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[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I tried that app prior to using this. It isn't as effective as I wanted, so I got more in-depth. This is a generic app. From what I can recall (been a while) this app uses the internet to help locate, sets clock time, and downloads aGPS data.

That is well and good, but it fails to take in a bunch of other technical variables. And being generic, it cannot truly be customized for particular devices.

My work is to go more technical and to derive a common solution for the device that I own (Inspire 4G). That is easily ported to DHD because they are extremely similar.

Hope this quick response is informational for y'all.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Glad to know it wasn't the script. It works fine on all flavors of Android (Froyo/Gingerbread) that I can find floating around to flash ROMs to try.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I'm working on fixes for the few people who have provided information on problems in their area.

There are a few concerns I have, though.

DHD devices have had GPS hardware issues.

Location and surroundings are important. Testing this in a concrete building isn't the best way.

Stable data connectivity seems to be a problem for some.

Some have not read the notes section as referred.

There may be some hardware/software incompatibilities with variables. This does not make it useless, though.

If I can get some volunteers to message me about testing a new version or series of versions from their locales, it would make a stronger and more stable fix readily available for those who are not facing physical or hardware constraints. :D
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
v1.2 in the works

I thought it good to go ahead and post this update to the thread...

The Worldwide version clicks at 5s lock time with 16ft (4.8m) error range INSIDE my flat. It takes into consideration the reported issue with some people and INTERMEDIATE_POS.

The North America version keeps the INTERMEDIATE_POS and has a 4s lock time with 9ft (3m) error range INSIDE my flat.

Further, I have incorporated six other changes at this time.

I plan to release two patches. One will include INTERMEDIATE_POS because it hasn't caused any noticeable problems on this side of the Atlantic with testers. I will release one without to help alleviate problems of some users in various European countries.

Thanks to a user for letting me know about the intermediate_pos issue that some Europeans face. ;)

This thing just keeps getting better each day!

Expect a release within the next week. Need some beta-testers to help ensure functionality.
[Desire HD Android Development] R3XNebular:
Would these work for Oceanic (Australian & NZ) users? Would be greatly appreciated mate, I've gotten to a point where I want to smash my Desire HD sometimes because satelites take forever to lock on.
[Desire HD Android Development] triaqu:
good work. after install this patch,although the GpsTest only fix 3 stars, it use agps data and show the site.
[Desire HD Android Development] ivolol:
Get https://market.android.com/details?id=com.Double.FasterFix&hl=en and set your pool server to au.pool.ntp.org or oceania.pool.ntp.org
[Desire HD Android Development] rioko:
Worked fine for me

Sent from my HTC Desire HD
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Pool servers are only part of the issue with GPS. They will make a difference if you're on a really unreliable data network. But, the worldwide script includes AU NTP's in the general pool which assuming NTP.ORG uses proper pool techniques, those NTP servers should be utilized by you automatically.

And, yes it SHOULD work for you down under!!! :) If it doesn't, send me a priv message if you'd like to test a beta.

The next version should fix a lot of issues for those who say it isn't working assuming their problem is only software related.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Have you reviewed the NOTES section? And, are you in a clear area free from high buildings and not testing inside a concrete building?

Remember, the first time you use a GPS tool, the aGPS unit will "learn" information. It needs to run for a little bit to build up that knowledge base.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
The only apn issue would be data so gps should work. Why must you change apns? We cannot help you aside as this is not patch related.

Sent from my Desire HD
[Desire HD Android Development] Bertasius:
This gps fix really work :) now my phone see 1-9 satelites. It's amazing :D
[Desire HD Android Development] dzuljo:
NO satelite

Hi

Thanks for your work but i don't find useful

i use Method 1,2,3 but nothing

I dont see any single satelite in GPS status

My phone is DHD with ICS rom

i trai with this 2 rom

- Sabsa_Prime_v3.0_By_AlirezaB

- Blackout_ICS_Incredible_v3.0.0

ACE PVT SHIP S-OFF RL

HBOOT-0.85.0024

MICROP-0438

RADIO-26.14.04.28_M

eMMC-boot

Apr 12 2011,00:55:45

Thanks advance

EDIT: in maps show my lokation but in other program like sportipal or gps status nothing
[Desire HD Android Development] Bertasius:
try this GPS.CONF and fliash via recovery. For me it's work very good, i use Sabsa Prime v3.0 ROM.
[Desire HD Android Development] nika39:
I am sorry.I fix problem,i just take your time forgive me
[Desire HD Android Development] RASTAVIPER:
If you don't see any sat at GPS status, then no patch can help you.

