I like using Google Maps turn by turn navigation. However,my Verizon Galaxy S 3 frequently gives me a "GPS signal lost" spoken message. While usually it will begin working a few seconds later,many times at critical moments the pointer in maps will just drift off the road as though it doesn't know my position.This can last for a minute or two at times.
This has led me to wonder if a bluetooth gps receiver such as the Garmin Glo might give me more consistent results from my phone.Its my understanding that phones have assisted GPS (A-GPS) which helps to get a quicker position fix. By comparison Standalone receivers like the glo do not have this ability as it would rely on getting additional satellite data from cell towers which phones GPS has the capability of doing due to its cellular connection. Of course there is still a market for separate receivers and standalone units which makes me wonder if they are better in other ways.
If I used a separate receiver for my phone would the phone still assist the satellite signal with cell tower data? If not would this matter for getting a more consistent lock?Also If I used a Garmin Glo or something similar with a tablet having no cell connection would I get a full featured experience from Google Maps navigation? Would I need to use a Garmin navigation app instead? A lot of questions here. I appreciate anyone's attention.
This has led me to wonder if a bluetooth gps receiver such as the Garmin Glo might give me more consistent results from my phone.Its my understanding that phones have assisted GPS (A-GPS) which helps to get a quicker position fix. By comparison Standalone receivers like the glo do not have this ability as it would rely on getting additional satellite data from cell towers which phones GPS has the capability of doing due to its cellular connection. Of course there is still a market for separate receivers and standalone units which makes me wonder if they are better in other ways.
If I used a separate receiver for my phone would the phone still assist the satellite signal with cell tower data? If not would this matter for getting a more consistent lock?Also If I used a Garmin Glo or something similar with a tablet having no cell connection would I get a full featured experience from Google Maps navigation? Would I need to use a Garmin navigation app instead? A lot of questions here. I appreciate anyone's attention.