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The following are important factors in getting accurate geolocation data.
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3. Deactivate Battery Optimization Settings (For Android Only)Android has recently started using its “Smart Manager” for app optimization which automatically enables a device’s battery saver. Using the battery saver could interfere with some of the standard workflow behavior in Nextstop. To assist users in locating their battery saver settings for Nextstop, we have listed some commonly used Android device types and the steps needed to find the setting. |
Every device manufacturer has a different way to control battery saver settings, and those can be subject to frequent change. We recommend doing a quick internet search for how to control it on your specific device
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The following was from the original doc. I am not sure if we want to add this to the customer-facing article or not. It is useful but can easily become outdated. do you think we could add something generic like “Every device manufacturer has a different way to control battery saver settings, and those can be subject to frequent change. We recommend doing a quick internet search for how to control it on your specific device, or contact your device’s manufacturer for cellular provider for assistance.” Added above and kept device specific info in the internal doc
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4. Set Device Location Accuracy Level Settings to “High Accuracy”Setting the Location Accuracy to “High Accuracy” is the best choice because it allows your device to use the GPS and your phone’s network to retrieve and receive location updates. |
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6. Check if Google Location Accuracy is onFor some devices, is a separate setting from the previous accuracy setting. See https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/3467281?hl=en |
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7. Enable WifiEnabling wifi is especially useful in metro areas to significantly increase GPS accuracy because many devices use high accuracy location by determining the local wireless networks in the area. |
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