Hey guys and gals. I have gotten a lot of positive reports on the GPS functioning on Supernova and Phoenix so I took the files and created a flashable zip for your pleasure. I know there have been numerous supposed fixes in the past and I am not claiming this is it, but it does work on 2 of my ROMS so why not yours. Please keep this thread clean as I know you all love to trash supposed GPS fix threads. Everyone knows I am just here to help.
Pair this fix with one of these modems depending on your geographical location for best results. Mine is JK4, North Eastern US.
This is just a combination of extensive trial and error testing which has proven to work.
-Adam
You are a good sport mate to share this.
I tried it with Paragon and it seems to be working...not sure if it is as good as with Supernova itself but I will test a bit more.
Regards!
I was wondering if you would ever going to release this, haha. I'm trying a few ROMs this weekend before I flash Supernova (or Firefly). I'll post results later on if i can get it to work
Trying on FireFly now.
Do i need to clear GPS data after installing this?
used supernova and phoenix. all I can say adam may have the best fix for the gps. I always get 20m lock in 5-7 seconds. and the 10 meter lock. it never jumps around. everybody should try this
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I have to say that Adam's GPS fix is no joke. I have been using his roms exclusively since is initial release of Phoenix, and now on Supernova 2.1 the GPS is phenomenal!!
On testing through sgs I received an average lock time of 3-8 seconds, 9 sats, range from 5 to 15 meters.
This is testing inside my house where previously it would take up to 10 min to lock, averaging 2-3 sats at best, and ranges from 15 to 100 meters!!
On google maps I receive an average position lock time of 8 seconds, within 30 meters of my position with direction being dead on.
On navigation, on a 12 mile trip, I did not loop or get thrown off track at all. Street names on the map showed up just before they came into viewing distance.
I may not have gotten quite as technical as some of you would like, but for all around functionality, it can't be beat. A HUGE thanks to Adam and his team for all of their hard work fixing what the manufacturers and service providers wouldn't take the time to.
I've had really good results using the GPS on Phoenix and Supernova. Quick locks, good accuracy and decent tracking.
I've been using phoenix 4.5, Adam's ROM w/ his GPS files/tuning, to track my running via Cardiotrainer and I've never had results so accurate.
For Comparison's sake, prior I used cognition 2.3 b6 and 2.3 b8 and the GPS was not as accurate.
Thanks a lot. The only time my GPS works is when I'm on Supernova or Phoenix.
I've flashed every rom available and Adams fix is by far, the best one available.
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I was on Phoenix and now I am on supernova. All I can say is I would have never consider using my cappy as my primary gps until I got adam's roms.
The gps performance is pretty amazing if you ask me.
Play with different modems to get best results.
Works excellent!
I'm a FireFly user. Just installed this fix and I'm impressed! Significantly improvement with GPS inside. Have to try it with the real driving.
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I'm a FireFly user. Just installed this fix and I'm impressed! Significantly improvement with GPS inside. Have to try it with the real driving.
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Thats awesome.
On a separate note: how did you post in the dev forums with one post? not hating just curious...lol
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Thats awesome.
On a separate note: how did you post in the dev forums with one post? not hating just curious...lol
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he has been a member since 2009
Adam. Was this gps fix already in supernova 2.3?
Yeah this fix is awesome. Just wish I didn't get that stupid unable to locate address message when trying to lock on my location.
This fix works great on Precision as well. Nice!
DunDunDario said:
Yeah this fix is awesome. Just wish I didn't get that stupid unable to locate address message when trying to lock on my location.
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Go into settings and clear the data for your maps app
Adam - u have done an amazing job with gps fixes in the past.. I don't doubt this will work on other roms as well
My gripe is that my phone is just one of those flawed phones that no matter what gps cocktail I throw at it, I am still shown driving through cow fields and getting re-routed
Replace with another ( #7 ) ?? I think I may try a different phone if the Lords will let me
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Anybody try this yet?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=759976
If you do report back with your results.
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Anybody try this yet?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=759976
If you do report back with your results.
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I have done it on my JH2 rom. Seems to be locking on marginally faster, but I haven't tested it with tracking yet, and probably won't be able to until tonight. The track that I saw using it did look better, but who knows if it will be that way for everybody.
Have you noticed any issues related to the change, ie worse call performance/quality, etc. as reported on some of the other posts regarding this issue and possible fixes?
There is a thread on this allready posted in general.
