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BB7130e & GPS
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Posted by: carpanatomy

I'm currently using a BlackBerry 7130e from TELUS Mobility.

I've notice there's a GPS feature on the 7130e, is there any program I can install on this 7130e so I can do a mapping navagation via the BB?

Thanks

Posted by: jase88

Its not true GPS. The technology is called "Assisted GPS" or "A-GPS". Basically its a combination of some GPS signal processing and cell tower triangulation. While the technology meets e911 requirements, its not as accurate as true GPS.

To date there hasn't been any software that I'm aware of which takes advantage of A-GPS technology. Some providers have offered a web-based service which allows you to track your device...but nothing with device-based navigational software.