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Hi,
today I upgraded my htc3600 to test gps version, and gps work's really nice! But I can't find gps on/off button and wondering is gps working all the time or just when gps programs running!!?
Regards
I believe it's auto on off. Because after a certain time if I leave my navigation software off and turn it back on it has to redetect the satellites. But I could be wrong. Then again I don't notice any difference in uptime. Still get about 2 days per pull charge.
Mikroft said:
I believe it's auto on off. Because after a certain time if I leave my navigation software off and turn it back on it has to redetect the satellites. But I could be wrong. Then again I don't notice any difference in uptime. Still get about 2 days per pull charge.
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ok, i believe so.....
tnx
Tiberius23 said:
ok, i believe so.....
tnx
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GPS will be activated as soon as an application send a request on com-port 9. By default GPS is off. When a program stop listening on com-port 9 the GPS turns off.
Furthermore GPS requires little power usage. In a common Bluetooth GPS mouse the bluetooth radio part consumes most power.
Guys, so can we confirm that it's GPS and not A-GPS? And yes, I'm a rookie in the field.
A-GPS and GPS are both working GPS... it is just that A-GPS also incorporate additional functions which allow position fixing based on cellular network position signal. In fact, A-GPS is better than normal GPS in city environment as it allow quicker and more accurate position fix when compare to just using GPS satellite along. I hope this will make it more clear to everyone regarding A-GPS and normal GPS... they are both the same thing but A-GPS is better for city environment.
Anyway, just my two cents.
wowpeter said:
A-GPS and GPS are both working GPS... it is just that A-GPS also incorporate additional functions which allow position fixing based on cellular network position signal. In fact, A-GPS is better than normal GPS in city environment as it allow quicker and more accurate position fix when compare to just using GPS satellite along. I hope this will make it more clear to everyone regarding A-GPS and normal GPS... they are both the same thing but A-GPS is better for city environment.
Anyway, just my two cents.
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Yes, I understand that A-GPS may allow you to get your position quicker because it's assisted by cell towers but what I don't understand is that I don't know if cellular towers must be present for it to work? In other words, can I use A-GPS in the middle of no-where? If not, then I need GPS and need to know if the Trinity has GPS or A-GPS...
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Yes, I understand that A-GPS may allow you to get your position quicker because it's assisted by cell towers but what I don't understand is that I don't know if cellular towers must be present for it to work? In other words, can I use A-GPS in the middle of no-where? If not, then I need GPS and need to know if the Trinity has GPS or A-GPS...
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In my country, A-GPS is not supported by the mobile operators. However, my trinity doe have functionable GPS, therefot, the GPS will work without celltowers...
(allthough in my opinion, the quality of the GPS recieving is poor at best)
forcedalias said:
Yes, I understand that A-GPS may allow you to get your position quicker because it's assisted by cell towers but what I don't understand is that I don't know if cellular towers must be present for it to work? In other words, can I use A-GPS in the middle of no-where? If not, then I need GPS and need to know if the Trinity has GPS or A-GPS...
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A-GPS assists, it doesn't need to be there for the GPS to work, the receiver just locks in slower without it. You could be out in the middle of nowhere with no phone service but GPS is still sending signals from space and the GPS receiver will work. It would be stupid to have GPS that only worked when there are reliable cell towers...we know how reliable they are .
Hi, anybody with this test rom can do a benchmark for battery life with gps always on and see how long it lasts?
tks
Matterhorn said:
A-GPS assists, it doesn't need to be there for the GPS to work, the receiver just locks in slower without it. You could be out in the middle of nowhere with no phone service but GPS is still sending signals from space and the GPS receiver will work. It would be stupid to have GPS that only worked when there are reliable cell towers...we know how reliable they are .
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I was under the impression that towers were necessary the way everyone's always bummed out to hear that a phone's GPS unit is an A-GPS one. Glad to hear it's better (?).
I found a link at wikipedia.com that gives a good explanation of a-gps.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A-GPS
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Hi, anybody with this test rom can do a benchmark for battery life with gps always on and see how long it lasts?
tks
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Nobody ?
Mfg Ulti
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Nobody ?
Mfg Ulti
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I did not a benchmark but my experience are very good.
I drove 2 hours and had a battery drain of 10%.
If the battery drain scales linear it means I can drive 20 hours nonstop.
I think 20 hours is not possible but you can easely drive up to 8 hours on your battery.
