In the past we were able to get to our GPS settings by opening dialer and dialing the following number. This will not call anyone - it is a code shortcut to the settings:
*#*#1472365#*#*
However, under Froyo 2.2 rooted with SU access, I am unable to get to LBSTESTMODE
I am having issues with my GPS not locking, it started after I rooted the Froyo. I was informed rooting is not what caused the problem in another thread....so been googling to fix the issue and ran into the old code above
Please advice
Regards
There is an app in the market called lbstestmode that works. The dial pad # to enter lbstestmode disappeared in jh7 and was still missing in ji6.
When I go to the market, the app is unavailable to me. I then went to the apps website and tried to get it to download using the samsung captivate browser but it kicked me back to same thing on the Apps Market
So, I am thinking is it possible somewhere in process of my upgrading and rooting the phone got locked accidently since I am new to the whole process of understanding development? (I have superuser access and ability to eliminate apps using titanium back up so its more of an elimination of issues question)
Regards
dayv said:
There is an app in the market called lbstestmode that works. The dial pad # to enter lbstestmode disappeared in jh7 and was still missing in ji6.
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If you mean LbsTestModeLaunch, this was actually removed per Samsung's request.
As an alternative, you can download "Any Cut" from the Market, then create an activity shortcut for LbsTestMode.
aloant said:
If you mean LbsTestModeLaunch, this was actually removed per Samsung's request.
As an alternative, you can download "Any Cut" from the Market, then create an activity shortcut for LbsTestMode.
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Thank You for your response
I was able to download the app. Would you please share or link how to create " a activity shortcut" for LbsTest Mode?
I am new to the whole process and dont want to create incidental problems for myself
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Roism said:
Thank You for your response
I was able to download the app. Would you please share or link how to create " a activity shortcut" for LbsTest Mode?
I am new to the whole process and dont want to create incidental problems for myself
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There seems to be 2 "Any Cut" apps - to be clear, the one I'm using is by "Jeff Hamilton."
In Any Cut, select New Shortcut, then Activity. It may take a while to load... Scroll and find LbsTestMode, then tap OK. You should now have a shortcut in your home screen.
aloant said:
There seems to be 2 "Any Cut" apps - to be clear, the one I'm using is by "Jeff Hamilton."
In Any Cut, select New Shortcut, then Activity. It may take a while to load... Scroll and find LbsTestMode, then tap OK. You should now have a shortcut in your home screen.
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Thank you for your response. You have lit a path to enlightment for me ;-)
I found and created it. I will post my ability to resolve my GPS issue in next 24 hrs as I am now few beers down......with Oakland Raiders having a close game with San Diego Chargers.....
Regards,
So I was able to access the LbsTestMode based on instruction given and was able to fo through the following steps of "old instructions" that I was able to google......pasted below
•Step 1 -- Open menu > settings > Location & Security. Uncheck the box next to "Use Wireless Networks"
•Step 2 --follow the procedure in the "advice posted in comments above"
•Step 3 -- In the LBSTestMode menu, press “Application Settings” and change “Operation Mode” to “MS Based.”
•Step 4 -- In the LBSTestMode menu, find “SUPL/CP Settings” and change the SERVER & PORT to supl.google.com and port 7276 (DO NOT use www. in front of supl !)
•Step 5 -- Reboot your phone.
•Step 6 -- Open menu > settings > Location & Security. Check the box next to "Use Wireless Networks"
After follwing the steps above still no go? I used an app called GPS test to verify my location
Please advice
Regards,
Turn off SUPL Secure Socket as well. I am using AGPS Mode Control Plane. I've used both, this is where I've set it of late. Also, run the Get Position Test and see if it can lock on a position. Try to do this where you'll get a strong signal from many satellites (i.e., outside). Then leave LbsTestMode running, hit Home and open Maps. See if it can find your location. It should locate you assuming you got a good lock in LBSTestMode.
I've been openingLBSTestMode first and I leave it running in the background and then open Navigation. I haven't yet determined whether this has an actual benefit, is just a habit I don't want to break, or my own superstition, but that's what I do. There was discussion that some of the LbsTestMode settings don't persist after closing LbsTestMode, so this is one way to make sure the settings remain active.
