I am looking for a ROM with good working GPS? which one is my best bet?
Nearly any of them with the Crypted gps fix applied.. Its the top sticky thread in the Dev Section..
also i use Co-Pilot gps app.. it gets a better lock then most of the others..
Well I tried the patch using the root explorer method but it doesnt seem to be working.
Here is what i have read also helps to get first lock.
get gps status app from market..
launch the app go into Menue
Tools
manage agps data
reset ..
go back to menue ..
Tools
manage agps data
Download..
after this go out in open area.
REBOOT TABLET.
open gps status app..
Give is up to 10 minutes of open sky to start picking up sats..
IF this does not work.. Then maybe try asking in Your Rom Developers Thread..
Good Luck.. THE Above works flawless for me i can lock on 10 sats INSIDE after doing the above.. of Course your location can hamper sats available
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Any1 hv any ideas on how to fix the problem above?
Are you using a custom ROM or the default SE one? If it's default, is it carrier branded (vodafone/t-mobile etc)? If you use a custom ROM it *could* be causing problems, default ROMS should be the place to start really, then flash custom ROMS once you're sure everything is working fine.
Have you run QuickGPS and updated the satellite info in the last 7 days? This speeds up location of satellites.
How long have you left G.Maps to find the satellites? It takes a good few minutes the first time, regardless of whether you've run QuickGPS. It's usually a bit faster locking on after the first time.
one more tip.. i found that X1's GPS is not very good when it is indoors by the windows or in places with lots of buildings...
try to really find a OPEN SPACE with clear line of sight to the enterprise spaceship
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Any1 hv any ideas on how to fix the problem above?
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Try to run the quickGPS first...once this program find Satelites,then you can close it and run google map.
This is the way i do and it works.
I upgraded from 1.6 ATT to 1.6 02, to 2.1, to 2.2 (1.4.6) last night. My GPS is no longer working...I've searched the forums and only found this:
Get "GPS Status" from market; then:
1. Menu --> tools --> Manage A-GPS State --> Reset.
2. Menu --> tools --> Manage A-GPS State --> Download
Which I tried, but still not working. Anyone have ideas or a fix?
Thanks!
Hi there,
I had the exact same problem...
Tried the exact same thing as you and had the same luck.
It seemed that it was something to do with Geolocation as i saw that the GPS status was picking up the satilites.
I then stumbled around and found the following fix myself
I use beautiful widgets.
Tap the weather icon, the tap the middle button (opens up the configure section etc)
Tap configure, then goto advanced
Select FORCE GPS.
Then it worked, although after that I may have found another possible solution....
I very rarely use the google search bar. I did and it asked me to enable location, so maybe this is another way it would work... would be interesting to see if the second fix works first.
Anyway hope this helps & good luck
Tried enable location in google, no luck. Also downloaded beautiful widgets, went to advanced in weather app and checked force GPS, no luck. Any other ideas?
I take it the gps app is picking up the satilites?
Maybe its a case of re-flash
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I have the same problem. It seems somewhat temperamental after the update. It can see and get a fix on 10+ satellites in GPS Status and other similar apps. But getting an accurate position in Google Maps is damn near impossible. Very frustrating.
Works on my updated streak stock froyo, just disabled a-gps; both Google maps and other apps using GPS gets exact fix...
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for my 1.4.6 build feel free to try the below zip - it might fix or may make no difference
seems to wkr fine here even with assisted and wifi location turned off,
http://downloads.streakdroid.com/gpsfix.zip
I have the unlocked stock 2.2 rom with the performance fix installed. Is it safe to replace the files with those in the zip?
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for my 1.4.6 build feel free to try the below zip - it might fix or may make no difference
seems to wkr fine here even with assisted and wifi location turned off,
http://downloads.streakdroid.com/gpsfix.zip
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DJ_Steve, I've had the same problem since moving to 1.4 from 1.1.1 (IIRC, 1.1.1 was fine and did not have this location problem).
Now, for this gpsfix.zip, do I just flash it from my recovery? Or are there some other steps to follow?
Hey guys.