Either you don't activate GPS from settings or your hardware has problem.

This patch helps getting better and faster fix. Not solving hardware malfunctions.

Powered by my IceCold 8.3 DHD
[Desire HD Android Development] saeedari:
Where is the patch files exactly ? I can't find patch in the first post ! :(

( in method 2 )
[Desire HD Android Development] RASTAVIPER:
Is first post there is Recommended Builds section.

There you download the needed files.

Powered by my IceCold 8.3 DHD
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Wow.

Thanks.
[Desire HD Android Development] DmK75:
Patch is good idea, but i already think that GPS functionality its kernel and libs related

Because on many older rom's GPS worked weak, with or without patch not so differences

But on newest rom's ported from One V and with 3.0 kernel, GPS now as "reborn" - faster and powerful

I getting cold start from 20 second with untouched gps.conf with North-America server although i from Russia :)
[Desire HD Android Development] saeedari:
Really ? :))

I know it

But the first post is very terrible !

In method 2 sayed download the patch but where is the patch ?! I see many files to download should I download all af them ?!

Which files are needed for method 2 ?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Tons of users have done this successfully without complaint or confusion. Maybe it's a language barrier that has you confused and not the English used in writing this first post???

What each file contains and the differences in the offered ZIP files is discussed in the Notes Section. In fact, it refers you to READ before DOWNLOADING.

Then, it states:

Webster defines "either" as:

So, pick one of the either of the two recommended builds.

Lastly, let me point out just below the Recommended part:

OR, read the Notes Section and LEARN about what the other patches are. And, don't act like you read it all and it still is confusing. It's clear you did not.
[Desire HD Android Development] shakennotstirred:
which patch do i use for the desireHD in the uk

thanks
[Desire HD Android Development] RASTAVIPER:
Try first the 3.1 No Ssl and if it's not working much better, try the second option.

Powered by my IceCold 8.3 DHD
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
This isn't a localized patch, so any will do for all geographical locales.
[Desire HD Android Development] nika39:
One more question.I can find satellite but i cant lock.It is just waiting with 8-10 satellite.Any solution ? or i try change gps antenna
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Dunno as I think my guide says, flash the alternate version.

Sent from my Desire HD
[Desire HD Android Development] Zakraket:
I've tried the first Google No-ssl (Desire HD with Blackout ICS, installed patch with CWM), but it doesn't seem to improve. Before I had poor GPS-signal often, also loosing it altogether when using navigation in the car sometimes for more than 30 minutes.

With the first option it still takes minutes to get a fix: this morning I had 6/6 satellites after 5 minutes but still no fix. Starting a bikerun with Endomondo it still took about 2kms to get a fix. Taking a break I saw 11 satellites (which of course is good), but after closing Endomondo it is again difficult to get a good lock.

What app can I use best to see how my GPS is performing, while being sure that app doens't interfere with this patch?

And how can I undo this patch? Does it need a rom reinstall?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
You should consider reviewing the entire OP thread. And don't say you did so as everything you just asked is covered there.

So, here I go rereading my own thread for you to at least get a better handle on your own situation for you.

About removing this patch:

About seeing what your phone is obtaining regarding GPS which is in the NOTES SECTION:

And maybe most importantly from the NOTES SECTION for your phone's particular issues:

Feel free to donate for my time spent rereading my own thread to grab this information. :good:

No offense, but this gets so old as to how many users refuse to use what I provide before coming and wanting assistance. :crying:
[Desire HD Android Development] Zakraket:
Actually, I DID read the whole OP...however, it's a lot of information and normally you tend to remember only the important stuff: "there is a patch that should fix your GPS". Next to that it took a few days for me to actually start using the patch, so another reason I forgot lot of the info. So, reading this post, you are right, most of what I asked is in the OP, but I simply forgot that I had read most of this information already.

