Application that shows Lat/Long etc without maps?
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EDIT: Here is the link to the Extra setup step to hide/show the keyboard from kingb73:
http://forums.crackberry.com/f41/app...ml#post1159253
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12-26-08 03:38 PMLike 0 -
I recently received some info from delta_foxtrot about Verizon setup. It looks like we might need to change some of the GPS location provider settings in the code. But hopefully someone else on Verizon can say if they were able to get it to work as is.12-26-08 04:34 PMLike 0 - I am not sure on the setup for Verizon, it has been a big mystery to me. Hopefully some other Verizon folk have this figured out.
I recently received some info from delta_foxtrot about Verizon setup. It looks like we might need to change some of the GPS location provider settings in the code. But hopefully someone else on Verizon can say if they were able to get it to work as is.
When I run blackstar it says "NO GPS receiver available". The only option I have is "ok" and it shuts down.
I have tried both the .zip and the OTA versions. GPS location is on in the options.
One question I do have, when reading through the 30 something pages, is blackstar the name of the original project? I got confused somewhere around page 27...LOL
I could also never find if this program was for the 8130. That could be part of the problem.
Thanks,
Brian12-26-08 04:50 PMLike 0 -
I fairly sure that BlackStar runs on the 8130.12-26-08 06:10 PMLike 0 -
Any suggestions to make it run?
Thanks,
Brian12-26-08 08:22 PMLike 0 -
Brian, If you are a willing guinea pig, I may send you a zip to test since I don't have Verizon.12-26-08 08:36 PMLike 0 - Isn't it funny, you're looking for something completely different and find something else, I was trying to figure out how to make short cut bars on the storm, and found out info on GPS on Verizon....12-26-08 10:27 PMLike 0
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Wont be up much longer tonight, and out Ice fishin all day tomorrow.
Brian12-26-08 10:43 PMLike 0 -
Brian12-26-08 10:44 PMLike 0 - In this case wasn't a tangent, I was searching a BB dev forum for "shortcut bar" and it came back with Verizon GPS....12-26-08 10:46 PMLike 0
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I will get that zip to you soon. Thanks.
Posted from my CrackBerry at wapforums.crackberry.com12-26-08 11:03 PMLike 0 -
My blackberry loads B* very nicely, and I love the changes. The odd thing is that my girlfriend's blackberry loads the OTA with issues. Same phone, same OS, so something is up. The B* on her phone recognizes the memory card, but does not recognize the folders on the memory card. Everything else works fine.
Blackberry 8310 4.5.0.110, BlackStar 1.3.3.5 OTA
Tried changing memory cards & OS reinstall without success.
I want to try an install with the cable before I conclude its the phone or BlackStar. Worst comes to Worst, we'll just have to save files straight to the card and not in any folders.12-28-08 02:29 PMLike 0 - I am having exactly the same experience with my BB Curve. After finding out earlier today that Verizon changed their attitude about keeping me from using the GPS hardware, I spent a lot of time today updating the Curve's software to 4.5.0.77 and the desktop software to version 4.7. The Blackberry maps now use the GPS chip and that works like a charm. But I cannot get anything else to recognize that there is a GPS; I see the same error message as bkodriver, followed by the same quick shutdown.12-29-08 11:39 PMLike 0
- I am having exactly the same experience with my BB Curve. After finding out earlier today that Verizon changed their attitude about keeping me from using the GPS hardware, I spent a lot of time today updating the Curve's software to 4.5.0.77 and the desktop software to version 4.7. The Blackberry maps now use the GPS chip and that works like a charm. But I cannot get anything else to recognize that there is a GPS; I see the same error message as bkodriver, followed by the same quick shutdown.
Users of HowardForums are confirming that the latest update to BlackBerry OS 4.5 (version ending in .77) on Verizon for the Curve and Pearl enables the internal GPS transceiver to work with BlackBerry Maps.
When tested with the new functionality, the reports average a lock time of up to a minute for the first lock, with 30 seconds being the norm after each subsequent lock to establish functionality.
It should be noted that the transceiver access will only work for BlackBerry Maps, as any attempt to use a third party application such as Windows Live Search or Google Maps will result in the GPS access not working, presumably due to the need to update the aforementioned apps to enable recognition of the transceiver.
It is also not known if Verizon has broader plans to fully unlock GPS access on all of its BlackBerry devices as the carrier has stated previously that any third party developer must submit its GPS/LBS applications to be digitally signed before being allowed access to built-in GPS hardware.12-30-08 07:54 AMLike 0 - In short Verizon is shifting the monetary value of the GPS from the user to the developer, I'm sure submitting will cost, possibly each version. In which case devs have the option of taking the moral road and telling users that they're better off buying GPS hardware and/or class action lawsuit against Verizon (which I think there is a couple) for misleading and or false advertising, possibly a little anti-trust on the side. Or sucking it up.12-30-08 08:02 AMLike 0
- Anyone know of any Search and rescue (free) software? I know FREE but money is tight...Thanks all....Be nice...lol12-30-08 10:33 AMLike 0
- What functionality are you looking for? It seems like BlackStar would be suited for this, but if there is other functionality you would need, I would be more than happy to help such a noble cause. And it is FREE12-30-08 10:44 AMLike 0
- Becareful what you wish for, and make sure your liability insurance is paid up if you are even considering supporting software in a life threatening situation.12-30-08 11:21 AMLike 0
- Pete6Retired Moderator
Any other course with your own life is, imo, foolhardy. With other lives it could land you in court or jail.
Don't risk it, buy the right stuff.12-30-08 12:01 PMLike 0 -
- I always like the disclaimers that include "Not to be used in the operation of a nuclear power plant.", also there is no problem with them trying it in a professional situation, they could be practising, "life threatening" is the key wording
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