Is there mod who can merge these two so propel wont have to watch both threads and all reports are in one?
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Have you noticed any issues related to the change, ie worse call performance/quality, etc. as reported on some of the other posts regarding this issue and possible fixes?
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I haven't seen anything regarding those side effects with GPS fixes. No, I'm not experiencing anything like that. Phone still performs must like it did before.
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There is a thread on this allready posted in general.
Is there mod who can merge these two so propel wont have to watch both threads and all reports are in one?
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I would merge the threads but the fixes are not the same. This fix is can be flashed in recovery. I would use this fix if you are running I9000 rom. I read in the original thread that there my be some differences in locations of the files for the captivate and vibrant so the fix may not put every thing in the right location. They are working on versions for captivate and vibrant. I loaded stock I9000 jm5 rom and applied the fix. It helped with accuracy but there is still lag.
Edit: It may be that just the vibrant is different.
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Now this is interesting. Trying to make that revert package for Vibrant...and the ROM is entirely different GPS-wise from I9000 and Captivate ROMs! There's no /system/bin/gpsd folder, there's no /system/etc/jupiter.xml and there's no /system/lib/libgps.so...
I wonder why...
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This has made GPS on my Captivate seems like it's not even trying to get a lock. :-\
I've got an Epic 4G waiting for me at home today. Any dev requests, just ask!
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This has made GPS on my Captivate seems like it's not even trying to get a lock. :-\
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That is unfortunate. It seems to be helping me on JH2. I've changed my settings back to Standalone instead of MS based and I'm still locking onto as many satellites as I was before. Still not sure if it is holding a lock, but it is giving me 5 meter accuracy from inside my apartment. I'm hoping that the standalone mode does better at tracking than ms based.
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That is unfortunate. It seems to be helping me on JH2. I've changed my settings back to Standalone instead of MS based and I'm still locking onto as many satellites as I was before. Still not sure if it is holding a lock, but it is giving me 5 meter accuracy from inside my apartment. I'm hoping that the standalone mode does better at tracking than ms based.
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I guess I should note I'm on JF6 in case it matters.
Hey all,
So I flashed Vibrant's JI2 to my Captivate today, and it didn't go so good... HOWEVER -- I took off all of the GPS files I could and put them in a ZIP. I don't know how to make a valid update.zip file, so I was hoping someone smarter than me could do that Then the rest of us could try out the latest "GPS fix" the Vibrant people are enjoying, perhaps?
not bad. i just pushed the files over. it locked in 2secs and was accurate to 50 meters(use to be 200 or more) i need to take a test drive with it.
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not bad. i just pushed the files over. it locked in 2secs and was accurate to 50 meters(use to be 200 or more) i need to take a test drive with it.
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50 meters is terrible! That is 164 feet... it should get down to 16 feet / 5 meters.
I just got done pushing them over via adb myself with JH7... looks good so far. Needs some serious track testing, though.
I found this link on how to make an update.zip:
http://www.londatiga.net/it/how-to-create-android-update-zip-package/
Took a short drive and no offroading here. 50 is better than 200 and i was in my apartment.
junkboy said:
Took a short drive and no offroading here. 50 is better than 200 and i was in my apartment.
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How could you drive and be in an apartment at the same time?
tytdfn said:
How could you drive and be in an apartment at the same time?
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Lots and lots of tequila
tytdfn said:
How could you drive and be in an apartment at the same time?
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Lots and lots of tequila
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i was replying to phr00t's posting. i got 50meter while in my apartment.
We need DG to incorporate this on his SRE. That would be awesome.
Here's a flashable zip.
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****WARNING: USE AT YOUR OWN RISK****
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I have flashed this on my Vibrant with good results. YMMV. Please do an Nandroid backup before you try to flash this. I am not responsible for what you do with your own property or any damages that result from using this. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!
Moved to the Vibrant Forum...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=782242
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Here's a signed zip that should be flashable.
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****WARNING: I HAVE NOT TESTED THIS SO USE AT YOUR OWN RISK****
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Sorry guys, I am busy and didn't have time to backup and test. Please do Nandroid before you try to flash this. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!
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Hrm... I noticed this update.zip does not have a meta_inf/com/google/android script, like all of the other GPS update.zip files I have. Is it needed?
Hmmmm....it should. Lemme take a look....
Edit: You're right. I repackaged it and updated my other post with the new zip. Let me know if it works or not. Thanks.
