yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
That ROM appears to be notorious for not properly enabling agps. Your readings are based on your cell towers and not gps.

Try flashing gps only alternate build.
[Desire HD Android Development] RASTAVIPER:
I have used your previous version, I think 1,3, with my rooted HD and although at GPS status app I was getting really fast like 6-7 sat, inside Sygic Aura, I couldnt get more than 4 sat or get a fix in under 5 minutes.

Will there be any better result with this new version on these matters?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Take it out of your case. Sounds as if you have one. If not, did you ever try 1.3n or normal only?
[Desire HD Android Development] rs1982:
Downloading AGPS data by Gps Status app

Thank you for the advise.

Another question to which i could not find an answer to:

Does downloading AGPS data via gps status app overwrite any of the script settings or files? Would you recommend downloading agps data?

In one of your posts you said you let gps status run for a while but do you allow it to download agps?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
It should auto download when activating gps if it's old or stale. But you can try downloading if you want. No big deal and no overwriting anything significant.
[Desire HD Android Development] RASTAVIPER:
Never had one ;)

How can I tell which version of 1,3 do I have?

Yesterday I tried Gps test app and I got like 8 sats very fast.It seems that apps like gps status get a fix and they lock to many sats really fast.

So it makes me wonder, why Aura does it need so much time to do the same.. :confused:
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
If you're comfortable enough with using an editor, just open the gps.conf file and change INTERMEDIATEPOS from =1 to =0. That is literally all the alternate builds do. Some old DHD phones have severe issues with that variable.

If not, download the GPS ONLY ALTERNATE BUILD and flash it.
[Desire HD Android Development] RASTAVIPER:
Can I ask what this entry does after this change?

I remind that I have problem only with Sygic app that takes a lot of time to lock.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Ah. If it's only one app then nevermind to the change. Sounds app dev related.
[Desire HD Android Development] kgpp2293:
Freshly installed Rom with just GPS status after 5 minutes only 3 satellites , used urpatch reboot after 35 seconds from starting GPs status and getting agps data 10 satellites. Wicked job mate.

Melbourne Australia
[Desire HD Android Development] moh8021:
im not finding any satellite to even get a lock on!!! im using generic google build 2.2, i have tried using the worldwide 1.3, and n version but nothing, btw my phone is dhd, rom is RCMIx3D 3.2, when i use RCMIx3D gps fix it works but im not getting that many satellites sometimes, and the hardware isn't the problem i made sure of that, can any one help?
[Desire HD Android Development] guillerag:
Same problem but with version RCMIx3D 3.3.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Take it out of the case you have it in, assuming you have it in one. The GPS antenna is on the same plate that the LED flash is on.

And, you're saying that you had GPS working before applying this patch?

Edit: It worked with that ROM for me when I tried it out a couple days back. I think I tried v3.2. I have an Inspire 4G which is the same thing as the DHD for the most part.
[Desire HD Android Development] moh8021:
oh dont worry about the hardware mine probably works better than yours, i solder the antenna and im getting 10X better signal than any dhd that is using just the generic antenna, yes it use to work before and when i apply this patch it doesnt
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
How well was it working before? I think the second line of the first thread said this is for people not having success with GPS.

What it truly sounds like, though, is that your not downloading the xtra.bin file. Without that, aGPS isn't going to work for **** because it utilizes that along with the current time (doesn't have to be exact) to determine where sats are.
[Desire HD Android Development] moh8021:
it wasn't perfect but i made sure it wasn't the hardware, by soldering it, where should i download this xtra.bin file and how should i apply it?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I'm referring to http://xtra3.gpsonextra.net/xtra.bin and want to know if you can download that file from your phone. And if so, how long it takes.

Or wait a bit, as I'm about to start releasing v3.0. See if that works and if not, we can go through some troubleshooting via private message. ;)
[Desire HD Android Development] moh8021:
i did download it took mili-second to download it lol, its a bin file so my phone doesnt detect what it is, alright ill wait for v3.0 hopefully it works with that, are you gonna release it within this week?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
NEW VERSION(S) OUT!

v2.2 is updated. There were bad ZIP links for which I apologize for. Further, I added some new BUILDS. These builds can work on all phones no matter what your manufacturer is. However, some manufacturers provide SUPL data for their hardware. I'm helping you take advantage of multiple SUPL SERVER providers.

v3.0 is here! What does this mean for you?

