Is there a gps app that only works with gps fix and without data connexion?
Want to track my kid but he is 6 yo and i dont want a fully working phone on him
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Well... they all do.
Data connection is used for A-GPS and assistance in achieving a faster lock.
GPS is standalone and doesn't need data (or even any kind of network connectivity).
unless the device send you sms with coord pos i thought if you want a tracking you need data enabled? Like 'Family by Sygic'?
robogo1982 said:
Well... they all do.
Data connection is used for A-GPS and assistance in achieving a faster lock.
GPS is standalone and doesn't need data (or even any kind of network connectivity).
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So....do you have a awnser to my problem what i should do?
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buy a GPS stick that sends coordinates to a online web page! There are such aviable for low money.
Haldi4803 said:
buy a GPS stick that sends coordinates to a online web page! There are such aviable for low money.
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Search for GPS Tracker GSM / GPRS and you will find one. I use one myself. Pop a prepaid sim card in and Bob's your uncle!
Cenobite_ said:
Search for GPS Tracker GSM / GPRS and you will find one. I use one myself. Pop a prepaid sim card in and Bob's your uncle!
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Dont know any bob
Think this is the easyest.
thanks
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Does GPS need a data connection? I would like to use the Streak in my car with Google Navigation, without tethering? Is this possible?
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sonjohn1 said:
Does GPS need a data connection? I would like to use the Streak in my car with Google Navigation, without tethering? Is this possible?
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GPS doesn't, but Google nav does, i think.
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Thanks, looks like I'll have to buy CoPilot USA and down load the actual maps.
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sonjohn1 said:
Thanks, looks like I'll have to buy CoPilot USA and down load the actual maps.
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I am using CoPilot - works nicely and no WiFi needed.
sonjohn1 said:
Thanks, looks like I'll have to buy CoPilot USA and down load the actual maps.
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If you are going away from cell coverage, a stand alone GPS will be excellent. Just remember when buying software that one can also purchase GPS devices for under $100 these days (of course you would have another device in that case).
Google Maps Navigation will also cache your route, if you download it before you leave and look it all over. It'll even cache a few reroutes. This is nice when going from WiFi to WiFi, but not useful as a standalone GPS.
Thanks for the blurb about "CoPilot". I was using Google Nav, but took a detour in an area with no cell service. GPS was of no value. (compass is still there though)
docfreed said:
I am using CoPilot - works nicely and no WiFi needed.
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Every time I start Copilot USA it asks for my google checkout number. And then it has to log into the internet to verify. Am I doing something wrong?
What is this about?
The Nexus 4 launched without WiFi Calling support for T-Mobile USA customers. I'm starting this bounty to encourage people to port this feature to the Nexus 4. It has been done in the past, and there are even claims that the N4 was being tested with WiFi Calling support before launch.
For more read this: http://t-mobile-coverage.t-mobile.com/4g-wireless-broadband-service?uid=Coverage_3
Why should you care about this?
WiFi Calling will give all T-Mobile USA customers who use the Nexus 4 the ability to use their T-Mobile phone number to make/receive calls and text messages over an active WiFi network. As well, post-paid T-Mobile customers could avoid using their minutes, if they are on a limited or pooling plan, while using WiFi Calling. Customers need to ensure they have the "Free WiFi Calling" SOC attached to their line and a valid 911 address on file. The 911 address requirement also applies to pre-paid T-Mobile USA customers.
How can you help?
Simply reply to this thread showing your support to have this awesome feature ported to the Nexus 4. Optionally, you can let us know how much you personally would be willing to put up to see T-Mobile WiFi Calling come to the Nexus 4. Personally, I am staking $50 for this feature; however, you can stake any amount you wish, or absolutely none at all. You being here and reading this is good enough for me. But if it is at all possible, please at least reply to this thread. The more exposure it gets, the better our chances our of getting it accomplished!
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I don't yet have one. I would be willing to pay for it (around $20) though if I get one. The thing making me doubt getting it is the OTG issues. Might get one anyway.
