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GPS offline indication on screen

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:06:28 GMT

It has been stated by somebody that GPS is working offline.

I activated GPS SATELLITES via Settings and Location&Security.

I disabled USE WIRELESS NETWORKS via Settings and Location&Security.

However, the symbol GPS IS ACTIVATED is not seen on the screen.

Now I would like to indicate the actual location by GPS in order to inform somebody in case of danger.

How do I get this information on the screen of my XPERIA MINI?

Re: GPS offline indication on screen

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 10:35:41 GMT

Hello Reinmut.

The gps on/off setting does not start the gps by itself. It enables other apps like google maps (or any third party app) to use the gps and show your position. So you need to find an gps app that suits your purpose.

You had a question about google maps offline ?

Run google maps - Menu More - Labs - Select Precache map Area. this will enable this extension.

go back to the map, longpress anywhere, click the address balloon, select Precache map area.

It will download an area with a 10 mile radius. It is possible to cache multiple areas.

Re: GPS offline indication on screen

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:17:38 GMT

Hello Romeomike,

Thank you for your fast answer.

Concerning google maps, I did not get the Precache Map Area at Labs, but the general google search side is offered only. Can you help me again?

Re: GPS offline indication on screen

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 18:34:24 GMT

I run version 5.10.1 of google maps. You too?

Re: GPS offline indication on screen

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 10:45:11 GMT

Hello Romeomike,

Where do I find which version I have on my PC?

Do I get updates for google maps automatically as in the case of google earth?

Re: GPS offline indication on screen

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 12:10:07 GMT

I mean the version on your phone. Check android market on your phone for updates