I'm sorry, thank you for pointing out.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Let me know if all of the information provided is unhelpful in the end. I apologize for being a blatant bum hole about it. You'd probably understand if you were in my position repeating what's already provided multiple times a day for almost an entire year....without pay.
[Desire HD Android Development] Zakraket:
Of course I understand, that's why I apologized. And I should have read the OP again at first, because it would have answered a lot ;)
[Desire HD Android Development] hadi_xman:
i cannot find the method 2 coping files from Root Expolrer in the download..

please give me these files..
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Jesus Christ. Was it necessary to quote the entire first thread??? :confused:

And, download any ZIP file and extract the files. As that HUGE QUOTE says, I suggest downloading the No-SSL 3.1 build.

Read the damn instructions after downloading the ZIP. You quoted your own answer.

Read #2 on the instructions.
[Desire HD Android Development] hadi_xman:
first of all sorry for quoting the whole thread that was by mistake..

and second thing is the file gps.conf i know the location to copy it..

but where should i copy the update-binary and update-script ...and what are the purpose of them..?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Okay, so you only copy from ZIP's the /system/ files ever. In all ZIPs for custom recovery, there will be the update scripts which are only for flashing. Therefore, only copy /system/ data no matter what ZIP you're using whether it's this project or someone else's project if you are not able to FLASH directly.
[Desire HD Android Development] hadi_xman:
Thanks for your quick support... Button pressed.. :)

---------- Post added at 10:01 PM ---------- Previous post was at 09:09 PM ----------

even after applying your fix still i m not able find even a single sat..

what should i do now... :(
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Read the Notes Section.
[Desire HD Android Development] SdRasta:
Did not work for me either..

BUMMER.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Above the Notes Section there is a description on how to make a post regarding issues. Please follow that instructive piece of information so that the many users of this patch on the DHD can read and possibly give you suggestions.

Further, you don't indicate anything to let anyone know that you tried to resolve the matter per the numerous Notes on issues.
[Desire HD Android Development] o4kareg:
Worked for me. Desire HD with Virtuous Infinity beta1, catches satellites twice faster than before.

Used this one: Google Specific No-SSL v3.1 build, flashed the zip via 4EXT Recovery Touch v1.0.0.5 RC5

crypted, get my thank!
[Desire HD Android Development] Black1982:
Thanks for this fix! Should be included in JellyBean roms. Locks in seconds now!
[Desire HD Android Development] pitastrudl:
hey, im on codefirex jellybean, and im wondering how to optimize the gps.conf to get faster locks for europe-slovenia? i hear that the gps.conf does not use ntp servers. so how could i optimize it for my region?
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Use this patch I guess would be the best answer to your question...

And, gps.conf uses NTP. The question is one of what sort of NTP backbone it provides for. This patch has the best options for global performance.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Official support has is now available for more devices:

Samssung Galaxy S III (AT&T, Rogers, Bell, Telus)

Samsung Galaxy S III I9300, I9305

Asus Transformer TF300T

Motorola Droid X2

Samsung Galaxy S 4G

If you appreciate this growing work, always consider clicking the Thanks.

Remember that I pay monthly hosting fees for the space and bandwidth necessary to keep this patch working on the backend. So, please consider donating a few bucks if you're a user. All donations go directly to the patch provisioning and there is absolutely no overhead to benefit me.
[Desire HD Android Development] gryffon:
US Cellular Marvelc ?

Anyone tried this patch on US Cellular ?

Wildfire S Marvelc Android 4.0 ?

Maybe someone knows of a working patch for the above specific device? :highfive:
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Please pretend to have some symbol of intelligence in your questions.

Read my #$%@#%$ work please. I don't just happen to list links to other device threads that I officially support. And, I didn't just say hey let me put in a link for the "HTC Wildfire S" just for the ****s of it. Come on...

Lastly, come on, don't ask about a cellular provider. Read what this patch is. It isn't about some provider is it? So, why jump to that crazy conclusion...
[Desire HD Android Development] gryffon:
Listen up...

