I have just acquired a new, unlocked sim free Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 version and it is on a kitkat 4.4.2 firmware.
My question I notice there is no GPS toggle in quick setting so had this been removed and the location toggle used instead please?
Or it is varies depend what region firmware you used please?
Darkfunnyguy said:
I have just acquired a new, unlocked sim free Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 version and it is on a kitkat 4.4.2 firmware.
My question I notice there is no GPS toggle in quick setting so had this been removed and the location toggle used instead please?
Or it is varies depend what region firmware you used please?
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Drag down the notification bar with 2 fingers.
You'll se it there
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Darkfunnyguy said:
I have just acquired a new, unlocked sim free Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9505 version and it is on a kitkat 4.4.2 firmware.
My question I notice there is no GPS toggle in quick setting so had this been removed and the location toggle used instead please?
Or it is varies depend what region firmware you used please?
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Location toggle is as same as the GPS ones. samsung just updated the design(in my opinion they're preparing to update the UI like S5)
AbdoAdel said:
Location toggle is as same as the GPS ones. samsung just updated the design(in my opinion they're preparing to update the UI like S5)
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They wont uodate the UI
"If someone helps, never forget to hit thanks ? "
I have tried that and there is no GPS.
So is there no GPS toggle in Samsung Galaxy S5 as well, replaced by Location toggle instead?
I watched a Samsung Galaxy S5 through Youtube and yes same there there is now Location Toggle and no GPS toggle.
So the Galaxy S4 I got must be newer with more latest 4.4.2 firmware than older Galaxy S4 from last year because I watched a video on Youtube again with Galaxy S4 being updated to Kitkat 4.4.2 and still retained GPS toggle
I have attached a picture.
View attachment 3002311
Maybe I should flash older kitkat 4.4.2 version with GPS toggle in it.
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Drag down the notification bar with 2 fingers.
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nope its not there, only the location toggle which does NOT switch on gps but location services which I do NOT want... when using google maps it asks if you want to switch on the location services... not gps... havent been able to get my nav software to work yet (copilot) for some reason it just cuts out...
Darkfunnyguy said:
I have tried that and there is no GPS.
So is there no GPS toggle in Samsung Galaxy S5 as well, replaced by Location toggle instead?
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I`m looking for same... I used with Galaxy S4 Active GPS on/off. Unfortunate both S4 and S5 got direct button for "Location" not for GPS only.
I need to keep "network location service always on" so Smart Wifi can work and on/off only GPS when needed for navigation.
Any ideas appreciated... Looks like I will find some GPS widget...
kingarthas said:
I`m looking for same... I used with Galaxy S4 Active GPS on/off. Unfortunate both S4 and S5 got direct button for "Location" not for GPS only.
I need to keep "network location service always on" so Smart Wifi can work and on/off only GPS when needed for navigation.
Any ideas appreciated... Looks like I will find some GPS widget...
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I just got an S5 and was also disappointed to discover they bundled Locations Services with GPS. Like you I also want to leave network location services on but only use GPS when navigating. I'm looking through some of the modding threads to try to find a mod that puts the GPS toggle back in the Quick Settings menu.
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Hi all,
I am trying to find out how widespread the GPS locking problems are with this model. I am talking about non-assisted GPS, which can be tested using the "GPS Test" application on the market.
So, how is the GPS on your phone performing using GPS Test? Please give some detailed information like lock time, number of sattelites, urban/countryside location, and if possible firmware version of your phone.
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My Spica cannot get a lock at all, will see up to 11 satellites but most of them with signal strength bars at zero. Firmware versions tested (all same result)
1.5 (XEJB2)
2.1 (XXJD1, XXJD4, XXJF2, XXJC3)
Same pb with my wife's spica. Samdroid version with FE7.
Can't lock withour assistance. What a pitty.
Go to your Settings -> Date & Time -> Uncheck Automatic and see if it helps
Or you can try this (need root)
http://forum.samdroid.net/f38/gps-speedup-1262/
http://forum.samdroid.net/f10/fasterfix-1747/ <-- same but easier
i can get a fix under 2 minutes if I stay still...moving, it can take an eternity
AfzalivE said:
i can get a fix under 2 minutes if I stay still...moving, it can take an eternity
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http://forum.samdroid.net/f38/gps-speedup-1262/ <-- if you're willing to root you can edit it to your location.
i just don't bother with that any more...I might do it again after a month without wiping any data
rooting is like breathing to me ... as it would be to most of the people here
Anyone found a solution yet?