My wife's Apollo is running JPB and all is fine exept for the GPS. I can't get it working. I tries gpsopt and also the ntp fix, but it stays on 'searching' for ever...
Also I notice that the phone is very slow the next 10 minutes...
Any idea what I can try next ?
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Hey guys.
My wife's Apollo is running JPB and all is fine exept for the GPS. I can't get it working. I tries gpsopt and also the ntp fix, but it stays on 'searching' for ever...
Also I notice that the phone is very slow the next 10 minutes...
Any idea what I can try next ?
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I've tryed everything and everything was working just ones or twice..
soo you will test now many settings from XDA members - and all of these helps are very usefull.
But the point remains: samsung gps is ****y - their support is ****y...
Soo.
1) install application GPSbooster (octy's new one for froyo) OCTY - many thanks!!
2) install GPS status (which downloads from internet position of satelites: similiar to quickGPS from HTC)
3) enable in Gpssetup2 (use activities in LaunchPro) gpsOne XTRA (it will push downloaded positions to your gps)
4) in gpssetup2 go to SSL / enable SSL and choose google server (I don't know how to triger the download from the google server - that's why I use Gps status application)
5) run GET possition in Gpssetup2 for 15 minutes (ones a week ??)
IF you will not get the GPS quicly. Then leave GPS enabled. Switch off and on your samsung (with GPS enabled)
after this restart your GPS will RUN.
You will read many more about how to make GPS quick on i580 but Restart with enabled GPS will help always.
Thank you Samsung for your semi-product. Product is good, your gps pre-settings is semi.
GPS Booster!!
I cant find GPS Booster on the market..I think it is not available in my country
Also tried googling fr it but with no luck..
somebody pls upload the GpsBoosterLite so that I can test it out on my phone...
GPS Booster is offline
Hey, I have the same problem, after flashing froyo 2.2 on my I5801 (turns the phone into a I5800...) I cant get any gps signal. and gps booster seems to be offline....HEEELP
GPSsetup2 access code
Hey there,
The access code for gpssetup under froyo is
*#*#3214789650#*#*
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1) install application GPSbooster (octy's new one for froyo) OCTY - many thanks!!
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Mmmm, where can we find the froyo version of GPS Booster ?!
vetea said:
Mmmm, where can we find the froyo version of GPS Booster ?!
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Just type in Search "I5800"...
Its show 3 apps...
GPS Opt
GPS Booster Lite
GPS Booster (Paid version)
I have nothing in the Market, i am withy Froyo JPA. Sure it is the Froyo version ?
If so, Can you post the apk pls ?
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I have nothing in the Market, i am withy Froyo JPA. Sure it is the Froyo version ?
If so, Can you post the apk pls ?
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you can try market enabler to find hidden applications at market
but - beware,
last time I had used market enabler at JP9 my phone did itself hardreset, it wasn't funny
let me know if market enabler works for you
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you can try market enabler to find hidden applications at market
but - beware,
last time I had used market enabler at JP9 my phone did itself hardreset, it wasn't funny
let me know if market enabler works for you
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I need the apk 2.
market enabler doesnt work
can u upload the apk here?
Hello,
i am having problems with my phone GPS system. I used all the tricks and apps like Faster fix or GPS fix, etc i also used the *#*#3214789650*#*# fix explained by kyrillos13 and still nothing. I tried gps test on TTFF test and after like 20 minutes got a fix an ran all tests 5 times an got the fix after about 2 minutes at the end of the tests. But after 15 minutes when tried the GPS again nothing happend and also when using faster fix i got a message "NO FIX". I have the latest rom I5800XXJPQ updated with kies. It's not rooted.
Can someone help me in dealing with this GPS problem.
Thanks in advice!!!
its simple dail *#*#1472365#*#* it will open GPS setup 2 do nothing there close the window and get back to maverick or google maps watever u r using it will fing 8-9 satalitte within 1-2mins...it tht simple..
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its simple dail *#*#1472365#*#* it will open GPS setup 2 do nothing there close the window and get back to maverick or google maps watever u r using it will fing 8-9 satalitte within 1-2mins...it tht simple..
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yeah i should tell you i got this method from this thread..http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=778880
and also i flash my rom with Kyrillos v6 (non oc) this code do nothing on tht rom..