Listen up buddy... if you were here right now I'd slap you upside the head... you think because you have developed this it gives you the right to insult me? Or ANYONE for that matter.

So, I'm not as "Smart" as you... all I want is to figure stuff out... you join a growing number of so called developers on XDA that treat non-developers like dirt, and that's just plain nasty.

I tried your wildfire s link, and I see nothing in anything you wrote regarding the Marvelc CDMA US Cellular version... hence my bloody question you arrogant, self-satisfying prat... now either be civil and treat me with respect or don't bother replying...
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I'm sorry, but you must realize that we "so called developers on XDA" who treat others like "dirt" and are "just plain nasty" probably have a reason.

Think of your question, multiply it by 50, and that is our daily regime. Expecting us to continuously be cordial when we do this for FREE and rarely get HELP from our users when we see our writing IGNORED over 50 times per day is a bit preposterous is it not?

Edit: I get about 100 messages a day. Most are begging me to root devices and random crap that I don't even do, never have done, and just random b.s. from users who just decide to flood us horrible devs with requests. Add that to the 50. Now, we're at 150 per day.

Flash the Google No-SSL v3.1. If you have further questions, post your issues on the THREAD for your DEVICE and not some other. Otherwise, you cannot have hopes of getting PROPER support.

Again, I was being a **** and sorry. But I won't stop being a **** when people continue to act this way in such large masses. I get nothing beneficial from this.
[Desire HD Android Development] kkchin:
Thank you so much for the great advice!!!!!!

Worked for me, only after below 3 steps.

1) Flash "Google Specific No-SSL v3.1"

2) Changed from "ro.ril.def.agps.mode = 2" to "ro.ril.def.agps.mode = 1" in the file name "build.prop".

3) Use your nail to knock the antenna cover(at the back of device, top-left) a few times....

Running "FullySamsung-1.0.1"
[Desire HD Android Development] gryffon:
fair enough...

fair enough, I am sorry too for posting in this thread, I did not realize I wasn't on the WFS thread, because I've been reading your work and all the threads for days!

Also, yes,I do understand your frustration, but you too have too realize this stuff can be very confusing, especially when they operate a phone not widely supported such as on using CDMA. It is too easy to throw insults around online and that really gets us nowhere.

FYI: I have tried the patch you suggested, and others, but as yet had no success... they flash succesfully, but I still cannot secure a gps fix..

I'll move my question to the correct thread...
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I love #3. ;)

Man I don't miss my DHD. At least you didn't have to do my Note regarding this problem. It sucks to open it up.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
TopNTP - the app.

We need bèta testers. Hopefully we can get some useful feedback to optimize this app. The patch itself has been proven to work, we just need to know for as much as possible devices if we can a) really install the patch and b) if the app is sort of clear in its use.

Get it on Google Play!
[Desire HD Android Development] Killy77:
I'm using in my DHD running CM10.1 nightlies 20130430. Get up to 12 sattelites connected and good accuracy (20ft). My problem is the next time i wanna use my waze or other navi system, it takes quite sometime to lock to sattelite. Any solution?

Thank you in advance
[Desire HD Android Development] thewaywardgeek013:
Hi [MENTION=700051]crypted[/MENTION], have tried your AGPS Patch, the No-SSL kind, for DHD, but still I'm having some issues, it takes quite a while to get a GPS Fix using only GPS, like more than 1 min, or even 2 mins, even after getting the AGPS Data thru GPS Toolbox, especially if I'm inside the house, I have tried to change the "ro.ril.def.agps.mode" under build.prop, used the latest radio, and even modify the "ACCURACY_THRES" to "5000".

Is this normal? Or do I have a HW Issue?
[Desire HD Android Development] ILA:
You won't get the GPS to work in the house anyway because you need a view of the sky for the GPS to work...
[Desire HD Android Development] thewaywardgeek013:
Ohh yep, forgot about that, but besides the point, I got it working properly by cleaning the contacts of the GPS Antenna and adding a wire inside of it, so far I can get GPS Data faster than 1 minute, with the right conditions, i.e. Clear Skies, Outside, etc.
[Desire HD Android Development] Lanky09:
what app is GPS status?