The code in froyo is *#*#3214789650#*#*
this code doesn't seem to be disseminated too widely on the forums, spread the word
Thanks you all who responded on my issue. My issue has now been resolved
I was able to update my location and GPS is working fine
Regards
mobius911 said:
Turn off SUPL Secure Socket as well. I am using AGPS Mode Control Plane. I've used both, this is where I've set it of late. Also, run the Get Position Test and see if it can lock on a position. Try to do this where you'll get a strong signal from many satellites (i.e., outside). Then leave LbsTestMode running, hit Home and open Maps. See if it can find your location. It should locate you assuming you got a good lock in LBSTestMode.
I've been openingLBSTestMode first and I leave it running in the background and then open Navigation. I haven't yet determined whether this has an actual benefit, is just a habit I don't want to break, or my own superstition, but that's what I do. There was discussion that some of the LbsTestMode settings don't persist after closing LbsTestMode, so this is one way to make sure the settings remain active.
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Hey thanks a lot this really worked well for me. I had just forced the update using mini Kies and still no luck with accurate GPS location but after I followed the steps outlined in lbstestmodelaunch and what you added I found my location was accurate to within a few meters.
The code in froyo is *#*#3214789650#*#*
this code doesn't seem to be disseminated too widely on the forums, spread the word
Spread the word, my GPS with your settings is accurate from 50 meters.. and it locks in 5 secs
The code in froyo is *#*#3214789650#*#*
this code doesn't seem to be disseminated too widely on the forums, spread the word
Original settings:
Operation Mode: Standalone
SERVER: www.spirent-lcs.com
PORT: 7275
oriveradel said:
The code in froyo is *#*#3214789650#*#*
this code doesn't seem to be disseminated too widely on the forums, spread the word
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Actually, this works on my stock Eclair 2.1.
Working!
m7ia said:
The code in froyo is *#*#3214789650#*#*
this code doesn't seem to be disseminated too widely on the forums, spread the word
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FWIW - the above didn't work in my 2.2'd Galaxy S, nor did the older code. I eventually got the Any Cut app (great!) and followed the instructions.
For the last 2 weeks, since the 2.2 update, I was basically unable to get any GPS lock. I did manage once - and it took 15 minutes, with 8 to 10 satellites available.
Now, with 2 or 3, I'm getting a lock in a few seconds.
If the main problem is that the web location setting for info is just flat-out wrong, why doesn't T-Mob just issue a fix for that? It seems very strange to me that this would continue to be an issue months after the rollout began.
Umm, there is SGS Tools in the Themes &Apps section that will allow access to it.
Sent from my GT-I9000 using XDA App
After this change, Google Maps = total crash???
So I did the change, and thought things were good. But about 3 out of 4 times, when trying to start Google Maps, it freezes, then the screen goes completely black, and there is a vibration-buzz, a pause, and two more buzzes. The phone appears totally dead. Only pulling the battery wakes it up.
To be clear, I changed the URL and port, and disabled the secure socket mode, as described in this thread. There was also and update of google maps received, which claims to have installed successfully.
So now GPS is great, but the main app I use it with is defunct.
LBSTESTMODE Not On Phone!
Before you say I know this is Samsung Captivate but I have no where else to post this.
I have a Samsung Galaxy Apollo i5801 on Orange UK and I do not seem to have the LBSTESTMODE menu when I create a activity via anycut or ADW launcher. I type in the LBSTESTMODE number on the dialler and nothing comes up, I did find however I had something called "Service mode" when I tried to launch LBSTESTMODE however this application crashed and said "android.something.something has crashed"
Please help me my I would really like to fix my GPS!
Info:
Carrier: Orange UK
Device: Samsung Galaxy Apollo i5801
Operating System: Android 2.2 Froyo
Baseband Version: I5801BVJP1
Kernel Version: 2.6.32.9 [email protected] #1
Build Number: FROYO.BVJPE
Hope That Helps!
I have just got a HD7. In the setting section, under the find my way category, I have a problem.
first, the phone says that find my way is not available.