I'd toss in $10 (not the richest guy) because I get don't service in my house.
T-Mobile isn't too terrible here where I live, but not having WiFi Calling is a disappointment when you trace to places without coverage
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WiFi Calling would be great :-/
$10
Guys, my suggestion is to use Vonage. Uses your number and doesn't use minutes from existing T-Mobile plan. Works over WiFi and 4G/3G
If you don't mind having another number, there's always Google Voice and VOIP.
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Back when I had T-Mobile, developers got Wi-Fi Calling working on the Nexus One and I think I had it on my Nexus S but root access was required because the kernel had to be modified. Don't know if getting it enabled without root would be possible.
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gagdude said:
Guys, my suggestion is to use Vonage. Uses your number and doesn't use minutes from existing T-Mobile plan. Works over WiFi and 4G/3G
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But why pay for something like Vonage if I could keep my number and have reliable service via WiFi for free with WiFi-Calling? (Free with my current plan)
drew_grant said:
Back when I had T-Mobile, developers got Wi-Fi Calling working on the Nexus One and I think I had it on my Nexus S but root access was required because the kernel had to be modified. Don't know if getting it enabled without root would be possible
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I would root just for that :good:
overhauling said:
But why pay for something like Vonage if I could keep my number and have reliable service via WiFi for free with WiFi-Calling? (Free with my current plan)
I would root just for that :good:
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It's free. And like I said, let's you keep your number
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I meant with root too is fine
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So um... did anyone try out Vonage...?
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I rather stick to T-Mobile. Its cheaper for me
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Whosdaman said:
I rather stick to T-Mobile. Its cheaper for me
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Dang, common misconception
Vonage Mobile is a free app that uses your current number and calls out via 3G/4G or WiFi.
All free
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gagdude said:
Dang, common misconception
Vonage Mobile is a free app that uses your current number and calls out via 3G/4G or WiFi.
All free
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Ooo okay, hmm let me check it out
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Dang, common misconception
Vonage Mobile is a free app that uses your current number and calls out via 3G/4G or WiFi.
All free
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I looked at it.... it says its only free if the other person also has the vonage app. You have to buy minutes for regular calls
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lowrider262 said:
I looked at it.... it says its only free if the other person also has the vonage app. You have to buy minutes for regular calls
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I made a call to my dad who doesn't have the Vonage app... it worked...
And I used it on an unactivated phone
Just checked the app info... yeah idk why it says they need the Vonage app, maybe they mean for picture messaging and texts?
Also Vonage has 3000 minutes a month, so maybe if you get more friends the 3000 minutes will be raised for free?
Probably just an issue with wording...
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My only question about Vonage's is when they call you will it go thru wifi! The only reason I want WiFi calling is because I get no reception in my house
I put up $10 for this bounty.
famoustito said:
My only question about Vonage's is when they call you will it go thru wifi! The only reason I want WiFi calling is because I get no reception in my house
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In your case, Vonage wouldn't be a solution because you can't receive calls with it.
See, a normal fix to this would be to reject the call then call them back with Vonage, but if you don't get service you won't even get the call.
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I just got my Nexus7 3G in Chile (bought in US).
everything was working fine but after install the Micro SIM (a standard sim, chopped according to mobile company people instructions), the tablet doesn't get data transfer (already purchased a data pack).
on google's support site for nexus, the only solution was "contact AT&T support" but that's for a AT&T user, and here I'm trying to another company (CLARO).
No info on XDA-dev's forum about this issue.
please, some help here...
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I just got my Nexus7 3G in Chile (bought in US).
everything was working fine but after install the Micro SIM (a standard sim, chopped according to mobile company people instructions), the tablet doesn't get data transfer (already purchased a data pack).
on google's support site for nexus, the only solution was "contact AT&T support" but that's for a AT&T user, and here I'm trying to another company (CLARO).
No info on XDA-dev's forum about this issue.
please, some help here...
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Do you get a no Sim error or just no signal? Did you input your carriers APN settings into the APN list through settings?