I provide you with my very own xtra.bin file. This has led to some beta-testers having INSTANT locks. I can't promise that, but it works wonderfully for all testers except one person in China.

Guess what!

It costs me money to provide this.

Donations would be welcome to cover hosting fees should this work for you.

What's next for the 3.x trunk?

You should see v3.1 in a matters of weeks depending on reported success of v3.0. I intend to create my own NTP servers and NTP pools. This may cost a few dollars a month, but should be worth it for all of us.

Other flashing recoveries may be supported. Right now, I'm only providing for Clockwork Recovery. But, there are two other easy installation methods available aside from CWR in Method #3.

I've added more notes. Read them if you have issues before posting.

I've added more information to Method 2 installations.

Finally, click thanks on this POST if you truly enjoy and appreciate the work! ;)
[Desire HD Android Development] tytnsa:
Hey Crypted!!!

Awesome work man!!! Thanks, i use my phone more for gps than a phone!!! lol

Cheers bud,

Your work is highly appreciated!!!
[Desire HD Android Development] moh8021:
didn't know you gonna be that fast buddy lol, thanx ill try it tonite and ill give you some updates with it
[Desire HD Android Development] tytnsa:
Does anyone else experience this?

When starting up gps status, yes the initial fix locks very first, avg. 5 - 10 secs. how ever with the fix time showing from first fix, after it gets that initial fix SOMETIMES, it looses the fix, as the time then freezes for about 30secs or so, then it reupdates again and the seconds in the time show the fix is now captured again?

So you get an initial fix fast then it looses itself as it freezes for about 30secs and then it captures again.

PS: My DHD was doing this even before upgrading to V3.0

Strange my friend has samsung productS and we are always comparing and showing off whose is best, yet his never does this frozen in time story after an initial fix.. Weird... anyway.

Maybe Crypted you know more about this issue. As i say its not everytime you run gps status, maybe every 3rd load, not sure
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
If you're referring to GPS Status losing and refreshing the entire lock after a while, I find that to be related to the intermediate positioning variable. It will drop the intermediate locking information and get a solid lock on the available satellites. Then, accuracy will improve if you watch the GPS Status window for a bit.

I think this is what you're wondering...?
[Desire HD Android Development] tytnsa:
Yes this what makes sense.

Thanks.

Was just wondering why the samsung product does not do this...

Anyway, its no train smash.. At least still getting good lock! ;)

Thanks again
[Desire HD Android Development] moh8021:
btw my gps works now :D
[Desire HD Android Development] DubelBoom:
on v3.0, witch build to download?!?!?!
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Whichever you want! As it says I use and recommend Google build for those who don't want to play with specific ones.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I just added a new flashable ZIP to both current versions. Some users are reporting issues flashing with CWM on the X8.

Thanks eagleeyetom for your help as always!

I placed this update on all threads so others who may not have had flash success can try it out. Feel free to send me a private message with what recovery app and version you're using, the phone model involved, and whether flashing anything worked.

Method 1 seems to be the best bet for anyone without flashable abilities with these ZIPs. It's a quick adb push script...

v3.1 is still in the works I promise. As stated previously, it'll be a bit longer before I get it out to the public. I hope to have my beta testing community trying it out in a week or so.

Again, v3.0 has all gps.conf variables grouped into sections with small discussion on what they are for. I'll try and replicate this into the v2.2 ZIP files in the near future.
[Desire HD Android Development] Denavar:
Hello, I'm having a bit of a problem with this patch.

Originally I was using ARHD on my DHD with the worldwide1.3 patch and things worked incredibly!

I've since swapped over to the MIUI ROM to check it out and use it for a while, yet I'm having quite a few issues with the various different patches now that i'm on this ROM. I'm using GPS Status and Toolbox to check out all of my GPS Stats.