Hi,
wow 8 hours that´s enough !
in how is the signal quality by comparison
with an SIRF III or another GPS-Mouse ?
Cu Ulti and THX !
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Hi,
in how is the signal quality by comparison
with an SIRF III or another GPS-Mouse ?
Cu Ulti and THX !
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In my opinion not as good as a stand alone GPS. I own a SiRF XTrac GPS (royaltek rbt1000) and it is far superior. P3600 fix times are in the multiple minutes sometimes/mostly, and reception is worse. My stand alone GPS almost allways recieved 6 to 10 satellites, my P3600 usually 2 to 4, sometimes only 1, hardly ever more then 5
I just tested my built in GPS in downtown area, lots of buildings. It cannot always hold the signal and drops sometimes. The standalone has never dropped a signal for me yet.
Hi,
that makes me sad !
Is there a possibility to improve the quality with a new ROM ?
I don´t think so but perhaps somebody knows more than I !
Mfg Ulti
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Hi,
that makes me sad !
Is there a possibility to improve the quality with a new ROM ?
I don´t think so but perhaps somebody knows more than I !
Mfg Ulti
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Well I mean if you're not in downtown core area it works fine. Still takes a bit longer to get a fix than my BT unit but other than that it works fine.
Comparison ..
Ulti said:
Hi,
wow 8 hours that´s enough !
in how is the signal quality by comparison
with an SIRF III or another GPS-Mouse ?
Cu Ulti and THX !
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I did a comparison between the trinity internal GPS and a SiRFIII GPSr.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=1123327&posted=1#post1123327
Have a look for yourself.
Hi Guys,
I noticed my GPS takes about 30s ~ 1 minute to get its Satellite positions verified.
Is this normal? However, it takes < 4s if your are at the same position.
I read about the Artemis having a QuickGPS software that download satellite information periodically from HTC to quicken the GPS fix process.
Anyone can dump this software to see if it works for the Trinity?
I manage to get the QuickGPS meant for HP GPS phones... but dun see much improvemet.
Artemis is using SirfIII chipset.... anyone has both devices with them to advise if its any better compared to the Trinity?
Does anyone knows if QuickGPS will work only with any particular chipset?
Regards
Fei Yu
There is a post from someone who owns both in the middle portion of the GPS test rom thread.
I own both as well, but I have been reluctant to try the test rom on my trinity with the imminent release of the official HTC GPS rom. I have also posted a couple of times already with the same question as to whether Quick GPS would work with Trinity or would be included in the official rom update.
If someone would instruct me on how to dump the program from the Artemis, I would be happy to do it. Post here or send me a PM if you want to provide instructions.
Turn left at the lights you passed 30 seconds ago.
the p3300 use a technology called SiRF InstantFix. I don't think there's something like this also for qualcomm chipset.
Guybrush said:
the p3300 use a technology called SiRF InstantFix. I don't think there's something like this also for qualcomm chipset.
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Thanks for the info...I remember reading about this - I just didn't know it was proprietary. Kinda hoping it was code that could be applied to any GPS receiver. Oh well...
According to Qualcomm their GPS implimentation, gpsOne, has a number of GPS "modes":
Standalone GPS: The GPS receiver calculates a position without using any assistance data and without a connection to
the wireless network.
MS-Based: The GPS receiver calculates the position using assistance data from a location server to increase cold-start
sensitivity and reduce the start time for an initial position calculation.
MS-Assisted: The GPS receiver uses assistance data from a location server to make measurements related to its distance
from the GPS satellites, then sends this information to the location server where the position is calculated. This mode also
increases cold start sensitivity and reduces the start time for an initial position calculation.
MS-Assisted/Hybrid: Wireless network information is added to GPS measurements as part of the position calculation by
the location server, integrating the relative strengths of GPS information and available wireless network location information
for increased positioning reliability in difficult GPS environments.
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In their specs they claim:
•Accuracy 5-15 meters in assisted modes, open sky
•TTFF processing time 2-10 seconds in assisted modes, open sky
•Sensitivity of existing or planned devices varies from -154dBm to -160dBm in assisted modes depending on phone parameters and chip implementation
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It seems that as long as your provider has implemented the "assist" functionality in their network you will get fast fixes. Not sure if QuickGPS or something like it would have any positive impact on TTFF. Might be an opportunity for a enterprising software developer.
