Section 10: gps services, Gps services, Google maps – Samsung SPH-M910CAAVMU User Manual

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Section 10: GPS Services

This section outlines the various entertainment
applications that are available on your device.

GPS Services

Your device’s built-in GPS capability gives you access
to a number of location-based services, including
Maps and Navigation.

Activating Location Mode

Before using any of the location-based services, you
must turn on your device’s location mode.

Press

and tap

Location &

security

Use GPS satellites.

Note: Enabling the GPS hardware can drain your battery faster.

Activating Using Wireless Networks

This additional location feature uses open Wi-Fi and
mobile network connections to assist in providing
additional location accuracy.

1.

Press

and tap

Location &

security

Use wireless networks.

Since this feature is based on Google’s location

service, you will need to agree to allow Google

to collect anonymous information.

2.

Tap Agree to accept the terms of service.

Google Maps

Use this application to find directions, location
information, business addresses, etc., all right from
your Samsung Intercept™. Determine your current
location with or without GPS, get driving and transit
directions, get phone numbers and addresses for
local businesses.

Before you begin using this feature you must activate
your GPS hardware and agree to share location
information with Google.

To enable your device’s GPS Location feature:

1.

Press

and tap

Location &

security.

2.

Tap Use GPS satellites. A checkmark indicates

the GPS location feature is enabled. For more

information, refer to “Location Settings” on

page 106.

appears in the Notification area when the GPS

is active.

appears in the Notification area when the GPS

is communicating.

To launch the Google Maps application:

Press

and tap

(Maps).

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