Thus far I have tried the following patches and these are the outcomes:

worldwide 1.3: Will only get 4-5 satellites. I will get a GPS lock, but it's inaccurate upto 540+ meters. Compass functions don't seem to work either. My 'heading' rapidly changes uncontrollably and any compass apps simply don't work.

Google Specific 3.0: The same as above, except the compass is less erratic.

Google Specific 3.0 Alternate: I get 0 satellites and no locks at all.

Google Specific 2.2: I'm currently running this and watching GPS Status and Toolbox for about 10 minutes now. It's found 10 satellites and it says it has a steady GPS lock, yet my heading is changing every 2 seconds or so from any anywhere between 83-89°. The error is also sitting at a constant 78m and never changing where as I'm used to 15m MAX on ARHD with worldwide 1.3. Also, while GPS Status and Toolbox says I have a GPS lock/can get one in less than 15 seconds, any other app for example Google Navigation sits there 'searching for GPS...' for eternity.

Google Specific 2.2: Heading/other functions are 100% fine, but I get only get 2-4 satellites and never get a lock at all. (waited 30mins+)

Does anyone have any thoughts or possible solutions to this?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
It sounds Rom related as your post indicates great results on a previous Rom. Have you tried an alternate build such as Google build alternate?

Let me know how it works with that. The next thought would be to delete the SUPL section to see if the device misinterprets that server assistance.
[Desire HD Android Development] Rawdi:
hi guys, I seem to be having some problems with my GPS. i cannot get locked to any satellites. i have used GPS status, flashed the europe fix and still nothing. can anyone please help me on this please because i normally use the navigation on it. it used to work on other roms but at the moment im on runny 3.3 rom. i have flagged this with them but no one seems to help me on this. i would like to use this to see if it works but im a bit new to this as i havent tried this patch. so if anyone can help me on how to flash this or use this or how what ever i would be very grateful. also if you can tell me which one to use too. i live in the uk.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Your description indicates you haven't even tried my patch. Flash v3.0 Google Build and try again outside, WITHOUT A CASE whatsoever.

Also, review the Notes and Additional sections on post #2 of this thread.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Just thought I'd post an update. The Notes section has been revamped, added, and the Notes / Still Having Problems sections have been consolidated.

I considered adding checksums to the thread. But, I really don't see the need. If people prefer not to trust this, heck with 'em. They can pay $300 for a good standalone GPS unit.

3.1 is still on track.
[Desire HD Android Development] Rawdi:
i did try this but it didnt work. i used the gps status but it didnt pick up any satellites. i tried the v2.2 and used the app again and it said that it has found 2 satellites but the gps was still flashing. can you please help as i really need this gps to work.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Assuming you have a ROM that isn't causing the issue, then it sounds more like you have a hardware problem. Again, review the Notes Section. There is a known hardware defect in some DHD phones.
[Desire HD Android Development] Rawdi:
im facing a new problem now. when i use the adb installer, which ever one i use to flash the gps it keeps telling it failed. i have updated sdk and htc sync but it stills does it. it was working before but its not working now.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Flash with Method 3 using CWR as your signature indicates you have...
[Desire HD Android Development] krack73:
Thanks Dude,

Downloaded the 3.0 CWR version.

Works well on my DHD with ARDH 6.1.5

K73
[Desire HD Android Development] techlogik:
Flashed this with EvaSense Rom. Now able to get many satellites quickly compared to previously nightmare GPS acquisition.

Nice work. Appreciate it!
[Desire HD Android Development] DroidXAce:
Hi,

Work for MIUI and RcMix Runny 3.3 please ?

And I have to take which ?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
You DID NOT read the Notes section, clearly.

Read the first two Notes:
[Desire HD Android Development] Rawdi:
Guys please please help me on how to fix my GPS. I am still not getting a fix. What is my best options. I really need to get this fixed. What do I need to do?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Review the Notes section about hardware issues. Specifically, read #17. IF my patch did not work for you and you DID try different ROM's and you DID try it outside WITHOUT a case, then you're probably one of the few with the hardware issue.