I'm not seeing any improvement over JH7 with these files, and the included agpsd does not appear to run at all. Are you sure your lock in 2s was from a cold start, and not just using data from a prior session?
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It's quite obvious that there is something deeper going on than just these files.
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I'm not seeing any improvement over JH7 with these files, and the included agpsd does not appear to run at all. Are you sure your lock in 2s was from a cold start, and not just using data from a prior session?
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I noticed our Captivates have a /system/bin/gpsd directory, but I couldn't find one on the Vibrant.. only agpsd existed. The other "GPS fix" updates had gpsd/ directories... I guess the Vibrant does things quite differently? :-\
Can somebody test this on a Vibrant? I am curious to see if there is a difference.
So i flashed these gps files to my captivate and i got a lock in like 10sec, first time i have ever gotten my gps to work, even after exchanging my first captivate, but its behaving the same way my friends first vibrant did, the pointer flys all over the place jumping around from place to place, never staying on my location parse...lets just hope samsung finds a definitive fix for the gps issues on many SGS variants.
Getting ready to flash and test now. thank you for grabbing those files.
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can i flash this file on my stock captivate thats without root?...thanks.
I just flashed this to my Vibrant. I will test it on the way home but I got 11 sats in view in just about 2 secs in my office which usually sucks. We'll see. Maybe cross post this over to the Vibrant forum and get some folks to test it.
Why do people need gps on their phones? this is a serious question
I have never needed or used gps in my life
I like using maps better I guess
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My biggest uses:
Find restaurants/activities near me to try new things (or in a new location)
Geo-caching - fun way to hike
Navigation - maps are dangerous and slow to use in a car, annoying to carry, and out of date depending on your source. Phones aren't the best for this but Android's Navigation is basically the cream of the crop.
Um if you dont know what good a gps is you really need to get into the tech. age.
I use it for EVERYTHING.
The real key is that I use google maps to look up anyone or anything around me. My friends all use latitude on weekend nights so we can find each other. If my gps doesn't show where I am how are friends supposed to find me?
I use it for pizza on a random night... or out on the boat when I'm going to a restaurant on the water.....or on a Friday afternoon when traffic is horrible and I want an alternate route.
There's plenty of reasons why the GPS NEEDS TO ACTUALLY WORK on this phone.
Well I'm not making an excuse for the gps problems I just have never needed gps is all
barely any of my friends have an android phone
Still stuck on blackberry and feature phones
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I use GPS to navigate around unfamiliar locations. I cannot memorize the entirety of the planet's geography so I must rely on tools to bridge this particular shortcoming and I cannot safely read a map while driving.
What the hell did you expect?
Just hoping for something I could use
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Google navigation is the best, ur in an unfamiliar city,got the munchies, u long press search button and say "navigate to subway" and voila! Ur guided to ur destination. And u hear oooh and aaah from ur buddies...
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<3me said:
Why do people need gps on their phones? this is a serious question
I have never needed or used gps in my life
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Gosh. Where to start: Geocaching; geotagging photos ("the accident|family snapshot|scenery is right here"); tracking athletic runs (Cardio Trainer, etc); self-geocoding of addresses to avoid intellectual property issues with online geocoding sources; geocoding any physical object surveyed for a multitude of GIS applications and databases; "I am here" apps for emergency use; wardriving; geo-based social networking; geo-based shopping (Barcoder, Shop Savvy, etc.); calibrating speedometer and odometer; orienteering; mapping trails; tracking hikes and bike rides; of course, real-time vehicular navigation; recording and analyzing delivery routes ...
The list is really open-ended, and is expanding as democratized GIS, mapping, and GPS functionalities expand.
The integration of GPS with other technologies on the "phone" -- really a pocket computer that happens to make phone calls and is enhanced by cell-based GPS hybrid location and thus orders of magnitude more useful than a dedicated GPS receiver-- is what provides the power. I can be driving down the highway at lunch, speak "Taco Bell" into my phone, and it will find the closest choices with directions on a dynamic map.
This is why an accurate and functioning GPS is integral to Android smartphones. It enables things you didn't even conceive of, and services still being invented.
Geographically-based "to do" items, so the phone alerts you when you're getting off the freeway and reminds you to stop at the grocery store to buy toilet paper and cat food on the way home from work.