My spica wont connect via gps either. It just keeps blinking and nothing happens...not even after 30min.
I've tried GPStest and it reports that 12 satellites are in view but non in use, and there is no bars everything is at 0...not picking any signal at all :S
I tried my friend's one too and he gets a signal imediatley and a lock after about 10-30seconds.
Any solution to this? Is it a software problem or hardware problem?
Zitko said:
Anyone found a solution yet?
My spica wont connect via gps either. It just keeps blinking and nothing happens...not even after 30min.
I've tried GPStest and it reports that 12 satellites are in view but non in use, and there is no bars everything is at 0...not picking any signal at all :S
I tried my friend's one too and he gets a signal imediatley and a lock after about 10-30seconds.
Any solution to this? Is it a software problem or hardware problem?
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I installed the alpha CyanogenMod 2.2 and GPS is working like a charm!
Problem was with the wrong libraries being used in many of the custom roms found at SamdroidMod. Devs found out about this issue and fixed it in this 2.2 release.
I'm running original firmwire which i got on the phone. (XXJE4)
I'm not willing to install alpha cyanogen of froyo yet...Is there really no other solution? I've had a chance to compare my spica to another one with original firmwire (JE4 too) ant that other spica worked while my gps had no lock. Also i had the chance to try one with samdroid on and it worked too.
Mine works from time to time. at the moment it works, earlier today it wouldn't get a lock no matter how long i waited.
First thing-delete /data/xtra.bin- this is data for agps which seems to cause gps locking problem. You can do it with RootExplorer/SUFBS or any file manager with root rights. Or use GPS Status and Reset agps data from setting. You can also try to swap libsec-ril.so, JF2 version works best for me. If you want I can provide update packages for libsec-ril.so
i have installed cyanogenmod 7.1 on mine, and can get a lock under 1min30s outside or under 3min in the bus near the window.
I have a rooted spica with android version: 2.2.2, baseband version: i570EXXJC1, kernel version:2.6.29 and Mod version:SamdroidMod-2.2.2-a9.
When I go to google maps app and click set location I always get an error saying: location temporary unavailable ! I checked the option on Settings->Location and security->Use wireless networks and use GPS satellites. And my phone is connected to the internet.
I just bought the phone last week, and its really embarrassing not getting this to work.
schermvlieger said:
I installed the alpha CyanogenMod 2.2 and GPS is working like a charm!
Problem was with the wrong libraries being used in many of the custom roms found at SamdroidMod. Devs found out about this issue and fixed it in this 2.2 release.
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thanks for the useful info, you saved my life by this post.
i thought my gps is wrong in my spica then it was just a bug in the cooked rom. cyanogen mod is cool and gps is working now perfectly.
thanks again!
With spicagenmod + hp/yonip kernel gps work very well.
Hi all!
On JellyBean I had the location settings on Wifi+GSM networks, since GPS takes battery power and I don;t need a very accurate location. On KitKat, Google can't find my location anymore, so it seems. On Wifi/GSM Google Maps prompts "waiting for location", on GPS/Wifi/GSM is finds my location eventually but only by GPS location. No GPS reception, no location update.
Is there something broken here?
I'm running a stock EU Z1 compact, no root, no custom ROM or anything.
Same problem here. I no longer have any GPS settings on my phone. There is not even an option under Quick Settings to add a GPS toggle. The Sonly widget has a GPS toggle but it does nothing. Navigation software can not find the GPS either. I have no GPS.
The Google Location started working again a few days ago, without any action from my side.... Maybe some error in the Google service?
relsinga said:
The Google Location started working again a few days ago, without any action from my side.... Maybe some error in the Google service?
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Mine got going again after a factory reset and some software loaded on.
Do you have a distinct GPS quick toggle? I don't.
