my ipod touch gps is not working properly, works then just shows 'aquiring satelites' I have tried iphone 4 with same wifi and works perfectly

I have done full reset but gps app still not working properly, I have used iphone 4 in same places with same wifi connection and it works perfectly, any suggestions

iPod touch (4th generation), iOS 5.1.1, using with pocket router, iphone wo

Posted on May 28, 2012 7:24 PM

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May 28, 2012 7:33 PM in response to ktconnolly

The iPod Touch does NOT have GPS circuitry and consequently the GPS satellites can not be accessed. Here is a mini-education. The last paragraph gives you a solution.


GPS signals are separate from and completely unrelated to both the Internet and the cellular telephone network. GPS signals come directly from the GPS satellites. They provide latitude and longitude information to GPS receivers. Navigation software then takes that latitude/longitude info and converts it to land mass, roads, bridges, highways, buildings, etc.


Most navigation software stores the maps right in the iPad/iPod/iPhone but a disadvantage is that the maps must be periodically updated (perhaps once every two years). The Internet is not required to use the system but it is required to update the maps.


Some navigation software gets the maps from the Internet and requires an Internet connection to function but an advantage is that the maps are always up-to-date.


The WiFi+3G/4G iPad and the iPhone both have a GPS receiver. The WiFi-only iPad and the iPod do not and these devices require an accessory.

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my ipod touch gps is not working properly, works then just shows 'aquiring satelites' I have tried iphone 4 with same wifi and works perfectly

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