Sony Xperia M - Using GPS

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Using GPS

Your device has a global positioning system (GPS) receiver that uses satellite signals to

calculate your location.

When you use features that require the GPS receiver to find your location, make sure you have

a clear view of the sky.

To enable GPS

1

From your Home screen, tap .

2

Tap

Settings > Location services.

3

Mark the

GPS satellites checkbox.

Getting the best performance

The first time you use the GPS it can take 5 to 10 minutes for your location to be found.

To help the search, make sure you have a clear view of the sky. Stand still and don't

cover the GPS antenna (the highlighted area in the image). The GPS signals can pass

through clouds and plastic, but not through most solid objects such as buildings and

mountains. If your location isn't found after a few minutes, move to another location.