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GPS data not available to apps after iOS 8.3 update

I'm using a Wi-Fi only iPad with remote GPS connected via bluetooth (Bad Elf GPS Pro). Following update to 8.3, the GPS position data from the Bad Elf receiver is not available to other apps on the iPad that require it (in particular, Seattle Avionics FlyQ efb). Bad Elf bluetooth connection is good, and the GPS position data is displayed on the iPad using the Bad Elf accessory app, but it appears to not be available to the FlyQ app. Spent hours with tech support and other paths trying to fix this problem, including reloading iOS 8.3 update and applications, and even bought a new Bad Elf GPS receiver. I think this is a fairly common hardware/software combination (Wi-Fi only iPad, Bad Elf GPS, FlyQ app) for private aircraft pilots, so would expect others to be seeing the same problem (unless they were smarter than I was, and delayed updating their OS). Have others experienced this problem or found a solution? Quite frustrating, as navigation is the primary use for my iPad.

iPad (4th gen) Wi-Fi, iOS 8.3

Posted on Apr 12, 2015 5:31 PM

249 replies

Apr 14, 2015 5:57 PM in response to Mark72658

Hi Mark,

Take a look at our blog for a summary of the issue and status updates. We are tracking this very closely with Apple and got confirmation on Sat AM that it is being investigated. We've also provided all of the low-level logs that should help them isolate and fix the issue quickly. I'm hopeful we'll see a fix in the next point release (8.3.1 or 8.3.2) which usually follows major iOS updates by 1-2 weeks.

Again, sorry for the hassle and rest assured we will do everything in our power to get this resolved ASAP. Drop a note to support@bad-elf.com with any specific questions. If this issue is blocking you from flying please get in touch and we'll see what we can do to help.

Best regards,

Brett

CTO/Co-Founder

Bad Elf, LLC

Apr 13, 2015 8:33 AM in response to Mark72658

I Have the same issue with my basic Air2 using external Garmin GLO GPS. However, my friend is using an Air2 with cell phone data ( built inn GPS) and his works find in the airplane Using 8.3 ???

Apr 15, 2015 6:23 PM in response to Mark72658

I'm using an inReach Smartphone through Bluetooth and also cannot get a GPS signal.

Apr 15, 2015 6:44 PM in response to Mark72658

After all that has been said about this problem throughout the Internet...

Apple doesn't seem eager to correct the iOS 8.3 bug.

That's a little disappointing.

Apr 16, 2015 6:25 AM in response to BrettAtBadElf

Good morning,

As my frustation level continues to rise, is there a way with iOS to revert back to a previous iOS like 8.2?

Regards,

Eric Rogers

Apr 18, 2015 2:31 PM in response to buff.flyer

Personally, I prefer to wait for an official fix.

But, I must say, all further delays is not good for Apple's honour.

Apr 23, 2015 6:58 AM in response to buff.flyer

in the end is IE so I used Chrome and it worked, both me and wifey back to 8.2 now, thx

Hansvg

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Apr 24, 2015 10:35 PM in response to louisfromvaudreuil-dorion

Have you tried updating the Glo to 2.70? Messages suggest this will solve the issue.

Hansvg

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Apr 25, 2015 2:05 AM in response to AeroSteve

Garmin Glo updating is easy. Indeed, no direct USB connection (only).

Install Garmin Webupdater and connect Glo. Works great.

Apr 25, 2015 3:09 PM in response to Hansvg

No, 2.70 on Garmin Glo doesn't fix anything.

Apr 25, 2015 8:49 PM in response to Vulcanpilot

http://bad-elf.com/blogs/bad-elf/18013536-alert-compatibility-issue-with-apple-i os-8-3-and-external-gps-receivership

PilotDon

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Apr 26, 2015 3:25 AM in response to PilotDon

IF I hotspot my WiFi only iPad Mini to my iPhone via WiFi, will the iPad Mini be able to source GPS data from the iPhone's GPS receiver?

Hansvg

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Apr 26, 2015 11:57 AM in response to AeroSteve

Remove the battery for a while, this might "reset" the Glo.

Apr 27, 2015 10:59 AM in response to buff.flyer

Bad Elf Inc. actually has an article about the iOS bug and the Sun and Fun crowd.

http://bad-elf.com/blogs/bad-elf/18110008-status-of-ios-8-3-and-external-gps-rec eivers

petermac87

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Apr 27, 2015 6:16 PM in response to PilotDon

Hi Don. Starting to panic. Flying out for a job tomorrow. Do you dudes really fly planes using iPhones? 😮

Pete

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