Hi everyone,
Have anyone noticed the slow calculation/refresh rate of GPS once it's active and navigating? Hold it in your hand and walk, there will be no refresh rate at all ! Your speed will be at 0 km/hr and the co-ordinates will not change at all. If you are in a car and it's stand still or on a traffic signal, or if there's a traffic jam and you are standstill and very immediately you have to turn right/left, you are sure to lose your way since it takes some time after the vehicle is in motion already to calculate and refresh your actual position and speed. Even when you are driving, there's a constant slow refresh rate of around 4 seconds. i.e. say you are accelerating the speed of your car, notice the speed being shown on the GPS software, it'll show your actual speed at a delay of 4/5 seconds. Same goes when you apply brakes, your speed suddenly goes down but the GPS will take it's time to reflect the correct speed.
I must say I am very disappointed with the GPS performace since my last phone was Trinity, it's GPS chip is just normal/ no agps but it's performance is much better than diamond's GPS. Trinity's GPS is immediate refresh rate with no such delays at all.
Test your diamond GPS observing what I said in this post and please post results here.
Are u sure it`s GPS issue not an software one ? Which software do you use for navigation ?
It's not a software issue since I've used TomTom and Garmin MobileXT with same results.
Same issue here!
Plus, the serial port keeps disconnecting of the internal GPS receiver keeps on disconnecting...
Which radio version have you on your device? This for sure software related (firmware, GPS navigation software or drivers)...
HastaSSSS
Have you enabled the AGPS on tweak? I found with this on the port would consistently connect and disconnect. Plus the refresh rate on TomTom was very very slow either driving or walking.
Today I turned AGPS off as where I travel it's not really needed anyway and bam!
Refresh rate both driving and walking is as good as my TomTom unit.
Today I drove with them both on and they were virtually in sync on the maps and spoken directions all the way. Very pleased.
Oh and ensuring "Receive all beams" is off in connections can help with TomTom too.
My details in case this has anything to do with it...
ROM : 1.37.405.1
Date: 10/06/2008
Radio: 1.00.25.03
Protocol: 52.26a.25.09H
And can you change the gpx settings under WM settings?
Even if I try to change the baud rate, when I go inside the configuration file, it's back to 4800 again...
HastaSSSS
This is a common problem with modern GPS chipsets - the way that they reduce multipath interference (from tall buildings, etc.) means that they often ignore movements below a certain speed (which can be often higher than walking pace).
Assuming that the HTC Touch Diamond uses the SirfStar 3 chipset (does anyone know for sure), this problem could theoretically be reduced by altering the 'static navigation' setting (see point 4 in this post for more details on static navigation and why it results in poor low-speed accuracy). However, how you'd actually tell the chipset to disable this feature, I don't know...
On an unrelated note, I have to say I'm extremely impressed with the sensitivity of the GPS chipset in the Diamond - it's managed to get lock in the middle of the my house, which is an amazing feat, and not one I've seen either my MTK or SirfStar standalone receivers achieve.
I am also pretty satisfied with the GPS performance. Can't complain on that!
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This is a common problem with modern GPS chipsets - the way that they reduce multipath interference (from tall buildings, etc.) means that they often ignore movements below a certain speed (which can be often higher than walking pace).
Assuming that the HTC Touch Diamond uses the SirfStar 3 chipset (does anyone know for sure), this problem could theoretically be reduced by altering the 'static navigation' setting (see point 4 in this post for more details on static navigation and why it results in poor low-speed accuracy). However, how you'd actually tell the chipset to disable this feature, I don't know...
On an unrelated note, I have to say I'm extremely impressed with the sensitivity of the GPS chipset in the Diamond - it's managed to get lock in the middle of the my house, which is an amazing feat, and not one I've seen either my MTK or SirfStar standalone receivers achieve.
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It's a good theory, no doubt about that, but I think it's more a lag in the communication between the receiver and the phone, or a lag on the rendering of the map.
Your explanation doesn't foresee as well the reason why the connection keeps falling...
But I've learned already something with your post. Didn't knew about that "feature" or "characteristic" of the SIRF III receivers.
HastaSSSS
My experience with the Diamonds GPS is 100% better than on my HTC P3600.
I primarly use the GPS with google maps in Canada, and Jamaica and it gives me accurcy to about 15 feet.. where with the 3600 it was accurate to about 30-40 feet. Normally have about 7 to 8 stats connected. Didn't touch any of the default settings on the phone.
