Android GPS

[Jaaks]

Hi there. I want to use my Android 4.4.2 device as a GPS only on a 5 day hike in the wilderness. There will be no requirement for any other functionality. How do I shut down all services on the phone except the 1 app and gps to get maximum battery life?

 

[girolez]

Hi

It may not be the case with your phone, but my note2 still allows GPS to work when its in airplane mode - this of course shuts down all the phones transmitters which saves a lot.

Turn off sync on the drop down - should stop apps from trying to sync in the back ground.

Most important, take a paper map & compass etc. You can get lightweight wind up phone chargers for emergencies.

Roger

 

[Digital Controller]

Be wary that sometimes carriers require a data connection to enable certain Navigational functions, this would decrease your battery life greatly.

However, the airplane mode option should still allow GPS to work.