Hey all.
I did some searching but couldn't find if a resolution has occurred. Has anyone made a fix for the compass being off its axes? I use 3d compass. When I tilt right, the on-screen compass points up. Etc.
I know this was once discussed. Would exchanging it solve that issue?
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Dalrimple said:
Hey all.
I did some searching but couldn't find if a resolution has occurred. Has anyone made a fix for the compass being off its axes? I use 3d compass. When I tilt right, the on-screen compass points up. Etc.
I know this was once discussed. Would exchanging it solve that issue?
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I believed this issue is with the developer of the software...
software that were made for phone should be updated for tablet & especially Honeycomb ... as the accelerometer/compass is reverse..etc
some appz can run on tablet properly... but it also need to support HC ( not just froyo/Gingerbread only )
there were some games that were like this ( opposite/upside down... ).... dev updated their software and it works fine in tablet
Oh that's great. Is there a good app to test the tablets compass?
It is strange that vendetta online wasn't an app that was playable due to the compass. Seems like that was all the hype for this tablet.
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Try gps status in the market! It's free, does good stuff!
GPS status works ok, but remember to calibrate the compass (wave it around in a figure 8) each time you try to use it. GPS essentials does NOT work, the compass is off by 90 degrees.
Rob
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I have been looking for a compass app for ages, is there any decent ones out there?
geee, when HTC actually put a magnetic compass sensor in a phone, there might be an app to support it...
Shouldn't really be a problem for a nifty developer if based on the same principle as a waterlevel with the G-Sensor. Just need to calibrate it yourself to, say North, by using another compass or GPS and voila.
stoutseun said:
Shouldn't really be a problem for a nifty developer if based on the same principle as a waterlevel with the G-Sensor. Just need to calibrate it yourself to, say North, by using another compass or GPS and voila.
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Ahhhh... I thing the G sensor works on the vertical plane not the horizontal plane that would be required.
I use GPSTuner as compass and I think it is a satisfying solution don't you?
Obviously it is far from being a fast and smooth compass as it is an Iphone 3GS but whatever (fortunately, I don't really like exploding screens xD). You can also buy a real compass...
bigjezza said:
geee, when HTC actually put a magnetic compass sensor in a phone, there might be an app to support it...
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the hero has one.
Obs3rv3r said:
I have been looking for a compass app for ages, is there any decent ones out there?
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WMMiniGPS will do the trick for you.
There are a few others that will use the GPS to show your heading. You can find them here.
A GPS tool will show you the (correct) North only if you are moving.
Only if our device would have a magnetic sensor inside, we could have a software repeater on the screen. Otherwise all we can have is a fake. Unfortunately... A pseudo-compass.
all the best!
Thanks guys! I'll check out those apps, but it looks like I won't be throwing my SILVA compass away just yet!
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I have been looking for a compass app for ages, is there any decent ones out there?
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give this a try, i have no idea if it works.
http://www.cjcraft.com/blog/2008/06/04/30DaysOfNETWindowsMobileApplicationsDay03GPSCompass.aspx
eac said:
A GPS tool will show you the (correct) North only if you are moving.
Only if our device would have a magnetic sensor inside, we could have a software repeater on the screen. Otherwise all we can have is a fake. Unfortunately... A pseudo-compass.
all the best!
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Yes, Yes. GPS will give you course (derived), not heading (It doesn't know which way you are facing, just which way you are going).
the omnia 2 has a compass and a compass app. maybe you can pull it off of that. why go through the effort of putting the compass hardware in the device if you dont give apps to support it? maybe google will make the next version of maps capable like the iphone and android.
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why go through the effort of putting the compass hardware in the device if you dont give apps to support it?
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Indeed. Fortunately, HTC did *NOT* put compass hardware in the TP2, and therefore, did not waste any effort.
Phew. Such a relief, isn't it?
oh cool. ^5 for low standards in hardware!
i use igo8 nav software for my compass..a standalone compass would i guess be useful...but our phones have gps built in..so ur gonnna need gps software which in turn have compasses..i didnt like tomtom7's compass but igo8 on the other hand has a very solid compass, and amazing 3D maps so...
Great Compass App!
"Where is" has a great compass in it. You have to be moving for the gps to pick up your speed and then the compass works, but even just walking is enough speed. Compass is very accurate too and great looking compass too...http://simosoftprojects.com
Hello.
*update*
after install jm6 on my tab there was a "Horizontal calibration"
install jm6 go setting -> display settings -> horizontal calibration.
Works perfect for me. Now i can play alot of doodle jump
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My G Sensor on my Tab is really bad..
and i can't play games like Doodle jump..
How can i fix this?