I also tested with Live Search and GPS tuner v5 and works perfectly. Fast lock times (5-10seconds)....
Chris
snoopstah said:
This is a common problem with modern GPS chipsets - the way that they reduce multipath interference (from tall buildings, etc.) means that they often ignore movements below a certain speed (which can be often higher than walking pace).
Assuming that the HTC Touch Diamond uses the SirfStar 3 chipset (does anyone know for sure), this problem could theoretically be reduced by altering the 'static navigation' setting (see point 4 in this post for more details on static navigation and why it results in poor low-speed accuracy). However, how you'd actually tell the chipset to disable this feature, I don't know...
On an unrelated note, I have to say I'm extremely impressed with the sensitivity of the GPS chipset in the Diamond - it's managed to get lock in the middle of the my house, which is an amazing feat, and not one I've seen either my MTK or SirfStar standalone receivers achieve.
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If that's true according to the static navigation thing? how can we disable it on our diamond? Can somebody throw a clue?
About AGPS, I haven't enabled it, or it's enabled by default in the new rom? 1.37 one?
It's like this with even AGSP disabled so it's certainly not the AGPS which is causing this delay in reception.
After googling and studying, i've found out that it's indeed the STATIC NAVIGATION which has been enabled by default on the diamond chip. Somone have any idea how to disable it? Please share
nice to see that I m not the only one with that problem, I was asking myself if it was my device who was deffective. On my cruise there was no lag at all.
I took mine out walking today and noticed it was telling me I was stood still for about 30 yds.
So I took it and my standalone out and the Diamond is rubbish but my big tomtom unit is great!
What's the point of GPS in a handheld device if you can't use it walking?
I hope this is easy to remedy.
I'm pretty sure that they don't use SirfStar III which would present much better GPS performance. Most probably they just incorporated the GPS section in the Qualcomm processor. Of course you can buy a SirfStar III Bluetooth receiver, but it doesn't make sense if you already got GPS built-in the device. I can only say that I was using HTC Hermes with SS III BT receiver a lot (more than 8 hours daily) and when I heard that HTC Kaiser had GPS build-in I was very happy untill almost immediately after trying TomTom on my new device I noticed worse performance. With Diamond it's the same story. Unfortunately...
A-GPS.
When I got the phone I installed the advanced config tool to adjust soms settings.
I also noticed A-GPS was off.
So I was thinking that turning it on might be a smart move.
Which it wasn't. TomTom reception was bad, waiting minutes would give maybe 4 sattelites en losing them constantly.
After turning of A-GPS again.. Whitin secconds .. I got 8 sattelites with a steady signal.
TomTom works fine for me now.
Excuses for my bad english...
for "foot" navigation the igo8 has a special setup along with "car", "bicycle"' "public transportation" and so on...why blame the diamond? blame yr navigation software! how many ppl said their navigation is the best? best, my ass the best.
be cool, soon igo8 is going to be avaible for diamond also
as for the diamond's gps...it works inside my house, first floor !!!
I really feel for you guys. GPS is one thing I definitely want to be working perfectly, and I can say with the diamond so far that has been the case. I'm getting a lock in about 15-20 seconds with about 12 satellites. I'm also using QuickGPS with no problems. I have been using the new TomTom 7 and it is absolutely fantastic!!!!!! Best handheld GPS solution I've ever owned, and I don't see why it would not be identical to a TomTom PNA!
My GPS is also not accurate, I'm using Tomtom7 and its telling me my home address is atleast 30 metres away when I'm at my home address. What the hell!!!!
I have tried enabling and disabling the A-GPS option and still its the same result.
Dear everyone again ^__^,
I'm sure every very excite with your D2. I'm previously use SE X1 with also a good device.... however, as you may know that SE X1 have VERY GPS lag problem since it release and it never be better even many RADIO updated (yes it better that original first stock radio but it not enough). and many people include me using Register Editor to enhance the X1 GPS.
yesterday I just try to use same register edited on D2 even D2's GPS is very good already. After soft-reset, I found it even better so I design to share with everyone...
to do this, you need to edit the D2 registery using any register editor. please follow the instuction below
Under: HKLM\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\GPS Intermediate Driver\
- Drivers\GpsOneDevice\PollInterval -> 100 (default is 1000)
- Drivers\InputBufferSize -> 512 (default is 4096)
- Drivers\OutputBufferSize -> 512 (default is 4096)
- Drivers\SleepOnNoData -> 100 (default is 1000)
- Multiplexer\MaxBufferSize -> 512 (by default not present, found it by
analysing gpsdriver.dll (or gpsid_htc.dll, not sure anymore ))
In addition, This solution it will enhance the "GPS Intermediate Driver" only (as far as I tested). So after edited. if your GPS software still set the GPS to use direct HARDWARE (for example: in Garmin is set to COM 4 port). it will not effect. I not sure for other GPS software, but in Garmin you have to change from COM4 to "GPS Intermediate Driver"
Good luck everyone!