Screwed up hardware cannot be resolved with patches.
[Desire HD Android Development] RASTAVIPER:
I am really appreciating your work, and only 1 comment about changelog.

You mention 2 times version 2.2.

Either separate them with some minor number like 2.21 and 2.22 or make them as one entry.

Hope your ntp pool project will go well. :)

Unleashed from Nook Color on Cm7 Nightly 233 @1.200Mhz
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I debated that very thing but decided since it had no code changes to leave it as is.
[Desire HD Android Development] EazyVG:
Ever since flashing RcMixx 4.0 I started getting problems, with fix occurring in over 2-3 minutes, at times well over 5 minutes. I tried your Download the Google Specific 3.0 patch, using method 2 and now it took about a minute. In the evening will try the accuracy once going home.

You are a life saver .... Thumbs Up.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Good to hear.

FYI: V3.1 will be up in a few days.
[Desire HD Android Development] superstick1:
Cool. I have been using your patch quite some time, and its all doing good. Thanks for the great work.:D
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Version 3.1 is released. If you didn't think it could get any faster, well you may be surprised. Beta-testers are swearing to instant locks. My magic tricks sure do pay off!

Pay off? Speaking of that... There have been 30,000 downloads of v3.0. My server has served over 100,000 xtra.bin downloads. And even though I stated that this costs me money to provide,

there's been zero donations

since v3.0 was released. A few bucks really can help defray the hosting and provisioning costs I incur to keep y'all running top notch. If each user gave $0.10, that would be worth a whole dediated server for a year. Just sayin'.

Devs: I request that you notate your threads with which version of my patch you're using. If you include v3.x, please note the cost to your user base. Send me a message if you're using the patch so I can keep track and keep you in the loop of any impending changes.

With that, let me know how well this performs for you. I'm interested whether users see an increase in performance over the amazing speed that v3.0 provided.
[Desire HD Android Development] ikostas_1:
Gps status need to be used???
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
GPS Status is only useful to see if the patch is working. But if you flash it and are receiving fast locks, there isn't a point to using that app. :D
[Desire HD Android Development] EazyVG:
Lets give it a try and see the performance (Sat locking) boost ... thanks.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I wanted to post a few things to the user community.

1. If you're a DEV and are using this in your ROM, please private message me your ROM thread and which version of this patch you're using. This will be useful with tracking, letting you know of updates for your ROM, and supporting users. If you know of this being used in a ROM, and you're not a DEV, you can report it to!

2. Version 3.1 is a great success. Today alone, the xtra.bin has been served 61,441 times to aGPS Patch users. The 3.1 files have been downloaded almost 10,000 times today as well.

3. Updates will continue to occur server-side for v3.1 and beyond. This means that barring any unforeseen issues, v3.1 will stick for some time without a predecessor. As you may have noticed, your xtra.bin and your NTP pool are through me! This means I can keep providing incoming data for you without needing to update the patch to achieve the same changes. Feel free to toss a penny in the pot.

4. Rate the thread! Some threads have been rated nicely. Others have been attacked with +1 ratings by users who failed to read instructions and/or seek help fixing their issues. This gives a bad impression to new users on XDA. I shouldn't be held accountable for hardware, ROM, or other software related issues out of the control of this patch.

5. Let everyone know of your success. If you're using this patch, let people know what ROM, RIL, Radio, and case you're utilizing. This will help greatly in supporting users who want to know what to use this patch with for best results. I only own one device I officially support, so it's hard helping those seeking assistance with those pieces of advice!

Thanks again for being supportive of this project. I'm glad that I could assist many of you with the same GPS issues I was facing. I literally decided not to buy a new GPS for my car after fixing this issue when my first version was release. :)
[Desire HD Android Development] Vinius:
Hello,

I have tried almost any solution mentioned here. Different combinations of ROMs, radios and RILs with no success. As Im not able to get GPS fix even with this patch, I'd like to ask: Is there some software which can verify, that my GPS modul is not somehow damaged, so I don't have to open the lid and do the hardware fix?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Unfortunately, you can't use any software tests to determine whether the hardware is failing that I'm aware of. If you have tried all that you're saying, you're probably facing a bad antenna connection. My Notes section links to a thread on fixing this.

