What is a GPS navigator in a smartphone?

GPS in the phone is a navigation system that is designed to determine the location of the device on the map, as well as to build a route and search for objects that the user needs. Absolutely every modern smartphone has a built-in navigation module. The small device is an antenna, which is located in the inside of the case.

Initially, this device was intended to determine the location of enemies in military conflicts. However, over time, when mobile technologies began to develop so dynamically, the navigation signal became available to everyone in everyday life. This module is capable of receiving signals from supported antennas, but it is not capable of transmitting information. When a certain signal comes to the smartphone, the user sees his position on the map.

The navigation system in a mobile phone has long gained wide popularity. This function is very useful for people who constantly travel or are on endless journeys, business trips, etc. The GPS navigator plays a particularly important role in densely populated areas.

Now many social services, couriers, taxi drivers and food deliveries cannot imagine their lives without a mobile navigator. Also, smartphones with a built-in GPS module are widely in demand among hunters and fishermen for track someones phone. For the latter, there are special applications in the official Play Market with a user-friendly interface and useful tools.

Pedestrians and drivers who are far from populated areas should be aware of possible system failures during bad weather conditions. The problem is that high humidity and gusts of wind distort the transmitted signal, as a result of which the location coordinates can be displayed with large errors.

The vast majority of GPS-navigators in mobile phones have the following features:

1. Free access to all tools.
2. Voice and graphic alerts regarding road signs, sharp turns and possible dangers.
3. Accuracy and high speed of determining the coordinates of the required objects.
4. A wide range of additional tools.
5. Ability to work offline.
6. Possibility of self-supplementation of the database.
7. Save bookmarks with frequently visited places.

How to activate the navigation system on Android phones?

To activate the navigation module, you can use two methods:

1. In the main settings of the phone, using the data transfer section.
2. In the express panel that contains the " Geolocation " or " Location " tool.

When the GPS module is active, the device's battery starts to consume much more power than in normal mode. If the user is on the road, which takes a long time, it is necessary to get an external battery with a large capacity. It is much easier for car drivers, because they can use a special charger.

The main requirement during the operation of the navigation system is the location of the gadget in an open area. The GPs module is unstable if the user is in a tunnel, subway, or in a room with thick concrete walls.

In terms of types of navigation systems, on iOS and Android mobile phones, GPS technology has been one of the best until recently. Now many devices operate under the leadership of the Chinese analogue "Beidou" and the Russian "GLONASS".

Navigators online

This type of application functions exclusively with access to high-speed Internet. Any software component of the navigator is located on the developer's server, so the user can access the maps and database only by connecting to the network. Such utilities constantly load the missing files, thereby saving the phone's memory. It should be borne in mind that during operation the program will consume a huge amount of traffic from the mobile operator, so it is more advisable to use the Wi-Fi module (if possible).

The main advantage of online navigators is that the system automatically downloads the data necessary for moving. 

2 systems boast similar functions:

• Google Maps
• Yandex.Navigator

Both options are completely free and easy to use. If the phone does not have the necessary software, then you can use the official Google Market store to download. It is also worth noting that these navigators perfectly cope with their tasks in any conditions, whether it is a densely populated city or the countryside.

The greatest productivity can be achieved if the user installs an online and offline navigator on his smartphone. In case of loss of connection or consumption of mobile traffic, you can switch to the last mode at any time. As for offline navigators, more details about their capabilities can be found below.

Navigators in offline mode (without internet)

The main difference between such systems is that the entire database and maps of the area are stored in the internal memory of the mobile phone. Consequently, such applications take up more space than online options. In any case, to download the missing items, you will need to periodically connect to the Internet, but this is not necessary on an ongoing basis.

Offline systems are convenient to use when the owner of the device is far from populated areas and does not have access to the network. In this case, you can save money on the purchase of traffic. But, most of these programs are characterized by paid access. Of course, you can get acquainted with the basic tools in the trial version, but this period will be no more than 7 days.

Installing Third Party Navigation Apps

Most smartphones have integrated navigation services Yandex.Navigator and Google Maps. They are completely free and easy to use. However, what if the phone does not provide such an opportunity? The only way out is to install third-party software. This type of program functions by positioning satellites in real time or by preloaded maps of the area. Of course, the first option is considered more effective, but such applications have paid access.

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