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My understanding is this: If it was only phones running Maps, they wouldn't get much data. Phones running Maps are actively using the GPS, so they provide mor
by myself248 7y ago
My understanding is this:
If it was only phones running Maps, they wouldn't get much data.
Phones running Maps are actively using the GPS, so they provide more precise data. Those sitting idle just get tower location, which helps fill in some vague flow information but doesn't do much for specific street or momentary speed.
- allannienhuis 7y ago> Those sitting idle just get tower location Do you have links or google keyword hints to more information about that? Is that OS specific?
- londons_explore 7y agoThe GPS hardware is pretty power hungry, so is normally only switched on rarely for short bursts unless the user is actively navigating. You can see that with `adb logcat` on an android phone.