Extra note: One point you need to understand is "GPS Intermediate Driver" is a software base stand between GPS hardware and program. when you start using "GPS Intermediate Driver" one thing may notice is they seem to lock to sattilite slow than hardware which it not ture. you may not see it try to locate the sattilite because sometime "GPS Intermediate Driver" will only show you the status once it already sattilite's LOCK!
ok, but how can I set gps intermediate driver to tt7 or igo8?
Since the GPS intermediate driver sits between the real GPS port and provides multiplexed GPS ports to applications, the best way to avoid any lag is to avoid it entirely and to make sure your GPS software is using the actual GPS hardware port?
Yes! That what I thourght at first...... however, after do some research and test out... I found GPS intermediate driver have many Benefits more than using Real Hardware one. At least it help to save battery (not sure bout D2 but in X1 I got this result)
if anyone want more detail on "GPS intermediate driver" please check link before
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc907971.aspx
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ok, but how can I set gps intermediate driver to tt7 or igo8?
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I'm not sure about tt7 or Igo8 since I not use them. but in Garmin when I go to setup and choose the GPS hardware.. it show all the hardware option for example
External GPS (BT)
GPS intermediate driver
Hardware Port (com4, com7)
Sorry that I can't help...
can u guys get signal inside the car? i cant do that
shakiraa said:
can u guys get signal inside the car? i cant do that
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I can get a signal inside work, inside house and inside car.
To get better reception mount your device near the front windscreen
shakiraa said:
can u guys get signal inside the car? i cant do that
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Dear shakiraa,
All of my previous PDA with GPS can recieve the signal inside and even when I drive. However, base from my own exp. sometime if the car you drive have attached UV film protection on car windows or a dark film. it can block the GPS singnal when you sit inside. if you want to test out your GPS when drive, I recommend you better make GPS fixed the sattilite before you drive.
Normally, once GPS get Fixed! it will always connect even in low signal and if the signal is lost after first fixed. it will reconnect quickly.
Hope this will help.
PS: Sorry about my english
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Dear shakiraa,
All of my previous PDA with GPS can recieve the signal inside and even when I drive. However, base from my own exp. sometime if the car you drive have attached UV film protection on car windows or a dark film. it can block the GPS singnal when you sit inside. if you want to test out your GPS when drive, I recommend you better make GPS fixed the sattilite before you drive.
Normally, once GPS get Fixed! it will always connect even in low signal and if the signal is lost after first fixed. it will reconnect quickly.
Hope this will help.
PS: Sorry about my english
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thanks bro. this is really helpful, in fact great news!
now noob question, how do i fix the signal, what settings should i set for my TD2? thanks so much!
... and here with pics
http://blog.mohdimran.com/2008/11/htc-touch-pro-gps-problem-tweaking.html?showComment=1226634120000
Hi,
Hope this is not a dumb question but how do I enable GPS in new Teclast x98 air 64 running Win 10 ? I am in Android and , unlike my old Galaxy P1000, there seems to be no option to turn on GPS. I can't find any reference to GPS in settings or anywhere. Specs say it comes with GPS . Any recommendations for good GPS using satellites rather than phone to save costs once I work this out?
Thanks so much,
Kerry
kerryajs said:
Hi,
Hope this is not a dumb question but how do I enable GPS in new Teclast x98 air 64 running Win 10 ? I am in Android and , unlike my old Galaxy P1000, there seems to be no option to turn on GPS. I can't find any reference to GPS in settings or anywhere. Specs say it comes with GPS . Any recommendations for good GPS using satellites rather than phone to save costs once I work this out?
Thanks so much,
Kerry
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I have exactly the same problem, do you solve it?
In the Device Manager (Windows 10) there is sensor: Broadcom 4752 Geolocation GNSS sensor and Kionix Sensor Fusion device.Les both work, I think there's a good gps, but it is inactive?