I do not see an app on the playstore with that exact name, can someone post a link to the playstore site app?
[Desire HD Android Development] thewaywardgeek013:
Are you referring to this?
[Desire HD Android Development] ThunderDesire:
I guess that's the same app... Most people call it "GPS Status".....
[Desire HD Android Development] lordaccess:
Tried it on a HTC desire HD and didnt get results... I ll try to use other than the default to see. I am in Greece so I might use the Europe one...
[Desire HD Android Development] Lanky09:
i tried flashing the google 3.1 build and when running gps status it gets stuck on "Looking for GPS"

i have a HTC DHD
[Desire HD Android Development] shinaipt99:
I tried the alternative one (using JT CM10) and it got it working. Thanks! Finally, GPS again :)
[Desire HD Android Development] kenren:
it's the same for me, "device not found" with the debug usb activated (mac and xp virtualized), I tried to copy files but I can not overwrite them.

i don't know what i can do it.

i tried also the method 3 with the 4ext recovery tool, in theory ok but nothing changed.

now i have reinstalled the radio file, i hope now will work.

p.s.

this is the third year i have my dhd, why i have only now this problems?:confused:
[Desire HD Android Development] rapman172003:
Hy I have the same problem like some other people with some post before. Installed your patch yesterday on my DHD using Andoid Revolution 6.1.0 and the newest recomended radio. I have tested gps driving about 300km in city and highway also and the problem is that is not enough accurate. I have accuracy within 35-60m. That's really wierd. It locks fast, but even if i have 5-6 satellites fixed the best result was 29 meter for one minute. Today I have flashed back for an older version of rcmix from the time before sense3 and just like a wonder everything seems good. I have 3-4meter accuracy even with clouds, this time without your patch. That means there is no hardware problem. Maybe is something in newest base 2.3.4 and 2.3.5 or i don't know but i have problem with my gps since i'm using sense 3. If you need more tester pm me. :)
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
I'm developing that new release which should resolve this. The worldwide seems to have about 3-5m accuracy inside and 4-6s lock time. But, it needs tested before I release it.

This is not a problem for all DHD users. It seems hit and miss which makes it harder for me to track.
[Desire HD Android Development] rapman172003:
When are you going to release 1.2? With the beta worldwide first time position about 3min after gps chip learns info about satellites it takes 6-10 second to fix position with 7-8 satellites. Tested it in rain and cloudy sky. It's enough accurate for me i don't get 3-5meters but a good 6-8 meter accuracy for me is just enogh(my best was 6meter). On driving navigation at 70km/h speed 8meters and at 100km/h 11meters :)

Cheers
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Glad to have resolved an issue that a number of you DHD people are having!!! I'm aiming to have it all done and posted by Tuesday. I'm going to go on a road trip one day this weekend and will test out what should be my final version of v1.2.

I'm betting this next one will definitely please and appease those who had issues previously.
[Desire HD Android Development] liljom:
it works very good for me

can I flash the zip on my wife's Desire S?
[Desire HD Android Development] n9ntje:
I used this patch yesterday -World Wilde 1.1 - and it work brilliantly BUT:

Don't update the satellite info with tools like GPSinfo; The patch becomes unusable; slow locks, few satellites and precision around 25 to 100 meters :eek:

So before flashing: in GPSinfo-->settings --> update satellite -->NEVER

After that I have zero issues: lock in secs, 9-11 satellites. In the Netherlands that is.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Do a backup first. But it may work just fine. I don't have that device to test from.
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Thanks for the notes. And I'm glad it works for you.
[Desire HD Android Development] jasopan:
I can't seem to download the Worldwide version, link doesn't work for me :( any chance of a mirror?

Working now! Testing
[Desire HD Android Development] crypted:
Sorry. You probably caught it in the 3 seconds I was restructuring my data schema! I'm preparing for the launch of v1.2 and future versions, so I was reorganizing to make sure I don't screw up old vs. new releases. :)
[Desire HD Android Development] jasopan:
Doesn't work for me :( Must be something wrong with my device :( I switched roms a few times (never radio) and before It was great but now NOTHING inside my room. Previously had like 7 -8 signals? :/