You can go to the Settings, Location menu and switch between 3 options: GPS+Wifi+Mobile networks, Wifi+Mobile networks and GPS only.
hello everyone
I have s3 neo dual sim gt 19300I
and offical Rom 4.4.4 HongKong version because SamMobile no firmware for any European country.
One thing I did notice, only when I installed navigation on mobile beheld that he lacks GPS icon on the staus bar, so that it can not nowhere to turn it on, it seems strange to me, otherwise the firmware is 4.4.4 orginalini with SamMobile option for Hong Kong because it was not offered even one from Europe.
What if it could be, how come that's wrong with this icon?
I've looked but can not be included anywhere else, because whatever you try to run only through the GPS says we switch it on.
I tried to go to the location, so he just turn gps mod, but we can not always when you start anything that goes only via GPS, get a message to switch it on.
Thanks in advance for your help.
aco77 said:
hello everyone
I have s3 neo dual sim gt 19300I
and offical Rom 4.4.4 HongKong version because SamMobile no firmware for any European country.
One thing I did notice, only when I installed navigation on mobile beheld that he lacks GPS icon on the staus bar, so that it can not nowhere to turn it on, it seems strange to me, otherwise the firmware is 4.4.4 orginalini with SamMobile option for Hong Kong because it was not offered even one from Europe.
What if it could be, how come that's wrong with this icon?
I've looked but can not be included anywhere else, because whatever you try to run only through the GPS says we switch it on.
I tried to go to the location, so he just turn gps mod, but we can not always when you start anything that goes only via GPS, get a message to switch it on.
Thanks in advance for your help.
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The message to turn it on might be related to the google increased accuracy. What app are you using?
Enable High accuracy and allow google for scanning wifi.
[QRCODE][/QRCODE]
sk1887 said:
The message to turn it on might be related to the google increased accuracy. What app are you using?
Enable High accuracy and allow google for scanning wifi.
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I only use gps
When I turn then works great accuracy.
otherwise navigation garmin, we worked only on GPS signals without problems, now will not, throws me a message incorporate GPS.
also now can not even refresh weather on aćuveather although included WIFI, before worked without problems.
Hi guys, I am aware than in stock Android lollipop 5.1 (for example on Nexus phones), it is possible to actually switch the wi-fi network you are connected to from within the actual notification drawer. On the S4, this is not possible, you can only turn on and off wi-fi, to switch it you have to hold the wifi toggle and then it takes you into wifi settings (or you can go into settings then wifi seperately), BUT basically the S4 version means having to go onto a new screen .
Does anybody know of any mods or apps which could allow this functionality within the notification drawer????
PS. I'm rooted and have Xposed Framework if that helps..
So you understand what I wish to achieve I have provided this link which explains how it works on Android 5.1: http://www.addictivetips.com/androi...-from-the-notification-center-in-android-5-1/
Cheers guys
G'Day All
Am living in Australia and I have a G900P which works but is not overly happy.
The gps is beyond useless and it generally runs rather slow.
Has been suggested that I root the thing and put different firmware on.
I used to use cyanogenmod on the s3.
Is this still a good rooting or what do people recommend?
Am I better off trying just a stock firmware?
I'm not crash hot at this thing so the simpler the better.
Cheers
Nich
gwalch said:
G'Day All. Am living in Australia and I have a G900P which works but is not overly happy. The gps is beyond useless and it generally runs rather slow. Has been suggested that I root the thing and put different firmware on. I used to use cyanogenmod on the s3. Is this still a good rooting or what do people recommend? Am I better off trying just a stock firmware? I'm not crash hot at this thing so the simpler the better. Cheers, Nich
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Your best bet is to post this question within the following thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2700073
Good Luck!
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Thanks muchly.
I'll give it a go.
Cheers
gwalch said:
G'Day All
Am living in Australia and I have a G900P which works but is not overly happy.
The gps is beyond useless and it generally runs rather slow.
Has been suggested that I root the thing and put different firmware on.
I used to use cyanogenmod on the s3.
Is this still a good rooting or what do people recommend?
Am I better off trying just a stock firmware?
I'm not crash hot at this thing so the simpler the better.