But, I would suggest trying one of my "Alternate" patches. Again, my Notes suggest using this if the first patch fails. This is going to be your last resort before determining indeed your hardware is splat. I would try the Google Alternate Build.
[Desire HD Android Development] SagiLo:
Well

It does looks great

However, after reading all the versions i still cant understand what version i should use.

I'm in Israel using Orange, Model is DHD with MIUI latest SCI ver.

I'm using CWR (regular rom manager i think),

What version should i download ?! :)
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Any version would work well. Pick one and go for it. Again, I wrote numerous times in the thread and in replies that I recommend the Google build. If you like state-of-the-art, go for the 3.x trunk.
[Desire HD Android Development] SagiLo:
OK ... will do. Thank you !
[Desire HD Android Development] Rawdi:
i had this problem and i was really getting peed off with it. i tried many things but it never worked. i tried many patches but still nothing. you can either take it back to get repaired or like what i did was i bought a new flash/gps cover from ebay and i installed myself. it took a while but managed to get it out and install the new one and when i put my gps on and used gps status, instant lock. i was a very happy man. so if you can do this then you WILL get your gps back.

if you require anymore help, let me know.
[Desire HD Android Development] dostimexist:
I just wanted to thank you for this patch.

Works a charm in miui.

Used to get around 2 sattelites indoor with a window close by. No i get 7 and this with my phone in the otterbox.

I am very very impressed.
[Desire HD Android Development] lukesky:
Hi crypted. Just wanted to say that your patch rocks! I was originally using some other GPS patch made by some other "expert" that didn't work so well and I attributed it to my crappy antenna, so when I did a test today, I was blown away at how fast your patch was. I got a fix immediately after firing up the Chartcross GPS Test app and I thought I was imagining things, so I closed it and fired up GMaps and after 2 secs, I got a fix! Previously I couldn't even see 1 bird in the sky even after 20 secs.

So when you said that no one donated to you, that sucks man....cos I'm pretty sure it's your servers that make it so fast now. Pity I'm not gona keep my DHD very long cos I'm waiting for the Galaxy Nexus to launch in my country before changing.. anyway, I'm gona toss u a beer as a small token of my appreciation.. hope the SGN would have good GPS performance, or else I might just come looking for u for the "super duper instant GPS fix" that u got! :p
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I'm glad you're doing well with the GPS now! Any time you hear people complaining, just point them to this thread! :)

Yes, my own xtra.bin hosting on my server and my own NTP pool shaved about 8 seconds off of the lock time compared to the 2.x trunk of my patch. It was already at about 10-12 seconds and faster for some. A couple of users have accused me of being a security risk because I use my own servers instead of realizing I provide a Qualcomm dependent version in 2.x as always before. I can't win them all!

The SGN has added hardware for better GPS locks and accuracy. Or, so I've read. I'd hope this patch is useless for it! Newer hardware and software can use aGPS data that lasts for 30-90 days instead of the 24 hour xtra.bin of the current hardware in most phones as well. I hope SGN development took that into consideration. All in all, I may buy one in a few months. But, I love my Inspire 4G.
[Desire HD Android Development] The Specimen:
Is it safe to install 'Google Specific' with 4EXT in recovery?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Sure can! I flashed it a few times using 4EXT.
[Desire HD Android Development] RASTAVIPER:
I downloaded to try Google version 3.1 and if I see any difference at Sygic, I plan to donate for sure.

I installed it with Method 2.Should I do something with update files that exist in second folder called Android? You don't mention anything about them.

I plan to test it later at my Desire Hd and see if I will have a faster lock then version 2 that I had before.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Only have to worry about the /etc/ files (gps.conf & suplrootcert). The other files are the updater scripts for flashing it if that were your method of choice for installation.