Official 800w GPS discussion

[crazie.eddie]

Originally Posted by hippity.hoppity

The GPS doesn't work well on the 800w and there's no standalone mode. Palm knows about the problems and will address them with a firmware update.

I also think it works very well and fast. If I cold start my BT GPS receiver, it takes maybe about 30 seconds or more to boot up and acquire satellites. With the assisted GPS on the 800w, it takes about 2-3 seconds for it to acquire satellites from a cold start. Of course, it is Assisted GPS, so it will require Sprint's network. But it should be no problem, unless I happen to want to travel to the deep Borneo jungle.

[Ovendoor]

I also get quick locks using GPS, however the accuracy is hit or miss...one day it's within 5 feet, other days its got me 50 feet away.

Having said that, the GPS in my 800w is better than in my Touch.

[jn1167]

I live in NY and the GPS works great. I have used it a few times without a single problem. I have also never had any real issues with the signal to my phones in the tri-state area

I have been using it with google maps and its pretty much pinpoint.