I also installed a compass app and it does not work: no compass sensor Was detected!
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Hi,
As far as I can tell , GPS comes on automatically when you start a GPS program. I have not tried it in Win 10 but it does appear to work in Android using Sygic or Beonroad. I have been sick and have not been out to test it much so haven't tweaked it yet.
The one time I used Sygic, the screen showed the route but there were no voice instructions so you'd better have a back seat driver who can navigate better than my 82 year old, half blind Dad! Otherwise, pretty useless. But , as I said , I just haven't been able to work it all out yet .
If I get more info or find a better program for GPS, I will let you know. Hope this helps.
Kind Regards,
Kerry
tilane said:
I have exactly the same problem, do you solve it?
In the Device Manager (Windows 10) there is sensor: Broadcom 4752 Geolocation GNSS sensor and Kionix Sensor Fusion device.Les both work, I think there's a good gps, but it is inactive?
I also installed a compass app and it does not work: no compass sensor Was detected!
Teclast x98 air 64 C5J8 from Geekbuying
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Hi,
the revision C5J8 goes without GPS functions
Thanks so much for your reply. Kerry
Thanks so much for your reply. Kerry
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Thanks so much for your reply. Kerry
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hi, I just got my x98 air 3G C5J8, and I can turn GPS on in Android settings. How is that possible?
GPS enabling.
langweiligh3 said:
hi, I just got my x98 air 3G C5J8, and I can turn GPS on in Android settings. How is that possible?
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Hi,
It appears GPS enables automatically when you turn on the navigation program. There is no button or icon that I can find that enables it. I am still having problems with it but will post again when I sort them out.
Kerry
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It appears GPS enables automatically when you turn on...
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I mean, this revision with Z3735F shouldn't have GPS, right? it's the new one. but still there is the option to use GPS in settings
GPS apps I have tried and what is Z3735F?
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I mean, this revision with Z3735F shouldn't have GPS, right? it's the new one. but still there is the option to use GPS in settings
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Hi, I am afraid I don;t know what this revision Z3735F means. Is it an update than can be downloaded?
So far, I am having little success with any GPS apps. I have tried several free ones for android such as Map, Scout, Go, Navigator and Sygic. Sygic was the only one that was even a bit successful but, sometimes it worked and sometimes not.
Some don't recognize streets when typed in and most won't give voice direction or only start voice direction when you are nearly at your destination!
Others start and then act like they are in sleep mode with the screen going black even though I have set the sleep mode to only come on after 30 minutes.
Most are not intuitive. I can't find simple things like add to Favourites very easily or other simple requests. Some of them are not even clear on adding a start and finish point which is surely the whole point of a GPS Sat Nav app!
I live in a very densely treed area but even in very clear areas ,they often do not pick up GPS satellites. I have downloaded all current maps for Australia where I live. I am going to try GPS Essentials said to improve GPS capabilities. I am not hopeful.
Anyone know of any good paid ones that my be better?
Kerry
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No! I have the C5J8 model ... GPS works fine when booted to Windows 10, in fact seems to acquire position very quickly compared to what I'm used to with the many Android devices I use (I'm a passionate user of Osmand+ for navigation). So the GPS hardware is there, you can check it for yourself. In windows go to " Settings - Devices - Connected devices - Device manager " and expand the " Sensors " subheading, and in mine I see:-
Broadcom GNSS 4752 Geolocation Sensor
So it seems we simply need a way for the Adroid 5.0 operating system to connect with it. Sadly, I've NOT been able to root the android system yet to do "dmesg" type stuff yet.
I reckon I'll start a thread to Root the X98 Air 3G C5J8 model, or does someomne here already know how to do it?
Thanks! I will try your suggestions.
trevh said:
No! I have the C5J8 model ... GPS works fine when booted to Windows 10, in fact seems to acquire position very quickly compared to what I'm used to with the many Android devices I use (I'm a passionate user of Osmand+ for navigation). So the GPS hardware is there, you can check it for yourself. In windows go to " Settings - Devices - Connected devices - Device manager " and expand the " Sensors " subheading, and in mine I see:-
Broadcom GNSS 4752 Geolocation Sensor
So it seems we simply need a way for the Adroid 5.0 operating system to connect with it. Sadly, I've NOT been able to root the android system yet to do "dmesg" type stuff yet.