Second. The option that allows me to let the phone save my locations for faster whatever does not exist. i.e. instead of two options in find my phone setting, I just have one. the other is missing.
third, in the windows live website, there is no sign of the "Map it" option that it should be there. other features like lock and ring work perfectly fine through SMS, NOT push notification.
although this is not a big deal, but I wonder what can be the reason. I live in turkey. can that be for it that the map it option is not available in turkey, or maybe HTC has decided to protect our privacy better by removing the save my location option. anybody has any idea?
mehranx1980 said:
I have just got a HD7. In the setting section, under the find my way category, I have a problem.
first, the phone says that find my way is not available.
Second. The option that allows me to let the phone save my locations for faster whatever does not exist. i.e. instead of two options in find my phone setting, I just have one. the other is missing.
third, in the windows live website, there is no sign of the "Map it" option that it should be there. other features like lock and ring work perfectly fine through SMS, NOT push notification.
although this is not a big deal, but I wonder what can be the reason. I live in turkey. can that be for it that the map it option is not available in turkey, or maybe HTC has decided to protect our privacy better by removing the save my location option. anybody has any idea?
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I have the same problem, anyone can solve this?
Set your number in the settings, then it should work. Or try to change your locale settings (WL and phone)
On my device it's also missing.
When I logged into the website windowsphone.com suddenly on the phone instead of those two checkboxes with options, I've got only now :
"Ring, lock or erase your phone......" and slider setting "On/Off".
How to bring the maps on?
Hi all.
Just a question about a possible software bug you might be able to help me test.
Under the progam Latitude, when you go into the menu [location settings] you can chose to activate automatic check-ins.
Every time I activate this the phone writes my selection has been saved, but the nect time I open the menu, the activation is gone.
I talked with LG support, and they told me it worked on there phone, so I have to send the phone ind for repair.
But to be honerst I'm not sure the understod the problem.
So can you help me, an test on your phone, if it remembers the activation og automatin check-ins i latitude or not
Thanks
Solved (Sort of)
I guess there are not many around using Laitude
Anyway found out it's not my phone (as LG support claimed). dut a BUG in google maps.
Here's what I found, including a fix if anyone are interested....
Issue 33719: Latitude "Automatic check-ins" setting reverts to disabled
I've been using Mock Location (enabled through developer options) to occasionally change my location appearance to apps. What I'd like to be able to do is to enable it selectively for only certain apps. For example, I want Google Maps to always see my real location, but Facebook and Instagram to always see the same location no matter where I am. That way I can still take advantage of general localisation (by setting it into the middle of the city centre) without it knowing specifically where I am.
So far though I haven't found anything that's able to do this. I've been using Fake GPS but that does it for every app, there's no way to set it to specific ones. I've also tried setting up Secure Folder (no way to do Mock Locations within Secure Folder that I could see), I've tried using Island and Parallel Space but couldn't find any way to do it through that either.
I've also thought about having a Tasker/Automate setup that turns on Fake GPS each time I open one of the apps on the list, but that seems somewhat clumsy and likely to cause issues.
Does anyone have any suggestions or ideas I might have missed? I feel like this should be easy but it doesn't seem to be.
Recently my Google Maps started showing 2 locations under the search bar every time Android Auto/Google Maps starts. I checked my location history in Google Maps and it is off. Any ideas how to stop this? Thanks
Push the small arrow next to the word "Search" in the search bar.
To have the 2 locations, is totally normal.
I'd really like to have it gone. Even now with the new version of AA the suggestions are there every time you are connected and you have to swipe to remove it, it's very annoying. I'm surprised that there're almost no complains about this behavior.
Well, it can be a little annoying if your wife sees where you are often but otherwise, I really like this suggestion. Sometimes I can use it for fast checking the traffic in front of me, sometimes I have a piece of information about how long it takes to some destination without typing anything.
I find it VERY annoying too and sadly I haven't found a way to avoid it! I have disabled and cleared location history (and cache as well). Locations no longer appear in Maps on phone or PC, but still appear on AA! I consider this a major bug and a big privacy issue!
in AA settings there is an option to turn off hint cards (I don't know if the English translation is correct). I don't know what it's referring to, but even disabling it the Maps suggestions keep appearing...