Where am I ?

I recently changed my router now Maps etc can't find my location. Suggestions? Thanks

Posted on Apr 7, 2013 3:27 AM

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Apr 7, 2013 3:50 AM in response to osborneuk

If you have the WiFi-only iPad your location is determined by the location of nearby WiFi routers. This is done by using a Apple location database which contains the MAC addresses of routers and their physical location. A MAC address is a unique number which is built-in to all network devices when manufactured. The Apple database is built and updated by Apple GPS-enabled devices (primarily iPhones) actually seeing your router and then adding/updating the router's location in the database.


Bottom line: Your Router is not yet in the Apple location database. It hasn't been seen yet and added to the database. There isn't any problem with your router or your iPad.

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