can the GPS be used without being connected to WIFI or data plan?
513371
I have never tried it. May it will work, if not just put your in itand everything should work just fine.
513372
Hello,No, you must have a working data connection to use Google Maps and Navigation.Best Regards,Mobile Tablet Shop
513373
Hello, No, you must have a working data connection to use Google Maps and Navigation. Best Regards, Mobile Tablet Shop
1668128
If you download maps to the device, from a number of different apps that offer open source navigation maps, then you don't need a wifi or 3g connection to navigate. However you will need to enter drive-to points while connected to data. Hope this helps.
731872
You can only use what is downloaded to the tablet without a wifi connection otherwise you have to purchase a data plan. Hope this was helpful! Let me know if I can help you with anything else!
255257
You can preload maps to the device over Wi-Fi for offline use. The GPS is satellite-based and not dependent on internet access; it will accurately display your position on the previously-downloaded map even when you're offline. Using the stock Google Maps app included with the Note, you will NOT be able to perform location searches (for restaurants, hotels, etc.), get specific directions, or download additional maps while offline.
1012511
Yes, it has a built-in GPS which can work without a wifi connection. Programs available in the Android Market include Co-Pilot and Sygic. Very easy to set up and use.
2023413
Unfortunately not....you can download videos and play dvds but no hooking up gps.
480880
GPS can be used without wifi. It works great, I used it in my car on the way to work last week to test out. No traffic option yet. I believe it uses google maps.
1076156
I am sure it is. i downloaded offline maps with the google maps app (latest version allows you to do that), and that would allow you to use navigation even without cellular service. It will only work if you have map data for the area you are in.
1223257
yes you can use it in remote areas without cell phone serviceall you have to do is turn your wifi on your smartphone
450459
No, it is not. Which means you are not required to get a data plan with it. However, as many other non-smart phones it can connect to internet. If you want to avoid any extra charges, you can go under settings and just disable data transfer completely.
1661303
@J. Qui, it does work without data plan. I have T-Mobile, so can't speak for ATT:Go under settings -> phone -> app. settings -> positioning -> positioning methods and turn off all but 'Integrated GPS'. That way there is no worry it will ever use a network.
300735
In order to use the internet services on this phone without wifi, you will have to have a data plan.
237088
It doesn't have a radio and I don't have any kind of data plan for the tablet so I see a google map app but I have no way of telling if it would function as a GPS.
652598
Provides only WAAS GPS position, no data. You need a device with wifi or phone data for traffic, weather, etc.
255254
GPS does not require WiFi to work, it in it self is a stand alone tech. Some apps that use GPS also use internet, like Google maps. With Google maps, you can download sections of maps for later off line use or tether the note to a connected device like your phone. You can also use other nav apps that use stored maps rather then web based maps like Google maps.
2039856
This video will explain where it knows you're at. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZSaMUfWstc You don't need a smart phone with any stand alone GPS. This device cannot link to a smart phone. I have a high end Garmin that can link up to a smart phone, but it's option for hands free conversations and enhanced traffic.
1245448
You don't need internet to use GPS. Just download TomTom GO for $20. That's what I'm using. It worked perfectly without internet.