Fix didn't helped me much. I had to run test every time before using GPS unless it will "Your location is temporary unavailable". Any permanent fix? quite annoying to run test every time.
friend863 said:
Fix didn't helped me much. I had to run test every time before using GPS unless it will "Your location is temporary unavailable". Any permanent fix? quite annoying to run test every time.
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Ok tell me one thing, open gps.conf in /etc and check what is your first line??
NTP_SERVER=in.pool.ntp.org
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NTP_SERVER=in.pool.ntp.org
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Hmm. Then no idea. :/ I get a good fix.
Hi,
Like you, tried everything after using Kies to upgrade to Froyo on my UK Orange I5801.
I do have Octy's GPS Optimisation loaded and I am rooted having used SuperOneClick, nothing else would do it, Thanks Orange!
None of the codes on the keypad worked either, they seem to have locked things even after rooting.
GPS Fix although looking like it worked, it didn't change the GPS config as shown later when I managed to create shortcut for GpsSetup2.
I do have LauncherPro, and this allowed me to make a shortcut on my homepage for GPSSETUP2, but I couldn't use it to create a shortcut for LbsTestMode, it's not there under Activities, which I understand would have been the easier route.
Using the newly created shortcut for GPSSetUP2 I was able to adjust the settings.
It was the blind leading the blind, but eventually I managed to set the config so that it now gets a fix in a matter of seconds, probably assisted by Octy's GPS Optimisation, I don't have the B*lls to uninstall it, why fix it if it ain't broke.
So here's my settings.
Settings
Parameter Settings/Address
Server Type UMTS SLP
Address Type URL
Address supl.google.com:7276
Parameter Settings/Start mode Cold Start
Parameter Settings/SSL Enable SSL Disabled, SSL Type VerSign
Parameter Settings/Position Mode Option2....STANDALONE. UP MS BASED. UPMS ASSISTED
Fix Request Settings
Fix Request Settings/Session Type New Position
Fix Request Settings/Session Operation MS-Based
Fix Request Settings/Number of Fixes 999999999 (9x9)
Fix Request Settings/Time between fixes 1000
Fix Request Settings/Session Timeout 180
Fix Request SettingsAccuracy 50
Fix Request Settings/Server Option Local,.....this seemed to be the killer,
mine was still at "default" suggest you try this first.
All other settings "Commands" and "gpsOneXTRA" were left as default.
I hope this helps someone.
best wishes
Steve
Thank you all for posting. I will try all your steps and with luck i will finally get a better signal and a more fast GPS connection.
I installed Sumee 3.1 which has some GPS fixes installed, and i could say that i get a fix at about 2-3 minutes and this after installing fasterfix.apk and after making the changes posted by kyrillos13.
Hi,
I'm an Android noob. I recently picked up a Fascinate 3G+ from Telus (T959D) and noticed that the GPS wasn't working at all; could never get a lock. I just upgraded to Gingerbread this morning hoping that the update would resolve the issue, and it did momentarily, but now the GPS is worthless again (no lock at all).
Searching the web, I find a lot of "fixes", but they all seem to relate to Froyo. I haven't seen anything specific for Gingerbread releases.
I tried to update the AGPS configurations (as per several threads indicated) by dialing *#*#1472365#*#* , but as soon as I enter the final *, the number gets wiped out and nothing happens (just remains at the dialer with a blank entry). I don't know if this is because it is a Telus Fascinate and not a Vibrant/Captivate/etc, or if it is because of Gingerbread.
Either way, does anyone know or have any suggestions on how to fix the GPS under Gingerbread? I love the phone, but this GPS issue is driving me nuts.
Thanks,
Eric
It's universally accepted that the stock SGS phones have terrible GPS. I've had trouble in the past accessing the LbsTestMode (GPS Settings menu) on my phone due to differing phone codes and whatnot.
You can try downloading some apps from the market that bypass the dialer and just runs the service directly (SGS Tools for example)
I personally use Launcher Pro as my home replacement for Touchwiz, and using that I can create a shortcut directly to the GPS settings.