- Maybe with Terninal Emulator?
I talk with Samsung, and they just say that i shall send it to service..
Sorry for poor english.
Hi
I have exaclty same problem, sensor are badly calibrated.
Can t play doodle jump... (I know, life is difficult)
Any idea to calibrate it?
Thank and regards
Matt
Hi,
Try Google Sky in landscape position ;-)
Poor or bad calibration !
Have the same issue. 2 Degrees x, 6 in y direction.
No feedback from Samsung service up to now.
BR
Peter
There is a sensor self test - dialpad *#0*#
Thx, but a selfetest does not solve the problem
Calibration would help....
Anyone any idea, someone knows how Samsung would repair this, via Software or do they have to change ´some hardware?!
BR
Peter
My tab also has the g-sensor problem. I tried two tab and both of them has different degree of G-sensor problem, I think the G-sensor problem caused by samsung's inaccurated calibration. I would also want to know the way to calibrate the sensor by myself, anyone can help?
This is the first thing I noticed when I buyed the tab. The gsensor is off, it often changes to landscape or portrait when only a little inclination is given.
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Yeah I just download that free 'level bubble' app.
Pitch off by 2 degrees
Tilt off by 4 degrees
Noticed the same on mine. Not a big issue for me. Hopefully it will be addressed
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Dicussion today with Samsung Service Hotline,
try full hardware reset, if that does not help send it to repair it.
Tomorrow ill have the chance to talk to a technical guy.
Keep u update.
Peter
Today discussion result.
1.) Wait for software upgrade, known issue, no info for release of new
Software
2.) Exchange Hardware. If lucky new ist ok, if unlucky change again.
Br
Peter
Wasn't there a method to calibrate on the galaxy s? Would it work
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bug fixed. look at first post
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Means if u dont want to do unofficial Firmware update, not to loose ur warranty, there is no solution.
Anyhow good info, means no hardware defect.
Peter
You can calibrate it with 3d compass apply in the market. It has a calibration option that should work fine.
P.d Samsung service has to be amongst the worst in the world. Will they ever solve anything?
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Tiamath99 said:
You can calibrate it with 3d compass apply in the market. It has a calibration option that should work fine.
P.d Samsung service has to be amongst the worst in the world. Will they ever solve anything?
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Hey which developer is 3d compass by?
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Its probably to calibrate the compass (magnetic North)
I use spirit level plus (by Androidika) which has calibration but only within the app itself which means you place the tab on a level surface and hit the calibration button and it 'zeros' everything out. I doubt it calibrates the internal sensors.
Tried both, but calibration only works inside the app.
Try to get any statement from t-mobile our Samsung on monday
If someone has a solution....
Br
Peter
Ok,
finaly T Mobile sent me mail.
Software Update to come, no but no idea when...
In the meantime use "official" Firmware from Samsung and flash it (even if not offered via Kies).
Anyone can tell me what is the latest "official" firmware for European device?
Got already feedback from other user, that with a flashed ??6? version there is a botton to calibrate..
thx
Peter
Compass is not working (model 9023 Dutch). I'am not the only one reporting this. Apps like streetview are not working in compass mode.
When running GPS status the needle is pointing everywhere but the right direction. Callibrate does not work.
Anybody an idea if this a hardware or software issue?
there have been reports that the nfc chip affects the compass. try removing the back to see if it helps. though the back plate is only one part of the nfc system i think.
I tried it without the backcover with no results. Nfc is turned of btw because its of no use in holland.
me too..my i9023 have the bug..
who is same too?
You should star this issue so Google is urged to fix it!
The following quote is from another "defective compass" thread:
wyk126 said:
please report this bug at here:
http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/Google+Mobile/thread?tid=37f2dd3261d20d1f&hl=en
and add a star if you have this issue as well here:
http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=15999
check my issue video here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l-9lehX8u2U
Google please fix this!!!
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In the 9020, i need to recalibrate the compass every time i use it.
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Hi,
I have the same problem on i9023, the compass needs calibration after each boot... without calibration the compass is stuck...
In which file calibration results are stored ? because those results seem lost when the phone is turned off
I gave up. The compass is a failing in every way. I could sent it back, but there are reports that a replacement has the same issues. The sensors are a piece of crapp or the software can not handle them properly. Either way this sucks.
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Compass not working
Hey,
I've tried calibrating the compass on my Nexus S numerous times.
We have 4 Nexus S' in the house, each with the same problem.
Compass never calibrates.
Google SkyMap doesn't work because of this issue.
Does anyone know if there is a fix?
I've noticed some links to report it to google so that's what I'll do but does anyone know why this is happening? I tried the backplate removal, nothing.
