App "Location" is Inaccurate
4.5
The app shows you are several blocks away from where you actually are.
Symptoms
- Wrong map position
- Navigation errors
- GPS jumping
Possible Causes
- "Precise Location" disabled
- GPS signal blocked
- Battery saver mode
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Enable "Precise Location"
Settings > Privacy > Location > [App Name] > Toggle "Precise Location" ON.
2
Calibrate Compass
Open Google Maps and move your phone in a "Figure 8" motion.
3
Turn Off Battery Saver
Battery saving modes often reduce GPS polling frequency.
When to See a Technician
Indoor environments and tall buildings can "bounce" GPS signals, causing inaccuracy.
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