Location-aware ringer preferences. At the office, it turns down the ringer volume so half the floor doesn't hear the theme from The Great Giana Sisters (starting at 2:18) performed by Machinae Supremacy whenever somebody calls
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I use GPS to navigate around unfamiliar locations. I cannot memorize the entirety of the planet's geography so I must rely on tools to bridge this particular shortcoming and I cannot safely read a map while driving.
What the hell did you expect?
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+1
Also not having to have a gps in your car that you worry about someone seeing and stealing
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Also not having to have a gps in your car that you worry about someone seeing and stealing
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i dont ever go anywhere without knowing where im going
Well when visiting another state it isn't always possible to have intimate personal knowledge of places.
EDIT:Quote function of application isn't working.
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Lol....I always say the same thing to my wife...I took of off my phone. Personally I think the **** is a waste on a phone. I can find almost anything I need without it. Although I am not one who travels throughout the country or has to make business trips to unfamiliar locations. So I can see pros and cons
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i dont ever go anywhere without knowing where im going
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Well then you need to expand your horizions Sometimes it's fun to go get lost and then of course have a nice gps to bring you home.
I use sprint nav when me and my friends get lost on a random night in the car or when we're driving with no where to go, I'll use sprint nav to get us to some random restaurant in another state or something.
I also use google maps to find trainstations nearby when I'm in some random part of the city. And when I went to my friends college 7 hours away, thebus had to make a random stop and I used it to figure out where I was.
Its also entertaining to ride a train and see a little blue arrow scrolling across the screen following your path with a Speedometer.
If you have intimateknowledge ofplaces bfore hand, then you have no reason for a gps considering you clearly don't care about the tecnology. This gps bug effects quite a few people adversely. I for one didn't realize how much I used gps until I upgraded from my hero
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i dont ever go anywhere without knowing where im going
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Dang, you must have a pretty limited set of places you go...
Except for going between work, home and the grocery store, I almost *never* know where I'm going. That's called "exploring your surroundings" and "finding new things to do".
<3me said:
Why do people need gps on their phones? this is a serious question
I have never needed or used gps in my life
I like using maps better I guess
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ok since you dont use them so i should not either...........I for one do like reading a map while driving and guessing when my upcoming turn is actually coming up......
I have a series question why do you care why I need/want a gps in my phone....
BrianDigital said:
ok since you dont use them so i should not either...........I for one do like reading a map while driving and guessing when my upcoming turn is actually coming up......
I have a series question why do you care why I need/want a gps in my phone....
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thats a great series of questions sir the answer is i do not care why i was hoping there might be something im missing like a feature thats too awesome for words or at least really useful
and to the first part its not a hate thread chill out
also read the map before you go so you dont have to read while driving *hits staples button*
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Dang, you must have a pretty limited set of places you go...
Except for going between work, home and the grocery store, I almost *never* know where I'm going. That's called "exploring your surroundings" and "finding new things to do".
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actually its not that limited i worked for fedex so i generally know where i am going though i dont travel alot
As many of you know, I am one of the long time GPS vocalists as far as the EPIC goes. I know exactly how to replicate the gps issues. I've been screaming my head off about it since I bought it, as far as how poor the gps was.
SO I got sick of the stock and installed the viper rom + the new modem + the dk17 kernal.
My phone has been on since tuesday WITH NO reboots and NO "use wireless networks"
today, after more then 48 hour of run time, I decided to whip out google maps.
REAL GPS located me within 20 seconds. I then proceeded to use it for 3 or 4 hours and it was all set!
Just FYI.
Awesome! Thanks for the report, I've been watching this issue.
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It's not just the Viper ROM. It's any of the 2.2 ROM's that use the DK17 Modem. They all work if installed properly.
J3ff which rom did you come from, DI18 stock?
I'm using the same ROM with no luck GPS-wise. And yes, I installed the D17 modem.
Im on mammons froyo. Gps didn't work. Just flashed the dk17 modem and got an instant lock on!
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I'm using the same ROM with no luck GPS-wise. And yes, I installed the D17 modem.
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same :X char
Well damn, I guess I spoke too soon. Tried to use it again today and it's up to it's usual crap.
I really thought after it working great 48 hours later I was clear!
Damn.....the epic is playing with me.
I used the ACS Froyo ROM for several days and used GPS quite frequently without issue. Today I flashed Quantum 1.5 and GPS is still spot on.
well another surprise.
