Location Settings - Samsung galaxy note 3 User Manual

Location Settings

Control apps' access to your location, and configure location sources. Some apps may require one
or more location services be turned on for full app functionality. When Location is turned on, you are
allowing Google's location service to collect anonymous location data. Some data may be stored on
your device, and collection may occur even when no apps are running.
GPS signals may be affected by your surroundings, including:
Buildings
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Tunnels or underground structures
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Weather conditions
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High-voltage or electromagnetic fields
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Tinted windows
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Note: E 9-1-1 location service is standard on all mobile phones, to allow sharing of GPS information
with emergency personnel when you make a call to emergency services, such as 9-1-1.
1. From home, tap
2. Tap the ON/OFF switch to turn location services on or off. Location must be turned on to
configure settings. When you turn Location on, you are allowing Google's location service to
collect anonymous location data. Some data may be stored on your device, and collection may
occur even when no apps are running.
3. After you turn Location on, you can configure settings:
Mode: Choose the method your phone uses to determine your location.
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High accuracy: When enabled, your phone uses GPS information, Wi-Fi, and mobile
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networks to estimate your location.
Power saving: When enabled, your phone uses Wi-Fi and mobile networks to estimate
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your location.
GPS only: When enabled, your only phone uses GPS information to estimate your
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location.
Recent location requests: View services or apps that have recently accessed your
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location information.
Location services: Select sources for reporting your location information to Google.
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Location sources: Tap My places to save your favorite locations, to allow your device to
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provide relevant information by recognizing saved locations.
Tap Home, Work, or Car and follow the prompts to configure options for identifying the
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location.
Settings
Apps > Settings > CONNECTIONS tab > Location.
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