Here's a guide outlining how to get to it:
http://www.gmachine.net/tech/1-click-gps-settings-with-launcher-pro-activities/
The custom rom I use does not have the lbstest service though so I can't verify
You can also access some of the gps settings by going to /etc/gps.conf from your phone's root directory.
I don't know if this will help but my GPS takes forever to aquire location. I found an app called gpsfix run that then run navigation and it should work.
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Japots said:
It's universally accepted that the stock SGS phones have terrible GPS. I've had trouble in the past accessing the LbsTestMode (GPS Settings menu) on my phone due to differing phone codes and whatnot.
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Does/can a custom ROM improve the GPS of the phone?
You can try downloading some apps from the market that bypass the dialer and just runs the service directly (SGS Tools for example)
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Have GPS Status installed, but doesn't even find a single satellite. Just keeps scanning for GPS location indefinitely.
I had LauncherPro installed in Froyo and then upgraded to Gingerbread. It has now disappeared. I tried to uninstall and reinstall, and yet it still does not show up in my application list; only in settings->applications->Manage Applications. Don't have a clue how/why it is no longer accessible.
You can also access some of the gps settings by going to /etc/gps.conf from your phone's root directory.
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Will take a look there as well. Thanks.
Eric
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cyonsinn said:
I don't know if this will help but my GPS takes forever to aquire location. I found an app called gpsfix run that then run navigation and it should work.
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Do you have to leave it run in the foreground, or does it work in the background? I can't seem to find documentation on it....
Thanks,
Eric
ebenze said:
Hi,
I'm an Android noob. I recently picked up a Fascinate 3G+ from Telus (T959D) and noticed that the GPS wasn't working at all; could never get a lock. I just upgraded to Gingerbread this morning hoping that the update would resolve the issue, and it did momentarily, but now the GPS is worthless again (no lock at all).
Searching the web, I find a lot of "fixes", but they all seem to relate to Froyo. I haven't seen anything specific for Gingerbread releases.
I tried to update the AGPS configurations (as per several threads indicated) by dialing *#*#1472365#*#* , but as soon as I enter the final *, the number gets wiped out and nothing happens (just remains at the dialer with a blank entry). I don't know if this is because it is a Telus Fascinate and not a Vibrant/Captivate/etc, or if it is because of Gingerbread.
Either way, does anyone know or have any suggestions on how to fix the GPS under Gingerbread? I love the phone, but this GPS issue is driving me nuts.
Thanks,
Eric
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Follow this guide, it will eliminate all your GPS problems
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=17068903
ebenze said:
Does/can a custom ROM improve the GPS of the phone?
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Some roms claim to do so, and some users will swear by it. However, there's no concrete evidence of it being the case, unless the rom directly tinkers with your GPS settings (something anyone can do manually)
Have GPS Status installed, but doesn't even find a single satellite. Just keeps scanning for GPS location indefinitely.
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Had this too on stock. I'm on a custom rom right now, but no GPS Status app to confirm. I'd put my GPS reliability around 65% (with AGPS)
edit: Sometimes, my GPS would act dead no matter how long it sits. A hard reboot usually does the trick, but not always
I had LauncherPro installed in Froyo and then upgraded to Gingerbread. It has now disappeared. I tried to uninstall and reinstall, and yet it still does not show up in my application list; only in settings->applications->Manage Applications. Don't have a clue how/why it is no longer accessible.
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Gingerbread install must have set the default home launcher to the default touchwiz launcher. You can try going to Settings > Applications > Manage Applications > All and find TwLauncher. Under "Launch by default" click the [Clear defaults] buton and then push your Home button. It should let you choose between Launcher Pro and Tocuhwiz.
However, you can still add Launcher Pro shortcuts by long-pressing anywhere on your home screen even if you're not using Launcher Pro as your home launcher.
Do you have to leave it run in the foreground, or does it work in the background? I can't seem to find documentation on it....
Thanks,
Eric
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That guide requires you to tinker with the GPS settings which, in your orignal post, suggests you were not able to access. After you're able to access the (angry)gps settings (via an app or launcher pro), you can follow the guide. It's a one-time fix, no app will be running in the background.