Cheers
Nich
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Hi,
Just wondering why are you using Sprint/USA version of s5 in Australia instead of SM-G900I version. As far as I know SM-G900P version works outside USA but might cause some issues with 4G/LTE or mobile data.
Anyway, if you want to stick to SM-G900P in Australia then:
1. "GPS useless" - why? doesn't work? Slow positioning?
Try updating A-GPS (Assisted GPS) data for accurate and faster positioning:
- install from Google Play the "GPS test" app
- enable "Location" in your phone
- open the app -> open three-point symbol menu in the top right -> AGPS -> Clear and update.
2. Phone "runs rather slow":
Enable Safe mode (Safe mode can help you to track down the causes of problems you may be having with your smartphone - it will temporarily disable all third-party apps which you installed) and see if your phone performs better. If yes, try to find out what app is causing your problem. If not, try fresh install of the latest stock firmware with full wipe before playing with any custom firmware.
Regards
Many40 said:
Hi,
Just wondering why are you using Sprint/USA version of s5 in Australia instead of SM-G900I version. As far as I know SM-G900P version works outside USA but might cause some issues with 4G/LTE or mobile data.
Anyway, if you want to stick to SM-G900P in Australia then:
1. "GPS useless" - why? doesn't work? Slow positioning?
Try updating A-GPS (Assisted GPS) data for accurate and faster positioning:
- install from Google Play the "GPS test" app
- enable "Location" in your phone
- open the app -> open three-point symbol menu in the top right -> AGPS -> Clear and update.
2. Phone "runs rather slow":
Enable Safe mode (Safe mode can help you to track down the causes of problems you may be having with your smartphone - it will temporarily disable all third-party apps which you installed) and see if your phone performs better. If yes, try to find out what app is causing your problem. If not, try fresh install of the latest stock firmware with full wipe before playing with any custom firmware.
Regards
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G'Day!!!
I am running a Sprint model because I made a bad ebay purchase and I am hoping to save face and $$$ by getting the bugger to work.
I wasn't aware of the different models at the time of purchase and as I bought it from a person here in Aus I just assumed that it would be ok.
The 4G / mobile data side of the phone is great.. no worries at all.
I have just arrived home from a road trip interstate (1500kms) and had no issues at all with reception and internet.
As for the GPS issues.. I have tried all of your suggestions wit no joy.
The main issue I have is that it can take up to 15 minutes to get a lock.. if at all.. and then the best accuracy I have ever seen is 11M.
I can stick my wifes S5 g900I beside mine out in the open.. clear A-GPS etc on both and hit the go button at the same time and hers will get a lock with 3M accuracy within 15-30 seconds.. and mine will just chug away beside hers for minutes on end.
In regards to the slow issues.. I have had a quick play with safe mode and there is noticeable difference so I will get out the knife and chop out some of the apps.
I would like to try a full wipe and latest stock firmware but honestly don't know which one to install.. XAS, BST, XAR, SPR (CDMA), or VMU
Any help on that selection would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Nich
gwalch said:
G'Day!!!
I am running a Sprint model because I made a bad ebay purchase and I am hoping to save face and $$$ by getting the bugger to work.
I wasn't aware of the different models at the time of purchase and as I bought it from a person here in Aus I just assumed that it would be ok.
The 4G / mobile data side of the phone is great.. no worries at all.
I have just arrived home from a road trip interstate (1500kms) and had no issues at all with reception and internet.
As for the GPS issues.. I have tried all of your suggestions wit no joy.
The main issue I have is that it can take up to 15 minutes to get a lock.. if at all.. and then the best accuracy I have ever seen is 11M.
I can stick my wifes S5 g900I beside mine out in the open.. clear A-GPS etc on both and hit the go button at the same time and hers will get a lock with 3M accuracy within 15-30 seconds.. and mine will just chug away beside hers for minutes on end.
In regards to the slow issues.. I have had a quick play with safe mode and there is noticeable difference so I will get out the knife and chop out some of the apps.
I would like to try a full wipe and latest stock firmware but honestly don't know which one to install.. XAS, BST, XAR, SPR (CDMA), or VMU
Any help on that selection would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers
Nich
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Hi,
After reading this:
https://www.frequencycheck.com/comp...00p-galaxy-s5-lte-a-samsung-pacific/australia
I am positively surprised that you are not having any issues with LTE/4G.
