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GPS on Apple Watch series 3

My outdoor run clocked 11.65 but it only recorded 1.55 on the gps and map below is screen shot of full run but the map portion is only 1.55 of the run, I know this because it uploaded to Strava. Why is my gps not kicking in until over an hour into run?

Posted on Jan 16, 2022 5:50 PM

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Jan 17, 2022 1:23 AM in response to pinkfifadog

On the paired iPhone, go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services and verify that you toggled on Location Services

Then, tap Location Services > Apple Watch Workout and choose While Using the App under Allow Location Access

Repeat the above step for Maps, so it’s also set to While Using the App

For iOS 14+, toggle on Precise Location

If not turned on, the Workout app cannot adequately determine your route


GPS on Apple Watch series 3

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