On all 4 phones I am running : I9020, KD1, GRJ22. Android 2.3.4
Hi, you can return your phone(s) because its a design failure. But I didn't because the nexux S is still a great phone. There a threads about this issue, but amazingly enough not that many that samsung or google feel the urge to take action. I would expect massive complaints, but probally a compass is not a first requirement for many people. Strange because even Maps is not working good if you navigate during walking.
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Hello everyone.
I was wondering if anyone here has Google Sky Map fully working on a Nexus 7? On my N7 this app never points me to South - I am always stuck between West - North - East. When I try to point it to south I always get north instead.
I've also verified the behavior with a compass app. If I place my N7 flat on a table the compass is working well, but if I am holding it in my hands right in front of me (USB connector pointing to the ground) I get the same behavior as in Sky Map (south=north, north=north).
Is the compass even supposed to work when holding the tablet with the USB connector pointing to the ground?
Edit: I am experiencing this issue in stock 4.1.2 and Paranoid Android 2.20
Thanks in advance,
mcsmart
My Samsung Nexus S has exactly the same. It's a hardware problem
Hey bro try using the app space junk I have it on my NEXUS7 with no problems at all and in my opinion it's far better GOD BLESS YOU
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Make sense to me the compass working only in horizontal position
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Thanks for the hints, guys.
I managed to get it working: all I did was calibrate the compass with GPS Status. I never thought this could make a difference, but it did. Cool. I'm glad my N7 is not one of those devices with broken sensors
- mcsmart
I'm a little confused, is the GPS and multi touch issue hardware or software related? How do I test a new unit for multi touch defects?
How is the Nexus 7 with audio mods? Is it better than the note 2 or s3?
kingofthebraves said:
I'm a little confused, is the GPS and multi touch issue hardware or software related? How do I test a new unit for multi touch defects?
How is the Nexus 7 with audio mods? Is it better than the note 2 or s3?
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AFAIK, both issues were fixed in an update. I definitely haven't had issues with either.
kingofthebraves said:
I'm a little confused, is the GPS and multi touch issue hardware or software related? How do I test a new unit for multi touch defects?
How is the Nexus 7 with audio mods? Is it better than the note 2 or s3?
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multi touch defect still there, even with last update. if you want a exemple you can't grab and move a icone or sometimes unlocking is a pain?
ethanfel said:
multi touch defect still there, even with last update. if you want a exemple you can't grab and move a icone or sometimes unlocking is a pain?
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So it's definitely hardware then? So I'll probably just keep on trying to unlock the tablet and see if it hangs ? What about the wifi problem? How do I know if my device has it? Poor range?
Seems it'll be a big of a gamble then..should I be worried about getting the new nexus 7? I've had the old one and had to sell it in 2 months time because it was getting unusable by then.
I agree about multitouch problem, it's still there. GPS problem was fixed. And no wifi issues on my device. So you need to check touch issues, use this app to do it https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rn.yamtt&hl=en
With the latest update, the gps is definitely fixed. I played ingress for 2 hours and the gps was perfect, spot on.
The multi touch is still wonky, not too terrible, but definitely you will experience the issue. Missed touch, locked press, etc.
To test : open Google maps, and try to rotate using two fingers. It won't be smooth.
But, don't worry, this is not hardware issue.
Take a look this thread :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2428133
I applied to ts10, and now the touchscreen is perfect!
No more missed touch, rotating Google maps is smooth
Everything else is no problem.
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gogol said:
With the latest update, the gps is definitely fixed. I played ingress for 2 hours and the gps was perfect, spot on.
The multi touch is still wonky, not too terrible, but definitely you will experience the issue. Missed touch, locked press, etc.
To test : open Google maps, and try to rotate using two fingers. It won't be smooth.
But, don't worry, this is not hardware issue.
Take a look this thread :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2428133
I applied to ts10, and now the touchscreen is perfect!
No more missed touch, rotating Google maps is smooth
Everything else is no problem.
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What about the wifi issue? Is it exaggerated or really there? Is it just software? Lots of guys are returning their units for that
Are there specific models / batches that have problems? Is there a way to check the serial or the codes to know if you got a lemon batch?
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What about the wifi issue? Is it exaggerated or really there? Is it just software? Lots of guys are returning their units for that
Are there specific models / batches that have problems? Is there a way to check the serial or the codes to know if you got a lemon batch?
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I want to know this too
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kingofthebraves said:
What about the wifi issue? Is it exaggerated or really there? Is it just software? Lots of guys are returning their units for that
Are there specific models / batches that have problems? Is there a way to check the serial or the codes to know if you got a lemon batch?
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No wifi issue either. It's flawless on my device.