GPS Enabled on Moto Q and Disabled on 8830

[mobilegeek]

The new Motorola Q 9m has finally been released today by Verizon. I can't believe that they left the sGPS enabled on this phone and disabled it on the 8830. That stupid statement that Verizon's exec made about GPS damaging Verizon's network is baloney. If Verizon really thought that GPS could hurt their Network then they probably would have disabled it on the Moto Q as well. Maybe Motorola told them to take a walk when Verizon asked for it to be disabled. Come on Rim, start standing up for yourself. When will Verizon stop lying to its customers?

[John Clark]

Moving to Rants N Raves

[Dawg]

Slips on helmet and fastens seat belt....here we go again

[Galvatron]

Originally Posted by mobilegeek

The new Motorola Q 9m has finally been released today by Verizon. I can't believe that they left the sGPS enabled on this phone and disabled it on the 8830. That stupid statement that Verizon's exec made about GPS damaging Verizon's network is baloney. If Verizon really thought that GPS could hurt their Network then they probably would have disabled it on the Moto Q as well. Maybe Motorola told them to take a walk when Verizon asked for it to be disabled. Come on Rim, start standing up for yourself. When will Verizon stop lying to its customers?

id dosn't hurt there network. it hurs there ablity to sell you telnav and verizon navigator services you don't really need. an they probbly did it to make the new motorola tin can look good too.

[Spamdumpster]

Maybe this means that the days of disabling the GPS are over.

[JRSCCivic98]

Damn, it's out already? Maybe I'll go swap my 8830 for it. Not for GPS alone, but for other things as well. The new 9m should also have Mobile OS 6 on it too. Yummy.

[tomtheguitarguy]

Originally Posted by mobilegeek

The new Motorola Q 9m has finally been released today by Verizon. I can't believe that they left the sGPS enabled on this phone and disabled it on the 8830. That stupid statement that Verizon's exec made about GPS damaging Verizon's network is baloney. If Verizon really thought that GPS could hurt their Network then they probably would have disabled it on the Moto Q as well. Maybe Motorola told them to take a walk when Verizon asked for it to be disabled. Come on Rim, start standing up for yourself. When will Verizon stop lying to its customers?

Where did you see that GPS is fully enabled? On the website it shows "aGPS capable for e911 . . ."

tomtheguitarguy

[jeremyckitching]

Originally Posted by tomtheguitarguy

Where did you see that GPS is fully enabled? On the website it shows "aGPS capable for e911 . . ."

tomtheguitarguy

That is what I saw too...

[JSanders]

sniff sniff, I smell yet another "threatened" class action lawsuit.

[ArgonNJ]

Originally Posted by JRSCCivic98

Damn, it's out already? Maybe I'll go swap my 8830 for it. Not for GPS alone, but for other things as well. The new 9m should also have Mobile OS 6 on it too. Yummy.

From what I have read, Win Mobile 6 is only a slight improvement over 5. Its still buggy and bloated. Only a well implemented Linux OS would make me even consider leaving BB.

[LunkHead]

I say we make a law....

[Dawg]

Originally Posted by LunkHead

I say we make a law....

here here!

[mobilegeek]

Overview Exclusive Online Only!
The media–centric Motorola MOTO Q™ music 9m offers 2 Home Screen options – one Multimedia and Standard. The exclusive multimedia home screen together with the thumbwheel and center navigation key allows the user to maximize the V CAST Music experience while the standard home screen offers one–touch access to voice, email and Text messages. The Q 9m operates on the Windows® Mobile 6 OS and comes equipped with Bluetooth® Stereo Wireless Technology, a 1.3 megapixelcamera/camcorder with flash and a miniSD™ memory card slot which supports up to 4GB of additional memory. Also add to this impressive list of credentials a web browser, tethered modem support, and an ergonomically redesigned Keyboard.
Phone Details
Features
All–Digital, 1X/EV–DO (800/1900 MHz)
Ultra–thin at only .47 inches! (11.9mm)
Exclusive Multimedia User Interface (UI) with dedicated Multimedia and Standard home screen toggle key
64 MB end user memory
2.4" 320 x 240 TFT display with up to 65K colors
Windows Mobile® 6 OS with Documents–to–Go for viewing and editing email attachments (MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint; view only Acrobat PDF and open ZIP only)
V CAST Music Capable
Internet Explorer® Mobile
Windows Media® Player Mobile 10
Activesync capable
Wireless Sync capable
BroadbandAccess Connect capable
Bluetooth® Stereo Wireless Technology
Multimedia Messaging (MMS)
Two–Way Text Messaging Service (SMS)
miniSD™ removable memory support
Dual stereo quality speakers
Tools: Calculator, Calendar, Alarm Clock, World Clock, Notepad, and Voice Commands
Polyphonic and MP3 Ringtones
Embedded ring tones, plus vibrating alerts and silent
Advanced Speech Recognition: Commands include call, send, lookup, play, go to, check, my account, help guide
General

5–way Navigation Key & Speakerphone
Thumbwheel & enhanced QWERTY keyboard
Bilingual Interface: English/Espanol
Hearing Aid Compatibility = M3
aGPS capable for E911 emergency location/sGPS
TTY Compatible
OTA capable

Specifications

High Tier
Dimensions: 4.6" (H) x 2.6" (W) x 0.47" (D)
Weight: 4.76 ounces
SAR: Ear – 1.3 W/kg, Body – 1.3 W/kg
Battery: 1170 mAh Li–Ion
Usage Time: up to 273 minutes OR
Standby Time: up to 212 hours



Features
Exclusive Multimedia Home Screen – One–Touch Access to Music, Picture & Video Library
Home Screen Toggle Key – switch between multimedia and professional look
1.3 Megapixel Camera & Camcorder with Flash
Bluetooth® Capable*
TTY Compatible
Hearing Aid Compatibility = M3
Meets FCC SAR limit. Manufacturer's highest FCC reported SAR 1.3 W/kg at ear, 1.3 W/kg on body. Actual SAR may vary.
For more information on Radio Frequency Emissions, see About Us – Wireless Issues.


*The Motorola MOTO Q music 9m supports Bluetooth Profiles for headsets, hands–free devices, stereo (A2DP).

Support information for this phone


Accessories
USB Data Cable
Standard Lithium Ion Battery (1170mAh)
128MB microSD™ card with miniSD™
Charger
User Manual
Quick Reference Guide
Quick Start Q 9m die–cut
ActiveSync CD
VZ Access Manager CD
Phone Sleeve – no warranty


Capabilities
V CAST Music – download songs wirelessly
HTML Browser
Windows Mobile® 6
View Email and Attachments
Text, Picture and Video Messaging

[ndub33]

Originally Posted by tomtheguitarguy

Where did you see that GPS is fully enabled? On the website it shows "aGPS capable for e911 . . ."

tomtheguitarguy

Somebody keep me honest here, but I believe that the FCC requires all carriers have a certain percentage of handsets with aGPS to assist with 911 situations. It isn't the "fully open" ( i.e; accessable by the phone owner) GPS, and is only used by emergency personnel to help locate callers in need.

[Dawg]

capable doesnt mean the carrier has to let you use it

[dc/dc]

My steak has GPS enabled.

[LunkHead]

I like chicken salad!

[dc/dc]

Originally Posted by LunkHead

I like chicken salad!

Is it WiFi enabled?

[LunkHead]

yes, unless you are on Verizon....

[Dawg]

Originally Posted by LunkHead

yes, unless you are on Verizon....

SMFH

[JSanders]

Originally Posted by Dawg

SMFH

Your h is gonna s loose.

I think it is too late to get those horses back in the barn. That train has left the station.