I reckon I'll start a thread to Root the X98 Air 3G C5J8 model, or does someomne here already know how to do it?
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Thanks so much. Interesting information. I will research Osmand plus. I am much happier with the Win 10 part of the Teclast Air 64 so , if I can get GPS on that, I may have better results. I will Google what you have said and try checking for GPS hardware as you suggested .
Thank you again.
Kerry
Hi.
I just recieved my Teclast X98 Air 3G and olso i have a porblem with using GPS.
Under Windows 10 i have sensor but when i want to use for example Google Maps gps do not get fix.
Under Android 5.0 i could switch on GSP Broadcom GNSS 4752 Geolocation Sensor (at settings of device) but when I swith on GSP Test i do not have any satelits and no FIX.
My Model it is C5J8
GPS Teclast Blues. Bought a TomTom car unit.
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Hi.
I just recieved my Teclast X98 Air 3G and olso i have a porblem with using GPS.
Under Windows 10 i have sensor but when i want to use for example Google Maps gps do not get fix.
Under Android 5.0 i could switch on GSP Broadcom GNSS 4752 Geolocation Sensor (at settings of device) but when I swith on GSP Test i do not have any satelits and no FIX.
My Model it is C5J8
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Hi Everyone,
You could try GPS Essentials or GPS Status but I doubt that will solve your problem. It will tell you what satellites are available and may have other info that's useful.
I drove around for some hours the other night testing as many free GPS apps as possible . In Android I tred Osmand free, Navmii, Offline Maps,Navfree, Sygic, 2 called Navigator, Maps, Go and Scout.
Most picked up where I was but the menus were so hard to use that I had difficulty even finding where to type in the destination. Some didn't know my town though they recognized my city about 10 kilometers away. In others I could get around this by pinpointing on the map where I wanted to go in my town, but this was not very convenient and it didn't always work.Several didn't give voice commands , others gave crazy voice directions such as repeatedly saying "go left" . Some couldn't navigate me even a few kilometers.
But mostly it was the unintuitive interface. Scout and Sygic seemed the most hopeful but being able to quickly put in a home address and a destination was almost impossible and the same with saving Favorites. Keep in mind I am an older person not up with new tech in Android (or anything new for that matter) but I have a Galaxy P1000 which I still use and I have had it for some time. The GPS in the old Galaxy works,is easy to use, but is woefully slow in picking up a signal especially with cloudy weather,
I have been a Windows user since DOS floppy disk so thought I would try the Win GPS apps . I tried Sygic Beta and PC Navigator free. Again, I found the simplest most basic things such as putting in Starting Point and Destination frustratingly hard , plus much of the above problems that I had with Android.
Also , I doubt you would get very far before running out of battery even using a car charger. I find that, even using the Teclast at home plugged in and charging, it still chews up battery. I am using DU battery saver which has helped . I now need to find a way to stop apps running in the background to see if this helps. But I wouldn't go anywhere with out an Xiaomi large capacity charger bank! I use the Xiaomi 10000mAh Mobile Power.
So all told I am pretty disappointed with the Teclast despite it having some great features and potential. I like the large size but, I am still favoring my smaller Onda tablet and wishing it had a good GPS.
The upshot of all this is I went and bought a cheap Tomtom car navigator and it is easy to use and works great.
But I am still open to any suggestions. Maybe the paid Osmand plus may work better, but at this stage I am tired of trying to get any GPS on this tablet to work.
Hope you guys who may be more experienced using new technology have better success.
Thanks,
Kerry
[email protected] said:
Hi.
I just recieved my Teclast X98 Air 3G and olso i have a porblem with using GPS.
Under Windows 10 i have sensor but when i want to use for example Google Maps gps do not get fix.
Under Android 5.0 i could switch on GSP Broadcom GNSS 4752 Geolocation Sensor (at settings of device) but when I swith on GSP Test i do not have any satelits and no FIX.
My Model it is C5J8
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Hi,
I bought few weeks ago the same model from Gearbest. And I have the same problem. Where did you find GPS sensor in Android settings? In W10 i can see it, but in A5.0 I don't.
Same problem here. I got my X98 Dual yesterday.. installed mirek 6.1 ... and no GPS.
anyone who has a working gps either win10 or android 5?
Mine C5J8 too, Win10 has an installed driver GNSS 4752 but I don t know how it can be used, on Android I dont have GPS icon to switch on...?!