Still havent rebooted it since I installed.......so about a week. - No other gps programs being used or anything, loaded google maps, found me with real gps in 10 seconds..
Now I'm really confused.
I've heard the problem is often temporarily resolved when some GPS cache or another gets flushed. This is why everyone thinks the problem is fixed as soon as they install a new ROM.
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Electrofreak said:
I've heard the problem is often temporarily resolved when some GPS cache or another gets flushed. This is why everyone thinks the problem is fixed as soon as they install a new ROM.
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Right and I understand that.
I've followed the gps threads like a hawk.
I had to use google maps again later on this afternoon and again, it worked just fine. No wireless networks active. Straight up GPS, lock within 10 seconds.
Will try again tomorrow morning.
Just to reiterate, I have NOT rebooted my phone (or let it die) once since I installed the rom.
I have rebooted my phone, multiple times actually and still have GPS access... just a heads up
Well, my goal for the upcoming v2.0 of my aGPS Patch is to bring support to five more devices. This is one of the devices I selected!
I'm looking for some testers to see if the patch will effectively work.
It simply replaces gps.conf in /etc/ to be much better performing.
You can download v1.3 by clicking here.
To install, use Root Explorer or ES File Explorer to copy the new one over. Reboot. Give GPS a try! I recommend GPS Status. If your device uses ClockWork Recovery, you can simply flash the ZIP.
A reference thread can be seen at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1250226.
Also, I'd love for someone to send me the gps.conf currently on their device.
Thank you for assisting me in the determination if this version works.
Better performance? You mean faster located or accuracy?
It is just the aGPS?
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Better performance? You mean faster located or accuracy?
It is just the aGPS?
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Yes, and stabilized results. Users who would lose signal while traveling or at higher speeds, this tends to keep the lock consistent and constant.
Also, if you would send me your /etc/gps.conf I would appreciate it. Custom ROM's tend to not do much in the way of making a crappy situation better, but I'm curious.
Thanks for your interest in assisting!
This is my gps.conf from GDX.
I will test it in later 2hours time, still in the office now.
and i have no problem on the old file, i can get the location with 20secs,(normally within 10secs) with my Papago Navigator in open air.But yes, my GPS device is NEVER turn off.
Just the information how i use the GPS.
* I saw your another post, is this patch only for North America?
I am from Malaysia.
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This is my gps.conf from GDX.
I will test it in later 2hours time, still in the office now.
and i have no problem on the old file, i can get the location with 20secs,(normally within 10secs) with my Papago Navigator in open air.But yes, my GPS device is NEVER turn off.
Just the information how i use the GPS.
* I saw your another post, is this patch only for North America?
I am from Malaysia.
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No, this is worldwide. I did two versions but that ended and I am only offering worldwide patches now. So, should work no matter where you're at.
I simple tried the new gps.conf. I don't have any positive feedback for you nor the negative. I don't really feel any useful compare with the original one. Maybe 2secs faster, i am not sure.
But in conclusion, it can be used and no problem for a short test. I might give more opinion for a longer try.
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I simple tried the new gps.conf. I don't have any positive feedback for you nor the negative. I don't really feel any useful compare with the original one. Maybe 2secs faster, i am not sure.
But in conclusion, it can be used and no problem for a short test. I might give more opinion for a longer try.
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At least we know it's compatible, then. It didn't kill your phone's GPS. Didn't think it would anyway. If you have time, play with it. If not, thank you for helping.
Well, I have released official support with v2.0 as promised.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1287935
Hope this helps some people out!
Works very well with gingerdxv17 and linuxv4 on my x8...
Great work, keep it up...
BTW, I know it's not related with the topic but can u pls recommend a navigation app (the best one)...
Thanks
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Works very well with gingerdxv17 and linuxv4 on my x8...
Great work, keep it up...
BTW, I know it's not related with the topic but can u pls recommend a navigation app (the best one)...
Thanks
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Could you post this on the official thread for the patch? Link is a post up from yours.
Answer: I only use Google Maps. It works better than my TomTom.
Did it, thanks again...
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****lord68 said:
Works very well with gingerdxv17 and linuxv4 on my x8...
Great work, keep it up...
BTW, I know it's not related with the topic but can u pls recommend a navigation app (the best one)...
Thanks
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depend on which country you stay,and the map update.
If u refer to Google maps, I don't use them...
I use sygic mobile maps 10...
And I live in f*cking Croatia so I wouldn't agree...
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