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Do you get a no Sim error or just no signal? Did you input your carriers APN settings into the APN list through settings?
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that's the deal. I got signal. sim is recognized and APN selected auto or manually (works same fine). BUUUT... got no data transfer on 3G network and looking on google's support page, it just say "CONTACT AT&T", but here's no AT&T carrier to contact... (and people in CLARO-CHILE, knows less than zero)
dude, thnx anyway
any other idea??
Dr.Lota said:
that's the deal. I got signal. sim is recognized and APN selected auto or manually (works same fine). BUUUT... got no data transfer on 3G network and looking on google's support page, it just say "CONTACT AT&T", but here's no AT&T carrier to contact... (and people in CLARO-CHILE, knows less than zero)
dude, thnx anyway
any other idea??
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If its compatible with your carrier then its gotta be an APN discrepancy. What APN settings are you using?
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Dude!!! You're damn right!!!
Just forgot last time, on my view pad have same issue (what a moron...)
I'll check and comment about (very embarrassed, BTW)
Thnx
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Dude!!! You're damn right!!!
Just forgot last time, on my view pad have same issue (what a moron...)
I'll check and comment about (very embarrassed, BTW)
Thnx
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Ha nothing to be embarrassed about man. Hopefully we can get it figured out for ya!!
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Dr.Lota said:
Dude!!! You're damn right!!!
Just forgot last time, on my view pad have same issue (what a moron...)
I'll check and comment about (very embarrassed, BTW)
Thnx
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Very embarrassed... Just have to look for claro APN settings and voila...
No way it be so easy to solve and get things working
Thanks everybody for your concern and good will...
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Anyone else having problems using this? The one under the Wi-Fi Settings.
I also tried using Super Beam transferring between 2 HTC One's and did not work. Not sure if this is related.
Thanks.
Nope, I did exactly that last week and it worked perfectly
Did you get any error messages or just nothing happened? I couldn't get the NFC part to work but the qr code established a wifi direct connection fine.
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Xerro-Five said:
Nope, I did exactly that last week and it worked perfectly
Did you get any error messages or just nothing happened? I couldn't get the NFC part to work but the qr code established a wifi direct connection fine.
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This is SuperBeam right?
How about the wifi direct, directly under wifi settings? We're you able to use it?
negative13 said:
This is SuperBeam right?
How about the wifi direct, directly under wifi settings? We're you able to use it?
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Yes that's right.
Forgive me if I'm missing something, but I don't think you can "use" wifi direct by its self. It's just a temporary network between 2 devices to transfer information, so you need some kind of app to send/receive the information (like superbeam). That option under wifi is just to enable it on the phone.
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Hi guys I will be traveling in a few days and wanted to know if anyone has use this service on a rooted phone flying within the US or international, thanks in advance I have a note 4 running rapture rom with xposed and wasn't sure if the inflight text will work.
Rooting doesn't affect that.
mike28 said:
Hi guys I will be traveling in a few days and wanted to know if anyone has use this service on a rooted phone flying within the US or international, thanks in advance I have a note 4 running rapture rom with xposed and wasn't sure if the inflight text will work.
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You would be better downloading what's app, or hangouts (with a Google voice number). Then your texting goes through your data connection. So anywhere on your travels you have wifi or data signal you cane send and receive texts.
A Google voice number with hangouts also let's you really I've calls through data signal as well.
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ShrekOpher said:
You would be better downloading what's app, or hangouts (with a Google voice number). Then your texting goes through your data connection. So anywhere on your travels you have wifi or data signal you cane send and receive texts.
A Google voice number with hangouts also let's you really I've calls through data signal as well.
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Thanks yes that's another option as well but I mean in the actual flight
10-K said:
Rooting doesn't affect that.
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Thanks have you try it on a flight? @10-K
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Thanks yes that's another option as well but I mean in the actual flight
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The flight will have wifi, most likely. Normally you can get a few day pass for fairly reasonable from your airline. Especially if you purchase it with the tickets.
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