteen others out there. When I use it in Froyo my GPS locks super fast but for whatever reason there is some problem with my phone, GPS and GingerBread.
I'm going to order another Infuse just for the heck of it and see if has the same problem. That way I can put them side-by-side. Just the fact there are so many "GPS fixes and hacks" for Samsung phones out there says something in itself.
Well, I got it working.
I went back to the "stock" GPS.CONF that was in the Serindipity VII ROM and loaded GPSTEST. I set it on a chair in front of my house. After about 45-50 minutes it finally "found aka in-view" 12 sats and locked on 8,
One it "finds" sats (not locks, just finds) it will remember those 12 or whatever number of sats until or unless you "reset GPS A-DATA" or "clear data" with angry GPS. When I do that I have to go through the wait again. Even in my basement it now always shows those 12 sats as "IN VIEW" when obviously they are not What is "In View" is probably the cached A-DATA info because if you clear that they are gone. The "faster lock" is created because the GPS "knows" what specific sats to eventually lock on. As long as I don't delete the data again, or travel 1000 miles from here, I should have no problem.
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Well, I got it working.
I went back to the "stock" GPS.CONF that was in the Serindipity VII ROM and loaded GPSTEST. I set it on a chair in front of my house. After about 45-50 minutes it finally "found aka in-view" 12 sats and locked on 8,
One it "finds" sats (not locks, just finds) it will remember those 12 or whatever number of sats until or unless you "reset GPS A-DATA" or "clear data" with angry GPS. When I do that I have to go through the wait again. Even in my basement it now always shows those 12 sats as "IN VIEW" when obviously they are not What is "In View" is probably the cached A-DATA info because if you clear that they are gone. The "faster lock" is created because the GPS "knows" what specific sats to eventually lock on. As long as I don't delete the data again, or travel 1000 miles from here, I should have no problem.
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Good buddy I'm glad
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Good buddy I'm glad
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Me too. However these GPS issues across all Samsung phones models have pretty much turned me off to this brand.
Just got OTA update to 4.0.4. Was using 4.0.3 previously. After updating, my GPS has stopped working. When using google maps or navigation, it keeps saying searching for GPS constantly.
I have cleared the davlik cache once and reset data and cache for maps and latitude etc. Will a factory reset help? Please give suggestions. Thanks.
Is your phone rooted? Then try to edit your gps.conf (can be done with apps like FasterGPS or FasterFix). That will help the a-GPS by locating via mobile network and/or WLAN. For that, you also need to enable Google's location service.
Without that assistance your GPS fix takes longer.
My phone is not rooted. I can root it, but is there a way to solve the gps issue without it? It worked fine before the 4.0.4 update. Thank you for the suggestions sir.
But you have already activated Google's location service? Then you should at least be able to get a coarse location.
Also, make sure that the device has free sight to the sky! If I remember correctly, sometimes it might help, to remove the battery cover for a faster fix. Perhaps you try this first.
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But you have already activated Google's location service? Then you should at least be able to get a coarse location.
Also, make sure that the device has free sight to the sky! If I remember correctly, sometimes it might help, to remove the battery cover for a faster fix. Perhaps you try this first.
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Coarse location is available man but without GPS navigation doesnt work.
Okay, I just wanted to know to exclude a very long fix because of missing assistance for GPS...
I would try to deactivate google location service, remove the back cover and wait outside for some time to get a fix.
If the phone still gets no GPS, you can try to reflash 4.0.4 without wiping before doing a factory reset. Most stuff related to GPS should be in the system partition that isn't touched by factory reset (only data and USB storage).
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Okay, I just wanted to know to exclude a very long fix because of missing assistance for GPS...
I would try to deactivate google location service, remove the back cover and wait outside for some time to get a fix.
If the phone still gets no GPS, you can try to reflash 4.0.4 without wiping before doing a factory reset. Most stuff related to GPS should be in the system partition that isn't touched by factory reset (only data and USB storage).
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Ill try that. Thanks man.
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This happened to me before.
This happened to me once, it turns out, my ex installed a spyware app, to find my location and read my text messages and call logs. Lol
I read a while back that there was something that can help your phone lock on to GPS faster. Recently I have been having issues locking on to GPS without restarting my phone. When I restart it, it picks up GPS right away. But if the phone has been running for a few days it always says "searching for GPS" in Maps. Is there something I can flash to make it lock on quicker? So I dont have to restart my phone when I want to use GPS or Maps/Navigation? It has always done this on whatever ROM I flash.
