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Dubdub · 06-17-2009, 03:53 PM

Moved to appropriate section.

Google maps uses cell tower triangulation to fix your position until GPS locks in. Cell tower locations have a general error of 1700-2500 meters or more. GPS accuracy is generally 10 meters or less.

Dubdub Offline BBF Moderator Posts: 8,413 Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: New Hampshire Model: 9000 OS: 4.6 PIN: Ask Carrier: ATT	06-17-2009, 03:53 PM Moved to appropriate section. Google maps uses cell tower triangulation to fix your position until GPS locks in. Cell tower locations have a general error of 1700-2500 meters or more. GPS accuracy is generally 10 meters or less. -->>Click here for FAQ answers to many BB Questions -->>Click Here for Stinsonddog's Tip Site!