Concerning latest stock firmware it is quite tricky thing - should be compatible with the phone model and also work on your Australian carrier.
Could you tell me two things:
1. What firmware do you have currently installed (PDA/Baseband/CSC)?
2. What is your carrier in Australia?
Many40 said:
Hi,
After reading this:
https://www.frequencycheck.com/comp...00p-galaxy-s5-lte-a-samsung-pacific/australia
I am positively surprised that you are not having any issues with LTE/4G.
Concerning latest stock firmware it is quite tricky thing - should be compatible with the phone model and also work on your Australian carrier.
Could you tell me two things:
1. What firmware do you have currently installed (PDA/Baseband/CSC)?
2. What is your carrier in Australia?
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The carrier I am using is Aldi (which uses the Telstra 4G network)
https://www.frequencycheck.com/carr...xy-s5-lte-a-samsung-pacific/telstra-australia
Apparently I am only working 4 out of the 7 bands.. but honestly I have no problems with the data or phone connections.
Firmware:
Baseband: G900PVPU3BOG1
AP: G900PVPU1BOA6
CP: G900PVPU3BOG1
CSC: G900PSPT1BOA6
Cheers
gwalch said:
The carrier I am using is Aldi (which uses the Telstra 4G network)
https://www.frequencycheck.com/carr...xy-s5-lte-a-samsung-pacific/telstra-australia
Apparently I am only working 4 out of the 7 bands.. but honestly I have no problems with the data or phone connections.
Firmware:
Baseband: G900PVPU3BOG1
AP: G900PVPU1BOA6
CP: G900PVPU3BOG1
CSC: G900PSPT1BOA6
Cheers
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So my concerns were correct - you are not getting LTE as Telstra LTE bands are not supported by the phone. So I assume HSPA+ works for you.
Regarding your firmware it is strange a little: you have android 5.0 installed but seems your baseband comes from a little bit newer release of the android 5.0 firmware - official stock G900PVPU1BOA6 (PDA) firmware should contain G900PVPU1BOA6 baseband/modem. It looks like somebody flashed newer modem after flashing firmware - is your flash counter/KNOX triggered already?
Anyway if you want to try fresh installation of the stock firmware try latest available one from sammobile.com compatible with your phone. To be honest I have no experience with this phone (my is SM-G900F) and even less with using it in Australia so do it at your own risk
Many40 said:
So my concerns were correct - you are not getting LTE as Telstra LTE bands are not supported by the phone. So I assume HSPA+ works for you.
Regarding your firmware it is strange a little: you have android 5.0 installed but seems your baseband comes from a little bit newer release of the android 5.0 firmware - official stock G900PVPU1BOA6 (PDA) firmware should contain G900PVPU1BOA6 baseband/modem. It looks like somebody flashed newer modem after flashing firmware - is your flash counter/KNOX triggered already?
Anyway if you want to try fresh installation of the stock firmware try latest available one from sammobile.com compatible with your phone. To be honest I have no experience with this phone (my is SM-G900F) and even less with using it in Australia so do it at your own risk
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Oh well.
I might just leave the firmware as is.
I'll just play around with removing apps
The flash counter/KNOX is still showing 0x0.
Any clues as to the GPS issues?? Or could it all be related??
Thanks so much for your help so far.
gwalch said:
Oh well.
I might just leave the firmware as is.
I'll just play around with removing apps
The flash counter/KNOX is still showing 0x0.
Any clues as to the GPS issues?? Or could it all be related??
Thanks so much for your help so far.
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Found this on another forum: https://androidforums.com/threads/gps-fix-s5-dummies-guide.907733/
Try and play a little with your gps. Hopefully your issue is not hardware related and can be solved.
Edit: Also, (I am not pressing you) for some users upgrading firmware helped with gps issues - so it is up to you.
Regards
Many40.. I thank you very much for all your assistance so far.. very much appreciated.
I have tried that GPS Fix link you gave me and there is no change.
I think I'll just persevere with what I have and look at an upgrade the phone.
Cheers