I don't know if it will help with your situation or not but I use an app called GPS Test. Tons of useful info and such. Also allows updating of agps data. My GPS seems to lock quickly
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chartcross.gpstest
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GPS test didnt do anything. I thought there was something that was posted that you could flash that would make it lock on faster? But I cant find it now. I always have to restart my phone to get driving directions in Navigation. But the thread did have to do with a-gps. i just cant find it...
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GPS test didnt do anything. I thought there was something that was posted that you could flash that would make it lock on faster? But I cant find it now. I always have to restart my phone to get driving directions in Navigation. But the thread did have to do with a-gps. i just cant find it...
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There's a patch for HTC devices that uses an alternate data source for AGPS data. It *might* work on this phone-- I don't know why it wouldn't. Perhaps that's what you read.
Also, the updated Play store fixed an AGPS lock issue with HTC devices. Again, it appears this is only an HTC fix, but it could be what you came across elsewhere and are referencing above.
I haven't used "GPS Test", but there are two different apps named "GPS Status" in the play market. Both allow for AGPS location data to be refreshed, and produced satisfactory results on my HTC Sensation. They appear to be device agnostic, and would be worth a try. I went from a maximum fix of 4-6 satellites on my Sensation up to 12-15 satellites (under ideal circumstances).
Wifi and bluetooth can also cause occasional fix issues-- make sure both are turned off. I get massive GPS lock problems with Wifi turned on-- not so much with bluetooth.
I know this is a old thread but I thought it would be useful if I would share this. It was a fix for the Hercules but since its like our big brother (lol) I think it should work for our here blaze..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9923176
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I think the OP is talking about the AGPS Lock. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2016611
Is anyone having issues with the latest version of Maps? I can't get a gps fix with this version. I have tried wiping cache/dalvik.
GPS sees satellites but cannot get a fix, when I uninstall 8.0 and revert to 7.4 everything works fine!
I'm stock rooted 4.4.2 nothing out of the ordinary, running a few Xposed modules but nothing pertaining to GPS.
Any ideas?
I bet you've rebooted since having gps working and not?
Just reboot again and maybe again... Mine does it. It's like sometimes the gps control doesn't load properly at the start
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Ben36 said:
I bet you've rebooted since having gps working and not?
Just reboot again and maybe again... Mine does it. It's like sometimes the gps control doesn't load properly at the start
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done all that of course, reset A-GPS data, etc..it sees plenty of satellites it just does not fix :crying:
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done all that of course, reset A-GPS data, etc..it sees plenty of satellites it just does not fix :crying:
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Is it just the Maps app or is the GPS always failing to get a lock?
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Is it just the Maps app or is the GPS always failing to get a lock?
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GPS fails to get a lock, if I check with GPS Status app it's the same thing.
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GPS fails to get a lock, if I check with GPS Status app it's the same thing.
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There is a chance your GPS antenna is no longer making proper contact. If that is the case, your options are a fairly simple DIY fix that would void your warranty, or RMA for a new device.
If you are rooted I can say that using FasterGPS might be able to fix your issue as it changes the GPS tables to closer locations. Not sure why upgrading to a new Maps version would break GPS, but its free and you can definitely try it.
Hey guys!
I have trying to get a location with my GPS (no wifi, data or whatever) and it never gets a signal.
I have been waiting with the phone outside around 5-6 min and nothing.
Any ideas?
Cheers!
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nad4321 said:
Hey guys!
I have trying to get a location with my GPS (no wifi, data or whatever) and it never gets a signal.
I have been waiting with the phone outside around 5-6 min and nothing.
Any ideas?
Cheers!
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Settings/Location/ Mode = High Accuracy. Also turn on Google Location Reporting under Location Services and see if that helps. Without data you will need to save a map for offline use. I would install "GPS Status & Toolbox" from the Play Store and run that, it will also download updated GPS assistance data. The GPS Status app it will show how many satellites your device sees and how many of those it is locked on to. On my N5 google maps is sometimes not as accurate with Location Reporting off so I generally always leave location reporting on. I also leave the Location Mode in battery saving except when I need to use Maps or Nav.
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Settings/Location/ Mode = High Accuracy. Also turn on Google Location Reporting under Location Services and see if that helps. Without data you will need to save a map for offline use. I would install "GPS Status & Toolbox" from the Play Store and run that, it will also download updated GPS assistance data. The GPS Status app it will show how many satellites your device sees and how many of those it is locked on to. On my N5 google maps is sometimes not as accurate with Location Reporting off so I generally always leave location reporting on. I also leave the Location Mode in battery saving except when I need to use Maps or Nav.
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Already did that and still didnt get a location
First update to the latest 4.4.4 version..than use a different navigator like Sygic and see if it works
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First update to the latest 4.4.4 version..than use a different navigator like Sygic and see if it works
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Same problem.. Im using GPS Test now to see if it gets a location and none